Meet Our Doctors

At RJ Orthodontics in Austin, Texas, our dedicated team of doctors works together to provide comprehensive, holistic, and natural orthodontic care for every patient. By combining advanced orthodontic techniques with a whole-body approach to oral health, our doctors collaborate to create personalized treatment plans that support not only beautiful smiles but overall wellness. Whether it’s early orthodontic care for children, innovative clear aligners, or airway-focused treatments, our team works as one to ensure every patient receives the highest quality care in a welcoming, supportive environment.

Dr. Teresa Tran has been practicing dentistry for over 10 years and brings a thoughtful, patient-centered approach to orthodontic care. Her interest in orthodontics began with her own experience wearing braces — a transformation that not only changed her smile, but also gave her a deeper appreciation for the confidence and long-term impact orthodontic treatment can provide.

Dr. Tran completed her undergraduate education at University of the Pacific, where she excelled in an accelerated pre-dental program and earned her degree in biology with a minor in chemistry in just three years, graduating summa cum laude. She went on to attend UCLA School of Dentistry, where she further developed her clinical skills and leadership abilities.

During dental school, Dr. Tran served as President of the Vietnamese Dental Student Association and participated in international outreach efforts, including providing dental care to underserved communities in Vietnam. She also took part in a dental exchange program in Japan, gaining valuable insight into global perspectives on dentistry and patient care.

As a treating doctor at RJ Orthodontics & Associates, Dr. Tran focuses on creating individualized treatment plans that consider not only tooth alignment, but also jaw development, oral habits, and breathing patterns. She has a strong interest in airway-conscious orthodontic treatment and believes early, proactive care can play an important role in a patient’s overall health and stability of results.

Dr. Tran is known for her calm, attentive demeanor and her ability to make patients and families feel comfortable and informed throughout their orthodontic journey. Her goal is to deliver results that are both functional and aesthetic, while supporting long-term oral health for every patient she treats.

Many of you already know that Dr. RJ, Founder of RJ Orthodontics & Associates, is widely recognized as a leader in preventative and airway-focused orthodontics, as well as one of the top Invisalign providers in the Austin, Texas area.

What many may not know is that Dr. RJ serves as the mentor and clinical guide for the doctors and team at RJ Orthodontics & Associates. His philosophy and approach to airway health, facial development, and long-term stability guide the treatment planning and clinical decision-making across the practice. Doctors within the group regularly look to Dr. RJ for insight and direction when it comes to airway orthodontics and comprehensive care.

Dr. RJ became an orthodontist because he is passionate about creating healthy, confident smiles — but his vision goes far beyond straight teeth. He believes orthodontics should support proper breathing, balanced facial growth, and lifelong oral health.

That passion began early. As a middle school student, Dr. RJ discovered he had a natural ability to connect with others and help them feel heard and supported. This foundation of empathy and service continues to shape the way he approaches patient care today.

As the Founder and Mentor Doctor of RJ Orthodontics & Associates, Dr. RJ’s mission is to elevate the standard of orthodontic care by focusing on prevention, airway health, and thoughtful, individualized treatment for every patient.