Welcome to Alamo City Orthodontics
in San Antonio

Serving Alamo Heights, Castle Hills, and the greater San Antonio area, Alamo City Orthodontics has helped children, teens, and adults achieve healthier smiles through different types of braces, clear aligners, and advanced orthodontics.

Our orthodontic specialists customize state-of-the-art and affordable orthodontic treatments based on current dental alignment, needs, and preferences in a professional, friendly, and positive environment. Our board-certified orthodontists have delivered personalized care, individualized attention, and extraordinary results for generations and look forward to helping you achieve a straighter, stunning smile.

Meet The Doctors

Dr. Araujo (or Dr. Kika!) earned her dental degree in 2005 from the Catholic University of Minas Gerais in Brazil and completed her Certificate and Master’s in Orthodontics at Saint Louis University in Missouri. She taught at Jacksonville University’s School of Orthodontics before settling in Texas in 2018. A board-certified orthodontist, Dr. Kika is active in several national and international professional associations. She’s passionate about stories, laughter, and believes orthodontists should embody the beautiful smiles they create—not just straighten teeth!

Meet The Doctors

Dr. Alina Jafferbhoy is a compassionate general dentist with a passion for pediatric oral health. She earned her DMD from A.T. Still University - Missouri School of Dentistry & Oral Health, along with a Certificate in Public Health. Dedicated to creating positive dental experiences, she uses gentle, child-friendly techniques to help young patients feel comfortable and confident about their smiles.

Meet The Doctors

Dr. Cristiana (Kika) Araujo

Dr. Araujo (or Dr. Kika!) earned her dental degree in 2005 from the Catholic University of Minas Gerais in Brazil and completed her Certificate and Master’s in Orthodontics at Saint Louis University in Missouri. She taught at Jacksonville University’s School of Orthodontics before settling in Texas in 2018. A board-certified orthodontist, Dr. Kika is active in several national and international professional associations. She’s passionate about stories, laughter, and believes orthodontists should embody the beautiful smiles they create—not just straighten teeth!

Contact Your San Antonio Braces,
Clear Aligners, and Surgical Orthodontic Professionals

Join the thousands of smiles renovated through braces, ClearCorrect, and other orthodontic services for patients in Alamo Heights, Castle Hills, Crownhill Park, Olmos Park, and more. Whether you’re an adult, teenager, or child, our knowledgeable orthodontist and team are committed to helping you achieve the healthy, beautiful smile you deserve. If you're looking for a best orthodontist near you in San Antonio, schedule a consultation today.

We are in-network with many insurances.

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Why Retainers Are the Most Important Part of Orthodontic Treatment

Why Retainers Are the Most Important Part of Orthodontic Treatment

Most orthodontic patients focus on the braces or aligner phase — the active part of treatment that moves teeth from where they are to where they should be. When that phase ends, the focus often fades just as quickly. What orthodontists know — and what patients frequently underestimate — is that the retention phase is what actually preserves the result.

Back-to-School Braces: What San Antonio Families Need to Know Before the Year Starts

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The list of things to handle before school starts in San Antonio is long. Supplies. Uniforms. Registration paperwork. Sports physicals. And somewhere, often at the bottom — or not on the list at all — the orthodontic appointment that would make the whole school year easier if it happened in August instead of December.

ClearCorrect in San Antonio: A Clearer Path to the Smile You've Been Putting Off

ClearCorrect in San Antonio: A Clearer Path to the Smile You've Been Putting Off

If you've been thinking about straightening your teeth but the idea of metal brackets and wires hasn't quite fit your life — or if you've heard about clear aligners but aren't sure whether they're right for your situation — there's a conversation worth having at Alamo City Orthodontics.

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