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Best Braces Dentists in Saratoga, CA (2026)

49 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 1 orthodontist0 paid placementsHow we rank →

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    Best overall for braces: Yao Orthodontics: Dr. William Yao, DDS, MS, ranked #1 of 49 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 4.7★ from 91 Google reviews, 3 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

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49 Saratoga clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 lists an orthodontist and 6 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Saratoga at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Saratoga at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Yao Orthodontics: Dr. William Yao, DDS, MS76Yes (orthodontist)4.7★ (91)3
2Big Smile Dental - Jasna M Galeb DDS73———
3Dental Lounge73———
4Kiran Rapal, DDS73———
5Laura Crowe, DDS73———
6Saratoga Dentistry - Daniel Araldi, DDS73———
7SCS Dental Care73———
8Sepi Pejham D.D.S.73———
9A Dental Home67———
10Bright Smile Dental Office67———

The 49 best braces dentists in Saratoga, 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.

  3. #3 Dental Lounge

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for braces in Saratoga 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.

  6. #6 Saratoga Dentistry - Daniel Araldi, DDS

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for braces in Saratoga 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 Saratoga Dentistry - Daniel Araldi, DDSFull profile
    In their words

    Dr. Araldi is premier Saratoga family dentist that has expertise in all cosmetic procedures from fixing cracks and stains to enhancing and perfecting teeth through dental bonding techniques as well as placing porcelain veneers. We offer one-day (single visit) crowns as well as traditional ceramic crowns. If you have missing teeth, or recently lost whether it be and accident, wear or decay, we also provide dental implants, as well as bite and smile design, bridges and…

    From Saratoga Dentistry - Daniel Araldi, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 49 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #49, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Nejat Orthodontics47Sat
27Saratoga Dental Care47Sat
28Rosa D. Wynn, DMD47Sat
29Elvira Kofman, D.D.S.47Evenings
30Saratoga Smile Dental, Dr Florence Phuong Ngo43Sat
31William T Watkins DDS43Sat
32Saratoga Periodontics43Evenings
33An Nguyen, D.D.S.37
34Genuine Care Dental Saratoga37
35Genuine Care Dental - Dentist, Dental Implants, Clear Braces, and Same Day37
36Dr. Allan Pang37
37Argonaut Dental - Invisalign | Implants | General & Cosmetic Dentistry37
38Park Saratoga Dental- Kathleen Ban DDS37
39Lisa D. Tran, DMD | Endodontic Associates Saratoga37
40Bascom Family Dental - Karan Mody, DDS37
41Alex H. Nguyen, DDS - Saratoga Dentist37
42Duane Fong, D.D.S, Cosmetic and Family Dentistry37
43Saratoga Dental - Vernon Miles Lew DDS37
44Seven Hills Dental37
45Dr. Julie A. Herndon, DDS37
46Oleson Ronald J DDS37
47Leila Baroudi DDS37
48Prospect Dental Care33
49Chen Haihong 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.

1 of Saratoga's 49 clinics offering braces has an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Saratoga

How much do braces cost in Saratoga?

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

How much do braces cost in Saratoga?
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 Saratoga

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 Saratoga braces dentists

We scored 49 Saratoga clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Saratoga 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 Saratoga: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Saratoga?

Yao Orthodontics: Dr. William Yao, DDS, MS ranks #1 of 49 Saratoga clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 4.7★ from 91 Google reviews. Big Smile Dental - Jasna M Galeb DDS 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 Saratoga, CA?

Braces in Saratoga 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 Saratoga do braces?

Yes. 48 of the 49 Saratoga clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 1 lists 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 Saratoga braces dentists are open on Saturday?

6 of 49 Saratoga clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including South Bay Kids Dentistry, Nejat Orthodontics and Saratoga Dental Care. 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 Saratoga?

49 Saratoga clinics list braces in our data. 1 of them lists an orthodontist on staff. They include Yao Orthodontics: Dr. William Yao, DDS, MS. 6 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Saratoga

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 55 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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