3 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 2 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →
Best overall for braces: Summer Smile Dental Wilmington, ranked #1 of 3 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 104 Google reviews, evening hours and Saturday hours.
Best specialist (orthodontist): Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Wilmington, CA, an orthodontist on staff, 4.2★ from 191 Google reviews.
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3 Wilmington clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 2 list an orthodontist and 1 opens Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them.
| Rank | Clinic | Service score | Specialist on staff | Rating (reviews) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Summer Smile Dental Wilmington | 80 | Yes (orthodontist) | 5.0★ (104) |
| 2 | Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Wilmington, CA | 67 | Yes (orthodontist) | 4.2★ (191) |
| 3 | Farwest Dental Group | 37 | — | — |
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.
Ranked #1 for braces in Wilmington
1239 N Avalon Blvd, Wilmington, CA 90744
Ranked #1 for braces in Wilmington: an orthodontist on staff; 5.0★ from 104 Google reviews.
1610 N Avalon Blvd, Wilmington, CA 90744
Ranked #2 for braces in Wilmington: an orthodontist on staff; 4.2★ from 191 Google reviews.
1704 N Avalon Blvd, Wilmington, CA 90744, United States
Ranked #3 for braces in Wilmington on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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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.
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.
2 of Wilmington's 3 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Wilmington
Typical ranges in USD for Wilmington, CA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.
| Type | Typical range (USD) | Basis | As of |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | $4,200–$9,800 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California | — |
| Ceramic braces | $5,600–$11,200 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California | — |
| Self-ligating braces | $4,900–$11,200 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California | — |
| Lingual braces | $11,200–$16,800 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California | — |
Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full braces cost guide for Wilmington
Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.
| Fact | Typically |
|---|---|
| Typical visits | A consultation, a fitting visit, then adjustments every 4–8 weeks |
| Chair time | About 1–2 hours to fit; adjustments take 15–30 minutes |
| Recovery | Soreness for a few days after fitting and after adjustments |
| When to see a specialist | Most braces cases, and always for jaw growth issues, severe crowding or bite problems |
We scored 3 Wilmington clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.
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| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Wilmington data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 45% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Review volume | 15% | log10(review count) against the city maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews in the last 12 months | Measured |
| Access | 15% | Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patients | Measured |
| Services | 10% | Services offered out of 17 | Measured |
| Profile completeness | 5% | Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photos | Measured |