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Best Braces Dentists in El Centro, CA (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall for braces: Berenji Golnar S DDS, ranked #1 of 29 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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29 El Centro clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 2 open Saturdays. None list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 braces dentists in El Centro at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in El Centro at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Berenji Golnar S DDS67
2Clock Tower Dental Care67
3Dr. D. Brooks Hatori67
4Dr. David Park67
5Dr. Jerry M. Chalupnik, DDS67
6Dr. Juan I. Vigil, DDS67
7Dr. Pranab K. Dutt67
8Dr. Richard Gutierrez67
9Gisela Mora67
10Innercare - El Centro67

The 29 best braces dentists in El Centro, 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.

  10. #10 Innercare - El Centro

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for braces in El Centro 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 Innercare - El CentroFull profile
    In their words

    Clinicas de Salud del Pueblo has officially changed its name to Innercare. Innercare is a name that defines our model of care, putting patients at the forefront and building stronger relationships between patients and their clinical care teams. While our name has changed, our commitment to the communities in which we serve remains dedicated to providing excellent health care to all.

    From Innercare - El Centro's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 Nasrin Jahangiri Haghighi DDS

    444 S 8th St F, El Centro, CA 92243

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for braces in El Centro: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–4 PM · Tue–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Nasrin Jahangiri Haghighi DDSFull profile(760) 353-0084

  19. #19 Western Dental & Orthodontics

    1450 N Imperial Ave, El Centro, CA 92243, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for braces in El Centro: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Western Dental & OrthodonticsFull profile(760) 679-5048
    In their words

    We make high quality dental care convenient and affordable at our Western Dental office located near you. Our friendly and experienced dental professionals provide a wide range of family dental services including orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry and emergency dental care. Our general dentists, specialists and hygienists are all under one roof. Which means that treatment for implants, braces, or periodontal care can take place in the same office. Here, we gladly treat…

    From Western Dental & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Khorsand Dental Group

    2026 N Imperial Ave B, El Centro, CA 92243

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in El Centro 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 Khorsand Dental GroupFull profile(760) 394-3082
    In their words

    The Khorsand Dental Group standard is to always exceed all expectations with a guarantee on all workmanship and patient satisfaction. All work done under one roof with the absolute state of the art and latest technological breakthroughs in Dentistry. We have been voted the best dentist in the Imperial Valley by the readers of IV-Press, 5star google and Yelp reviewed. Our mission is to be the best at what we do and to provide the absolute best maxillofacial and dental care…

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

  22. #22 Southwest Dental Group

    1502 S La Brucherie Rd, El Centro, CA 92243, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in El Centro 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 7 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Southwest Dental GroupFull profile(760) 482-5505

  23. #23 Imperial Kids Dental

    1523 Main St suite #108, El Centro, CA 92243

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for braces in El Centro 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–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Imperial Kids DentalFull profile(760) 332-4030

  24. #24 Randal W. Miles, DDS

    333 S 8th St, El Centro, CA 92243

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in El Centro 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–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Randal W. Miles, DDSFull profile(760) 352-1371

  25. #25 Innercare - El Centro Dental

    852 E Danenberg Dr, El Centro, CA 92243

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in El Centro 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 7 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Innercare - El Centro DentalFull profile(760) 879-0990
    In their words

    Clinicas de Salud del Pueblo has officially changed its name to Innercare. Innercare is a name that defines our model of care, putting patients at the forefront and building stronger relationships between patients and their clinical care teams. While our name has changed, our commitment to the communities in which we serve remains dedicated to providing excellent health care to all.

    From Innercare - El Centro Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 29 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #29, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Aghaloo Javad DDS33
27Imperial Valley Dental Practice: Kelley Georgene T DDS33
28Desert Family Dentistry33
29Thomas G. Acierno, D.D.S33

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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 El Centro's 29 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in El Centro

How much do braces cost in El Centro?

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

How much do braces cost in El Centro?
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 El Centro

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 El Centro braces dentists

We scored 29 El Centro clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 El Centro 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 El Centro: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in El Centro?

Berenji Golnar S DDS ranks #1 of 29 El Centro clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Clock Tower 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 El Centro, CA?

Braces in El Centro 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 El Centro do braces?

Yes. None of the 29 El Centro 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 El Centro braces dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 29 El Centro clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Nasrin Jahangiri Haghighi DDS and Western Dental & 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 El Centro?

29 El Centro clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for El Centro

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 31 clinics.

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