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Best Orthodontists in Bakersfield, CA (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Top DR Score among orthodontists: CaliDental, 4.5★ from 649 Google reviews, open Saturdays until 3 PM.

  2. 2

    Best for weekend appointments: Southwest Family Dentistry, 4.8★ from 838 Google reviews, open Saturdays until 4 PM.

  3. 4

    Best for evenings: River Lakes Dental Group and Orthodontics, 4.5★ from 587 Google reviews, open evenings until 7 PM.

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19 of Bakersfield’s 194 clinics have an orthodontist on staff, as of October 2026. 6 of them open Saturdays and 1 stay open after 6pm. They offer 11 of our 17 tracked services on average.

Top 10 orthodontists in Bakersfield at a glance

Top 10 orthodontists in Bakersfield at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1CaliDental744.5★ (649)SatTop DR Score among orthodontists
2Southwest Family Dentistry724.8★ (838)SatBest for weekend appointments
3JUST FOR KIDS714.8★ (355)Sat—
4River Lakes Dental Group and Orthodontics714.5★ (587)EveningsBest for evenings
5Kern Kids Dental684.8★ (161)——
6Bright Dental Care674.8★ (180)——
7CaliDental Niles674.4★ (598)——
8Gentle Dental Rosedale664.3★ (323)——
9Western Dental & Orthodontics664.1★ (670)Sat—
10Smyle Dental Bakersfield664.9★ (850)——

The 19 orthodontists in Bakersfield, ranked

Ordered by DR Score, a 0–100 score from 6 published factors. Scores refresh weekly.

  1. Ranked #1 in Bakersfield

    #1 CaliDental

    4221 S H St, Bakersfield, CA 93304

    74/100

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 649 Google reviews, 649 Google reviews.

    • 4.5from 649 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at CaliDentalFull profile(661) 558-0022
    In their words

    Patients seeking beautiful smiles they can feel confident about can turn to CaliDental for premium, warm, friendly care. The dental team puts even the most anxious patients at ease. Services include professional cleanings, fillings, crowns, bridges, root canals, dental implants, dentures, Invisalign® clear aligners, veneers, teeth whitening, and orthodontic treatments for patients suffering from gum disease, tooth decay, crooked or missing teeth, and other oral health issues.

    From CaliDental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  4. #4 River Lakes Dental Group and Orthodontics

    9510 Hageman Rd B, Bakersfield, CA 93312

    71/100

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 587 Google reviews, 587 Google reviews.

    • 4.5from 587 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–7 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at River Lakes Dental Group and OrthodonticsFull profile(661) 829-2700
    In their words

    As a Smile Generation Trusted office, we welcome you to River Lakes Dental Group and Orthodontics! With state-of-the-art infection control procedures in place, our #1 goal is to keep you and your family safe. We provide comprehensive specialty services with advanced, proven technology and offer customized financial solutions for you. We are proud to be your complete Bakersfield dental provider with services including Teledentistry, Same-Day Dental Crowns, Boost Whitening,…

    From River Lakes Dental Group and Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  7. #7 CaliDental Niles

    3318 Niles St, Bakersfield, CA 93306

    67/100

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.4★ from 598 Google reviews, 598 Google reviews.

    • 4.4from 598 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at CaliDental NilesFull profile(661) 495-5535
    In their words

    Patients seeking beautiful smiles they can feel confident about visiting CaliDental in Bakersfield for premium, warm, friendly care. The dental team puts even the most anxious patients at ease. Services include professional cleanings, fillings, crowns, bridges, root canals, dental implants, dentures, Invisalign® clear aligners, veneers, teeth whitening, and orthodontic treatments for patients suffering from gum disease, tooth decay, crooked or missing teeth, and other oral…

    From CaliDental Niles's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  8. #8 Gentle Dental Rosedale

    9600 Rosedale Hwy Ste A, Bakersfield, CA 93312

    66/100

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.3★ from 323 Google reviews, 323 Google reviews.

    • 4.3from 323 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Gentle Dental RosedaleFull profile(661) 347-0451
    In their words

    When you need a dentist in the Bakersfield, CA, our Bakersfield Dedicated Dental can assist you seven days a week by appointment. We strive to be just as gentle on your time as we are during your treatments, so we have evening hours and weekend appointments. It shouldn't be hard finding a time to visit our conveniently located office between Calloway and Rosedale.

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

  9. #9 Western Dental & Orthodontics

    3401 Coffee Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93308, United States

    66/100

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.1★ from 670 Google reviews, 670 Google reviews.

    • 4.1from 670 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Western Dental & OrthodonticsFull profile(661) 695-3044
    In their words

    We make high quality dental care convenient and affordable at our Western Dental office located near you. Our friendly and experienced dental professionals provide a wide range of family dental services including orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry and emergency dental care. Our general dentists, specialists and hygienists are all under one roof. Which means that treatment for implants, braces, or periodontal care can take place in the same office. Here, we gladly treat…

    From Western Dental & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  11. #11 Western Dental & Orthodontics

    1201 24th St, Bakersfield, CA 93301

    63/100

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.3★ from 1,048 Google reviews, the most Google reviews in Bakersfield (1,048).

    • 4.3from 1,048 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryEmergency careImplantsCrownsBondingCosmeticFull restoration

    Book appointment at Western Dental & OrthodonticsFull profile(661) 281-0148
    In their words

    We make high quality dental care convenient and affordable at our Western Dental office located near you. Our friendly and experienced dental professionals provide a wide range of family dental services including orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry and emergency dental care. Our general dentists, specialists and hygienists are all under one roof. Which means that treatment for implants, braces, or periodontal care can take place in the same office. Here, we gladly treat…

    From Western Dental & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  12. #12 Bakersfield Kids' Dentistry and Orthodontics

    1403 Allen Rd Ste 1000, Bakersfield, CA 93314, United States

    63/100

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.3★ from 157 Google reviews, 157 Google reviews.

    • 4.3from 157 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Bakersfield Kids' Dentistry and OrthodonticsFull profile(661) 368-0934
    In their words

    As a Smile Generation Trusted office, Bakersfield Kids' Dentistry and Orthodontics is your neighborhood pediatric dentist designed to provide your child with high-quality dentistry and deliver that care in a safe, warm and fun environment. We love kids as much as we love dentistry! We are proud to be your child's complete Bakersfield pediatric dental provider by offering you great pediatric specialty services using advanced, proven technology.

    From Bakersfield Kids' Dentistry and Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  14. #14 North Bakersfield Dental Office of Ching L. Lim, DMD & Wei-Chang Yeh DDS, Orthodontist

    215 China Grade Loop, Bakersfield, CA 93308

    60/100

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and services: 4.4★ from 37 Google reviews, 17 of 17 services offered.

    • 4.4from 37 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at North Bakersfield Dental Office of Ching L. Lim, DMD & Wei-Chang Yeh DDS, OrthodontistFull profile(661) 399-1058

  19. #19 Comfort Dental Orthodontics

    3833 Ming Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93309

    55/100

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and review volume: 3.8★ from 46 Google reviews, 46 Google reviews.

    • 3.8from 46 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryEmergency careImplantsCrownsBondingCosmeticFull restoration

    Book appointment at Comfort Dental OrthodonticsFull profile(800) 400-3333
    In their words

    Orthodontics and Braces PPO Insurance and Medicaid (Denti-Cal) Accepted Since 2000, we have made it our mission to improve the lives of children by making oral health care accessible. We are very proud and grateful for the many families who have called Smileland their dental home, and in particular, our past patients who have returned and entrusted their children's dental care to us.

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

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How we ranked Bakersfield dentists

This list covers the 19 Bakersfield clinics that have an orthodontist on staff. We scored 19 Bakersfield clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 68 were excluded (1 closed and 67 duplicate listings). Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.

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DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Bakersfield 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

Best Orthodontists in Bakersfield, CA: frequently asked questions

Who are the orthodontists in Bakersfield?

19 Bakersfield clinics have an orthodontist on staff in our data. By DR Score, the highest-ranked are CaliDental, Southwest Family Dentistry and JUST FOR KIDS. These counts come from clinic hours and profile data as of October 2026, re-checked every week.

Which of these Bakersfield clinics are open on Saturday?

6 of the 19 clinics on this page open on Saturdays. The highest-ranked are CaliDental, Southwest Family Dentistry and JUST FOR KIDS, and CaliDental opens 9 AM–3 PM. These counts come from clinic hours and profile data as of October 2026, re-checked every week.

Which Bakersfield clinics on this page are open late?

1 of the 19 clinics on this page stay open after 6pm on at least one weekday. River Lakes Dental Group and Orthodontics has the latest weekday hours, until 7 PM on Wednesdays.

How are orthodontists in Bakersfield ranked?

Each clinic has one DR Score from 0 to 100, built from 6 published factors: reputation, review volume, recency, access, services and profile completeness. This page lists the 19 Bakersfield clinics that have an orthodontist on staff, in DR Score order. No clinic pays for its position.

Update log for Bakersfield

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 194 clinics.
  2. : 67 duplicate listings merged.
  3. : 1 closed clinic removed.

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