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Best Braces Dentists in Mill Valley, CA (2026)

43 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 2 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

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  1. 1

    Best overall for braces: Kentfield Dental, ranked #1 of 43 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 103 Google reviews.

  2. 11

    Best specialist (orthodontist): Parikh Orthodontics, an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, 3 of 14 collected reviews mention braces.

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43 Mill Valley clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 2 list an orthodontist and 2 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Mill Valley at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Mill Valley at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)
1Kentfield Dental82Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (103)
2Carly Schneider Orofacial Myology73——
3Gila C. Dorostkar DDS, Pediatric Dentistry73——
4Jeffrey Nebenzahl, DDS73——
5Julie A. Ross, DDS73——
6Lebus Orthodontics73——
7Mill Valley Dentistry: Bryan Abrams, DDS73——
8Signature Smiles Mill Valley73——
9Tamalpais Dental73——
10Vivian Broadway, DDS73——

The 43 best braces dentists in Mill Valley, 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 Gila C. Dorostkar DDS, Pediatric Dentistry

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for braces in Mill Valley 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 Gila C. Dorostkar DDS, Pediatric DentistryFull profile
    In their words

    Gila Dorostkar, DDS specializes in comprehensive pediatric dental care for children of all ages with an emphasis on prevention. Baby teeth play a critical role in a child's long-term dental health and we truly believe the cornerstone for a lifetime of good oral health is laid in childhood.

    From Gila C. Dorostkar DDS, Pediatric Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  4. #4 Jeffrey Nebenzahl, DDS

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for braces in Mill Valley 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 Jeffrey Nebenzahl, DDSFull profile
    In their words

    Mill Valley Dentist. World Class Smiles! Thanks for visiting us! When you visit our Mill Valley dental office, your dental health and smile are our top priority. Dr. Nebenzahl and his team are dedicated to providing you with the personalized, gentle care that you deserve. Our commitment to you is to provide the understanding and information to assist you in making informed decisions about your oral health needs. Please explore and use our site as a resource. We are certain…

    From Jeffrey Nebenzahl, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  10. #10 Vivian Broadway, DDS

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for braces in Mill Valley 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 Vivian Broadway, DDSFull profile
    In their words

    We believe our community wants a calm, serene, and personalized approach to dentistry! With comfort, connection, and confidence, our vibrant team collaborates with each of our unique patients to provide comprehensive care that matches their needs and desires. Due to our patients’ appreciation of our expertise, each one embraces their role in their long-term health by partnering with us in the pursuit of their dental success. As an empathetic, enthusiastic team, we are…

    From Vivian Broadway, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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 ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Prosthodontist - Mill Valley67
27Sohrab Saghezchi67
28Tanya Harris D.D.S.67
29Dignity Health-GoHealth Urgent Care63Evenings · Sat · Sun
30Crossroads Dental Care - Mill Valley Dentist47Sat
31Dr. Denys Kovalchuk, DDS47Evenings
32Ashraf Orthodontics: Golnaz Ashraf DDS, MSD37
33Sherman Chan, DDS37
34Gabriela Garcia-Rojas Dental Group37
35Anthony Leite, DDS - Personalized Dentistry37
36Dr. Sonia Raina, DMD & Dr. Gary Nelson, DDS37
37Brinker Periodontics-Rachel Brinker, D.M.D.37
38Mill Valley Dental37
39Marin Dental Wellness33
40Marin Endodontics33
41Dr. Frances H. Yankie, DDS33
42Holly Downes DDS33
43Mill Valley Endodontics33

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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.

2 of Mill Valley's 43 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Mill Valley

How much do braces cost in Mill Valley?

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

How much do braces cost in Mill Valley?
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 Mill Valley

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 Mill Valley braces dentists

We scored 43 Mill Valley 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 Mill Valley 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 Mill Valley: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Mill Valley?

Kentfield Dental ranks #1 of 43 Mill Valley clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 103 Google reviews. Carly Schneider Orofacial Myology 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 Mill Valley, CA?

Braces in Mill Valley 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 Mill Valley do braces?

Yes. 41 of the 43 Mill Valley clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 2 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 Mill Valley braces dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 43 Mill Valley clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Dignity Health-GoHealth Urgent Care and Crossroads Dental Care - Mill Valley Dentist. 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 Mill Valley?

43 Mill Valley clinics list braces in our data. 2 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Kentfield Dental and Parikh Orthodontics. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Mill Valley

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 50 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.

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