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Lucent Orthodontics
Lucent Orthodontics and Dental Specialists is a San Antonio-based practice offering personalized orthodontic care for children, teens, and adults.
834 Northwest Loop 410 # 112, San Antonio, TX 78216
5.0(34 reviews)
About Lucent Orthodontics
A small celebration after braces placement and flexible payment plans help ease nervous kids and cost-conscious families through treatment with Dr. Nikki.
Many reviews come from families managing several kids in treatment at once, and several mention pricing that came in lower than expected along with willingness to work with insurance and payment plans. Nervous or first-time patients are often mentioned as being put at ease, including a small celebration some children get after their braces go on. Dr. Nikki is noted for looking at how each adjustment affects the whole bite rather than treating one tooth at a time, and for spending time explaining each step of the process.
Summary of 39 patient reviews, April 2026–August 2026, updated September 2026
Lucent Orthodontics and Dental Specialists is a San Antonio-based practice offering personalized orthodontic care for children, teens, and adults.
Services include traditional metal braces, ceramic braces, clear aligners, and early interceptive treatment, with emphasis on affordability and transparent financial options including insurance benefits and payment plans.
Treatments offered
Who They Treat
Lucent Orthodontics provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Children
Ages 6–11
Teens
Ages 12–17
Adults
Ages 18+
Technology & Equipment
Lucent Orthodontics uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.
3D Digital Scanning
Digital Records
iTero/TRIOS
Orthodontists at this office
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Shakourian
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Lead OrthodontistNPI VERIFIEDAccepting New Patients
Insurance accepted
2 plans listedDelta Dental PPODelta Dental Premier
Lucent Orthodontics accepts Medicaid. Coverage varies by plan tier — confirm with the office before your first visit.
What patients say
Latest review 2 months ago
What patients praise
- Reviews often mention pricing that beat expectations along with flexibility on insurance and payment plans.
- Nervous first-time patients, including young children, are frequently described as calmed and even celebrated once braces go on.
- Dr. Nikki is described as evaluating full bite alignment rather than isolated fixes, and walking patients through the reasoning before treatment starts.
Who it suits
- Families with several kids in treatment
- Anxious or nervous patients
- Cost-conscious families
Doctors patients mention
- Dr. Nikki · 12 reviews
- Last 90 days
- 21 reviews
- averaging 5.0★
- Last 12 months
- 50 reviews
- averaging 5.0★
- Owner replies
- 0% of reviews
- Compared with San Antonio
- Higher rated than 71%
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- Braces21
PraiseCriticism
- Friendly staff22
- The orthodontist12
- Gentle, comfortable care10
- Clear explanations9
- Great with kids7
- Cost, insurance & financing6
- Treatment results2
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| Gentle, comfortable care | 10 | 0 |
| Clear explanations | 9 | 0 |
| Great with kids | 7 | 0 |
| Cost, insurance & financing | 6 | 0 |
| Treatment results | 2 | 0 |
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Recent reviews from Google
5.0
34 reviews
Zoila Castaneda
2 months ago
We came for a check up and my daughter walked out with her braces!! They are absolutely beautiful people super fast and friendly Franny was tremendously friendly with us and very detailed with everything to make sure we understood the whole process ..plus!! They even make you a little celebration after 🥰
Christina Leal
2 months ago
Great staff! Clean office and reception area! The assistants are friendly and reassuring. This was my first time getting braces and they walked my through the process and made me feel comfortable. Appointments have always gone quick and without issues.
K M
2 months ago
Dr. Alexis, Franny , and assistant Melissa were the best! What a great experience! My daughter was able to get her braces placed on with no issues . Staff was extremely helpful and extremely sweet throughout the whole process!
Natasha Tillison
3 months ago
Top 10 HIGHLY RECOMMEND ✨ From the receptionist to the financial advisor to the dental assistant to the Dentist, everyone was very polite, informative and patient! They made my daughter and I feel extremely comfortable with our decision to start her braces journey! Can’t wait to see you guys on our visit.
Mackenzie Archer
3 months ago
The staff here was very caring and did their job efficiently and made my daughter feel so comfortable. I love their conservative approaches for treatment and willingness to try and work with our insurance.
Questions about this practice
What orthodontic treatments does Lucent Orthodontics offer?
Lucent Orthodontics offers: Early Treatment, Invisalign, Clear Aligners, Traditional Braces, Clear Braces, Retainers.
Does Lucent Orthodontics accept dental insurance?
Lucent Orthodontics accepts Delta Dental PPO, Delta Dental Premier.
Does Lucent Orthodontics offer free consultations?
Yes, Lucent Orthodontics offers a free initial orthodontic consultation. Call (210) 361-2000 or book online to schedule.
Is Lucent Orthodontics accepting new patients?
Lucent Orthodontics is currently welcoming new patients in San Antonio, TX. Call (210) 361-2000 or book online to schedule.
Where is Lucent Orthodontics located?
Lucent Orthodontics is located at 834 Northwest Loop 410 # 112. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=13533570497675761127&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for Lucent Orthodontics?
Lucent Orthodontics office hours: Mon 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, Tue 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, Wed 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, Thu 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, Fri 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, Sat Closed–Closed, Sun Closed–Closed.
Does Lucent Orthodontics offer payment plans?
Yes, Lucent Orthodontics offers flexible payment plans to make orthodontic treatment affordable.
Who are the orthodontists at Lucent Orthodontics?
Lucent Orthodontics is staffed by Shakourian. The practice is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO).
What is the patient rating for Lucent Orthodontics?
Lucent Orthodontics has a 5-star rating based on 34 patient reviews on Google.
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Mon9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Wed9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thu9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Fri9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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