Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Orthodontic Partner in Santa Barbara County
At Wright & Feusier Orthodontics, we believe a smile you love can truly transform your life. Founded in 2003, our practice specializes in personalized orthodontic care that fits your unique needs and lifestyle. Our Face-First Approach focuses on enhancing facial aesthetics while creating balanced, functional smiles through advanced techniques like Dentofacial Orthopedics. With offices in Santa Barbara and Buellton, we offer cutting-edge solutions including clear aligners, aesthetic braces, and early orthodontic interventions.Our team of experts, led by Drs. Chad Wright and John Feusier, combines decades of experience with innovative technology to deliver precise, efficient care. We prioritize open communication, making every patient feel welcomed and supported throughout their journey. From initial consultation to final results, our commitment to excellence ensures exceptional outcomes that boost confidence and improve oral health for patients of all ages.
Services
Early Treatment
Clear Aligners
Teen Braces
Adult Braces
Aesthetic Braces
Retainers
Orthognathic Surgery
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- Personalized treatment plans tailored to facial aesthetics and individual needs
- Face-First Orthodontics focusing on balanced facial profiles
- Cutting-edge technology including digital imaging and 3D printing
- Extraction-smart philosophy prioritizing natural tooth retention
- Expertise serving Santa Barbara and Buellton communities since 2003
What people say
Extremely nice staff
Made us feel like family
Beautiful smile
Professional and knowledgeable
Helped with financial arrangements
Services
Early Treatment
Early orthodontic intervention addresses jaw growth and alignment issues in children aged 7-11. This preventive approach creates space for permanent teeth, improves facial balance, and reduces future treatment complexity. Our customized plans use age-appropriate appliances to guide development while correcting harmful habits like thumb-sucking. Early treatment often prevents extractions or surgery, establishing foundations for lifelong oral health through guided dental arch expansion and airway optimization.
Clear Aligners
Custom clear aligners offer discreet teeth straightening for teens and adults. Using advanced 3D technology, these removable trays gradually shift teeth without wires or brackets. Treatment planning ensures predictable results while accommodating active lifestyles. Ideal for mild to moderate cases, this solution combines comfort with aesthetics, though requires 22-hour daily wear discipline. Our practice has treated over 800 patients with this system, including complex cases requiring attachments and precision cuts.
Teen Braces
Specialized braces address orthodontic needs during teenage development years. Options include traditional metal braces with customizable bands, low-profile ceramic brackets, and self-ligating systems. Treatment typically lasts 12-30 months, correcting severe misalignments while improving bite function. Our approach emphasizes comfort, with memory wires reducing adjustment discomfort. We incorporate patient preferences for appearance while ensuring durable solutions that withstand active lifestyles and sports activities.
Adult Braces
Modern braces effectively address alignment issues at any age. We offer discreet ceramic options and precision metal systems to correct complex cases including underbites, overbites, and TMJ disorders. Treatment improves oral health by reducing wear patterns and enhancing hygiene access. Our extraction-smart philosophy prioritizes natural tooth retention while achieving facial balance. Adults benefit from customized care plans that accommodate professional lifestyles and aesthetic preferences through strategic treatment sequencing.
Aesthetic Braces
Tooth-colored ceramic brackets provide discreet orthodontic treatment for appearance-conscious patients. These durable braces offer the same corrective power as metal systems while blending with natural teeth. Optional light-colored wires enhance invisibility. Ideal for professionals and image-aware teens, this solution requires careful maintenance to prevent staining. Treatment duration matches traditional braces, with regular adjustments ensuring precise tooth movement while maintaining aesthetic appeal throughout the correction process.
People
Dr. Chad Wright
Orthodontist
Board-certified orthodontist with 20+ years experience. Completed UCLA dental school valedictorian, Indiana University orthodontic residency, and masters in orthodontics. Specializes in early intervention and clear aligner technology. Former Invisalign clinical instructor treating over 15,000 patients.
Dr. John R. Feusier
Orthodontist
Double-board certified orthodontist with focus on holistic treatment approaches. Completed Baylor University residency and oral biology masters. Specializes in craniofacial anomalies and airway-focused orthodontics. Board-certified through American Board of Orthodontics since 2016.
Ava
Treatment Coordinator
10-year veteran treatment coordinator and former patient. Specializes in insurance maximization and personalized payment plans. Builds long-term relationships with families throughout treatment journeys while managing scheduling logistics.
Jeana
Clinical Supervisor
Orthodontic assistant with 30+ years experience. Oversees clinical operations and patient experience. Focuses on creating comfortable environments during appointments while ensuring technical precision in appliance adjustments.
Edgar
Orthodontic Assistant
20-year dental field veteran providing bilingual (English/Spanish) patient education and chairside support. Specializes in challenging cases requiring technical expertise and patient communication.
Questions
What orthodontic services do you offer?
We provide early treatment, clear aligners (Invisalign, 3M Clarity), teen/adult braces, aesthetic options, retainers, and orthognathic surgery partnerships.
When should children start orthodontic care?
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends screening by age 7 to address potential issues early and prevent complex treatments later.
Do adults benefit from orthodontic treatment?
Yes! We offer discreet solutions like ceramic braces and clear aligners for adults seeking improved oral health and confidence at any age.
How long does treatment typically last?
Treatment ranges from 6 months to 3 years depending on complexity, with most cases completing in 12-30 months through personalized plans.
What payment options exist?
We offer no-interest financing, insurance verification, and customized payment plans to make orthodontic care accessible and affordable for all patients.
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