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Best Braces Dentists in Eureka, CA (2026)

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

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  1. 1

    Best overall for braces: Balgowlah Dental clinic, ranked #1 of 43 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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43 Eureka clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens 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 Eureka at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Eureka at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Balgowlah Dental clinic73
2Humboldt Smiles73
3Pentecost Timothy DDS73
4Agnew I Leonard DDS67
5American Academy-Pediatric67
6Barrena Kathy67
7Castiglione Zachery J DDS67
8Dr. Vui Bui, DDS67
9Eureka Dental Center67
10Eureka Dental Labs67

The 43 best braces dentists in Eureka, 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 Pentecost Timothy DDS

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for braces in Eureka 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 Pentecost Timothy DDSFull profile
    In their words

    Eureka Famiy Dentist Timothy Pentecost, DDS. Our practice represents the 2-3% of dentists in the United States who have made a commitment to practice in a free environment. You are free to choose us or not. We are free to choose the best treatment plan that is consistent with your needs, wants and values. This is no idle, passive statement because we do not believe patients involved with HMOs, PPOs, and capitation systems are free.

    From Pentecost Timothy DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Burre Dental Center: Gutierrez Alexis J DDS

    959 Myrtle Avenue, Eureka, CA 95501, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Eureka: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 6:45 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sat 7:45 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Burre Dental Center: Gutierrez Alexis J DDSFull profile(707) 442-7078

  25. #25 Premiere Maxillofacial Surgeons

    3132 Harrison Ave, Eureka, CA 95503, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Eureka 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 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Premiere Maxillofacial SurgeonsFull profile(707) 442-1775

All 43 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #43, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Hilgers, James DDS37
27Victoria Place Dental Center37
28Kukhwa Ryu DDS37
29Humboldt Orthodontics : Dr. Gabriel Enriquez DDS MS - Eureka37
30Euna Joy, DDS37
31Jeffery Holland DDS37
32Karla Z. Roman, DMD, Inc37
33Darla D Dale, BSDH, RDHAP Dental Hygienist37
34Bautista Sonia R DDS37
35Eureka Community Health & Wellness Center33
36Dr. K Elloway & Dr. B Wonenberg33
37Wolven Richard F DDS33
38Humboldt Endodontics, Dental Practice, R. Joseph Weibert, D.M.D.33
39Wolven Jason F DDS33
40Dr. Felines H. Tipton, DDS33
41Dr. Howard L. Hunt, DDS33
42Tipton Dental33
43Humboldt Del Norte Dental Society33

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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 Eureka's 43 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Eureka

How much do braces cost in Eureka?

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

How much do braces cost in Eureka?
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 Eureka

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 Eureka braces dentists

We scored 43 Eureka 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 Eureka 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 Eureka: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Eureka?

Balgowlah Dental clinic ranks #1 of 43 Eureka clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Humboldt Smiles 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 Eureka, CA?

Braces in Eureka 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 Eureka do braces?

Yes. None of the 43 Eureka 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 Eureka braces dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 43 Eureka clinics offering braces lists Saturday hours, including Burre Dental Center: Gutierrez Alexis J DDS. 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 Eureka?

43 Eureka clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Eureka

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 47 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.

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