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Best Braces Dentists in Huntington Beach, CA (2026)

62 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 9 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for braces: Messenger Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 62 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 221 Google reviews, 6 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

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    Best specialist (orthodontist): HB Kids' Dentistry and Orthodontics, an orthodontist on staff, 4.8★ from 308 Google reviews, 1 of 20 collected reviews mentions braces.

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62 Huntington Beach clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 9 list an orthodontist and 20 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 9 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Huntington Beach at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Huntington Beach at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Messenger Orthodontics81Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (221)6
2HB Kids' Dentistry and Orthodontics77Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (308)1
3Brookhurst Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics - Dr. Beanca Chu, DDS74Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (561)—
4Beachfront Dental73———
5TruSmiles Family Dental73———
6SeaGate Family Dental - Huntington Beach Dentist69Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (127)—
7Oasis Dental Care69Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (20)1
8TMJ, Sleep Apnea, Craniofacial Pain Specialist - Dr. Alice Sun68Yes (orthodontist)4.7★ (35)—
9Dimitri Bizoumis, DDS68Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (30)—
10AltaMed Medical and Dental Group - Huntington Beach67———

The 62 best braces dentists in Huntington Beach, 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 AltaMed Medical and Dental Group - Huntington Beach

    8041 Newman Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647

    67/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for braces in Huntington Beach: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–9 PM · Tue 9 AM–9 PM · Wed 8 AM–9 PM · Thu 9 AM–9 PM · Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–5 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at AltaMed Medical and Dental Group - Huntington BeachFull profile(888) 499-9303

  18. #18 South Beach Dental

    17941 Beach Blvd, Huntington Beach, CA 92647

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for braces in Huntington Beach: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5:20 PM · Tue 9 AM–6:20 PM · Wed 9 AM–7:20 PM · Thu 9 AM–8:20 PM · Fri 9 AM–9:20 PM · Sat 9 AM–10:20 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at South Beach DentalFull profile(714) 848-1411

  20. #20 Adams Ave Dental

    10111 Adams Ave Ste 111, Huntington Beach, CA 92646

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for braces in Huntington Beach: 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 10 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Adams Ave DentalFull profile(714) 963-3555

  21. #21 Diamond Coast Dental

    7812 Warner Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in Huntington Beach: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–6:30 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 9 AM–2 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Diamond Coast DentalFull profile(714) 375-3222
    In their words

    Diamond Coast Dental is a dentist in the Huntington Beach area serving patients with premium quality dental care. As a family dentist committed to caring for the dental needs of every demographic, we offer a full range of dental services from preventative care and standard fillings to complicated root canals, invisible braces, teeth extractions including impacted wisdom teeth removal, cosmetic dentistry, and complete reconstructions.

    From Diamond Coast Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Sunrise Dental

    7777 Edinger Ave #106, Huntington Beach, CA 92647

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 12 PM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 10 AM–5 PM · Fri closed · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Sunrise DentalFull profile(714) 890-1700

  23. #23 Huntington Beach Dental Center

    17692 Beach Blvd STE 310, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Wed 8 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Huntington Beach Dental CenterFull profile(714) 842-5035

  24. #24 Pacifica Dental

    18800 Main St #110b, Huntington Beach, CA 92648, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Huntington Beach: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Pacifica DentalFull profile(714) 848-8211
    In their words

    Pacifica Dental has been called the Huntington Beach Dentist of Choice for patients looking for affordable quality dental care. We offer a range of dental treatments including, dental crowns, Invisalign, braces & dental implants. Our team of hardworking and dedicated individuals who want to see you enjoy your trip to the dentist. We know that visiting the dentist isn’t always fun, but we aim to provide you with the kind of care and compassion that makes visiting us easy.

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

  25. #25 Morning Dental

    5941 Warner Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92649

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Huntington Beach: Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Morning DentalFull profile(714) 242-6009

All 62 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #62, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Seascape Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry - Huntington Beach47Sat
27Seaside Dental Care47Sat
28Smiles Cafe Dentistry47Sat
29Huntington Beach Modern Dentistry47Evenings
30Tsai HB Smiles Dental47Evenings
31Cleopatra Dental - Huntington Beach47Evenings
32Legacy Dental Care47Sat
33Big Dental Group47Evenings
34Huntington Beach Dentistry - Dr. Lina Musleh47Evenings
35Sea Breeze Dental of Huntington Beach47Sat
36Surf City Dental47Sat
37Carewell Dental Inc47Sat
38Dr. Michael Tran43Sat
39Coastline Dental Care43Sat
40Surf City Dentist37
41Beach Dental Group37
42Allure Family Dental & Specialty Group37
43Beach City Dental37
44Cardinal Dental HB37
45California Oral Surgery & Dental Implant Center37
46Ford Dental Group37
47Advanced Dental37
48Harbor Smiles - Dental care: Huntington Beach37
49Harbor Smiles Dental Studio37
50Dentist Huntington Beach CA - Dr. Sam Ayoub, DDS37
51Harbour Dental Family & Cosmetic Dentistry37
52Pacific View Dental Group37
53Center For Oral Health, Dr. Anthony Rassouli37
54Beach Family Cosmetic & General Dentistry37
55Beach Family Cosmetic Dentistry37
56WarnerDale Dental Practice37
57HB Dental37
58Huntington Smile Care37
59Sebastian Gonzales, DDS37
60Dental Associates of Huntington Beach37
61Pierside Dentistry37
62Your Family Dentist, the dental office of Kien 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.

9 of Huntington Beach's 62 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Huntington Beach

How much do braces cost in Huntington Beach?

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

How much do braces cost in Huntington Beach?
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 Huntington Beach

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 Huntington Beach braces dentists

We scored 62 Huntington Beach 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). 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 Huntington Beach 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 Huntington Beach: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Huntington Beach?

Messenger Orthodontics ranks #1 of 62 Huntington Beach clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 221 Google reviews. HB Kids' Dentistry and 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 Huntington Beach, CA?

Braces in Huntington Beach 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 Huntington Beach do braces?

Yes. 53 of the 62 Huntington Beach clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 9 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 Huntington Beach braces dentists are open on Saturday?

20 of 62 Huntington Beach clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including HB Kids' Dentistry and Orthodontics, TMJ, Sleep Apnea, Craniofacial Pain Specialist - Dr. Alice Sun and Dimitri Bizoumis, 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 Huntington Beach?

62 Huntington Beach clinics list braces in our data. 9 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Messenger Orthodontics and HB Kids' Dentistry and Orthodontics. 20 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 9 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Huntington Beach

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 91 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.

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