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Best Braces Dentists in Costa Mesa, CA (2026)

48 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 8 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for braces: Coastal Smiles, ranked #1 of 48 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 130 Google reviews, Saturday hours.

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    Best specialist (orthodontist): Okamoto Orthodontics, an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, 5 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

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48 Costa Mesa clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 8 list an orthodontist and 16 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 8 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Costa Mesa at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Costa Mesa at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Coastal Smiles79Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (130)—
2Okamoto Orthodontics78Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (21)5
3Bekmezian Orthodontics77Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (22)12
4Newport-Mesa Orthodontics & Family Dentistry77Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (252)3
5Lollipop Dental75Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (1,128)—
6Costa Mesa Square Family Dental73———
7Newport Smiles Dental Spa68Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (103)—
8Coastal Dental Group: Lin John E DDS67———
9Dr. Anthony Cao67———
10Dr. Mark Nguyen67———

The 48 best braces dentists in Costa Mesa, 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 Narita Family Dental

    1530 Baker St #B, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for braces in Costa Mesa: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–8:30 PM · Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–8:30 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Narita Family DentalFull profile(714) 850-0505

  17. #17 Advanced Dental Care

    3033 Bristol St Unit 103, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for braces in Costa Mesa: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Advanced Dental CareFull profile(714) 424-9099
    In their words

    Advanced Dental Care is the home of Dr. Jeremy Jorgenson, a top-rated dentist in Costa Mesa. Always accepting New Patients! We are in-network with PPO dental insurances and offer special discount plans for those with no dental insurance. Specializing in family and cosmetic dentistry - dental cleanings, scaling and root planing, laser dentistry, dental crowns and bridges, root canals, dental implants, wisdom teeth removal, Invisalign, dental veneers, teeth whitening, IV…

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

  18. #18 Brighter Smile Dental

    2200 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for braces in Costa Mesa: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9:30 AM–6:30 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–1 PM · Thu 9:30 AM–6:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat 9:30 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Brighter Smile DentalFull profile(949) 646-1650

  19. #19 Harbor Mesa Dental Care: Sanacore Jeff C DDS

    1525 Mesa Verde Dr E #105, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for braces in Costa Mesa: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–4 PM · Tue 7 AM–5 PM · Wed 7 AM–4 PM · Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri 7 AM–2 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Harbor Mesa Dental Care: Sanacore Jeff C DDSFull profile(714) 825-0025

  20. #20 Dazzling Smile Dental Group

    204 E 17th St #201, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for braces in Costa Mesa: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dazzling Smile Dental GroupFull profile(949) 674-5333
    In their words

    Dazzling Smile Dental Group offers the best dental treatments with state-of-the-art technology at the lowest price. Dr. Nguyen's team of professionals has 15 years of experience in the field. We provide general cosmetic dentistry such as; facial enhancement, orthopedics, veneers, implants for emergency surgical procedures and specialized services, among other things. We specialize in dental sedation for adults and children. Our goal is to protect and maintain your beautiful…

    From Dazzling Smile Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Clinica Dental & Frenos

    Costa Mesa Street, 181 E 18th St suite #D, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Costa Mesa: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu closed · Fri–Sat 7 PM–11 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Clinica Dental & FrenosFull profile(949) 548-3384

  24. #24 Dentistry At Its Finest - Dental care: Costa Mesa

    1202 Bristol St #120, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Costa Mesa: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–7 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5:10 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dentistry At Its Finest - Dental care: Costa MesaFull profile(949) 239-0020
    In their words

    Dentistry At Its Finest is your dental home in Costa Mesa, CA. Dr. Michael Ayzin and staff are here to assist you in a process of achieving the beautiful, healthy smile you have always wanted, by offering the latest in dental technology, materials, and procedures and providing you with all the options available. Our dentist in Costa Mesa, CA offers a full scope of general and cosmetic dentistry, from porcelain veneers to Invisalign orthodontics and complete smile makeovers.…

    From Dentistry At Its Finest - Dental care: Costa Mesa's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 48 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #48, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Millennium Dental47Sat
27Mesa Dental Center47Evenings
28Bay Mesa Dental43Sat
29Shhebar Tammam DDS43Sat
30Western Dental & Orthodontics43Sat
31Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics43Sat
32SoCal Smiles Dentistry43Evenings
33Bassiri Koroush DDS37
34De Leon Dentistry37
35Gentle Dental Costa Mesa37
36South Coast Dental Specialists37
37Atrium Cosmetic & Family Dentistry - Costa Mesa37
38Pacific Harbor Dental Group and Orthodontics37
39Smiles4OC37
40Dentist in Costa Mesa | Newport Dental Group37
41Susan Millar Dental37
42Coastal Family Dental37
43Sukut Dental37
44Orange And Magnolia Dental Studio37
45Newport Bay Dental37
46The Loft Dental Studio37
47Cheri Harris Dental Center37
48Dr. John Nguyen 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.

8 of Costa Mesa's 48 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Costa Mesa

How much do braces cost in Costa Mesa?

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

How much do braces cost in Costa Mesa?
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 Costa Mesa

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 Costa Mesa braces dentists

We scored 48 Costa Mesa clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Costa Mesa 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 Costa Mesa: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Costa Mesa?

Coastal Smiles ranks #1 of 48 Costa Mesa clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 130 Google reviews. Okamoto Orthodontics ranks #2 (an orthodontist on staff). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an orthodontist on staff.

How much do braces cost in Costa Mesa, CA?

Braces in Costa Mesa 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 Costa Mesa do braces?

Yes. 40 of the 48 Costa Mesa clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 8 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 Costa Mesa braces dentists are open on Saturday?

16 of 48 Costa Mesa clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Coastal Smiles, Lollipop Dental and Narita Family Dental. 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 Costa Mesa?

48 Costa Mesa clinics list braces in our data. 8 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Coastal Smiles and Okamoto Orthodontics. 16 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 8 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Costa Mesa

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 78 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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