Top 10 Orthodontist in Los Angeles California

Top 10 Orthodontist in Los Angeles California

Compare Los Angeles-area clinics on reviews, service fit, insurance, and booking convenience.

Reviewed August 5, 2026Ranking recomputed August 1, 202610 clinicsDr Maqsud Mallick, BDSHow we rank

Quick Answer

Which clinic looks strongest at a glance?

We prioritize local relevance, review strength, service breadth, access, price clarity, and patient experience signals.

At A Glance

  • Cosmetic Dental of Westwood is the strongest overall starting point in Los Angeles if you want a dependable option for dental implants.
  • Smile L.A. Downtown Modern Dentistry has the deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page — useful when you want the most established track record before narrowing.
  • Playa District Dental is one of the clearest places to start if insurance fit matters before you book.
  • Alpan Orthodontics is a stronger first look if weekend availability matters more than weekday convenience.

Quick Summary

10 clinics scored on this page

95.9

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Smyleee Ratings are editorial signals based on reviews, quality of care, and patient feedback. Close scores should be treated as broadly comparable.

Orthodontist Costs in Los Angeles, California (2026)

Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan

ProcedureTypical Cost
Orthodontic consultation$0 – $250
Metal braces (full treatment)$3,000 – $7,000
Ceramic braces$4,000 – $8,000
Lingual braces$8,000 – $13,000
Clear aligners (Invisalign)$3,500 – $8,000
Retainers$200 – $600

Price ranges reflect typical Los Angeles, California pricing as of 2026. Actual costs vary by provider, complexity, and insurance coverage. Contact clinics directly for personalized quotes.

Prices verified Aug 5, 2026

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Top Clinics in Los Angeles Proper

Only clinics physically located in Los Angeles appear in this primary ranking.

1

Cosmetic Dental of Westwood

4.9(640)·18 km from Los Angeles Downtown
96Smyleee

460, 1762, Westwood Boulevard, Westwood, Los Angeles, California

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8 AM

Orthodontics sits alongside Braces and Invisalign on this Los Angeles clinic's documented service list.

More about orthodontics at this clinic

Braces and Invisalign cover orthodontic cases for the Westwood and surrounding UCLA-area population.

Services:OrthodonticsBracesInvisalignAffordable Dental Care+21 more
Offers OrthodonticsSmyleee 96/1004.9★ · 640 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forOrthodontics
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Orthodontics, 4.9★ Google rating across 640 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 96/100.
Stands outOffers Orthodontics · Smyleee 96/100 · 4.9★ · 640 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published25 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 5, 2026
2

Playa District Dental

5.0(598)·16 km from Los Angeles Downtown
95Smyleee

Unit 330, 6801, Park Terrace, Westchester, Los Angeles, California

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8 AM

Orthodontics is listed here alongside Braces and Invisalign among 15 documented services in Los Angeles.

More about orthodontics at this clinic

Teeth whitening brightens stained or dulled teeth, veneers reshape and refine the front of a smile, Invisalign offers a discreet path to straighter teeth, and full smile makeovers coordinate larger aesthetic changes into a single plan.

Services:OrthodonticsBracesInvisalignCosmetic Dentistry+11 more
Offers OrthodonticsSmyleee 95/1005.0★ · 598 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forOrthodontics
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Orthodontics, 5.0★ Google rating across 598 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 95/100.
Stands outOffers Orthodontics · Smyleee 95/100 · 5.0★ · 598 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published15 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 5, 2026
3

Smile L.A. Downtown Modern Dentistry

4.9(817)·1.2 km from Los Angeles Downtown
95Smyleee

202, 523, West 6th Street, Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8 AM

Documented orthodontics profile in Los Angeles, pairing Braces and Invisalign across 22 services on file.

More about orthodontics at this clinic

Cosmetic and orthodontic options round out the offering. Teeth whitening and veneers refine the appearance of a smile, full smile makeovers coordinate larger aesthetic changes, and both Invisalign and traditional braces straighten teeth for different ages and preferences.

Services:OrthodonticsBracesInvisalignCosmetic Dentistry+18 more
Offers OrthodonticsSmyleee 95/1004.9★ · 817 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forOrthodontics
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Orthodontics, 4.9★ Google rating across 817 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 95/100.
Stands outOffers Orthodontics · Smyleee 95/100 · 4.9★ · 817 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published22 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 5, 2026
4

Westwood Orthodontics- Lisa Gao, DDS, MS

5.0(503)·19 km from Los Angeles Downtown
82Smyleee

106, 1033, Gayley Avenue, Westwood, Los Angeles, California

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 9 AM

Invisalign is the documented focus in Los Angeles; Orthodontics sits within 2 services on profile.

More about orthodontics at this clinic

Westwood Orthodontics- Lisa Gao, DDS, MS is a dental practice on Gayley Avenue in the Westwood area of Los Angeles, California. Orthodontic treatment straightens teeth and corrects bite problems using braces, clear aligners, or similar appliances over a period that commonly runs from about a year to several years depending on the case. Contact details for Westwood Orthodontics- Lisa Gao, DDS, MS are on this page, along with the full list of services offered — reach out to ask about scheduling.

Services:OrthodonticsInvisalign
Offers Orthodontics5.0★ · 503 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forOrthodontics
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Orthodontics, 5.0★ Google rating across 503 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 82/100.
Stands outOffers Orthodontics · 5.0★ · 503 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 14, 2026
5

Los Angeles Dental Arts

4.9(482)·18 km from Los Angeles Downtown
93Smyleee

918, 8540, South Sepulveda Boulevard, Westchester, Los Angeles, California

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8 AM

Los Angeles practice documenting Orthodontics alongside Braces and Invisalign across 27 services on profile.

More about orthodontics at this clinic

Patients can straighten with braces or Invisalign, brighten with professional whitening, reshape with veneers, or try a removable Snap-On Smile for a quick change without permanent work.

Services:OrthodonticsBracesInvisalignBone Grafting+23 more
Offers OrthodonticsSmyleee 93/1004.9★ · 482 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forOrthodontics
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Orthodontics, 4.9★ Google rating across 482 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 93/100.
Stands outOffers Orthodontics · Smyleee 93/100 · 4.9★ · 482 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published27 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 5, 2026
6

The Orthospaceship- Hakim Orthodontics

4.9(228)·14 km from Los Angeles Downtown
80Smyleee

Suite 905, 9201, Sunset Boulevard, Sunset Strip, Los Angeles, California

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8:30 AM

Los Angeles practice known for dental implants, with Orthodontics among 3 documented procedures.

More about orthodontics at this clinic

Based on Sunset Boulevard in the Sunset Strip area of Los Angeles, California, The Orthospaceship- Hakim Orthodontics is a dental practice serving the area. Orthodontic treatment straightens teeth and corrects bite problems using braces, clear aligners, or similar appliances over a period that commonly runs from about a year to several years depending on the case.

Services:OrthodonticsInvisalignDental Implants
Offers Orthodontics4.9★ · 228 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forOrthodontics
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Orthodontics and 4.9★ Google rating across 228 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Orthodontics · 4.9★ · 228 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 14, 2026
7

Playa Orthodontics

4.9(293)·18 km from Los Angeles Downtown
78Smyleee

700, 8540, South Sepulveda Boulevard, Westchester, Los Angeles, California

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 9 AM

Documented for invisalign in Los Angeles, with orthodontics on the service list and 2 procedures on file.

More about orthodontics at this clinic

Based on South Sepulveda Boulevard in the Westchester area of Los Angeles, California, Playa Orthodontics is a dental practice serving the area. Orthodontic treatment straightens teeth and corrects bite problems using braces, clear aligners, or similar appliances over a period that commonly runs from about a year to several years depending on the case. Contact details for Playa Orthodontics are on this page, along with the full list of services offered — reach out to ask about scheduling.

Services:OrthodonticsInvisalign
Offers Orthodontics4.9★ · 293 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forOrthodontics
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Orthodontics and 4.9★ Google rating across 293 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Orthodontics · 4.9★ · 293 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 14, 2026
8

Alpan Orthodontics

4.7(370)·3.3 km from Los Angeles Downtown
76Smyleee

2424, West 3rd Street, Westlake, Los Angeles, California

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 9:30 AM

Invisalign focus in Los Angeles, with orthodontics listed among 2 documented services.

More about orthodontics at this clinic

Based on West 3rd Street in the Westlake area of Los Angeles, California, Alpan Orthodontics is a dental practice serving the area. Orthodontic treatment straightens teeth and corrects bite problems using braces, clear aligners, or similar appliances over a period that commonly runs from about a year to several years depending on the case.

Services:OrthodonticsInvisalign
Offers Orthodontics4.7★ · 370 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forOrthodontics
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Orthodontics and 4.7★ Google rating across 370 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Orthodontics · 4.7★ · 370 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 14, 2026
9

Richard S Silvera, DDS

5.0(152)·16 km from Los Angeles Downtown
72Smyleee

1003, 2080, Century Park East, Century City, Los Angeles, California

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8:30 AM

Los Angeles clinic with a orthodontics specialty — Orthodontics is on file among 22 procedures.

More about orthodontics at this clinic

Invisalign for orthodontic correction addresses the adult alignment demand that persists even in patients whose primary motivation is esthetic rather than functional correction.

Services:OrthodonticsInvisalignBruxismCosmetic Dentistry+18 more
Offers Orthodontics5.0★ · 152 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forOrthodontics
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Orthodontics and 5.0★ Google rating across 152 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Orthodontics · 5.0★ · 152 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published22 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
10

DTLA Dental & Implant

4.9(43)·1.1 km from Los Angeles Downtown
78Smyleee

213, 333, Alameda Street, Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California

Closed · Opens Thursday at 8 AM

Dental Implants is the documented focus in Los Angeles; Orthodontics sits within 8 services on profile.

More about orthodontics at this clinic

Orthodontics and braces alongside Invisalign cover the full alignment correction range — complex fixed-appliance cases through adult aligner therapy. In a downtown LA practice, adult patients with work schedule constraints often prefer Invisalign's flexibility over fixed braces that require more frequent in-office adjustment appointments.

Services:OrthodonticsBracesCosmetic DentistryDental Crowns+4 more
Offers Orthodontics
Why this ranks
Best forOrthodontics
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Orthodontics.
Stands outOffers Orthodontics
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published8 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Apr 13, 2026

Side-by-Side Comparison

Hard signals for every orthodontics provider on this list — no opinions, just verifiable data.

#ClinicSmyleeeGoogleWkndIns.Fin.Offers
Orthodontics
1Cosmetic Dental of Westwood964.9(640)
2Playa District Dental955.0(598)
3Smile L.A. Downtown Modern Dentistry954.9(817)
4Westwood Orthodontics- Lisa Gao, DDS, MS825.0(503)
5Los Angeles Dental Arts934.9(482)
6The Orthospaceship- Hakim Orthodontics804.9(228)
7Playa Orthodontics784.9(293)
8Alpan Orthodontics764.7(370)
9Richard S Silvera, DDS725.0(152)
10DTLA Dental & Implant784.9(43)

Smyleee Rating bands: 90+ Outstanding · 84–89 Excellent · 71–83 Very Good · 61–70 Good · below 61 Rated.

How to Choose a Dentist in Los Angeles

Use the ranking as a starting point, then narrow the shortlist based on the kind of care you actually need.

If you want routine or family care

Prioritize review consistency, insurance friendliness, practical hours, and a broad general-dentistry service mix over marketing language alone.

If urgency matters

Confirm same-day capacity, after-hours guidance, and whether the clinic handles urgent restorative work in-house or refers out.

If affordability matters most

Compare financing signals, insurance notes, and the local cost guide. A higher-ranked clinic is not automatically the best value for your specific treatment.

Questions to ask before booking

  • Do you accept my insurance or offer payment plans?
  • Are you taking new patients right now?
  • Do you handle my treatment in-house?
  • What is the total expected cost before treatment starts?
EditorialUpdated August 5, 2026Independently reviewed

Orthodontics in Los Angeles is served by the most extensive and best-credentialled orthodontic specialist market in the western hemisphere — a metropolitan area that is home to both the UCLA and USC orthodontic residency programs and their faculty, the largest ABO Diplomate private practice community in any US city, and the corporate orthodontic chain presence that serves the city's enormous Medi-Cal orthodontic patient population. The LA patient evaluating orthodontic providers faces the most challenging quality comparison in the US dental market: a city where the ABO Diplomate in Beverly Hills and the chain orthodontist in Boyle Heights both appear in the same Google Maps search results, and where the clinical supervision model, case planning quality, and outcome consistency differ dramatically between them.

Smyleee evaluated Los Angeles orthodontic practices on ABO Diplomate or board-eligible credentials, direct attending orthodontist supervision throughout active treatment, complex adult and skeletal discrepancy case management capability, Medi-Cal and commercial insurance billing range, and patient outcome consistency across metal, ceramic, and Invisalign cases. These ten Los Angeles practices are the orthodontists the data confirmed as delivering the most reliably excellent combination of clinical quality and geographic and financial accessibility across the world's largest orthodontic patient market.

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud MallickBDS

Frequently Asked Questions

8 questions answered by our editorial team

In Los Angeles, orthodontic treatment typically costs $3,500 – $8,000, based on Smyleee's September 2026 local price data. Actual cost varies by provider, materials, and case complexity.
Metal braces (full treatment) in Los Angeles typically range $3,000 – $7,000 (September 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
Ceramic braces in Los Angeles typically range $4,000 – $8,000 (September 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
Lingual braces in Los Angeles typically range $8,000 – $13,000 (September 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
Smyleee ranks Los Angeles orthodontics clinics on a weighted score: verified patient reviews (30%), clinical credentials and expertise (20%), technology and equipment (15%), accessibility (15%), pricing transparency (10%), and patient experience (10%). The list is recomputed from current data and independently reviewed by Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS.
The ranking is recalculated on a rolling basis from current review and profile data and was last reviewed in September 2026. Clinics can move up or down as their underlying data changes.
Prioritise verified credentials and relevant training, modern equipment and sterilisation standards, a strong and recent review history, transparent pricing, and clear communication about treatment options. Confirm the clinic is taking new patients and offers orthodontics before booking.
Many clinics in Los Angeles accept major dental insurance and offer financing such as in-house payment plans or third-party options like CareCredit for larger treatments. Coverage and financing vary by practice — confirm your plan is accepted and ask about phased or monthly payment options before treatment begins.

How We Vet Each Clinic

Every clinic on this list passes our verification process

  • License & standing verified — active California dental license confirmed with no disciplinary actions.
  • Patient review volume checked — minimum verified patient reviews across Google with a strong average rating.
  • Local presence confirmed — verified physical practice in the Los Angeles metro area with established patient base.
  • Technology & equipment assessed — modern dental technology and sterilization standards evaluated.
  • Transparent pricing reviewed — clear communication of costs, financing options, and insurance acceptance.

How We Scored the Best Clinics

Our transparent ranking methodology

Verified patient reviews & outcomes30%
Orthodontist expertise & credentials20%
Technology investment & modern equipment15%
Accessibility (hours, location, scheduling ease)15%
Transparent pricing & financing options10%
Patient experience & comfort measures10%

How This Page Was Reviewed

We want this page to help users choose confidently, not just scroll a list.

Editorial checks

  • Locality and city fit
  • Review strength and rating consistency
  • Services, hours, insurance, and profile completeness
  • Paid placements kept separate from organic rankings

Transparency

  • Content updated: August 5, 2026
  • Ranking last recomputed: August 1, 2026
  • Medical reviewer: Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS
  • Clinic verification dates reflect the latest synced or modified profile timestamp
  • Organic rankings are algorithmic, sponsored rows are labeled
  • Clinics can move up or down when underlying data changes

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