Dr. Leighton Wood is an orthodontist with offices in Kingsport and Johnson City, TN and Bristol, VA. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from Middle Tennessee State University and his dental degree from the University of Tennessee. His orthodontic residency and Master of Science degree were completed at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He retired in the rank of full Colonel from the United States Air Force after 20 years service as an orthodontist and an orthodontic educator.
Dr. Wood is Board Certified by the American Board of Orthodontics and is a member of the College of Diplomates of the American Board of Orthodontics, the American Association of Orthodontists, and the American Dental Association.
Dr. Wood is one of the most experienced and leading providers in the Tri-Cities area of Invisalign® and Invisalign Teen™ clear aligners. He was recognized by Invisalign as a Premier Elite Provider, meaning he has treated over 700 Invisalign cases and starts about 150 new cases each year. He is the only Elite Provider and the largest Invisalign Teen provider in the area.
Dr. Wood was born and raised in middle Tennessee. He and his wife Stephanie have three sons, Joey (married to Cameron with grand daughter Sophia), Josh, and Luke, and three daughters, Teagan, Cassidy, and Cameryn. He is very active in local youth, high school, and college sports. Dr. Wood is also very involved with Revolution Dance and Gymnastics Studio, co-owned by his wife. The Wood family members are also active in their church.
