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Best Braces Dentists in South Pasadena, CA (2026)

42 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 3 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for braces: Wu Orthodontics | South Pasadena, ranked #1 of 42 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 86 Google reviews, 5 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

  2. 2

    Best specialist (orthodontist): SmileHaus Orthodontics, an orthodontist on staff, 4.8★ from 96 Google reviews, 2 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

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42 South Pasadena clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 3 list an orthodontist and 11 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in South Pasadena at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in South Pasadena at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Wu Orthodontics | South Pasadena85Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (86)5
2SmileHaus Orthodontics83Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (96)2
3Adrian Sanchez, D.D.S73———
4Arroyo Parkway Dental73———
5Little Crown Pediatric Dentistry73———
6Santoro Dentistry73———
7SUPERB DENTAL CARE73———
8Tso, Vincent J. DMD FACP73———
9Little Crown Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics | South Pasadena, Fair Oaks St68Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (24)—
10Aaron Tran67———

The 42 best braces dentists in South Pasadena, 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.

  4. #4 Arroyo Parkway Dental

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for braces in South Pasadena 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

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    In their words

    We opened our location in 2020. Fully renovated and ready to serve our community! At Arroyo Parkway Dental, our care and compassion for our patients will shine through. Comfort, honesty, and dentistry built to last, are not just words for us, they are our goals.

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

  6. #6 Santoro Dentistry

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for braces in South Pasadena 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

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    In their words

    At Santoro Dentistry, your dentist in Pasadena, we are committed to giving you a beautiful and healthy smile. Our expert skills and compassionate care coupled with utilizing the latest advances in dental technology make every visit to our practice a positive, comfortable, and stress-free experience. Proudly serving the Pasadena community and the surrounding areas of South Pasadena, Altadena, La Cañada Flintridge, Glendale, Eagle Rock and San Marino for over 40 years, our…

    From Santoro Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  9. #9 Little Crown Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics | South Pasadena, Fair Oaks St

    1525 Fair Oaks Ave, South Pasadena, CA 91030

    68/100

    Ranked #9 for braces in South Pasadena: an orthodontist on staff; 4.8★ from 24 Google reviews.

    • 4.8from 24 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–4:30 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–2 PM · Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    InvisalignBraces

    Book appointment at Little Crown Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics | South Pasadena, Fair Oaks StFull profile(626) 631-7699

  21. #21 City Dental: Cadaoas Josephine D DDS

    711 Fair Oaks Ave # B, South Pasadena, CA 91030

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in South Pasadena: evening hours and Saturday hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at City Dental: Cadaoas Josephine D DDSFull profile(626) 799-9909

  22. #22 Huntington Dental Excellence

    1730 Huntington Dr Suite #202, South Pasadena, CA 91030

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in South Pasadena: evening hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 6 AM–6 PM · Tue–Thu 6 AM–7 PM · Fri 6 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Huntington Dental ExcellenceFull profile(626) 382-2756
    In their words

    When you visit our office, your smile is our top priority. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with the personalized, gentle care that you deserve. Located in South Pasadena, our office embodies the tranquil, relaxed and friendly atmosphere while still maintaining a completely up-to-date and professional yet caring environment.

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

  25. #25 Dr. Hala Al-Tarifi, DDS

    1730 Huntington Dr #102, South Pasadena, CA 91030, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in South Pasadena: Saturday hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Hala Al-Tarifi, DDSFull profile(626) 799-2990

All 42 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #42, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Jennifer Cha, DMD, MS47Sat
27Sinai Dental Practice47Sat
28Pallares Bernard J DDS47Evenings
29Dr. Kenneth K. Chan, DDS43Sat
30Healthy Smile Family Dentistry43Sat
31Mission Dental43Sat
32Katow Vincent DDS43Sat
33Dentists of South Pasadena37
34Huntington Oral Surgery and Implant Center37
35Jennifer Chen DDS37
36South Pasadena Dental Group37
37South Pasadena Oral & MaxillofacialSurgery37
38Kent Wilson DDS, Inc & Harringer Dental37
39Dr. Peter Pappas33
40South Pasadena Dental: Schar Iriena DDS33
41Elements Dental Office33
42South Pasadena Smiles33

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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.

3 of South Pasadena's 42 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in South Pasadena

How much do braces cost in South Pasadena?

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

How much do braces cost in South Pasadena?
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 Pasadena

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 Pasadena braces dentists

We scored 42 South Pasadena 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 South Pasadena 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 South Pasadena: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in South Pasadena?

Wu Orthodontics | South Pasadena ranks #1 of 42 South Pasadena clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 4.9★ from 86 Google reviews. SmileHaus 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 South Pasadena, CA?

Braces in South Pasadena 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 Pasadena do braces?

Yes. 39 of the 42 South Pasadena clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 3 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 South Pasadena braces dentists are open on Saturday?

11 of 42 South Pasadena clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including City Dental, City Dental: Cadaoas Josephine D DDS and Jacqueline C Aguillon DDS. 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 Pasadena?

42 South Pasadena clinics list braces in our data. 3 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Wu Orthodontics | South Pasadena and SmileHaus Orthodontics. 11 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for South Pasadena

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 50 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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