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Best Braces Dentists in Santa Ana, CA (2026)

57 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 26 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for braces: OC Dental Center, ranked #1 of 57 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 4.7★ from 478 Google reviews, evening hours and Saturday hours.

  2. 2

    Best specialist (orthodontist): Western Dental & Orthodontics, an orthodontist on staff, 4.4★ from 431 Google reviews, Saturday hours.

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57 Santa Ana clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 26 list an orthodontist and 30 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 44 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Santa Ana at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Santa Ana at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1OC Dental Center90Yes (orthodontist)4.7★ (478)—
2Western Dental & Orthodontics83Yes (orthodontist)4.4★ (431)—
3Lighthouse Dental Group CN Braces- Dr. Christopher H. Nguyen83Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (223)7
4Solano Dental & Orthodontics81Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (46)2
5Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics81Yes (orthodontist)4.3★ (176)—
6Perfect Smile Dental Care78Yes (orthodontist)2.6★ (16)—
7E Z Dental Center78—4.3★ (12)—
8123 DENTAL76—4.7★ (99)—
9Santa Ana Magic Smile | Dentist Santa Ana76Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (130)—
10Bristol Dental Group75—4.9★ (595)—

The 57 best braces dentists in Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana

    #1 OC Dental Center

    90/10090% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for braces in Santa Ana: an orthodontist on staff; 4.7★ from 478 Google reviews.

    Based on reputation, review volume, access, services and profile completeness.

    • 4.7from 478 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at OC Dental CenterFull profile(714) 966-9000
    In their words

    OC Dental Center is a modern full-service dental office located in Santa Ana, California. We offer Orthodontics (braces and clear aligners), Cosmetic Dentistry, and General Dentistry. We follow CDC regulations for cleanliness to help protect patients against COVID-19.

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

  2. #2 Western Dental & Orthodontics

    2701 W 1st St, Santa Ana, CA 92703, United States

    83/10090% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for braces in Santa Ana: an orthodontist on staff; 4.4★ from 431 Google reviews.

    Based on reputation, review volume, access, services and profile completeness.

    • 4.4from 431 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Western Dental & OrthodonticsFull profile(714) 361-2140
    In their words

    We make high quality dental care convenient and affordable at our Western Dental office located near you. Our friendly and experienced dental professionals provide a wide range of family dental services including orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry and emergency dental care. Our general dentists, specialists and hygienists are all under one roof. Which means that treatment for implants, braces, or periodontal care can take place in the same office. Here, we gladly treat…

    From Western Dental & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  5. #5 Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics

    1601 W 17th St Suite G, Santa Ana, CA 92706

    81/10090% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for braces in Santa Ana: an orthodontist on staff; 4.3★ from 176 Google reviews.

    Based on reputation, review volume, access, services and profile completeness.

    • 4.3from 176 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu closed · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Bright Now! Dental & OrthodonticsFull profile(714) 567-9255
    In their words

    Bright Now Dental Santa Ana is a dental practice that offers expertise from some of the best dentists and orthodontists in the industry that provide you with affordable, quality dental care. With a range of pediatric dentists, emergency dentists, and orthodontists to choose from you'll find many treatment options for a root canal or dental crown. Or, you may find yourself in the hands of Bright Now Dental's friendly staff for dental check-ups, teeth cleaning, braces, or…

    From Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  8. #8 123 DENTAL

    1641 17th St Suite B, Santa Ana, CA 92705

    76/10090% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for braces in Santa Ana: 4.7★ from 99 Google reviews; evening hours and Saturday hours.

    Based on reputation, review volume, access, services and profile completeness.

    • 4.7from 99 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–6:30 PM · Tue 10 AM–6 PM · Wed 12 PM–8 PM · Thu 10 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at 123 DENTALFull profile(714) 542-7400

  10. #10 Bristol Dental Group

    1313 W 17th St B, Santa Ana, CA 92706

    75/10090% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for braces in Santa Ana: 4.9★ from 595 Google reviews.

    Based on reputation, review volume, access, services and profile completeness.

    • 4.9from 595 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Bristol Dental GroupFull profile(714) 568-1600
    In their words

    We pride ourselves in taking care of the patient first. We provide comfortable, in- office comprehensive dental care with our network of general dentists, and specialists. We utilize technology through our digital x-rays, ct scan, hygiene laser, and impressionless scanner to provide dental care as painless and relaxing as possible.

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

  12. #12 South Coast Dental Center

    3500 S Bristol St Ste 101, Santa Ana, CA 92704

    74/10090% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for braces in Santa Ana: 4.9★ from 90 Google reviews; evening hours.

    Based on reputation, review volume, access, services and profile completeness.

    • 4.9from 90 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–5 PM · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 10 AM–5 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 11 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at South Coast Dental CenterFull profile(714) 604-1599

  15. #15 Casa Dental of Santa Ana

    1334 W 1st St, Santa Ana, CA 92703

    73/10090% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for braces in Santa Ana: 4.9★ from 270 Google reviews.

    Based on reputation, review volume, access, services and profile completeness.

    • 4.9from 270 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 8:30 AM–5 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–2 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Casa Dental of Santa AnaFull profile(714) 541-0837

  17. #17 Morning Dental

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for braces in Santa Ana 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 Morning DentalFull profile
    In their words

    We here at Morning Dental (formerly Crystal Dental) believe in treating our patients with the utmost care, which extends beyond the clinical work by our wonderful doctors. We believe in walking you through your entire dental process, including insurance copayment fees, explanation of treatment plans, as well as follow up calls to make sure you had a wonderful visit.

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

  18. #18 Pro-Dental

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for braces in Santa Ana 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 Pro-DentalFull profile
    In their words

    Dr. Phuong P. Tran completed her Doctorate of Dental Surgery at University of Southern California Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry (USC) and has over 20 years of experience in Dentistry. --- We are a dental practice devoted to restoring and enhancing the natural beauty of your smile using conservative, state-of-the-art procedures that will result in beautiful, long lasting smiles! Our practice is committed to providing you and your family with safe, gentle, high-quality…

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

  22. #22 Dr Dich Lu - Healthy Smiles Dental Center

    3620 S Bristol St #103, Santa Ana, CA 92704

    71/10090% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Santa Ana: 4.9★ from 99 Google reviews.

    Based on reputation, review volume, access, services and profile completeness.

    • 4.9from 99 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr Dich Lu - Healthy Smiles Dental CenterFull profile(714) 432-0979

All 57 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #57, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Children's Dental FunZone - Santa Ana704.7★ (581)
27Pinnacle Dental Group704.4★ (36)Sat
28Fantastic Dental705.0★ (13)Sat
29Santa Ana Dentistry694.6★ (16)Sat
30Western Dental & Orthodontics Kids694.2★ (369)Sat
31Dental 4694.1★ (62)Sat
32Dentistry 4 Kids & Orthodontics - Santa Ana694.7★ (217)
33Bella Harbor Dental693.0★ (2)Evenings · Sat
34South Coast Dental Studio - Dr. Hamid Zehtab , DMD675.0★ (93)
35Bristol Family Dental Center673.8★ (38)Sat
36Tustin Avenue Dental Team674.8★ (45)
37Pinales Dental Clinic673.8★ (10)Sat
38Enable Dental67
39North Tustin Dental Associates67
40OC HEALTH CARE DENTIST67
41Sahuayo Dental Group67
42Broadway Dental675.0★ (3)Sat
43Garcia Dental Center662.2★ (21)Evenings · Sat
44Pacific Dental Smiles - Best Dental Clinic Santa Ana665.0★ (11)
45West Coast Dental & Orthodontics, Adults & Kids663.9★ (30)Sat
46Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Santa Ana, CA664.2★ (222)
47Santa Ana Dental Specialists654.6★ (51)Sat
48Orange Coast Dental624.0★ (20)Sat
49U.P. DENTAL - Union Pro Dental Group612.1★ (9)Sat
50Smile Studio614.3★ (29)
51Sol Dental Care57Evenings · Sat
52IBRITE DENTAL47Sat
53FreeDentistMatch37Evenings · Sat
54Spark Dental Santa Ana37
55St. Youstina Community Clinic37
56Eun Soo Lee Dental Group, Inc.37
57OC Dental Studio37

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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.

26 of Santa Ana's 57 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Santa Ana

How much do braces cost in Santa Ana?

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

How much do braces cost in Santa Ana?
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 Santa Ana

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 Santa Ana braces dentists

We scored 57 Santa Ana clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 24 were excluded (24 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 Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Santa Ana?

OC Dental Center ranks #1 of 57 Santa Ana clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 4.7★ from 478 Google reviews. Western Dental & Orthodontics ranks #2 (an orthodontist on staff). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an orthodontist on staff.

How much do braces cost in Santa Ana, CA?

Braces in Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana do braces?

Yes. 31 of the 57 Santa Ana clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 26 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 Santa Ana braces dentists are open on Saturday?

30 of 57 Santa Ana clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including OC Dental Center, Western Dental & Orthodontics and Lighthouse Dental Group CN Braces- Dr. Christopher H. Nguyen. 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 Santa Ana?

57 Santa Ana clinics list braces in our data. 26 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include OC Dental Center and Western Dental & Orthodontics. 30 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 44 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Santa Ana

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 214 clinics.
  2. : 24 duplicate listings merged.

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