Reviewed by Dr. Dima Kalakech, Board Certified Orthodontist
Need an orthodontist near Universal City? Embrace Orthodontics provides braces, Invisalign® clear aligners and specialist orthodontic care for Universal City families, including the military families of JBSA-Randolph. Dr. Dima Kalakech is a board-certified orthodontist about 15 minutes away in Cibolo, with a 5.0-star Google rating from more than 1,000 reviews.
Universal City grew up around Randolph Field, and it still moves to the rhythm of the base: families arriving with new orders, kids joining Judson ISD schools mid-year, parents balancing duty schedules with dentist appointments. When it’s time for braces or aligners, many Universal City families discover that most nearby options are general dental offices that offer orthodontics on the side.
Embrace Orthodontics is different: an orthodontics-only specialty practice, led by one board-certified doctor who plans and supervises every case herself, from the first scan to the last retainer check.
From Pat Booker Road, take FM 78 east through Schertz, then FM 1103 north toward Cibolo; our office is at 791 FM 1103, Suite 113, on the right. From the Randolph Family Housing area, most families drive in for about 15 minutes. Coming from Loop 1604, exit toward Cibolo and follow FM 1103 straight to our door. Parking is right outside.
Universal City was founded in the 1930s alongside Randolph Field and today is home to about 20,000 people, Randolph Plaza’s shops and restaurants, and a growing Aviation District. Its students attend Judson ISD and SCUC ISD schools as well as First Baptist Academy in town. Between base traditions and small-city Texas life, it’s a community we’re honored to serve.
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We’re proud to support the JBSA-Randolph community, and we’ve built our practice to fit military life:
Whatever your family’s insurance situation, our treatment coordinator will walk you through your options and flexible payment plans during a free consultation.
Dr. Dima Kalakech is a board-certified orthodontist dedicated to creating confident, healthy smiles through personalized care. With advanced training and years of experience, she focuses on delivering treatment that improves both function and aesthetics.
She completed her orthodontic training at Saint Louis University, earning a Master of Science degree, and continues to pursue advanced education to stay at the forefront of modern orthodontic techniques.
Orthodontic care should be simple and accessible. At Embrace Orthodontics, we offer flexible payment options, interest-free financing, and customized payment plans tailored to your budget, so you can begin treatment with confidence.
Treatment fees generally range from $1,000–$3,500 for limited treatment, $3,500–$5,875 for comprehensive braces, and $3,500–$6,500 for Invisalign® and clear aligners, depending on your individual treatment needs.
During your complimentary consultation, you’ll receive a personalized treatment plan, a written estimate with a clear breakdown of costs, and all available payment options. Our team also verifies your insurance benefits, accepts direct payment from most insurance carriers, and handles claims to help reduce your out-of-pocket expenses and make the process as simple as possible.
Iconix braces feature a champagne-colored finish that blends more naturally with your smile while delivering the same reliable performance as traditional braces.
Gold braces offer a distinctive appearance while maintaining the same effectiveness as traditional braces, making them a unique option for patients who want a more customized look.
Braces use modern metal or ceramic brackets to gradually move teeth into alignment, providing reliable results for correcting crowding, spacing, and bite issues.
Clear, removable aligners gradually shift teeth into proper alignment, providing a discreet and flexible solution for correcting spacing, crowding, and bite concerns.
Early orthodontic treatment helps guide jaw development and address alignment concerns at the right stage to support healthy growth and long-term results.
Surgical orthodontics combines orthodontic care with specialized procedures to correct complex jaw and bite issues and improve overall function and balance.
See how orthodontic treatment can enhance smiles and confidence, with every result guided by precision and personalized care.
Choosing orthodontic care while living in Universal City often means finding a provider that offers flexibility and consistency throughout treatment. Here are some common questions patients consider.
Yes. We regularly welcome military families mid-treatment. Bring your transfer records (or have your previous orthodontist send them), and Dr. K will evaluate the current plan and continue care without starting over.
Three things: a specialist rather than a general office that does braces on the side, board certification you can verify, and real experience with treatment transfers. Embrace checks all three, which is why JBSA-Randolph families keep finding their way up FM 1103 to us.
We do our best to fit military life. Early morning appointments, school-break planning and Friday visits are all options, and our team will work with you when duty schedules change.
Dr. K will prepare complete diagnostic records and a written transfer summary through the AAO transfer process, so your next orthodontist can continue seamlessly. Our team will walk you through exactly how transfer billing works before your move, so there are no surprises.
