Dr. Sara Abedini, DDS
Diplomate, American Board of OrthodonticsUCLA orthodontics specialty (with honors). PhD in Orthodontics & Craniofacial Developmental Biology, Hiroshima University. Affiliate, Edward H. Angle Society of Orthodontists.
(713) 999-1099
★ 5.0 · 922 Richmond reviews · Invisalign Diamond Provider
The orthodontist Richmond & Sugar Land families recommend most.
Same-day braces and Invisalign starts for kids, teens, and adults — by Dr. Sara Abedini and Dr. Sam Elkenawy. 0% APR financing. All major PPOs accepted.
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Your orthodontists
Both board-certified. Both UCLA-trained.
Two specialists, one practice — over 1,300 five-star reviews between Richmond and Houston Heights.
Dr. Sam Elkenawy, DDS, MS
Board-Certified · UCLA Chief ResidentUCLA Master's & Orthodontics Certificate. Member, American Association of Orthodontists. Published research in digital orthodontics, skeletal expansion, and airway / sleep apnea.
From real patients
922 five-star reviews from Richmond families.
"My daughter got braces in February and then an expander in April. She likes that they have snacks and TV for long appointments. Easy to schedule appointments and easy parking."
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"Our daughter (9) is a new patient. The staff are very friendly and made us both feel very comfortable with the whole process. Dr. Sam & staff absolutely do great taking care of their patients and helping them through their orthodontic journey."
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"Absolutely loved my initial visit at Elara Orthodontics! Dr. Sara is extremely informative and explained the entire process for braces and Invisalign so perfectly. I left my visit happy and excited."
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"Finally finished my Invisalign journey! I started off at the Richmond location with Dr. Abedini and then moved to their Heights location as it was closer to me. The orthodontists are super nice and caring and shared all the Invisalign snapshots with me throughout my journey."
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"They're very flexible on the scheduling and all the staff members are so kind. My teeth never looked this amazing! Highly recommend it if anyone is planning to get braces."
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"I'm doing my Invisalign here (almost complete) and the results thus far are great. Sweet and efficient team, and I never wait more than 2 minutes for my appointment. Recommend!"
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"All of the staff are very nice, and they take their time with you. If you are looking for braces I would recommend them!"
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"I had a fantastic experience during my orthodontist visit! The team was professional, welcoming, and made me feel completely at ease. Everything was explained clearly, and I left feeling confident and well taken care of."
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Coverage
Insurance accepted at both Richmond & Houston Heights locations
