4

Years of
Dental School

3700

Hours of Specialized
Orthodontic Training

100 Focused on Teeth
and Jaw Alignment

Our practice

About SmileCrew

Formerly Buda Orthodontics

our practice

About SmileCrew

formerly buda orthodontics

Our mission at SmileCrew (formerly Buda Orthodontics) is to provide quality orthodontic care and education, utilizing a kind and conscientious attitude in every aspect of our practice, from appointment scheduling to your direct orthodontic care. We have a location in Buda and Leander, so come by and visit us today!

Meet Our Doctor

Dr. Despot

Dr. Despot treats his patients like family and fully incorporates them into all aspects of treatment. A dad himself, he understands how parents want their kids to be taken care of and he will treat yours like his own. Communication, openness, and respect are his first priorities.

ortho for everyone

Who We Help

Our practice will work with you every step of the way to make sure your orthodontic care is as rewarding as possible. We utilize the latest technology and offer a variety of safe and gentle treatment options to give you the customized, individual care you deserve.

Kids

We can help you know when and if your child may need orthodontic treatment.

Teens

Life with braces is much easier, more comfortable, and more stylish than in the past.

Adults

Adults everywhere are taking advantage of the opportunity to receive orthodontic care.

our treatments

How We Help

We promise to speak candidly with you about possible treatments as well as any risks and associated costs of treatment, and how treatment can address your individual needs.

Braces

Today’s orthodontic treatment options offer a variety of braces and appliances that are comfortable, aesthetic, and customized to meet your needs. Types of braces include:

Invisalign®

There’s never been a better time to straighten your teeth with the most advanced clear aligner in the world. Our office is proud to be a certified provider of Invisalign clear aligners, which give you a clear, convenient, and comfortable option to achieve the smile you’ve always wanted.

Orthodontics

For most people, achieving a healthy, beautiful smile is the reason for receiving orthodontic care. If you’re self-conscious about your smile, correcting your concerns with orthodontic treatment will greatly improve the way you look and feel.

Other Treatments

At SmileCrew we offer the very latest in technology including the iTero Element Scanner. We also offer the following treatments for your convenience including:

making you smile

Our Proven Process

We have a tried-and-true process that is centered around you and your family. Here at SmileCrew, we focus on your care and comfort so you receive the highest level of service possible.

patient testimonials

Our 5-Star SmileCrew Experience

We love sharing our SmileCrew patients kind words and smiles

We love serving our patients with the highest level of care possible!

My daughter was more confident just by walking in the door. Amazing team. Thanks Dr. D!

Riley M.

Each visit every team member has been great, always friendly knowledgeable and happy to assist patients and/or parents. The wait to be seen is never long and the entire team makes the... visits seamless. Dr. Despot is just as great as the team that works for him. He is always so friendly and happy to explain and answer any questions you may have.read more

Natasha B.

We love Dr. D and his staff at Smile Crew! Everyone from the office staff to the assistants is friendly and helpful. My husband and both sons have gone to Smile Crew and are very happy with... their results. They truly care about our family and our smiles :)read more

Stephanie H.

Staff are all great! Excited to start the treatment journey with the SmileCrew!

Brian H.

Very friendly place, clean, professional that’s I’ll I have to say, I would absolutely recommend it

Jose Q.

I came in for a consultation and walked out with my daughter's braces already on! I’ve never seen such an efficient orthodontist office. The facility is clean, and they always try to work... with you. Definitely the best decision I’ve made!read more

Diana M.

Such a great office with the nicest staff. We’ve lived our experience so far.

jennifer S.

This place is great! From the moment you walk in you are greeted with a smile. Dentist is a very friendly young man. The shortness of the wait time is a PLUS! It's nice that we are always... seen shortly after we arrive. I would recommend 10/10read more

v P.

We had such a wonderful experience with SmileCrew Orthodontics! Scheduling my daughter’s initial consultation was quick and easy, which I really appreciated as a busy parent. The staff was... incredibly welcoming and professional. The consultation process was smooth and informative, and they took the time to answer all of our questions thoroughly. I’m happy to have chosen SmileCrew for my daughter’s orthodontic care. They truly care about their patients!read more

Jennifer R.

This place is great! From the moment you walk in you are greeted with a wonderful smell and smiley faces greeting you. The Dr. and his staff are great with kids, knowledgeable and funny!... The whole experience left me feeling wonderful, even after spending $3,000+ on braces!read more

Courtney G.

My daughter’s teeth are looking great! Can’t wait to see the end result!

Beverly H.

Always a thorough, but quick visit. My daughter and I have been happy with the care since day one. We highly recommend SmileCrew.

Melissa M.

The place was great for my son’s first visit. Everything was clean and everyone was happy! Which ably added to the great experience. We went in and right after the consultation they were... able to fit him in to put on the braces. Awesome place I highly recommend!read more

Chris C.

Dr. Despot and the staff here are the best! They work quickly to get you in and out with top tier service.

Aislinn J.

I recently had the pleasure of beginning my Invisalign treatment at Smile Crew Orthodontics, and the experience has been nothing short of exceptional. From the moment I walked in, Taylor,... the treatment coordinator, made the entire process seamless. She thoroughly explained each step, helped set up my treatment plan, and ensured I felt confident about my decision. Her professionalism and genuine care were evident from the start.Throughout the treatment, I was also assisted by Ellie, Tanya, and Sarah, who are absolute pros. Their friendly and attentive nature made every visit comfortable. They took the time to answer all of my questions and ensured everything was going smoothly with my aligners. It’s clear that the team at Smile Crew Orthodontics is dedicated to providing top-notch care, and I couldn’t be happier with my choice to go with Invisalign here. Highly recommended!read more

Mike C.

We are newer to the practice, referred by Google searches. So far the staff has all been very kind, knowledgeable, and has made the process a breeze to get our 9 year old started with an... expander and initial set of braces. Facility is well kept. Will update the review as the process goes along!read more

Becca M.

Dr Despot and his staff are amazing! Genuinely nice people, I highly recommend the office!

Milly Sophia G

First time here, greeted with a warm welcome and nothing but smiles from all the staff. Everything went smoothly and appointment went as expected.

Aaron L.

I could not be happier with how my daughter was treated at smile crew. I scheduled a consultation and she had an appointment a couple of days later. We loved how clean the location was kept... and we were greeted with smiles by everyone. My daughter was nervous but everyone made her feel comfortable and she left with braces the same day! The prices are reasonable for the high quality care you receive.read more

marcella

They’re so kind and courteous!! Highly recommend. :)

Reneé H.

I had a fantastic experience with Dr. Connor Despot .The staff was incredibly helpful, and the doctor was great at providing clear and detailed information throughout the entire process.... Everything was easy to understand, and accessing information or asking questions was always simple and hassle-free. I highly recommend this office for anyone seeking orthodontic care! 5 stars 🙌🏼read more

K.R.R

The entire staff at this office is so welcoming and friendly. This office came highly recommended by our child’s dentist and we are glad we chose to go with them.

My son Owen said that this place is awesome because everyone is nice and plus it supports paws which is amazing (honest review from a 5th grader).

Lacy K.

We have been with Smile Crew for many years and 3 kids! Love how thorough they are and friendly. They explain everything step by step and have even been available for last minute mishaps... for readjustments. It’s a very professional place.read more

Jeannie W.

Great staff, from front desk, to back staff and doctor.

Jessica S.

Dr. Rasmussen is thoughtful and persuasive. I believe he has my family's best interests in mind. The office staff is kind, too.

Chansin E.

We have had the best experience! They have been fabulous from day 1 and go above and beyond to take care of their patients. When treatment is over, we will miss them!

Amy U.

Very friendly staff.Detailed in what needed to be done and explained very what needed to be done

Jorge P.

Thank you for making our child feel confident on his new journey with braces. We can already see results, we are so excited the results!

J R

Efficient and friendly staff, and when an error had been made in the chart they owned up to it and fixed the mistake. The folks there remembered my kiddo and the services she had received... already. So far so good!read more

Brandi H.

Rave review for SmileCrew Ortho! I’m glad I got a second opinion from SmileCrew after an initial consultation with another orthodontist. I chose SmileCrew for my three kids because of a... more friendly team, lower cost and confident Dr. Couldn’t be happier!read more

Steve W.

Dr. D is very friendly, he listens to your concerns and questions. His staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. My three kids have had braces, expanders, etc. Love the service!

Nelly B.

Great orthodontist! Our daughter was having a hard time with classmates teasing her when she was wearing her spacers and they closed up her gaps in record time because of it. Highly... recommend!read more

Melanie B.

SmileCrew has been WONDERFUL for my family. I have three children that all had braces here. I have full confidence in their expertise. All of their teeth look beautiful. All of the staff... are very kind; they absolutely care about each individual here and are very good about listening to their customers. They really take time to answer any questions you have and do not just rush you through an appointment. I did a lot of research before choosing and orthodontist and I truly believe that Smile Crew is THE best choice in this area. Make an appointment! :)read more

Maria P.

Someone good at their craft can do the job right with a clean slate. Someone excellent at their craft can fix someone else’s work. They are excellent.

Megan F.

Love them! Everyone is so nice and they always accommodate to get you in when needed.

Julie G.

The staff are so kind and loving they make you feel comfortable. I love this place my son never had a problem with anyone there. I highly recommend them. My daughter is next to get braces on

isabel C.

Love Dr. D and the entire SmileCrew team! Not only do I refer my own patients to their office for care, but I have had the privilege of being a SmileCrew patient myself! I just got done... with my Invisalign treatment and am so happy with the results ✨ They made the process easy from start to finish and took the time to make sure it was exactly what I wanted. Thank you Dr. D and team for taking great care of me and the kiddos in our community! ♥️read more

Dr. Alexandra Otto, D.

As always Amazing staff sweet and professionalI would highly recommend their services

HAYDE T.

I love this place and so does my daughter! They are all very caring and love what they do!! Go Team -SmileCrew!!!

Cathy M.

Great atmosphere young and bubbly nurses and doctors.

Andres C.

Love this place and whole crew that works there. So glad I chose this place for my son's braces.

heidi A.

SmileCrew was a great experience from start to finish in my 2.5 years with my son’s braces. From front desk to Dr. Despot all are so friendly and helpful!! This is the place for braces need.

Monica M.

Friendly and caring place. Everyone makes you feel as if you are part of their family.

Linda B.

My son, husband and I all are patients of smile crew. The entire staff are so good to us. We highly recommend them!!!

Ky H.

Amazing staff and everybody is always so friendly and helpful. Dr. Despot always goes above and beyond to make sure all of my family’s dental needs are met.💯% recommend them for... orthodontic work.read more

Joshua B.

Smile Crew Orthodontics has been great, very professional and got us in in the same day when my son broke his retainer.

Jr P.

I love the staff and how helpful everyone is. My daughter loves coming here to get her teeth checked and they have been so easy to work with in regards to payment plans etc. thank you!!!

Jessica G.

We just started the process of getting my son braces and Smile Crew has made everything so easy. Staff has been nothing but amazing.

Ashley M.

They took great care of my daughter's teeth, and she now has a perfectly gorgeous, straight smile. She's so happy!

Amber R.

Great team and outstanding professionalism. I feel confident after my smile was properly aligned by the Smile crew.

Tate J.

Automatically made me feel seen and so comfortable! Normally I get embarrassed talking about my teeth, but they were very transparent with treatments and plans along with what to expect.... Taylor was super sweet and helpful with all the answers to my questions! 10 out of 10 totally recommend!read more

maria V.

Dr. Despot and his staff are friendly and amazing!

Michelle C.

I am so happy to have trusted smile crew orthodontics with my Child’s braces. We have had quite a few bad experiences in the past with dentist offices So my daughter was pretty Standoffish... about going anywhere new that has to do with your teeth. Smile crew orthodontics, changed that. Every time we come in we look forward to it, there’s lots of love and warmth here if you’re looking for a place to feel like home for your child choose smile crew are orthodontics.read more

Brittney D.

Super friendly and patient staff. Excellent with kiddos who have anxiety with anything medical/dental related.

Tiffany B.

I came back from college to get a check up on my retainers and SmileCrew has been amazing. Each process has been super easy. Sarah was super sweet and made me feel immediately welcome! I... love this place and highly recommend them to everyone!!read more

Madie P.

I've never had an unpleasant experience here! Everyone is courteous and greets you with a 😃.

Donzel K.

They are all awesome! From the front desk to the dental techs and Dr. Despot himself. I am happy to have found them for my daughter’s braces. 😬 We also get a pretty quick and... seamless process, each time we have the appointment.read more

Gina P.

This orthodontist office is such a great place to visit. The staff is so sweet and kind. My daughter goes to this office and we love it there.

Lindsay W.

I’ve been going to SmileCrew for my Invisalign for over a year now and the experience has been nothing but perfect. All my appointments are quick and easy and my teeth looking amazing after... everything!read more

Agnieszka R.

Best place to go. Everybody is so nice and always makes you feel welcome

Heather G.

SmileCrew Orthodontics staff, technicians, and Dr. Despot are amazing. If you are shopping/researching and reviews help, then read this review.I’m in my 40’s and have 5 kids. My oldest... and I went on this orthodontic journey together in 2020. Since then, him and his siblings teeth have been straighten and cared for. I’m on year 3 of a 4 year journey and Dr. Despot has been patient, thoughtful, and cared for my case each step of the way.I originally choose SmileCrew because I support local and live by the “I live here and I give here” mantra but this crew has exceeded my expectations and more.read more

omarr G.

SmileCrew helped me and is helping my family! Thank you!

Isaac G.

Who knew going to the Orthodontist could be such a great experience? Dr. Despot and his team are so accommodating and great with kids!

Amza S.

I had an amazing experience at SmileCrew! The staff is professional and personable. The office is exceptionally clean and well organized. I highly recommend this practice :)

Shaunna D.

Professional and very teen focused which makes coming in for a braces check fun! Everyone is friendly and looks you in the eye when they say hello- not too busy to make you feel welcome.

Mandy M.

Best Orthodontist EVER! My daughter just got her braces off and I couldn’t be happier with the end results. Thanks Dr. D and team!!

Paloma D.

One of the friendliest place. No long waiting time. 45 minute trip is worth the drive.

Rosa V.

Love this practice..they take care of the patient needs*****

Melba R.

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4

Years of Dental School

3700

Hours of Specialized Orthodontic Training

100

Focused on Teeth and Jaw Alignment

About SmileCrew

About SmileCrew

Dr. Despot

ortho for everyone

Who We Help

Kids

Teens

Adults

our treatments

How We Help

Braces

Invisalign®

Orthodontics

Other Treatments

Our Proven Process

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patient testimonials

Our 5-Star SmileCrew Experience

We love sharing our SmileCrew patients kind words and smiles

patient testimonials

Our 5-Star SmileCrew Experience

We love serving our patients with the highest level of care possible!

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Leander, TX

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Leander, TX

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Years of
Dental School

Hours of Specialized
Orthodontic Training

Focused on Teeth
and Jaw Alignment