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Best Braces Dentists in Pleasant Hill, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Dr. Daniel Leung, DDS and Yen Vu DDS, ranked #1 of 44 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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44 Pleasant Hill clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 9 open Saturdays and 3 open after 6pm. None list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 braces dentists in Pleasant Hill at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Pleasant Hill at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dr. Daniel Leung, DDS and Yen Vu DDS73
2Kenneth J. Fraga D.D.S.73
3Kiran Chaudhri DMD73
4Liang Joe Dds73
5Ricardo M. Perez, DDS Cosmetic Dental Spa73
6Cho Benjamin DDS67
7Dr. Daniel H. Choi, DMD67
8Dr. Grace Yi67
9Dr. Mariam Hashoush, DDS67
10Dr. Viviene Valdez67

The 44 best braces dentists in Pleasant Hill, 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 Kiran Chaudhri DMD

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for braces in Pleasant Hill 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 Kiran Chaudhri DMDFull profile
    In their words

    Our Pleasant Hill practice provides personalized care to satisfy your unique needs, while keeping your overall health and well-being in mind. We provide treatment based on scientific research and aim to move in the direction of prevention, monitoring and reversing disease. We will provide you options tailored to meet your specific needs and answer your questions, so you can make informed decisions on how to proceed. We believe following our guiding principles of total…

    From Kiran Chaudhri DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  11. #11 Rose Joy Endonila Dental Office: Balancio Clara Espin DDS

    91 Gregory Ln # 9, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for braces in Pleasant Hill 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 Rose Joy Endonila Dental Office: Balancio Clara Espin DDSFull profile(925) 671-9177

  13. #13 Diablo Valley Dentistry

    2630 Pleasant Hill Rd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for braces in Pleasant Hill: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Tue 7 AM–3:30 PM · Wed 12 PM–8:30 PM · Thu 10 AM–2 PM · Fri closed · Sat 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Diablo Valley DentistryFull profile(925) 932-2186

  15. #15 California Smile

    620 Contra Costa Blvd Suite 100, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for braces in Pleasant Hill: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at California SmileFull profile(925) 689-6400

  16. #16 Diablo Valley Dental - Dr. Petrush & Dr. Elek, DDS

    140 Gregory Ln Suite 100, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for braces in Pleasant Hill: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 7 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Diablo Valley Dental - Dr. Petrush & Dr. Elek, DDSFull profile(925) 968-4130
    In their words

    Welcome to Diablo Valley Dental, your dentist in Pleasant Hill. We pride ourselves in providing the most personalized and compassionate care to our patients utilizing the most advanced technology and treatment modalities. Building relationships built on trust with our patients, we empower them to make the most informed decisions about their oral health and work with them to achieve outstanding results in care!

    From Diablo Valley Dental - Dr. Petrush & Dr. Elek, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  17. #17 Dr. Monika K. Elek, DDS

    140 Gregory Ln # 100, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for braces in Pleasant Hill: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 7 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Monika K. Elek, DDSFull profile(925) 676-5515

  18. #18 Mailene Soyster, DDS

    401 Gregory Ln #242, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for braces in Pleasant Hill: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–4 PM · Tue 9 AM–3:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–3:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Mailene Soyster, DDSFull profile(925) 267-8349

  20. #20 May Hayder DDS Pediatric Dentistry

    401 Gregory Ln, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for braces in Pleasant Hill: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–4 PM · Tue–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at May Hayder DDS Pediatric DentistryFull profile(925) 363-4200

  21. #21 Pediatric Dentistry of Pleasant Hill

    2710 Pleasant Hill Rd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in Pleasant Hill: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–3:30 PM · Sat 7:30 AM–2:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Pediatric Dentistry of Pleasant HillFull profile(925) 947-1188
    In their words

    Since 1973, Pediatric Dentistry of Pleasant Hill has provided the best in children’s dental care in a fun and comforting environment. With gentle and positive experiences, we set each child on the path to a lifetime of healthy, happy smiles! Our board-certified pediatric dentists Dr. Amybeth Harmon, Dr. Jennifer LaRocque, Dr. Jay Golinveaux, Dr. Joyce Bright and Dr. Joanna Meekay — are dedicated to caring for each patient as a wonderful individual.

    From Pediatric Dentistry of Pleasant Hill's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Tittle Endodontics

    401 Gregory Ln # 118, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Pleasant Hill 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 7:30 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Tittle EndodonticsFull profile(925) 676-3388
    In their words

    At Tittle Endodontics, we provide the most advanced endodontic care in a clean, caring and friendly environment. For 25 years Dr. Tittle has led the way in implementing every significant endodontic advancement in our community. Dr. Kenneth Tittle is a Board Certified Endodontist, national lecturer, and leader in several dental organizations who sees that every aspect of your visit with us reflects our compassionate philosophy. Our endodontic services include same day…

    From Tittle Endodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Grace Dental of Pleasant Hill

    91 Gregory Ln #9, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Pleasant Hill 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 Grace Dental of Pleasant HillFull profile(925) 671-9177

All 44 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #44, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Pleasant Hill Dental37
27Pleasant Hill Dentistry37
28Muir Hills Dental37
29Ramez Satar, DMD37
30Perfect Smiles Dental of Pleasant Hill: Nupur Gupta, DDS37
31Smile Design37
32Miguel Ibarra D.D.S., Inc.37
33Pleasant Hill Oral Surgery37
34Pleasant Hill Orthodontics -- Drs. Greg Miller and Helaine Kan37
35Pleasant Hill Wellness Dental37
36Nicole Hoang DMD PC37
37Sebastian S. Lavino, D.D.S.37
38Ellinwood Square Dental37
39Adam Shaffer, DDS, MS Pediatric Dentistry37
40Image Orthodontics - Pleasant Hill33
41Feliciano Michelle DDS33
42Yen Vu DDS33
43Jerry Yao, DDS33
44Dr. Thuy Tran Hoang33

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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 Pleasant Hill's 44 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Pleasant Hill

How much do braces cost in Pleasant Hill?

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

How much do braces cost in Pleasant Hill?
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 Pleasant Hill

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 Pleasant Hill braces dentists

We scored 44 Pleasant Hill clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 5 were excluded (5 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 Pleasant Hill 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 Pleasant Hill: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Pleasant Hill?

Dr. Daniel Leung, DDS and Yen Vu DDS ranks #1 of 44 Pleasant Hill clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Kenneth J. Fraga D.D.S. 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 Pleasant Hill, CA?

Braces in Pleasant Hill 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 Pleasant Hill do braces?

Yes. None of the 44 Pleasant Hill 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 Pleasant Hill braces dentists are open on Saturday?

9 of 44 Pleasant Hill clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Diablo Valley Dentistry, Robert Rogers, DDS and California Smile. 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 Pleasant Hill?

44 Pleasant Hill clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 9 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Pleasant Hill

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 46 clinics.
  2. : 5 duplicate listings merged.

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