3 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 3 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →
Best overall for braces: Sunny Smiles Kids Dentistry & Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 3 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 4.8★ from 583 Google reviews, 3 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.
Best specialist (orthodontist): Del Mar View Dental Care, an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 175 Google reviews.
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3 Del Mar clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 3 list an orthodontist and 2 open Saturdays.
| Rank | Clinic | Service score | Specialist on staff | Rating (reviews) | Reviews mentioning braces |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sunny Smiles Kids Dentistry & Orthodontics | 81 | Yes (orthodontist) | 4.8★ (583) | 3 |
| 2 | Del Mar View Dental Care | 78 | Yes (orthodontist) | 5.0★ (175) | — |
| 3 | Del Mar Laser Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics | 68 | Yes (orthodontist) | 4.3★ (12) | 1 |
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.
Ranked #1 for braces in Del Mar
12835 Pointe Del Mar Way #2, Del Mar, CA 92014
Ranked #1 for braces in Del Mar: an orthodontist on staff; 4.8★ from 583 Google reviews.
13983 Mango Dr #101, Del Mar, CA 92014
Ranked #2 for braces in Del Mar: an orthodontist on staff; 5.0★ from 175 Google reviews.
13983 Mango Dr #106, Del Mar, CA 92014
Ranked #3 for braces in Del Mar: an orthodontist on staff; 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews.
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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.
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 Del Mar's 3 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Del Mar
Typical ranges in USD for Del Mar, CA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.
| Type | Typical range (USD) | Basis | As of |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | $4,200–$9,800 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California | — |
| Ceramic braces | $5,600–$11,200 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California | — |
| Self-ligating braces | $4,900–$11,200 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California | — |
| Lingual braces | $11,200–$16,800 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California | — |
Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full braces cost guide for Del Mar
Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.
| Fact | Typically |
|---|---|
| Typical visits | A consultation, a fitting visit, then adjustments every 4–8 weeks |
| Chair time | About 1–2 hours to fit; adjustments take 15–30 minutes |
| Recovery | Soreness for a few days after fitting and after adjustments |
| When to see a specialist | Most braces cases, and always for jaw growth issues, severe crowding or bite problems |
We scored 3 Del Mar clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.
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| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Del Mar data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 45% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Review volume | 15% | log10(review count) against the city maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews in the last 12 months | Measured |
| Access | 15% | Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patients | Measured |
| Services | 10% | Services offered out of 17 | Measured |
| Profile completeness | 5% | Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photos | Measured |