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Best overall for braces: Culton, Gregory DDS, ranked #1 of 7 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.
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7 Lakeside clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays and 2 open after 6pm. None list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.
| Rank | Clinic | Service score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Culton, Gregory DDS | 67 |
| 2 | Lakeside Dentist | 57 |
| 3 | Arnold Cutler, DDS | 47 |
| 4 | Smile Dental Lakeside | 37 |
| 5 | East County Family Dentistry | 37 |
| 6 | Neighborhood Healthcare Lakeside | 33 |
| 7 | David R. Russell DDS, Inc. | 33 |
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 Lakeside on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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9710 Winter Gardens Blvd Suite C, Lakeside, CA 92040
Ranked #2 for braces in Lakeside: evening hours and Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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9927 Channel Rd, Lakeside, CA 92040
Ranked #3 for braces in Lakeside: evening hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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At Arnold Cutler, DDS, we value our patient relationships, making it our priority to deliver gentle compassionate care that you deserve from a dentist in Lakeside. We work hard to make you feel at ease by providing exceptional patient care in a relaxed, convenient atmosphere. We strive to develop lifelong relationships with our patients by combining the latest dental technology with a professional and compassionate staff. The result is a beautiful, healthy smile that lasts a…
From Arnold Cutler, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.12110 Woodside Ave, Lakeside, CA 92040
Ranked #4 for braces in Lakeside on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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As second-generation dentists, the Santos brothers understand the importance of family values. Here at Smile Dental, we strive to make you feel like you are part of our family. When you visit our practice, we do everything we can to make you feel at home and at ease. We are confident that our exceptional staff of dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants and front office will provide you with top-notch dental care experiences, without breaking your budget. We pride…
From Smile Dental Lakeside's own description. Not part of the ranking.9710 Winter Gardens Blvd, Lakeside, CA 92040
Ranked #5 for braces in Lakeside on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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Welcome to La Mesa Dentistry When you visit our dental office, your smile is our top priority. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with the personalized, quality dental care that you deserve. Call today we are accepting New Patients When you visit our office you will experience all that modern dentistry has to offer, including a comprehensive list of general, restorative and cosmetic dental services to meet the needs of the whole family.
From East County Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.10039 Vine St, Lakeside, CA 92040
Ranked #6 for braces in Lakeside on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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At Neighborhood Healthcare our mission is to improve the health and happiness of the communities we serve by providing quality health care to all, regardless of situation or circumstance. Community health is about more than just vaccines and checkups. It’s about giving people the resources they need to live their best lives. At Neighborhood, this is our vision. A community where everyone is healthy and happy. We’re with you every step of the way, with the care you need for…
From Neighborhood Healthcare Lakeside's own description. Not part of the ranking.8334 Winter Gardens Blvd, Lakeside, CA 92040
Ranked #7 for braces in Lakeside on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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Dr Russell has lived in the east county since 1959. He attended elementary school in Lakeside and El Cajon, middle school and high school in El Cajon. He graduated from Granite Hills High School in 1975. Dr. Russell completed a Bachelors Degree in Zoology at Brigham Young University in 1982. While in dental school he participated in the research of experimental dental technology and was the UOP student representative at the 1984 Student Research Conference at the National…
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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.
None of Lakeside's 7 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Lakeside
Typical ranges in USD for Lakeside, 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 Lakeside
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 7 Lakeside 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Lakeside data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 45% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 15% | log10(review count) against the city maximum | Not yet collected |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews in the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| 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 |