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Best Braces Dentists in Castro Valley, CA (2026)

46 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 4 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for braces: Allure Family Dentistry, ranked #1 of 46 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

  2. 9

    Best specialist (orthodontist): Oak Ridge Dental - Castro Valley, an orthodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 89 Google reviews.

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46 Castro Valley clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 4 list an orthodontist and 1 opens Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 4 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Castro Valley at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Castro Valley at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)
1Allure Family Dentistry73——
2Castro Valley Dental Care73——
3Castro Valley Dentistry Anju Aneja DDS73——
4David MacKenzie, DDS73——
5Dr. Alan Tanisawa, DDS73——
6Marc Chhina, DDS73——
7Shimane Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: Casey K. Shimane, DDS, PC73——
8Valley View Dental, Kiran khemani DDS73——
9Oak Ridge Dental - Castro Valley73Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (89)
10Castro Valley Advantage Dental73Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (687)

The 46 best braces dentists in Castro Valley, 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.

  2. #2 Castro Valley Dental Care

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for braces in Castro Valley 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 Castro Valley Dental CareFull profile
    In their words

    We are a unique, high-tech dental office that provides excellence in cosmetic, restorative and implant dentistry. We bring art and science together to improve the lives of our clients. Using the latest in advanced dental technology, we create dazzling smiles that brighten your life

    From Castro Valley Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  3. #3 Castro Valley Dentistry Anju Aneja DDS

    22233 Redwood Rd, Castro Valley, CA 94546, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for braces in Castro Valley 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 Castro Valley Dentistry Anju Aneja DDSFull profile(510) 582-7122
    In their words

    Castro Valley Dentistry provides high quality general, preventive, and cosmetic dental services to patients in Castro Valley, CA and the surrounding areas, including teeth whitening, dental cleanings, extractions, fillings, root canal therapy, crowns, dentures, and more. Our friendly dentist, Dr. Anju Aneja, goes out of her way to make every patient feel comfortable during their appointment.

    From Castro Valley Dentistry Anju Aneja DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  4. #4 David MacKenzie, DDS

    20265 Lake Chabot Rd, Castro Valley, CA 94546

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for braces in Castro Valley 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 David MacKenzie, DDSFull profile(510) 881-8010
    In their words

    Dr. David MacKenzie is committed to patient comfort and has spent years studying and becoming certified in dental sedation techniques. With almost 40 years of experience, you are in knowledgeable hands with Dr. MacKenzie. In addition to sedation dentistry, Dr. MacKenzie offers a variety of treatments, including dental implants, root canals, dentures, teeth whitening, and veneers. You can schedule appointments with Dr. MacKenzie online or by calling the practice.

    From David MacKenzie, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  6. #6 Marc Chhina, DDS

    20265 Lake Chabot Rd, Castro Valley, CA 94546, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for braces in Castro Valley 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 Marc Chhina, DDSFull profile(510) 881-8010
    In their words

    For more than a decade, Dr. Marc Chhina has been treating patients at both the San Leandro and Castro Valley, California offices of Creative Dimensions in Dentistry. He provides expert dental services, including teeth whitening, veneers, crowns, bridges, dental implants, dentures, and more. You can schedule an appointment with Dr. Chhina by calling the practicing or by booking online today.

    From Marc Chhina, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  7. #7 Shimane Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: Casey K. Shimane, DDS, PC

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for braces in Castro Valley 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 Shimane Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: Casey K. Shimane, DDS, PCFull profile
    In their words

    Dr. Shimane is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Board Certified Surgeon) caring for patients in the greater Bay Area. In addition to his private practice, Dr. Shimane is also on-staff at two major trauma centers: Eden Medical Center and Highland General Hospital, where he treats patients with severe facial trauma. Dr. Shimane is certified in Pediatric Advanced Life Support, and is an instructor in Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac…

    From Shimane Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: Casey K. Shimane, DDS, PC's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  8. #8 Valley View Dental, Kiran khemani DDS

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for braces in Castro Valley 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 Valley View Dental, Kiran khemani DDSFull profile
    In their words

    As the owner of Valley View Dental , Dr Khemani is excited to be a part of the Beautiful and Warm community of Castro Valley , Hayward and surrounding areas. Having practiced in the Bay Area for over 18 yrs she is proud to provide her expert and gentle dental services to all her patients. She believes in giving back to the community as seen by her participation in various community events like the East Bay Stand down where she along with her wonderful assistant Holly made a…

    From Valley View Dental, Kiran khemani DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 46 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #46, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Francis F Jower, DDS67
27H. Vincent Lai, D.D.S.67
28Kvikstad Victor R DDS67
29Ladue Family Dentistry67
30Nazish Mir67
31Shimane M Jean DDS67
32Wong Terence C DDS67
33Ted S. Krzywicki, DDS37
34Dr. Monika Dahiya, DMD37
35Mark S. Murphy, DDS37
36Dr Vijay Munagala DDS - Redwood Dental Smiles - Castro Valley, CA37
37Dr. Haritha Tirupathi DDS37
38Simply Smiles, Phoebe Montemayor DDS37
39Redwood Canyon Dentistry37
40Castro Valley Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics33
41Castro Valley Dental Care: Partrite David A DDS33
42Dr. Jennifer N. Young, DDS33
43Dr. Edwin M. Tjan, DDS33
44Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics33
45James M. Wilson DDS33
46Chabot Dental Center33

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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.

4 of Castro Valley's 46 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Castro Valley

How much do braces cost in Castro Valley?

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

How much do braces cost in Castro Valley?
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 Castro Valley

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 Castro Valley braces dentists

We scored 46 Castro Valley clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 4 were excluded (4 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 Castro Valley 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 Castro Valley: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Castro Valley?

Allure Family Dentistry ranks #1 of 46 Castro Valley clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Castro Valley Dental Care 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 Castro Valley, CA?

Braces in Castro Valley 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 Castro Valley do braces?

Yes. 42 of the 46 Castro Valley clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 4 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 Castro Valley braces dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 46 Castro Valley clinics offering braces lists Saturday hours, including Shen and Busquets Orthodontics. 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 Castro Valley?

46 Castro Valley clinics list braces in our data. 4 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Oak Ridge Dental - Castro Valley and Castro Valley Advantage Dental. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 4 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Castro Valley

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 57 clinics.
  2. : 4 duplicate listings merged.

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