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Best Braces Dentists in Nipomo, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for braces: Chun Kalfred G DDS, ranked #1 of 11 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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11 Nipomo clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. None list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 braces dentists in Nipomo at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Nipomo at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Chun Kalfred G DDS67
2Community Health Center: Nickravesh Sheva T DDS67
3Dr. Brian N. Beres, DDS67
4Nipomo Medical67
5Robin J. Gloeckner, RDH67
6Shapiro Edward DDS67
7Nipomo Family Dentistry37
8Nipomo Health Center37
9Pacific Dental Excellence37
10CHC Orthodontics33

The 11 best braces dentists in Nipomo, 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.

  8. #8 Nipomo Health Center

    697 W Tefft St, Nipomo, CA 93444

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for braces in Nipomo 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–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Nipomo Health CenterFull profile(805) 929-2272
    In their words

    Nipomo Health Center is a outpatient services center that offers many services, including family medicine, primary care, and internal medicine. Visit Nipomo Health Center located at 697 W Tefft St, Nipomo, CA. This Nipomo outpatient services center is one of the best in California. As part of the Dignity Health network, Nipomo Health Center is dedicated to delivering high quality, compassionate care and access to Nipomo and nearby communities.

    From Nipomo Health Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  9. #9 Pacific Dental Excellence

    530 W Tefft St, Nipomo, CA 93444, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for braces in Nipomo 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 9 AM–3 PM · Tue–Fri 9 AM–3:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Pacific Dental ExcellenceFull profile(805) 929-6814

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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 Nipomo's 11 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Nipomo

How much do braces cost in Nipomo?

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

How much do braces cost in Nipomo?
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 Nipomo

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 Nipomo braces dentists

We scored 11 Nipomo 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 Nipomo 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 Nipomo: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Nipomo?

Chun Kalfred G DDS ranks #1 of 11 Nipomo clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Community Health Center: Nickravesh Sheva T DDS 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 Nipomo, CA?

Braces in Nipomo 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 Nipomo do braces?

Yes. None of the 11 Nipomo 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.

How many dentists offer braces in Nipomo?

11 Nipomo clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Nipomo

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 11 clinics.

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