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San Antonio Orthodontics - Potranco Rd provides orthodontic care in San Antonio, TX, serving children, teens, and adults seeking treatment from board-certified specialists.

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Dr. Marilena Parodi's team draws praise for straightforward treatment plans and gentle handling of nervous kids, from crossbites to jaw-surgery cases.
Reviews of San Antonio Orthodontics on Potranco Rd point to Dr. Marilena Parodi's habit of laying out treatment plans, timelines, and costs upfront, including for complex cases like crossbites, crowding, and jaw surgery. Many mention the office's calm, modern feel and staff who work well with anxious or young children during braces placement. A number of families have moved multiple kids through treatment here, and several transferring patients mid-treatment describe a smooth switch.
Summary of 200 patient reviews, August 2023–September 2026, updated September 2026
San Antonio Orthodontics - Potranco Rd provides orthodontic care in San Antonio, TX, serving children, teens, and adults seeking treatment from board-certified specialists.
The practice was established in 2008 and operates four locations throughout the area. The clinical team includes Dr. James VandeBerg, Dr. Marilena Parodi, Dr. Jesse M. Medina, and Dr. Emmanuel Alfonso, all certified by the American Board of Orthodontics and members of the American Association of Orthodontists. Treatment options include Invisalign, with the practice designated as an Invisalign Preferred Provider. Digital impression technology using iTero or equivalent systems eliminates the need for traditional molds during the records appointment. The practice accepts dental insurance and offers payment plans along with in-house financing options to accommodate different budget requirements. New patients can schedule a complimentary consultation through the online booking system or by phone. The practice has received a 5.0 rating based on 833 Google reviews. San Antonio Orthodontics - Potranco Rd serves patients throughout the San Antonio region. Specific treatment recommendations depend on individual clinical evaluation, which occurs during the initial consultation appointment.
Treatments offered
Who They Treat
San Antonio Orthodontics - Potranco Rd provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Technology & Equipment
San Antonio Orthodontics - Potranco Rd uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.
Orthodontists at this office
Dr. James VandeBerg, DDS, MS
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Dr. Jesse M. Medina
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Dr. Emmanuel Alfonso
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Alfonso
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Dr. Marilena Parodi
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Insurance accepted
1 plan listedWhat patients say
Latest review 8 weeks ago
What patients praise
Who it suits
Doctors patients mention
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| Theme | Praise | Criticism |
|---|---|---|
| Friendly staff | 91 | 1 |
| The orthodontist | 45 | 0 |
| Clear explanations | 31 | 0 |
| Great with kids | 24 | 0 |
| Office & technology | 24 | 0 |
| Gentle, comfortable care | 21 | 0 |
| Treatment results | 21 | 0 |
| Scheduling & wait times | 10 | 0 |
Recent reviews from Google
Emmet and Lily were amazing and help me get my treatment done and provided support along the way. I recommend SA Orthodontics to anyone looking for excellent results.
My daughter just completed her braces and everything came out great. We love all the ladies here at the office. Very friendly and feels like family. Thank yall for everything. I highly recommend this place to all my family and friends.
I had just had an amazing experience here today! Everyone here is so sweet, friendly, and helpful. Huge thanks to TC Emily, Assistant Emmitt, Dr. Parodi, Anna and Zee at the front desk for taking such great care of me.
Staff is amazing, Valerie was very patient, friendly and informative, Dr. Parodi is always so nice and friendly and makes my daughter feel extremely comfortable and knows she is being taken care of, definitely recommending this place to all my family and friends.
Our experience has been amazing thus far. Dr P is thorough, informative, and just so nice. Emmit was very gentle, informative, and efficient. She made myself and my daughter feel very comfortable throughout the process of installing the braces. We are so excited for this journey. She has been with us from the start. Emily was amazing with walking us through our options and making sure we understood the process. The office is amazing as a whole. Glad we decided to come here to start the process to make our smiles perfect.
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