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About Our Office

The team at Mt Pleasant offers a breadth of orthodontic services to meet the needs of kids, teens, and adults. Helping our patients reveal confident smiles through tailored orthodontic treatment plans is our goal. If you’re looking for braces or Invisalign® aligner options from a family orthodontist near you, book your FREE consultation online or by phone today.

  • Dr. Goates attended Baylor College of Dentistry and has been practicing orthodontics for over 30 years
  • Dr. Goates is a diplomate of American Board of Orthodontics and member of American Association of Orthodontists
  • Smile Doctors Orthodontics proudly serves the communities in the following zip codes: 75455, 75456
  • Among the top orthodontists in Mt Pleasant, TX with state of the art equipment
  • Bilingual, Spanish speaking team
  • Convenient locations in Longview and Marshall
  • Convenient scheduling and progress tracking through Smile Doctors Anywhere app
  • Affordable monthly payment options and discounts are available for qualifying patients
  • Most dental insurance plans accepted
1608 S Jefferson Ave,
Mt Pleasant, TX, 75455-5614
Monday - Thursday: 8am-4:30pm
Recent Google Reviews:

"This has been a great experience with staff and frequent visits. I am heart broken to hear they are switching doctors. He is the reason we decided to come to this orthodontist."

5-star
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About Our Office

The team at Mt Pleasant offers a breadth of orthodontic services to meet the needs of kids, teens, and adults. Helping our patients reveal confident smiles through tailored orthodontic treatment plans is our goal. If you’re looking for braces or Invisalign® aligner options from a family orthodontist near you, book your FREE consultation online or by phone today.

  • Dr. Goates attended Baylor College of Dentistry and has been practicing orthodontics for over 30 years
  • Dr. Goates is a diplomate of American Board of Orthodontics and member of American Association of Orthodontists
  • Smile Doctors Orthodontics proudly serves the communities in the following zip codes: 75455, 75456
  • Among the top orthodontists in Mt Pleasant, TX with state of the art equipment
  • Bilingual, Spanish speaking team
  • Convenient locations in Longview and Marshall
  • Convenient scheduling and progress tracking through Smile Doctors Anywhere app
  • Affordable monthly payment options and discounts are available for qualifying patients
  • Most dental insurance plans accepted
1608 S Jefferson Ave,
Mt Pleasant, TX, 75455-5614
Monday - Thursday: 8am-4:30pm
Google
5-star

Orthodontic Services Available

Braces

Smile Doctors offers metal and ceramic braces to suit our patients’ needs. Our orthodontists can develop a custom orthodontic treatment plan for kids, teens, and adults.

Invisalign® Aligners

A clear alternative to traditional braces, Invisalign® aligners are a convenient choice for adults and teens looking to discreetly straighten their teeth with clear aligners.

Smile Express®

Get the smile of your dreams in six months or less with Smile Express®! Learn how our local orthodontists can help adults touch up their smile with aligners shipped straight to your door.

Retainers

Keep your smile beautiful with clear or fixed retainers from Smile Doctors. Our orthodontists can fit a new or existing patient for a retainer and offer retainer repairs and replacements if needed.

Rising Star (7& Up)

The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) recommends children see an orthodontist by age 7. Our RISING STAR program provides children ages 5-10 with complimentary, early care.

Current Offers and Insurance

Everyone deserves a confident and affordable smile. Convenient monthly payments and discounts are available for qualifying patients. We accept most insurance plans and will check your coverage during your FREE initial consultation.

Up to $500 Off
On comprehensive braces or Invisalign® aligner treatment

* When you sign up for autopay. Additional restrictions & exclusions may apply.

Pay in Full
Discounts when you pay in full for treatment

* Some restrictions & exclusions may apply.

Military Discount
10% off braces or Invisalign® aligners

A special offer for service members and family

* Some restrictions & exclusions may apply.

Family Plan
Discounts when multiple family members start treatment

* Some restrictions & exclusions may apply.

Meet Our Orthodontists in Mt Pleasant

Larry Goates
Dr. Larry Goates

Larry Goates enjoys getting to know patients and has treated generations of families in his practice.

Goates received his undergraduate degree from Baylor University and his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the Baylor College of Dentistry. He taught operative dentistry and practiced general dentistry for a year prior to his earning his Master of Science in Orthodontics from Baylor College of Dentistry.

Goates has been practicing orthodontics for decades – 21 as a professor of orthodontics in the Baylor Orthodontic Department. He has also lectured on various orthodontic topics in the US, Europe, Mexico, and Asia.

Goates is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and is a member of the American Orthodontic Association and Southwest Society of Orthodontists, as well as several other prestigious organizations.

Outside of the office, Goates enjoys spending time with family, traveling, dining out, and going to the movies.

Michael Scott
Dr. Michael Scott

Michael Scott wants his patients and their families to feel truly valued and well cared for under his treatment.

Scott earned his undergraduate degree at the University of Arlington. He then attended the University of Tennessee in Memphis, where he earned his Doctorate of Dental Science, and then Baylor College of Dentistry, where he earned his master degree and specialized in orthodontics.

Scott is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, Southwestern Society of Orthodontists, Texas Association of Orthodontists, Board Certified by the American Board of Orthodontics, among other organizations. He also enjoys teaching orthodontics and has written articles for Ormco and 3M Unitek.

Scott is also passionate about a ministry project he helped found. Beds of Hope builds and delivers beds to foster children in Gregg and surrounding counties. Matthew 25:45 “Truly I tell you, whatever you did not do for one of the least of these, you did not do for me.”

Outside of the office, Scott likes to golf and snow ski as well as spending time with his family.

Larry Goates Michael Scott

Meet Our Orthodontists in Mt Pleasant

Larry Goates
Michael Scott
Larry Goates Michael Scott
Dr. Larry Goates

Larry Goates enjoys getting to know patients and has treated generations of families in his practice.

Goates received his undergraduate degree from Baylor University and his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the Baylor College of Dentistry. He taught operative dentistry and practiced general dentistry for a year prior to his earning his Master of Science in Orthodontics from Baylor College of Dentistry.

Goates has been practicing orthodontics for decades – 21 as a professor of orthodontics in the Baylor Orthodontic Department. He has also lectured on various orthodontic topics in the US, Europe, Mexico, and Asia.

Goates is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and is a member of the American Orthodontic Association and Southwest Society of Orthodontists, as well as several other prestigious organizations.

Outside of the office, Goates enjoys spending time with family, traveling, dining out, and going to the movies.

Dr. Michael Scott

Michael Scott wants his patients and their families to feel truly valued and well cared for under his treatment.

Scott earned his undergraduate degree at the University of Arlington. He then attended the University of Tennessee in Memphis, where he earned his Doctorate of Dental Science, and then Baylor College of Dentistry, where he earned his master degree and specialized in orthodontics.

Scott is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, Southwestern Society of Orthodontists, Texas Association of Orthodontists, Board Certified by the American Board of Orthodontics, among other organizations. He also enjoys teaching orthodontics and has written articles for Ormco and 3M Unitek.

Scott is also passionate about a ministry project he helped found. Beds of Hope builds and delivers beds to foster children in Gregg and surrounding counties. Matthew 25:45 “Truly I tell you, whatever you did not do for one of the least of these, you did not do for me.”

Outside of the office, Scott likes to golf and snow ski as well as spending time with his family.

Awards & Certifications

Patient Reviews

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“Amazing”

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Sonya Ibarra
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“Great practice with a great doctor and very friendly staff. If seeking care for an adult, I recommend waiting until insurance has fully cleared.”

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Steven Laxton
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“This has been a great experience with staff and frequent visits. I am heart broken to hear they are switching doctors. He is the reason we decided to come to this orthodontist.”

5-star
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