About Limestone Hills Orthodontics. Orthodontist in Austin
Associations & Credentials
Limestone Hills Orthodontics, represented by Dr. Viecilli, has been a specialist in orthodontic services since 2004.
Member: WFO, ADA, AAO, TAO • Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics • Invisalign, ULab, Angel Aligner Provider • Grin® AI Remote Monitoring
Peer-Reviewed Science. Northwest Austin Heart.
Dr. Rodrigo Viecilli holds a DDS plus a CODA-accredited Specialty Certificate in Orthodontics and a PhD in Oral Biology and Biomechanics from Indiana University. There, his research with Dr. Charles Burstone, widely considered the most important biomechanics scientist in orthodontic history, led to the invention of SmartArch™ wire technology. Now manufactured by Ormco and used by orthodontists worldwide. His doctoral training also included Dr. Eugene Roberts in bone biology. A combination of mentors unmatched in modern orthodontic education.
Since 2010, Dr. Viecilli has served as a university professor of orthodontics. First at New York University, then at Loma Linda University, where he directs the Craniofacial Biomechanics Laboratory. His 27+ peer-reviewed publications have been cited over 1,000 times. For patients, that research translates directly into faster treatment, fewer visits, and more predictable results.
Limestone Hills opened in 2022 with a clear philosophy: treat fewer patients with greater attention, invest in technology that accelerates results, and explain every clinical decision so patients understand their care. If you have ever felt rushed at a dental office, this is the opposite of that.
The name reflects Northwest Austin’s Texas Hill Country landscape. A practice rooted in its community, serving families in River Place, Four Points, Steiner Ranch, Westlake Hills, Jester Estates, Cat Mountain, and the surrounding 78730 area.
Orthodontic Care, Reimagined
Dr. Viecilli designed every detail of this practice. From the architecture to the fragrance, to make orthodontic visits something patients actually look forward to.
Single-origin espresso, cold lattes, and Brazilian guaraná soda. Crafted by a certified sommelier, barista, and mixologist. Not the typical orthodontic waiting room.
Complimentary stroopwafels, wafers, and cheese crackers available at every visit. Because comfort is in the details.
A signature scent designed by Dr. Viecilli replaces the clinical smell of a dental office. The moment a patient walks in, the experience begins.
Patients relax in a dedicated heated massage chair during digital scanning with the Medit i700 scanner. Precision meets comfort.
Designed by a top orthodontic architecture firm, with input from Dr. Viecilli’s engineering background. Modern, clean, and built to feel like a second home.
Fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish. Serving Austin’s diverse community without language barriers.
Meet Dr. Viecilli and the Limestone Hills Team
A boutique single-doctor practice. Dr. Viecilli personally treats every patient. The patient-care team supports every visit from scheduling through retainer.
Dr. Rodrigo Viecilli, DDS, PhD
Dr. Viecilli personally designs every Invisalign treatment plan. Not a computer-generated sales preview. You review the 3D plan before aligners are fabricated and provide input before treatment starts. 5,000+ completed orthodontic cases.
Patient Care Team
Carine
Gaby
Margarita
Mariah
Coronal polish certification qualifies the holder to use dental handpieces for tooth polishing and adhesive removal at slow pulsed speed.
Pit and fissure sealant certification qualifies the application of preventive sealants to molar chewing surfaces.
How Dr. Viecilli Practices Orthodontics
Four principles guide Dr. Viecilli’s clinical decisions. Combine specialist credentials and a single-doctor relationship from consultation through retainer. Price treatment to reflect the science, not what the local market can be persuaded to pay. Recommend treatment only when it moves the needle. Offer the specialized treatments Austin patients struggle to find elsewhere.
What Makes This Practice Different
Dr. Viecilli is the only orthodontist in Northwest Austin who combines all of the following: ABO Diplomate, PhD in Orthodontic Biomechanics, university professor since 2010, patented wire inventor, in-office MARPE placement, complimentary CBCT scans, and direct-doctor care at every visit. The combination of credentials and clinical model is what Limestone Hills patients describe as the practice’s defining difference.
On Pricing
Limestone Hills prices treatment below the Austin market average. Metal braces start at $4,000 comprehensive, with SmartArch™ wire included at no additional charge for every braces patient. Dr. Viecilli sets prices to reflect the science behind the treatment, not what the local market can be persuaded to pay.
When Treatment Is Not Recommended
Dr. Viecilli does recommend against treatment when treatment is not indicated. A patient with minor, cosmetic-only crowding who is satisfied with their smile does not need braces or aligners. A severe jaw-growth issue that will not resolve with teeth-only movement belongs with an oral surgeon and orthodontist working together, not with orthodontics alone. Limestone Hills tells families when a case is better served by watchful waiting, by a second opinion, or by another specialty entirely. The practice does not sell treatment that does not move the needle.
Treatments Others Don’t Offer
Several Limestone Hills treatments are not commonly available at other Austin orthodontic practices. Dr. Viecilli places MARPE (Miniscrew-Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion) in-office without an oral surgeon referral, prescribes vertical pull chin cup therapy for vertical-excess pediatric growth, fits custom MAD snoring appliances for mild to moderate sleep-disordered breathing, runs an exercise-first tongue thrust protocol that resolves most cases without an appliance, and uses SmartArch™ variable-force wire on every braces patient.
Precision Tools for Faster, Better Results
Limestone Hills invests in technology that reduces treatment time, improves accuracy, and eliminates guesswork.
i-CAT FLX V7 CBCT 3D Scanner
Full 3D imaging of teeth, bone, and airways in a single 8-second scan. Diagnostic detail no 2D X-ray can match. Complimentary with every new-patient consultation, including screenshots patients can take home. Need the full 3D dataset on USB? Available for $300 on request.
Medit i700 Intraoral Scanner
High-speed digital impressions with no messy putty. Real-time 3D models for Invisalign, braces planning, and retainer fabrication. Used in our dedicated heated massage chair station. iTero access is also available through our myDental network.
In-House 3D Printing Lab
Retainers, surgical guides, and custom appliances printed on-site. Same-day turnaround. No outsourcing delays, no waiting weeks for lab shipments.
3D Custom Precision Appliances
Every appliance at Limestone Hills is designed and 3D-printed with custom-made crowns, eliminating the need for painful tooth separators. Custom MARPE expanders, MARA appliances, Herbst devices, and functional appliances are all fabricated in-house with digital precision. No generic, one-size-fits-all parts.
Digital Treatment Planning
Before a single bracket is placed, Dr. Viecilli uses 3D technology to plan exactly how teeth and bite should align. Every tooth movement is pre-calculated using biomechanical principles. No one builds a house without plans; your smile deserves the same precision.
Grin® AI Remote Monitoring
FDA-registered, orthodontist-founded remote monitoring platform backed by a strategic investment from the American Association of Orthodontists. Optional add-on at $50 per month. Patients use the Grin Scope® intraoral adapter (which attaches to any smartphone) to scan teeth from home. The AI-powered 3D Treatment Tracker compares scans to Dr. Viecilli’s treatment plan with tooth-level accuracy, reducing in-office visits by up to 50% without compromising care quality.
SmartArch™ Wire Technology
Conceptualized and designed by Dr. Viecilli in collaboration with Dr. Charles Burstone. The most cited orthodontic biomechanics scientist in history. And manufactured by Ormco.
SmartArch™ applies calibrated, continuous forces to each individual tooth using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) modeling. The result: up to 40% faster braces treatment compared to conventional wire systems.
Limestone Hills Orthodontics is the only practice in Austin where patients are treated by the inventor of this technology. SmartArch™ is provided to all braces patients at no additional charge.
9 Reasons Families Choose Limestone Hills
Every claim below is verifiable. No vague promises. Just specific advantages you won’t find at other Austin orthodontic practices.
Only practice in Austin where you are treated by the inventor of SmartArch™, the world’s most advanced orthodontic wire (manufactured by Ormco).
Your treatment plan is designed by a published researcher, not just a clinician. PhD in Biomechanics, board-certified since 2011, university professor since 2010. Faculty at NYU and Loma Linda University. 27+ peer-reviewed publications, 1,000+ citations on Google Scholar. That research directly shapes how teeth move. Faster, more predictable, with fewer surprises.
Milo Hellman Award winner, the highest research honor from the American Association of Orthodontists. It means the science behind your treatment has been peer-validated at the highest level in the field.
Boutique model: Dr. Viecilli personally treats every patient. No rotating associates, no delegated care. One doctor, one standard of excellence.
Free CBCT 3D CT scan plus screenshots with every consultation. Most practices charge $200 to $500. Full 3D diagnosis from day one. Screenshots included at no charge; full working 3D viewer on USB drive available for $300 if you want a copy of the complete dataset.
Same-day braces starts available with only $189.99 down and 0% APR financing. No waiting weeks to begin treatment.
Free braces switch guarantee for Angel Aligner patients. If Angel Aligners are not tracking optimally, Dr. Viecilli switches to braces at no additional cost on Select and Pro tiers. This risk-free guarantee applies to Angel Aligners only, not Invisalign.
Grin® AI remote monitoring, available to any patient as an optional $50/month add-on. An FDA-registered, AAO-backed platform that reduces in-office visits by up to 50%. Braces or aligners. Dr. Viecilli tracks patient progress from home scans with AI-powered tooth-level accuracy.
The most advanced orthodontic cost calculator in Austin. Developed by Dr. Viecilli and powered by AI. It factors in insurance plan, treatment type, and payment timeline for a personalized estimate before you walk through the door. Shared across multiple practice websites managed by Orthodynamo, Dr. Viecilli’s orthodontic marketing company. Try it now.
What Patients Receive at Limestone Hills
Every comprehensive case at Limestone Hills includes the same set of services regardless of which treatment a patient chooses. The free consultation includes a 3D CBCT scan, a personal exam by Dr. Viecilli, and an exact treatment-cost estimate before any commitment. Comprehensive cases include all in-treatment visits, wire and aligner changes, in-office repairs, and the first set of Essix retainers. SmartArch™ wire is included free in every braces case. Records, photos, and progress scans stay with the patient as treatment progresses. Refinements are included for aligner cases when needed to finish the result, and Angel Aligner Select and Pro tier patients carry a free braces-switch guarantee if aligners stop tracking. There is no charge for emergency repairs during active treatment for Limestone Hills patients.
$50,000+ Invested in NW Austin Every Year
Limestone Hills invests more than $50,000 annually across 39 sponsorships and community partnerships. Local schools, youth sports teams, charitable organizations, and community events throughout Northwest Austin. This is not a marketing line. It is a measurable, year-over-year commitment. Dr. Viecilli and the team actively participate across the River Place, Steiner Ranch, Four Points, and the greater NW Austin area. From free dental screenings at elementary schools, to sponsoring youth athletic leagues, to supporting local charities.
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Real Emergency or Comfort Issue?
Real emergencies are rare. A bracket stuck to a lip, or appliance breakage causing extreme pain or eating difficulty, warrants same-day care. Limestone Hills Orthodontics holds same-day emergency slots during clinical hours, delivered under local anesthesia only.
The practice is not equipped with sedation. For severe trauma to teeth or jaw, a child in extreme distress, or any case requiring sedation, please call an emergency pediatric dentist, an oral surgeon, or 911. Limestone Hills Orthodontics will happily provide follow-up care after acute stabilization. After-hours emergency access is reserved for active patients of the practice and depends on the doctor’s availability (the doctor must be in town).
Broken appliances fall in between. If the break is causing pain or interfering with eating, treat it as an emergency and call. If the appliance is loose but tolerable, a comfort appointment at the next available slot is enough. The Emergency Care page walks through common situations step by step.
Most orthodontic emergencies can be stabilized at home with orthodontic wax, a warm saltwater rinse, or ibuprofen until the next business day. The Emergency Care page walks through the common situations step by step. If the problem is bigger than wax can handle, Limestone Hills holds same-day emergency slots during clinical hours for active patients.