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Best Braces Dentists in California, MD (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall for braces: Neal A. Zabiegalski, D.D.S., P.C., ranked #1 of 9 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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9 California clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens after 6pm. None list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 9 braces dentists in California at a glance

Top 9 braces dentists in California at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Neal A. Zabiegalski, D.D.S., P.C.73
2Amit Khanna67
3Dr. Wendell K. Gardner, DDS67
4Pediatric Dentist in California, MD - Smile Castle Pediatric Dentistry67
5Saidha Vandana DDS67
6Schneider Orthodontics47
7Smile Castle Pediatric Dentistry37
8Southern Maryland Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery33
9Dr. Emma Galvan, DDS33

The 9 best braces dentists in California, 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.

  4. #4 Pediatric Dentist in California, MD - Smile Castle Pediatric Dentistry

    23076 Three Notch Rd, California, MD 20619

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for braces in California on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Pediatric Dentist in California, MD - Smile Castle Pediatric DentistryFull profile(240) 349-5000

  6. #6 Schneider Orthodontics

    23415 Three Notch Rd #2003, California, MD 20619

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for braces in California: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–3 PM · Tue 11 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Schneider OrthodonticsFull profile(301) 862-4424

  7. #7 Smile Castle Pediatric Dentistry

    23076 Three Notch Rd #203, California, MD 20619

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for braces in California 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 9 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Smile Castle Pediatric DentistryFull profile(240) 349-5000

  8. #8 Southern Maryland Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

    22888 Three Notch Rd #101, California, MD 20619, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for braces in California 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–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Southern Maryland Oral & Maxillofacial SurgeryFull profile(301) 863-8107

  9. #9 Dr. Emma Galvan, DDS

    23192 Three Notch Rd, California, MD 20619, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for braces in California 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 8 AM–4:30 PM · Wed 7 AM–2 PM · Thu 8 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Emma Galvan, DDSFull profile(301) 862-2231

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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.

None of California's 9 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in California

How much do braces cost in California?

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

How much do braces cost in California?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$3,600–$8,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland—
Ceramic braces$4,800–$9,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland—
Self-ligating braces$4,200–$9,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland—
Lingual braces$9,600–$14,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland—

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

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 California braces dentists

We scored 9 California clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. Google ratings are not yet collected, so each score is renormalised over the factors we measured. 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 California data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingNot yet collected
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumNot yet collected
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
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 California: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in California?

Neal A. Zabiegalski, D.D.S., P.C. ranks #1 of 9 California clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Amit Khanna 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 California, MD?

Braces in California typically costs $3,600–$8,400 USD. By type: metal braces $3,600–$8,400; ceramic braces $4,800–$9,600; self-ligating braces $4,200–$9,600. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in California do braces?

Yes. None of the 9 California clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data, so general dentists there typically provide it. 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 Maryland?

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 California?

9 California clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for California

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 9 clinics.

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