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Best Braces Dentists in Tustin, CA (2026)

76 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 11 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for braces: Life Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 76 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 101 Google reviews, 12 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

  2. 2

    Best specialist (orthodontist): FitSmiles Orthodontics, an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 201 Google reviews, 4 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

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76 Tustin clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 11 list an orthodontist and 32 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 11 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Tustin at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Tustin at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Life Orthodontics82Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (101)12
2FitSmiles Orthodontics79Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (201)4
3Marta Rudat, DDS - Dentist Tustin77Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (380)—
4OC Graceful Smiles77Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (260)—
5Tustin Heights Orthodontics | Linda Phi, DDS, MS, MSD74Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (58)—
6Professional Practice Sales73———
7Transformation Dental Partners73———
8Baum Orthodontics- Tustin73Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (265)2
9Lollipop Dental - Tustin70Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (544)—
10Max Mosslehi, D.M.D., Inc.70Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (74)1

The 76 best braces dentists in Tustin, 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.

  7. #7 Transformation Dental Partners

    13372 Newport Ave Suite G, Tustin, CA 92780

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for braces in Tustin 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 Transformation Dental PartnersFull profile(714) 844-8298
    In their words

    At Transformation Dental Partners, we take a different approach and have a broader vision centered on your entire health. Whether you need routine care or a complete solution for complex dental needs, we offer unique expertise, experience and capabilities in many different areas of dentistry.

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

  13. #13 Gold Coast Dental - Tustin

    275 Centennial Way #109, Tustin, CA 92780, United States

    67/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for braces in Tustin: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Sun 7 AM–7 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Gold Coast Dental - TustinFull profile(714) 832-8089
    In their words

    Tustin Dental Care All that is good begins with a SMILE. When you visit our dental office, your smile is our top priority. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with the personalized, quality dental care that you deserve. When you visit our office you will experience all that modern dentistry has to offer, including a comprehensive list of general, restorative and cosmetic dental services to meet the needs of the whole family. Our goal is to assist each patient in…

    From Gold Coast Dental - Tustin's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 Mehta Dental Group, Tustin

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for braces in Tustin 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 Mehta Dental Group, TustinFull profile
    In their words

    At Mehta Dental Group, we offer advanced general and cosmetic dentistry in five convenient locations — Los Alamitos, Anaheim, Brea, Tustin, and Pico Rivera. Our staff of friendly, experienced professionals and team of dentists are dedicated to providing the best possible dental treatment for you and your family. Specializing in advanced general and cosmetic dentistry , we work with our patients to create a personalized treatment plan to help you achieve your healthiest, most…

    From Mehta Dental Group, Tustin's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Allegra Dental

    12791 Newport Ave #100, Tustin, CA 92780

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for braces in Tustin: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Allegra DentalFull profile(714) 832-8000
    In their words

    Innovative, High-Tech Dentistry and Exceptional, Personalized Care At our practice, we believe a healthy, confident smile can cultivate meaningful relationships, open doors to professional opportunities, and help achieve an overall better quality of life. With the latest equipment, materials, techniques, and a compassionate, accommodating team, we make it happen. We appreciate and value the trust you place in us when you choose our office for comprehensive dental care.

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

  24. #24 Cornerstone Family Dentistry

    181 El Camino Real Suite B, Tustin, CA 92780

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Tustin: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9:30 AM–7 PM · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 11 AM–7 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Cornerstone Family DentistryFull profile(714) 669-9555

  25. #25 Allure Dental Spa Dr. Kanthi J. Appannagari, DDS

    17400 Irvine Blvd Suite E, Tustin, CA 92780

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Tustin: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–6 PM · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 10 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Allure Dental Spa Dr. Kanthi J. Appannagari, DDSFull profile(714) 371-0776

All 76 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #76, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Bella Dental Group57Evenings · Sat
27Tustin Smiles57Evenings · Sat
28Simply Dentistry57Evenings · Sat
29Brian Dental Care (Tustin)53Evenings · Sat
30Universal Dental Group53Evenings · Sat
31Pierce Aesthetics Dental Group of Orange County47Sat
32Market Place Dentistry47Sat
33Tustin Dental Practice: Amelia Orduna-Coe DDS47Sat
34Allure dental spa47Sat
35M Dental Studio - Dr. Matt T. Phan47Sat
36Ocean Pacific Dental47Sat
37Shirley Santos, DDS, Inc. General & Family Dentistry47Sat
38Tustin Dentist Specialist47Sat
39Tustin Legacy Dentistry47Evenings
40Victoria Nguyen DDS47Sat
41Tustin Heights Dental: Sudibjo Thomas S DDS47Sat
42Keon-Jung Timothy Kim Dentistry47Sat
43Rafi Dental Group47Evenings
44Wen Lin Liu DDS47Sat
45Quynci Nguyen Dentistry47Sat
46AA Family Dental Group47Sat
47Archana Pimple DDS Inc.47Sat
48Dr. Mark Avetoom, DDS47Evenings
49Tustin Smile Care47Evenings
50Newhope Dental Inc43Sat
51California Dental Group43Sat
52Dr. Frieda V. Brookshire, DDS43Sat
53Smile Dental Care43Sat
54Tustin Community Dentistry43Sat
55Tustin Dental Care43Evenings
56Magic Smile Dentistry43Sat
57Comfort Dental Spa, Sangita Hablani DDS43Evenings
58Family Orthodontics & Oral Surgery40
59SoCal Smiles Dentistry at Tustin37
60Tustin Dental Center37
61Tustin Dentistry37
62Tustin Endodontics Dr. Farshad Seyedein37
63Tustin Dental Office and Orthodontics37
64Dr. Elizabeth Nguyen37
65First Choice Practice Sales, Inc.37
66Gregory S. Telson, D.D.S.37
67Trinity Dental Arts | Dr. Arsany Labib37
68Zhang Dental Group of Tustin37
69Smiles Advantage - Jerry K. Wu, DMD37
70Dr Stephen Shepherd DDS, Dr Rebecca Hart DDS, Periodontist & Implant Surgery37
71Joseph J. Henry, DDS - Orange Center for Cosmetic Dentistry37
72Tustin Blue Dental Group37
73Sherwood Family Dentistry33
74Dr. Haz Dental33
75Negar Zareh DDS33
76Welcome Dentistry33

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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.

11 of Tustin's 76 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Tustin

How much do braces cost in Tustin?

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

How much do braces cost in Tustin?
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 Tustin

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 Tustin braces dentists

We scored 76 Tustin clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 11 were excluded (11 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 Tustin 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 Tustin: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Tustin?

Life Orthodontics ranks #1 of 76 Tustin clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 101 Google reviews. FitSmiles 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 Tustin, CA?

Braces in Tustin 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 Tustin do braces?

Yes. 65 of the 76 Tustin clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 11 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 Tustin braces dentists are open on Saturday?

32 of 76 Tustin clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including OC Graceful Smiles, Dentistry Now and Gold Coast Dental - Tustin. 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 Tustin?

76 Tustin clinics list braces in our data. 11 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Life Orthodontics and FitSmiles Orthodontics. 32 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 11 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Tustin

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 134 clinics.
  2. : 11 duplicate listings merged.

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