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Best Braces Dentists in Cathedral City, CA (2026)

33 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

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    Best overall for braces: Palm Canyon Dental Office, ranked #1 of 33 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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33 Cathedral City clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 5 open Saturdays and 3 open after 6pm. None list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 braces dentists in Cathedral City at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Cathedral City at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Palm Canyon Dental Office73
2Sobero Ana M DDS73
3SouthWest Dental73
4Stonewall Medical Center73
5Walter Snow, DDS73
6Urgent Care Dentistry67
7avaa dental67
8Dental Arts Bldg.67
9Dr. Ayman K. El Raheb, DDS67
10Dr. Carl A. Pizzuti, DDS67

The 33 best braces dentists in Cathedral City, 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.

  3. #3 SouthWest Dental

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for braces in Cathedral City 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

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    In their words

    SouthWest Dental has been providing families in Cathedral City with friendly, comprehensive dental care since 1990. We specialize in dentistry including Invisalign, dentures and denture repair, crowns, fillings, conventional implants, mini implants, etc.

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

  4. #4 Stonewall Medical Center

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for braces in Cathedral City 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

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    In their words

    Stonewall Medical Center provides quality and compassionate healthcare to the LGBTQ+ community and general patient population in the Coachella Valley. Our infectious disease specialists focus on patients with HIV/AIDS, hepatitis B and C, and STIs. In addition, most of our specialists are able to provide transgender healthcare. We also provide PrEP and PEP as prevention to HIV, behavioral health, and dental services to the LGBTQ+ population. Stonewall Medical Center is part…

    From Stonewall Medical Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 M&I DENTAL LAB

    34400 Date Palm Dr suite q, Cathedral City, CA 92234, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for braces in Cathedral City: Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–12 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at M&I DENTAL LABFull profile(760) 847-6431
    In their words

    M&I Dental Lab is based in Cathedral City, CA. We are a family owned dental laboratory providing you with removable full and partial dentures. We are known for our consistent and uncompromising standards, and that applies to every single case that comes through our door. No matter the complexity or the scope of the restoration, our highly trained team of experts is available to help you make the right choice in creating the greatest quality of work. Our lab provides a…

    From M&I DENTAL LAB's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Low Cost Health Clinics

    31755 Date Palm Dr STE M, Cathedral City, CA 92234, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Cathedral City: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Low Cost Health ClinicsFull profile(760) 770-3399

  24. #24 Desert Dental Alternatives

    69450 Ramon Rd, Cathedral City, CA 92234

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Cathedral City 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–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Desert Dental AlternativesFull profile(760) 324-4450
    In their words

    Led by Cathedral City dentist Bruno Lemay, DDS, Desert Dental Alternatives offers comprehensive dentistry including smile makeovers, mini dental implants, dentures, & more! When you visit our office, your smile is our top priority. We strive to provide you with the most comprehensive treatment planning and modern dental care available in hopes of making certain that your smile gives you the comfort that total oral health demands. Contact us today to schedule an appointment!

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

  25. #25 Desert Family Dental Office

    34481 Date Palm Dr suite e, Cathedral City, CA 92234

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Cathedral City 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 Desert Family Dental OfficeFull profile(760) 324-5071

All 33 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #33, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Dr. Ruben Mendez, DDS37
27Dr. Perri S. Putrasahan, DDS33
28Eisenhower Health Center at Cathedral City - North33
29Eisenhower Primary Care - Cathedral City33
30EJ Dental33
31Precision Dentistry33
32Santo Tomas Dental Group: Joe Sooho DDS33
33Affordable Dental Care33

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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 Cathedral City's 33 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Cathedral City

How much do braces cost in Cathedral City?

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

How much do braces cost in Cathedral City?
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 Cathedral City

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 Cathedral City braces dentists

We scored 33 Cathedral City clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 duplicate listings). 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 Cathedral City 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 Cathedral City: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Cathedral City?

Palm Canyon Dental Office ranks #1 of 33 Cathedral City clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Sobero Ana M DDS 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 Cathedral City, CA?

Braces in Cathedral City 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 Cathedral City do braces?

Yes. None of the 33 Cathedral City 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 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 Cathedral City braces dentists are open on Saturday?

5 of 33 Cathedral City clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Urgent Care Dentistry, M&I DENTAL LAB and Cathedral Medical Clinic. 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 Cathedral City?

33 Cathedral City clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 5 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Cathedral City

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 38 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.

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