Dr. Eric Thomas Vela, D.D.S., M.S.
OrthodonticsNPI: 1588857544
Contact Information
Address
5826 ESPLANADE DR STE 301
809 N. FLOURNOY RD., ALICE, TX 78332
Corpus Christi, TX 78414
Phone
(361) 980-8400Fax
(361) 985-1480
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About This Provider
Dr. Eric Vela is a board-certified orthodontist with 19 years of experience helping patients in Corpus Christi achieve healthy, beautiful smiles. He and his wife, Dr. Amy Vela, run their own family practice where they combine the latest technology—including digital 3D scanning and both traditional and clear braces—with genuine personal care. Dr. Vela specializes in treating patients of all ages, from early childhood through adults, offering options like Damon self-ligating braces, clear aligners, and bite correction. As a Corpus Christi native and active board member of the Nueces Valley District Dental Society, he's known for remembering the details that matter most to his patients and explaining every step of treatment so you always understand what's happening and why. Dr. Vela is accepting new patients and would love to help you achieve the smile you deserve.
Specialties
- 1
Education & Training
- 27-month orthodontic residency
- DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery)
- MS (Master of Science in Oral Biology)
Credential: D.D.S., M.S.
NPI registered: 08/23/2007
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- iTero® digital 3D scanning
- Damon™ self-ligating braces (metal and clear/ceramic options)
- 3M™ Clarity™ Aligners
- Invisalign® aligners
- Diode laser therapy for gum contouring
- Essix and Vivera retainers
Professional Memberships
- American Association of Orthodontists
- Nueces Valley District Dental Society (board member)
Beyond the Office
Board member of the Nueces Valley District Dental Society
Dr. Eric is a Corpus Christi native
Practice is privately-owned and family-run by husband-and-wife team (Dr. Eric Vela and Dr. Amy Vela)
Dr. Eric is known for his ability to remember tiny details about each patient
Dr. Amy is also a Corpus Christi native
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