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Best Braces Dentists in Berkeley, CA (2026)

45 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 3 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for braces: Dentricity Dental - Berkeley, ranked #1 of 45 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews, Saturday hours.

  2. 8

    Best specialist (orthodontist): Berkeley Orthodontics: Telegraph Ave Office, an orthodontist on staff, 4.6★ from 51 Google reviews, 3 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

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45 Berkeley clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 3 list an orthodontist and 9 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Berkeley at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Berkeley at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Dentricity Dental - Berkeley73Yes (orthodontist)4.4★ (14)—
2Berkeley Free Clinic: Dental Section73———
3Dr. Vivian Lopez, DDS73———
4Dr. William Tennant, DDS73———
5Mission Dental73———
6Sligner73———
7Solano Sleep Martin L. Goldman, DDS73———
8Berkeley Orthodontics: Telegraph Ave Office71Yes (orthodontist)4.6★ (51)3
9Steven J Baldwin, DDS69Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (13)—
10Dr. Allan Sio DDS67———

The 45 best braces dentists in Berkeley, 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.

  16. #16 Total Health Dental Care Welcome Center

    3085 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for braces in Berkeley: Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–5 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Total Health Dental Care Welcome CenterFull profile(510) 495-1075
    In their words

    Our dental offices are 100% Covid prepared! Best Bay Area dentistry 7 days a week for a healthy smile! Our team of dental hygienists, dentists and dental specialists (orthodontists, endodontists, oral surgeons and periodontists) use the latest state-of-the-art technology for premium dental care: dental cleanings, orthodontics, Invisalign, oral surgery, periodontics, teeth whitening, holistic dental care, emergency and urgent dental care, dental implants, same-day crowns and…

    From Total Health Dental Care Welcome Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 Berkeley Smiles

    2430 Webster St, Berkeley, CA 94705

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for braces in Berkeley: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Wed 7:30 AM–4 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–12 PM · Sat 7:30 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Berkeley SmilesFull profile(510) 843-4550

  22. #22 Aloha Pediatric Dentistry

    2640 Telegraph Ave suite 101, Berkeley, CA 94704

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Berkeley: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aloha Pediatric DentistryFull profile(510) 848-6494
    In their words

    At Aloha Pediatric Dentistry in Berkeley, it is our mission to provide high quality pediatric dental care to children and adolescents in a safe, comfortable, and caring environment. Our group practice focuses on the early prevention of dental issues in order to help educate and establish optimal dental health for a lifetime of bright and happy smiles. We seek to introduce children to the world of dentistry in a cheerful and fun environment in which many of our patients truly…

    From Aloha Pediatric Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Channing Dental

    2240 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA 94704, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Berkeley 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–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Channing DentalFull profile(510) 845-6494
    In their words

    Welcome to Channing Dental, we are excited to help you with all your oral health needs, including, dental cleanings, dental sealants, teeth whitening, dental implants, and more. We are located on Channing Way in Berkeley, California, which means we can conveniently accept patients from all over the region. Serving our community since 1941, our friendly and knowledgeable staff strive to provide the highest level of dental support possible to ensure our patients achieve…

    From Channing Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 45 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #45, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Jun Park, DDS37
27Lauren Yasuda Rainey, DDS - Berkeley Dentist37
28Your Dental Story - Dentists in Berkeley CA37
29Dr. Erwin Yeh DDS37
30Ashby Dental in Elmwood37
31Dr. Sandor Hites, DDS37
32Dr. Sonja K. Garden, DDS37
33Berkeley Hills Dentistry37
34Eric S. Citron, D.D.S.37
35Transcendentist37
36Berkeley Dental Group37
37Refresh Dental37
38Phillip H. Saddler DDS37
39Berkeley Dental Studio37
40Berkeley Hills Dental Care33
41Dr. Barry R. Liu, DDS33
42LifeLong Dental Care33
43Dr. Simarjit Singh33
44James T. White, DDS33
45Katherine Quist, DDS33

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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.

3 of Berkeley's 45 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Berkeley

How much do braces cost in Berkeley?

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

How much do braces cost in Berkeley?
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 Berkeley

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 Berkeley braces dentists

We scored 45 Berkeley clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 3 were excluded (3 duplicate listings). 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 Berkeley 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 Berkeley: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Berkeley?

Dentricity Dental - Berkeley ranks #1 of 45 Berkeley clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews. Berkeley Free Clinic: Dental Section 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 Berkeley, CA?

Braces in Berkeley 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 Berkeley do braces?

Yes. 42 of the 45 Berkeley clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 3 list 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.

Which Berkeley braces dentists are open on Saturday?

9 of 45 Berkeley clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Dentricity Dental - Berkeley, Steven J Baldwin, DDS and Berkeley Dental & Lab. Hours come from each clinic's listing; check with the clinic before you go, since holiday and summer hours can change.

How many dentists offer braces in Berkeley?

45 Berkeley clinics list braces in our data. 3 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Dentricity Dental - Berkeley and Berkeley Orthodontics: Telegraph Ave Office. 9 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Berkeley

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 95 clinics.
  2. : 3 duplicate listings merged.

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