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Best overall for braces: Western Dental & Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 14 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 4.6★ from 298 Google reviews, 1 of 20 collected reviews mentions braces.
Best specialist (orthodontist): Ruth K. Kawakami, DDS, MS, an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 77 Google reviews, 4 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.
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14 San Pedro clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 8 list an orthodontist and 2 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 8 of them.
| Rank | Clinic | Service score | Specialist on staff | Rating (reviews) | Reviews mentioning braces |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Western Dental & Orthodontics | 84 | Yes (orthodontist) | 4.6★ (298) | 1 |
| 2 | Ruth K. Kawakami, DDS, MS | 74 | Yes (orthodontist) | 5.0★ (77) | 4 |
| 3 | Dr. Smile San Pedro | 73 | Yes (orthodontist) | 4.8★ (347) | — |
| 4 | Eric Kardovich, DMD | 69 | Yes (orthodontist) | 5.0★ (10) | 3 |
| 5 | Garrick Denny DDS, Inc. | 68 | Yes (orthodontist) | 4.8★ (82) | — |
| 6 | Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - San Pedro, CA | 68 | Yes (orthodontist) | 4.3★ (286) | — |
| 7 | Delio Orthodontics | 65 | Yes (orthodontist) | 5.0★ (1) | — |
| 8 | Louis F. Mascola, DDS | 59 | Yes (orthodontist) | 3.7★ (6) | — |
| 9 | Smile Emporium of San Pedro - Dentist, Orthodontist, Cosmetic | Pediatric | 47 | — | — | — |
| 10 | San Pedro Family Dentist | 37 | — | — | — |
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.
Ranked #1 for braces in San Pedro
517 S Gaffey St, San Pedro, CA 90731
Ranked #1 for braces in San Pedro: an orthodontist on staff; 4.6★ from 298 Google reviews.
1411 W 7th St Ste d, San Pedro, CA 90732
Ranked #2 for braces in San Pedro: an orthodontist on staff; 5.0★ from 77 Google reviews.
1622 S Gaffey St, San Pedro, CA 90731
Ranked #3 for braces in San Pedro: an orthodontist on staff; 4.8★ from 347 Google reviews.
1353 W 6th St, San Pedro, CA 90732
Ranked #4 for braces in San Pedro: an orthodontist on staff; 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews.
737 W 9th St, San Pedro, CA 90731
Ranked #5 for braces in San Pedro: an orthodontist on staff; 4.8★ from 82 Google reviews.
640 S Gaffey St, San Pedro, CA 90731
Ranked #6 for braces in San Pedro: an orthodontist on staff; 4.3★ from 286 Google reviews.
1494 W 7th St, San Pedro, CA 90732
Ranked #7 for braces in San Pedro: an orthodontist on staff; 5.0★ from 1 Google reviews.
Based on reputation, review volume, recency, services and profile completeness.
783 W 9th St, San Pedro, CA 90731
Ranked #8 for braces in San Pedro: an orthodontist on staff; 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews.
2470 S Western Ave A, San Pedro, CA 90732
Ranked #9 for braces in San Pedro: Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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Smile Emporium, a full-service dentist and dental care provider in the San Pedro area, is committed to providing quality healthcare to families of all ages located in San Pedro. We provide comprehensive dental services for our patient's oral health, including teeth whitening, general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, dental emergencies, and so on. Our dentists in Smile Emporium believe in listening to the patients and understanding their needs, goals, and lifestyle.
From Smile Emporium of San Pedro - Dentist, Orthodontist, Cosmetic | Pediatric's own description. Not part of the ranking.204 N Pacific Ave, San Pedro, CA 90731
Ranked #10 for braces in San Pedro on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
2515 S Western Ave #109, San Pedro, CA 90732, United States
Ranked #11 for braces in San Pedro on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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Personalized, Intimate, Transformative Care Your smile is the first thing most people see. Shouldn't it be amazing? Our dental practice is focused on creating that all-important first impression; first for our patients, and then for everyone they meet. Our dentists and staff provide outstanding cosmetic, periodontal, and general dentistry, as well as sleep disorder devices and dental implants, for our patients in Los Angeles and the surrounding areas. You deserve a beautiful…
From Susan A. Sheets, D.D.S. Cosmetic & Restorative Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.946 N Western Ave, San Pedro, CA 90732
Ranked #12 for braces in San Pedro on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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1409 W 8th St, San Pedro, CA 90732
Ranked #13 for braces in San Pedro on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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Modern Dentistry, with old-fashioned values. Our Office is a multi-specialty private practice located in the Weymouth Corners of San Pedro. With 28 years of experience, we provide high quality modern dentistry, at an affordable cost, in an inviting setting. Our office is equipped to provide most specialty dental services efficiently under one rooftop. We use cutting edge technology and are versed in all aspects of Cosmetic, Restorative, Dental Implants, Orthodontic, and Oral…
From Dr. Souzan Ardalan, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.1360 West 6th Street Suite #210 (West Building, San Pedro, CA 90732
Ranked #14 for braces in San Pedro on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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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.
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.
8 of San Pedro's 14 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in San Pedro
Typical ranges in USD for San Pedro, CA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.
| Type | Typical range (USD) | Basis | As of |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | $4,200–$9,800 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California | — |
| Ceramic braces | $5,600–$11,200 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California | — |
| Self-ligating braces | $4,900–$11,200 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California | — |
| Lingual braces | $11,200–$16,800 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California | — |
Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full braces cost guide for San Pedro
Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.
| Fact | Typically |
|---|---|
| Typical visits | A consultation, a fitting visit, then adjustments every 4–8 weeks |
| Chair time | About 1–2 hours to fit; adjustments take 15–30 minutes |
| Recovery | Soreness for a few days after fitting and after adjustments |
| When to see a specialist | Most braces cases, and always for jaw growth issues, severe crowding or bite problems |
We scored 14 San Pedro clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.
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| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In San Pedro data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 45% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Review volume | 15% | log10(review count) against the city maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews in the last 12 months | Measured |
| Access | 15% | Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patients | Measured |
| Services | 10% | Services offered out of 17 | Measured |
| Profile completeness | 5% | Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photos | Measured |