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Best Braces Dentists in South Lake Tahoe, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Dr. Chris Cerceo, DDS, MDS, FAGD, ranked #1 of 37 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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37 South Lake Tahoe clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays. None list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 braces dentists in South Lake Tahoe at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in South Lake Tahoe at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dr. Chris Cerceo, DDS, MDS, FAGD73
2Reid Dental Arts73
3Darin Delgado67
4De Ra Cherri67
5Doran Cheri67
6Dr. Daniel C. Martin, DDS67
7Dr. James W. Getzelman, DDS67
8Dr. Jason R. Acevedo, DDS67
9Dr. Jay Kaplan, DDS67
10Dr. Rachel Appelblatt - Tahoe Oral Surgery and Implant Center67

The 37 best braces dentists in South Lake Tahoe, 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.

  21. #21 Tahoe Family Physicians: Rosso Judith G DO

    1090 3rd St #1, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150, United States

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in South Lake Tahoe 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 Tahoe Family Physicians: Rosso Judith G DOFull profile(530) 542-1900

  25. #25 High Sierra Dental Care - Dr. Mireya Ortega, DDS

    1060 Ski Run Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150, United States

    40/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in South Lake Tahoe 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
    Dentists
    Dr. Ortega

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at High Sierra Dental Care - Dr. Mireya Ortega, DDSFull profile(530) 541-7040
    In their words

    We Are Committed to Your Oral Health! At High Sierra Dental Care you will spend ninety percent of your appointment time with the doctor to ensure a thorough evaluation of your dental conditions and the appropriate treatment’s are provided. Our goal is to enhance your dental health. We are proud to offer you a full range of dental services and procedures, from cosmetic dentistry, pediatric dentistry, non-surgical periodontal services, oral surgery, orthodontics and minimally…

    From High Sierra Dental Care - Dr. Mireya Ortega, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 37 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #37, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Tahoe Dentist37
27Alpine Dental Care37
28Dr. Jeanie Kaufman, DDS37
29Sierra Tahoe Dental37
30Tahoe Dental Arts37
31Tahoe Valley Dental37
32Meyers Family Dentistry37
33The Smile Shop37
34Deanna M Brothers DDS37
35D'Ascoli Orthodontics33
36Donald M Yamaoka DDS33
37Jarrett Thomas a 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.

None of South Lake Tahoe's 37 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in South Lake Tahoe

How much do braces cost in South Lake Tahoe?

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

How much do braces cost in South Lake Tahoe?
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 South Lake Tahoe

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 South Lake Tahoe braces dentists

We scored 37 South Lake Tahoe 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). 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 South Lake Tahoe 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 South Lake Tahoe: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in South Lake Tahoe?

Dr. Chris Cerceo, DDS, MDS, FAGD ranks #1 of 37 South Lake Tahoe clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Reid Dental Arts 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 South Lake Tahoe, CA?

Braces in South Lake Tahoe 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 South Lake Tahoe do braces?

Yes. None of the 37 South Lake Tahoe 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.

Which South Lake Tahoe braces dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 37 South Lake Tahoe clinics offering braces lists Saturday hours, including Barton Community Health Center. 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 South Lake Tahoe?

37 South Lake Tahoe clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for South Lake Tahoe

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 40 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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