Skip to content
DentistsRanked

Best Braces Dentists in Shafter, CA (2026)

13 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for braces: Dentist cilinic, ranked #1 of 13 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

Rankings can't be bought. Booking through us earns you a $60 gift card and doesn’t affect order. How we rank

13 Shafter clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. None list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 braces dentists in Shafter at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Shafter at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dentist cilinic67
2Divelbiss Joshua DDS67
3Dr. Lutgarda O. Perez, DDS67
4Dr. Mary Janet Roldan67
5Marshall Dejerneria DDS67
6National Institutes of Health: Mutyala Padmaja DDS67
7Olivia Park67
8Slaughter James E DDS67
9Walker Donya J67
10Adept Dental Shafter37

The 13 best braces dentists in Shafter, 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.

  10. #10 Adept Dental Shafter

    1110 E Lerdo Hwy #200, Shafter, CA 93263, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for braces in Shafter 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 Adept Dental ShafterFull profile(661) 746-6989
    In their words

    Welcome to Adept Dental Shafter! Dr. Olivia Park and Dr. Thomas A. Gordon are pleased to provide comprehensive dentistry with a personal touch. Our dentists and team love getting to know our patients, and you can rest assured that you will always receive the personalized care and attention you need. With a multilingual team, we are also pleased to accommodate you with staff members who speak English, Spanish, and Korean.

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

  12. #12 Omni Family Health | Shafter Women's Health

    320 James St, Shafter, CA 93263, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for braces in Shafter 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–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu closed · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Omni Family Health | Shafter Women's HealthFull 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 | Shafter Women's Health's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  13. #13 Omni Family Health | Shafter Walk-in Clinic

    659 S Central Valley Hwy, Shafter, CA 93263, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for braces in Shafter 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–Tue closed · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Omni Family Health | Shafter Walk-in ClinicFull 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 | Shafter Walk-in Clinic's own description. Not part of the ranking.

Find the right dentist in Shafter

Answer 2 quick questions and we'll help you find a dentist that fits your needs, location and availability.

Shafter, CA

Book through DentistsRanked and get a $60 Amazon gift card. Terms

Step 1 of 2

What service are you looking for?

  • 100% free for patients
  • No commitment

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 Shafter's 13 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Shafter

How much do braces cost in Shafter?

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

How much do braces cost in Shafter?
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 Shafter

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 Shafter braces dentists

We scored 13 Shafter 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 Shafter 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 Shafter: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Shafter?

Dentist cilinic ranks #1 of 13 Shafter clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Divelbiss Joshua 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 Shafter, CA?

Braces in Shafter 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 Shafter do braces?

Yes. None of the 13 Shafter 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.

How many dentists offer braces in Shafter?

13 Shafter clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Shafter

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 14 clinics.

Related pages