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Best Braces Dentists in Downey, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for braces: Paramount Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 57 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 99 Google reviews, 6 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

  2. 2

    Best specialist (orthodontist): Brace Connection, an orthodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 210 Google reviews, 8 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

  3. 21

    Best value: Medicaid accepted: 5D Smiles, accepts Medicaid, same-day appointments.

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57 Downey clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 8 list an orthodontist, 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 28 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 8 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Downey at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Downey at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Paramount Orthodontics82Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (99)6
2Brace Connection78Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (210)8
3Smile Center76Yes (orthodontist)4.3★ (49)1
4Ofir Orthodontics74Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (115)5
5Downey Dental Arts74Yes (orthodontist)4.5★ (583)1
6Orthodontics of Downey72Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (169)—
7Western Dental & Orthodontics72Yes (orthodontist)4.0★ (514)2
8Stucken Invisalign Braces68Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (2)1
9Downey Dentist67———
10A Dental Check Up67———

The 57 best braces dentists in Downey, 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.

  21. #21 5D Smiles

    8500 Florence Ave, Suite 100

    60/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in Downey: same-day appointments; accepts Medicaid.

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

    • Speaks English, Spanish
    • Accepts Medicaid
    • Accepting new patients
    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at 5D SmilesFull profile(562) 512-6636

  22. #22 Downey Promenade Dental Group

    8998 Apollo Way, Downey, CA 90242, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri 7 AM–3 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Downey Promenade Dental GroupFull profile(562) 441-7212
    In their words

    As a Smile Generation Trusted office, we welcome you to Downey Promenade Dental Group! With state-of-the-art infection control procedures in place, our #1 goal is to keep you and your family safe. We provide comprehensive specialty services with advanced, proven technology and offer customized financial solutions for you. We are proud to be your complete Downey dental provider with services including Teledentistry, Same-Day Dental Crowns, Boost Whitening, Oral Surgery,…

    From Downey Promenade Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Charis Dentistry

    10800 Paramount Blvd #207, Downey, CA 90241, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for braces in Downey: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7:30 PM · Tue 9:30 AM–8:30 PM · Wed 10 AM–5 PM · Thu 12 PM–9 PM · Fri 10:21 AM–9:21 PM · Sat 8 AM–3:33 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Charis DentistryFull profile(562) 862-6525

  24. #24 Valley Family Dental Group

    10800 Paramount Blvd Ste 304, Downey, CA 90241, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Downey: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Valley Family Dental GroupFull profile(562) 358-5494
    In their words

    At Valley Family Dental group - your Downey Dentist, you will be greeted by a team of professionals who are passionate about helping you love your smile. We believe that everyone deserves to have a healthy mouth, and we are dedicated to staying on the cutting edge of oral healthcare. Whether you need a routine cleaning, Invisalign, dental implants, veneers or more complex cosmetic dentistry, we will work diligently to provide the high-quality care that you deserve. In…

    From Valley Family Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 360 Dental Specialists

    9944 Lakewood Blvd, Downey, CA 90240

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Downey: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–1 PM · Tue 1 PM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–1 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at 360 Dental SpecialistsFull profile(562) 334-8990

All 57 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #57, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Western Dental: Toomarian W DDS53Evenings · Sat
27Downey Oral Surgery53Evenings · Sat
28Planet Dental53Evenings · Sat
29Dental Masters - Downey53Evenings · Sat
30Rio Hondo Dental Office53Evenings · Sat
31Gallatin Dental Group47Sat
32Dr. Soto The Downey Dentist47Sat
33Downey Dental Center47Sat
34Downey Modern Dentistry47Evenings
35Dr Bina Dental Office47Sat
36DOWNEY FAMILY DENTAL47Sat
37Downey Smile Center47Evenings
38Downey Smiles47Evenings
39Garcia Daniel L DDS47Evenings
40Dr. Samia Ali, DDS - Downey Beautiful Smile - Dentist in Downey CA47Sat
41I am Dentist (Jonah J. Park, DDS)47Sat
42Dr. Richard Lee, DDS47Sat
43Mission Dental Group47Sat
44Family Dental Center43Evenings
45Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics43Sat
46Esperanza Dental & Urgent Medical Care43Sat
47My Downey Family Dentist43Evenings
48Radiant Smiles Dentistry43Sat
49Downey Dental Care43Sat
50Zak Dental - Downey37
51Oscar G. Alcalde D.D.S37
52The Downey Dentist37
53Nicholas S St George DDS37
54Quality Dentistry Downey37
55Amir Sanjabi Dental37
56United Dental Center33
57Dr. Le, Lin and Hoang Dental Office33

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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 Downey's 57 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Downey

How much do braces cost in Downey?

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

How much do braces cost in Downey?
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 Downey

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 Downey braces dentists

We scored 57 Downey 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 Downey 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 Downey: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Downey?

Paramount Orthodontics ranks #1 of 57 Downey clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 99 Google reviews. Brace Connection 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 Downey, CA?

Braces in Downey 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 Downey do braces?

Yes. 49 of the 57 Downey 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. 1 of 57 Downey clinics offering braces lists Medicaid on its profile.

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 Downey braces dentists are open on Saturday?

28 of 57 Downey clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Paramount Orthodontics, Smile Center and Downey Dental Arts. 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 Downey?

57 Downey clinics list braces in our data. 8 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Paramount Orthodontics and Brace Connection. 1 lists sedation options. 28 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 8 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Downey

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 100 clinics.
  2. : 4 duplicate listings merged.

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