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Best Braces Dentists in Ridgecrest, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Elevate Skin and Body, ranked #1 of 28 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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28 Ridgecrest clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens 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 Ridgecrest at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Ridgecrest at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Elevate Skin and Body73
2Ridgecrest Regional Hospital Transitional Care & Rehabilitation73
3Children's Dental Group: Hayashi Wade DDS67
4Dr. Alice Ahn67
5Dr. Christopher P. Swartz, DDS67
6Dr. Danielle Gilbert67
7Dr. Danny Whiting67
8Dr. Scott Whiting67
9George C Dracopoulos Inc67
10J N Kern Dental Products67

The 28 best braces dentists in Ridgecrest, 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.

  1. Ranked #1 for braces in Ridgecrest

    #1 Elevate Skin and Body

    126 Gemstone St, Ridgecrest, CA 93555

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for braces in Ridgecrest 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 Elevate Skin and BodyFull profile(760) 232-4700
    In their words

    I am a licensed esthetician and a Bodysculpting practitioner. Bodysculpting includes laser lipo, wood therapy, radio frequency skin tightening, non invasive BBL & ultrasonic cavitation. All these treatments help dissolve fat & flush it to the lymphatic system to filter while sculpting the body to have curves where you want them. Finish off with a infrared sauna blanket treatment that has amazing health and relaxation benefits.

    From Elevate Skin and Body's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  2. #2 Ridgecrest Regional Hospital Transitional Care & Rehabilitation

    1081 N China Lake Blvd, Ridgecrest, CA 93555

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for braces in Ridgecrest 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 Ridgecrest Regional Hospital Transitional Care & RehabilitationFull profile(760) 446-3551
    In their words

    At Ridgecrest Regional Hospital, we put your health, wellness, and quality of life above all else. For more than 50 years, we have been providing the people of Ridgecrest and the surrounding areas with high-quality health services that they can count on in times of need. We are proud to be the close-to-home care provider for communities along US highway 395, and we are committed to building trusting relationships with our patients so that they can always feel comfortable…

    From Ridgecrest Regional Hospital Transitional Care & Rehabilitation's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  16. #16 Ridgecrest Regional Hospital Physical Therapy

    1081 N China Lake Blvd, Ridgecrest, CA 93555, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for braces in Ridgecrest: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Ridgecrest Regional Hospital Physical TherapyFull profile(760) 499-3631
    In their words

    Physical therapy is an intensive program designed to help you regain your strength and range of motion after an injury or illness. At RRH, physical therapy begins with an initial interview and assessment with one of our experienced physical therapists.

    From Ridgecrest Regional Hospital Physical Therapy's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  17. #17 Rural Health Clinic

    1111 N China Lake Blvd, Ridgecrest, CA 93555

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for braces in Ridgecrest 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 Rural Health ClinicFull profile(760) 499-3855
    In their words

    Urgent Care available 7 days a week. Our dedicated primary care providers are here for you from child care to adolescent and adult care; and even for simple but mandatory physicals such as driving and sports physicals. We are committed to providing comprehensive, quality primary healthcare. We also offer inexpensive alternatives to patients without insurance or those with minimal coverage, on a sliding scale, based on income and family size.

    From Rural Health Clinic's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 A V Dental Care

    840 N Norma St # A, Ridgecrest, CA 93555, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for braces in Ridgecrest 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 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 7:30 AM–4 PM · Wed 7:30 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at A V Dental CareFull profile(760) 375-2622

  19. #19 A V Dental Care Dr. Vasquez

    840 N Norma St # A, Ridgecrest, CA 93555

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for braces in Ridgecrest 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 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 7:30 AM–4 PM · Wed 7:30 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at A V Dental Care Dr. VasquezFull profile(760) 375-2622

  20. #20 Bachman Family Dentistry

    700 N Sanders St UNIT B, Ridgecrest, CA 93555

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for braces in Ridgecrest 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 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Bachman Family DentistryFull profile(760) 375-8512

  22. #22 The Dentist House

    544 Drummond Ave A, Ridgecrest, CA 93555, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Ridgecrest 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–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at The Dentist HouseFull profile(760) 301-5912
    In their words

    The Dentist House is your trusted local dentist in Ridgecrest, California, offering outstanding services that will make you smile. We offer a range of dentistry options for the whole family, including cosmetic, restorative, diagnostic, and preventative dentistry. Our highly skilled and technology-focused team of professionals is dedicated to helping you achieve and maintain excellent oral health that supports a beautiful and healthy smile. We go the distance to ensure your…

    From The Dentist House's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Omni Family Health | Ridgecrest Health Center

    1133 Chelsea St, Ridgecrest, CA 93555

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Ridgecrest 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 Omni Family Health | Ridgecrest Health CenterFull profile(866) 707-6664
    In their words

    Omni Family Health is a growing network of state of the art health centers located throughout Kern, Kings, Tulare, and Fresno counties. Since 1978, Omni has provided high-quality primary and preventative healthcare to individuals and families throughout our communities, including comprehensive medical, dental, behavioral health services. As a mission-driven organization, Omni team of committed providers and staff promote regular and continuous care regardless of a patient…

    From Omni Family Health | Ridgecrest Health Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 28 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #28, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Dr. Josef Mamaliger, DDS33
27Christenson Dale L DDS Dental Office33
28Ridgecrest Family Dentistry33

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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 Ridgecrest's 28 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Ridgecrest

How much do braces cost in Ridgecrest?

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

How much do braces cost in Ridgecrest?
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 Ridgecrest

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 Ridgecrest braces dentists

We scored 28 Ridgecrest 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 Ridgecrest 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 Ridgecrest: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Ridgecrest?

Elevate Skin and Body ranks #1 of 28 Ridgecrest clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Ridgecrest Regional Hospital Transitional Care & Rehabilitation 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 Ridgecrest, CA?

Braces in Ridgecrest 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 Ridgecrest do braces?

Yes. None of the 28 Ridgecrest 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 Ridgecrest braces dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 28 Ridgecrest clinics offering braces lists Saturday hours, including Ridgecrest Regional Hospital Physical Therapy. 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 Ridgecrest?

28 Ridgecrest clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Ridgecrest

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 29 clinics.

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