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Best Braces Dentists in Richmond, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Dr. Angie E Tindel DDS, ranked #1 of 25 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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25 Richmond clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 4 open Saturdays. None list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 braces dentists in Richmond at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Richmond at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Dr. Angie E Tindel DDS77Yes
2Nani Dental Hygiene73—
3Clark Alma J DDS67—
4Dr. Nam Cho, DDS67—
5Dr. Theodore Shirai, DDS67—
6Duan Forrest DDS67—
7Hum T Gordon DDS67—
8Maria T Rodriguez DDS67—
9May Valley Dentistry67—
10Pacific East Dental Care67—

The 25 best braces dentists in Richmond, 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.

  17. #17 Dr. Martin D. Wong, DMD

    2970 Hilltop Mall Rd # 212, Richmond, CA 94806

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for braces in Richmond: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–7 PM · Tue 7 AM–6:30 PM · Wed–Thu 7 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Martin D. Wong, DMDFull profile(510) 222-4178

  18. #18 Dr. Stephen G. Wong, DMD

    2970 Hilltop Mall Rd, Richmond, CA 94806, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–7 PM · Tue 7 AM–6:30 PM · Wed–Thu 7 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Stephen G. Wong, DMDFull profile(510) 222-4178

  19. #19 Hilltop Family Dental

    2970 Hilltop Mall Rd Suite 211, Richmond, CA 94806

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for braces in Richmond 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–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Hilltop Family DentalFull profile(510) 758-7222

  21. #21 LifeLong William Jenkins Health Center

    150 Harbour Way Suite 200, Richmond, CA 94801

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in Richmond 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 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at LifeLong William Jenkins Health CenterFull profile(510) 981-4100

  23. #23 Abusleme Andres S DDS

    243 Civic Center St, Richmond, CA 94804, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for braces in Richmond 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–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Abusleme Andres S DDSFull profile(510) 215-7944

  24. #24 Dr. Stefan Moiceanu, DDS

    2970 Hilltop Mall Rd # 211, Richmond, CA 94806

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Richmond 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–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Stefan Moiceanu, DDSFull profile(510) 758-7222

  25. #25 Winning Smile Dental Group

    12732 San Pablo Ave, Richmond, CA 94805, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Richmond 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–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Winning Smile Dental GroupFull profile(510) 233-3100

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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 Richmond's 25 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Richmond

How much do braces cost in Richmond?

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

How much do braces cost in Richmond?
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 Richmond

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 Richmond braces dentists

We scored 25 Richmond 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.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Richmond 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 Richmond: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Richmond?

Dr. Angie E Tindel DDS ranks #1 of 25 Richmond clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Nani Dental Hygiene 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 Richmond, CA?

Braces in Richmond 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 Richmond do braces?

Yes. None of the 25 Richmond 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 Richmond braces dentists are open on Saturday?

4 of 25 Richmond clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Dr. Angie E Tindel DDS, Diamond Dental Hygiene and Dr. Martin D. Wong, DMD. 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 Richmond?

25 Richmond clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 4 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Richmond

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 29 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.

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