
Dr. Heriberto A. Hernandez, DDS, MS
Orthodontist
4400 North Fwy F-350 Houston TX, 77022About
Dr. Heriberto Hernandez practices Orthodontics in Houston, TX. Comprehensive orthodontic treatment includes metal wires that are inserted into orthodontic brackets, which can be made from stainless steel or a more aesthetic ceramic material. The wires interact with the brackets to move teeth into desired positions. Being advanced in the field, Dr. Hernandez may also use Invisalign or other aligner trays that have been designed to align a patients? smile. As an orthodontist, Dr. Hernandez must recognize various characteristics of a malocclusion or dentofacial deformity, define the nature of the problem, including the etiology if possible, and design a treatment strategy based on the specific needs and desires of the patient.
Education and Training
St Louis University Orthodontic 1983
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Professional Memberships
- Texas Association of Orthodontist
- American Association of Orthodontists
- Southwestern Society of Orthodontists
Professional Society Memberships
- American Association of Orthodontists, the Southwestern Society of Orthodontists, and the Texas Association of Orthodontists
Dr. Heriberto A. Hernandez, DDS, MS's Practice location
Hernandez Smiles Orthodontics
4400 North Fwy F-350 -Houston, TX 77022Get Direction
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Get to know Orthodontist Dr. Heriberto A. Hernandez, who serves patients in Houston, Texas.
An established orthodontist, Dr. Hernandez sees patients at his private practice – Hernandez Smiles Orthodontics – in Houston, Texas. He has been providing his patients with exceptional orthodontic care for over 25 years.
Highly educated and well trained, he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogotá in Colombia. After moving to the United States, he furthered his education by completing an orthodontic residency in the Department of Orthodontics at Saint Louis University.
In order to stay on the cutting-edge of orthodontics and offer the most advanced treatments, Dr. Hernandez maintains memberships in many prestigious professional organizations, including the American Association of Orthodontists, the Southwestern Society of Orthodontists, and the Texas Association of Orthodontists.
Orthodontics is a specialty of dentistry that deals with the diagnosis, prevention, and correction of malpositioned teeth and jaws. Orthodontists are responsible for identifying problems with the positioning of a patient’s teeth and with their oral development. They utilize the most advanced procedures and equipment available to ensure that every patient achieves a healthy and beautiful smile.
In his spare time, Dr. Hernandez enjoys reading, listening to music and playing golf.
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