Surgical orthodontics
Orthodontic planning is coordinated with the surgeon so tooth movement and the intended jaw correction are considered together. The team discusses preparation, sequencing, and follow-up.
AOS • Orthodontists
Ryan Cody, DDS, MSD
Board-certified orthodontist with craniofacial fellowship training and experience coordinating orthodontics with jaw surgery.
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Ryan Cody, DDS, MSD
Orthodontist
Background & Approach
Meet Dr. Cody
Dr. Ryan Cody combines orthodontic specialty training with fellowship training in craniofacial orthodontics. His clinical work includes orthodontic care for patients with cleft lip and palate and preparation for orthognathic jaw surgery.
At AOS, he works with the surgical team to connect tooth alignment with the planned jaw correction. His background in multidisciplinary craniofacial care informs treatment planning for patients whose needs extend beyond straightening their teeth.
His commitment to access to care also includes Exchange for Smiles and international cleft care service. He speaks English and Spanish.
For patients preparing for jaw surgery, orthodontic care addresses tooth position as part of the planned skeletal correction. His craniofacial background adds experience working across specialties and following patients through different stages of care.
Education & Training
- Craniofacial Orthodontics Fellowship
Texas Children’s Hospital, Department of Plastic Surgery · 2022–2023 - Master of Science in Dentistry & Certificate in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
University of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston · 2022 - Doctor of Dental Surgery
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill · 2020 - Bachelor of Arts, Biology
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill · 2016
Board Certification & Credentials
- Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics
- American Board of Orthodontics — board-certified orthodontist locator
- Professional memberships include the American Association of Orthodontists, American Dental Association, and Texas Dental Association.
Academic Appointment
- Faculty, Baylor College of Medicine, TCH Plastic Surgery. Baylor’s faculty directory lists Instructor.
Hospital & Clinical Affiliations
- Texas Children’s Hospital — official provider profile
Craniofacial orthodontist on the cleft and craniofacial team. - AOS — orthodontic care coordinated with orthognathic surgery planning.
Research & Community Service
- Research: orthognathic movements and facial appearance in cleft lip and palate
Coauthor, Journal of Craniofacial Surgery · 2024. - University of North Carolina — Exchange for Smiles feature
- Exchange for Smiles — video on YouTube
Care at AOS
Clinical focus & coordinated care
Cleft & craniofacial care
His hospital work includes orthodontic needs associated with cleft lip and palate and other craniofacial differences. That multidisciplinary experience supports communication with other treating clinicians.
Appointments, location availability, and recommendations are coordinated through AOS. Share your current treatment plan and referring clinician’s details so the team can include them in planning.
Beyond Clinical Practice
Research, education & professional background
His published work includes research on the relationship between orthognathic movements and perceived facial appearance in cleft lip and palate. His service background includes Exchange for Smiles and collaboration in international cleft care.
Explore the Background
Professional profiles & supporting sources
Explore hospital and professional listings, educational records, and original publications. Each link explains the background it provides; training records and publications describe the period in which they were issued.
Professional profiles
- Texas Children’s Hospital provider profile
Lists ABO certification, craniofacial fellowship training, and clinical work.
Academic appointments
- Baylor College of Medicine faculty profile
Lists Ryan James Cody as Instructor in TCH Plastic Surgery.
Hospital teams
- Texas Children’s craniofacial team
Names Dr. Cody among the craniofacial orthodontists.
Education & service
- University of North Carolina — Exchange for Smiles
University feature documenting Dr. Cody’s cleft-care service work.
Research & publications
- Orthognathic movements and facial appearance — PubMed
Lists Dr. Cody as a coauthor of a study in patients with cleft lip and palate.
Board verification
- American Board of Orthodontics locator
Board-certified orthodontist lookup; search the clinician’s name.
Video & social
- Exchange for Smiles on YouTube
Video documenting the Exchange for Smiles service program.
Related care & next steps
How do I request an evaluation with Dr. Cody?
Contact AOS or use the evaluation request form. The team will confirm the appropriate clinician, location, and appointment availability.
Can my existing dentist or orthodontist stay involved?
Yes. AOS coordinates with referring clinicians. Tell the team who is already involved so records, treatment sequencing, and follow-up can be coordinated.
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A plan built around your needs.
Tell our team what you would like to address. We’ll help coordinate the appropriate evaluation and next step.
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