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Best Braces Dentists in San Bernardino, CA (2026)

64 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 4 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

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  1. 1

    Best overall for braces: Children's Choice Dental Care San Bernardino, ranked #1 of 64 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 4.7★ from 286 Google reviews, 1 of 20 collected reviews mentions braces.

  2. 8

    Best specialist (orthodontist): SB FAMILY DENTISTRY, an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 49 Google reviews.

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64 San Bernardino clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 4 list an orthodontist and 10 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 4 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in San Bernardino at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in San Bernardino at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Children's Choice Dental Care San Bernardino75Yes (orthodontist)4.7★ (286)1
2A&M Surgery Center73———
3Alvarez and Bernardo Dental Corporation Dental Group73———
4Dental Lounge73———
5Lifetime Dental of San Bernardino73———
6Lone Oak Precision Dental73———
7Nomi Lee, DDS73———
8SB FAMILY DENTISTRY70Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (49)—
9Katy Chou DDS67Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (2)—
10Smiles West Dental & Orthodontics - San Bernardino67Yes (orthodontist)4.3★ (156)—

The 64 best braces dentists in San Bernardino, 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.

  4. #4 Dental Lounge

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for braces in San Bernardino 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 Dental LoungeFull profile
    In their words

    Welcome to Dental Lounge, Sydney’s premium dental practice conveniently located in the heart of the CBD. Come in and feel relaxed while enjoying the serene views of Sydney’s Botanical Gardens. Feel comfort in the care of experienced practitioners and friendly staff. We’re here to look after your needs and share your smile journey. Dental Lounge is unique to other dental practices. Others may send patients out of the house for elect treatments, however Dental Lounge offers…

    From Dental Lounge's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  5. #5 Lifetime Dental of San Bernardino

    1918 Business Center Dr S #210, San Bernardino, CA 92408

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for braces in San Bernardino 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 Lifetime Dental of San BernardinoFull profile(909) 881-3336
    In their words

    Welcome to Lifetime Dental! Our mission here is to provide the best in dentistry, for you and your family. We provide all general and specialty dental services under one roof, catering to all your dental needs. Cosmetic work, dental implants, braces, you name it, we can do it. Our in-house dental savings plan is a great alternative to dental insurance, providing 30-50% of most dental procedures. New patients are welcome, call or message us to schedule an appointment.

    From Lifetime Dental of San Bernardino's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 64 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #64, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Central Dental63Evenings · Sat · Sun
27Arrowhead Family Dentistry57Evenings · Sat
28Dream Smile City | Emergency Dentist San Bernardino53Evenings · Sat
29SUNSHINE DENTAL53Evenings · Sat
30Gill Family Dentistry47Sat
31Hub Plaza Dental Group and Orthodontics47Sat
32Dental Practice of San Bernardino47Evenings
33New Millennium Dental Group47Evenings
34David L. Slough, DDS47Evenings
35Santa Fe Dental Group- San Bernardino43Sat
36Central City Dental Office43Sat
37Hospitality Dental & Orthodontics43Evenings
38Sierra Gateway Dental Office43Sat
39Dr. Brian C. Kim, DDS43Evenings
40My Dentist43Sat
41Inland Dental Center37
42Cal Select Dental Group37
43Fresh Smile Dental37
44MGO Dental37
45Sulaeman Family Dentistry37
46University Heights Family Dentistry37
47Vernon Dental Specialty Group37
48Waterman Dentistry, Family Dentistry, Orthodontic Braces, Dental Implants, & Cosmetic Dentistry37
49Mountainview Dental Care37
50Southland Dental Group: Antoine Sourialle, DDS37
51Children Dental World37
52Dental Lounge: Gun Gil Lee, DDS37
53Brenda Evans Louka DDS (San Bernardino, CA)37
54Dr. John's Dental Office37
55Kingsly Dentistry37
56San Bernardino Family Dentistry37
57California Bright Dental37
58D Street Family Dentistry37
59Wildwood Dental Group37
60San Bernardino Dental, Dr. Max Quezada, D.D.S.37
61Highland Family Dental Center37
62Town Center Dental Office33
63Childrens Dental Health Center33
64Vargas Luis DDS33

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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.

4 of San Bernardino's 64 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in San Bernardino

How much do braces cost in San Bernardino?

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

How much do braces cost in San Bernardino?
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 San Bernardino

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 San Bernardino braces dentists

We scored 64 San Bernardino clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 6 were excluded (6 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 San Bernardino 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 San Bernardino: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in San Bernardino?

Children's Choice Dental Care San Bernardino ranks #1 of 64 San Bernardino clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 4.7★ from 286 Google reviews. A&M Surgery Center 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 San Bernardino, CA?

Braces in San Bernardino 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 San Bernardino do braces?

Yes. 60 of the 64 San Bernardino clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 4 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 San Bernardino braces dentists are open on Saturday?

10 of 64 San Bernardino clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Central Dental, Arrowhead Family Dentistry and Dream Smile City | Emergency Dentist San Bernardino. 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 San Bernardino?

64 San Bernardino clinics list braces in our data. 4 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Children's Choice Dental Care San Bernardino and SB FAMILY DENTISTRY. 10 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 4 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for San Bernardino

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 96 clinics.
  2. : 6 duplicate listings merged.

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