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Best Braces Dentists in Altadena, CA (2026)

9 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 1 orthodontist0 paid placementsHow we rank →

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    Best overall for braces: Summit Dental Arts, ranked #1 of 9 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 792 Google reviews.

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9 Altadena clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 lists an orthodontist and 1 opens after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 9 braces dentists in Altadena at a glance

Top 9 braces dentists in Altadena at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)
1Summit Dental Arts80Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (792)
2Dr. James Malouf67——
3Natalie Derboghossians67——
4Altadental Dental Office47——
5Dr. Bethany Kum, DDS37——
6Greenberg Orthodontics & TMJ37——
7Richard J. Walicki, DMD -- Associate Dentist at Mint Dental Loft37——
8Dr. Nina Fridman, DDS37——
9Dr. David Campbell, DDS33——

The 9 best braces dentists in Altadena, ranked

Ordered by service score: the DR Score plus bonuses for a specialist on staff, reviews that mention the service and same-day care where it applies.

  6. #6 Greenberg Orthodontics & TMJ

    2035 Lake Ave, Altadena, CA 91001

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for braces in Altadena on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 7 AM–4 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Greenberg Orthodontics & TMJFull profile(626) 798-7645

  7. #7 Richard J. Walicki, DMD -- Associate Dentist at Mint Dental Loft

    2095 Lincoln Ave #201, Altadena, CA 91001

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for braces in Altadena on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Tue 7:30 AM–3:30 PM · Wed 10 AM–6 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Richard J. Walicki, DMD -- Associate Dentist at Mint Dental LoftFull profile(626) 639-8618

  8. #8 Dr. Nina Fridman, DDS

    747 E Altadena Dr, Altadena, CA 91001

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for braces in Altadena on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–4 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Nina Fridman, DDSFull profile(626) 808-0192

  9. #9 Dr. David Campbell, DDS

    1955 Lake Ave, Altadena, CA 91001, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for braces in Altadena on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–3 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9:30 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. David Campbell, DDSFull profile(626) 795-8628

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What are braces?

Braces straighten teeth and correct bite problems using brackets bonded to the teeth and a wire that applies steady pressure. Options include metal, ceramic (tooth-coloured) and lingual braces placed behind the teeth. Treatment usually lasts 18–36 months.

Braces: specialist or general dentist?

Orthodontists provide most braces treatment and have 2–3 extra years of training in tooth and jaw alignment. Some general dentists offer braces for simpler cases. Complex bites and jaw growth problems are usually best handled by an orthodontist.

1 of Altadena's 9 clinics offering braces has an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Altadena

How much do braces cost in Altadena?

Typical ranges in USD for Altadena, CA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do braces cost in Altadena?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$4,200–$9,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Ceramic braces$5,600–$11,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Self-ligating braces$4,900–$11,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Lingual braces$11,200–$16,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full braces cost guide for Altadena

What to expect from braces

Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.

Braces: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visitsA consultation, a fitting visit, then adjustments every 4–8 weeks
Chair timeAbout 1–2 hours to fit; adjustments take 15–30 minutes
RecoverySoreness for a few days after fitting and after adjustments
When to see a specialistMost braces cases, and always for jaw growth issues, severe crowding or bite problems

How we ranked Altadena braces dentists

We scored 9 Altadena clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured clinics are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Altadena data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsMeasured
Access15%Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patientsMeasured
Services10%Services offered out of 17Measured
Profile completeness5%Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photosMeasured

Braces in Altadena: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Altadena?

Summit Dental Arts ranks #1 of 9 Altadena clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 792 Google reviews. Dr. James Malouf ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an orthodontist on staff.

How much do braces cost in Altadena, CA?

Braces in Altadena typically costs $4,200–$9,800 USD. By type: metal braces $4,200–$9,800; ceramic braces $5,600–$11,200; self-ligating braces $4,900–$11,200. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Altadena do braces?

Yes. 8 of the 9 Altadena clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 1 lists an orthodontist on staff. Typical reasons to see an orthodontist: most braces cases, and always for jaw growth issues, severe crowding or bite problems.

Are braces covered by insurance or Medicaid in California?

Dental plans with orthodontic benefits often cover part of braces for children, commonly up to a lifetime maximum. Adult coverage is less common. Medicaid covers braces for children only when medically necessary. Check your plan.

Do braces hurt?

Getting braces fitted is usually not painful. Most patients feel soreness for a few days afterward and after each adjustment, which over-the-counter pain relief often manages. Brackets can rub the cheeks at first, and orthodontic wax helps.

How many dentists offer braces in Altadena?

9 Altadena clinics list braces in our data. 1 of them lists an orthodontist on staff. They include Summit Dental Arts. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Altadena

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 13 clinics.

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