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5 Best Orthodontists in Los Angeles (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Elara Kestrel
By Elara Kestrel, Health and Medical Expert · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

Straightening teeth in Los Angeles is as much about finding an office you'll actually enjoy visiting for the next year or two as it is about the technical work, and the orthodontists in Los Angeles below have earned that trust at scale. Between them these practices have logged nearly 3,800 Google reviews, with the top pick alone sitting on 1,274 reviews at 4.9 stars.

Short answer: My LA Braces leads with a 4.9 rating across 1,274 reviews, the deepest track record on this page, treating both kids and adults with braces and Invisalign. Gem Orthodontics (5.0, 581 reviews) and McComb Orthodontics (5.0, 276 reviews) are close runners-up. Most offer a free initial consultation before any treatment plan.
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Los Angeles orthodontists compared

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 My LA Braces - Be Confident and Smile Freely 4.9 ★ 1,274 Complex cases other offices turned down View ›
2 Smile L.A. Downtown Modern Dentistry 4.9 ★ 836 Full dental care alongside orthodontics View ›
3 Gem orthodontics LA 5.0 ★ 581 Families with young kids starting braces View ›
4 L.A. Dental Braces 4.7 ★ 841 Affordable, fast-turnaround visits View ›
5 McComb Orthodontics West Hollywood 5.0 ★ 276 Adults seeking a boutique, discreet experience View ›
5 Best Orthodontists in Los Angeles (2026)

Our picks, reviewed

My LA Braces - Be Confident and Smile Freely logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

My LA Braces - Be Confident and Smile Freely

4.91,274 Google reviews

My LA Braces, led by Dr. Shahab Parsa in Montebello, is a family orthodontic practice offering braces and Invisalign for kids, teens, and adults, continuing what the site calls the Hyman Orthodontics family legacy since 1962. The practice states it has treated over 20,000 smiles and offers payment plans alongside a free consultation.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe the practice taking on cases other orthodontists declined
  • Multiple clients praise Dr. Parsa's calm, patient bedside manner
  • Customers mention reasonable pricing even for complex, multi-year cases
  • Deepest review history of any practice on this page, at 1,274
Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume1,274 · 97th
Confidencevery high
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown97% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The combination of review depth and a willingness to handle difficult cases makes this the strongest first call, especially if another orthodontist has already said no.

Website+1323-726-8300 Directions

3533 W Beverly Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640

Smile L.A. Downtown Modern Dentistry logo
#2🕑 Open 4 days/wk

Smile L.A. Downtown Modern Dentistry

4.9836 Google reviews

Smile L.A. Downtown Modern Dentistry is a full-service dental practice in downtown LA offering general, cosmetic, and pediatric dentistry alongside orthodontic-adjacent services like endodontics. Reviewers describe multiple dentists on staff and a range of procedures beyond straightening teeth alone.

What people praise

  • Reviewers praise the office for thorough imaging and detailed treatment plans
  • Customers describe never feeling rushed during appointments
  • Multiple dentists get named, individual praise from patients
  • Strong review volume at 836

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer noted costs run a bit higher than other dentists in the area
Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume836 · 86th
Confidencevery high
Recency3 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown94% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong choice if you want a single office for both general dental work and orthodontic-related care, with the caveat that pricing may run above average.

Website Book now+1213-570-8775 Directions

523 W 6th St #202, Los Angeles, CA 90014

Gem orthodontics LA logo
#3🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Gem orthodontics LA

5.0581 Google reviews

Gem Orthodontics, based on West Olympic Boulevard, is an orthodontic practice serving children and teens for braces consultations and treatment. Reviewers frequently mention bringing young kids in for their first consultation and describe staff explaining the process in kid-friendly terms.

What people praise

  • Perfect 5.0 rating across 581 reviews
  • Parents repeatedly describe staff as extremely friendly with young children
  • Reviewers say every question gets answered clearly during first visits
  • High volume of consistently positive, recent reviews
Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles
Rating5 / 5
Review volume581 · 81th
Confidencevery high
Recency5 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown98% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A great pick for parents bringing a young child in for their first orthodontic consultation, given how often reviewers highlight the staff's patience with kids.

Website+1213-768-9208 Directions

2880 W Olympic Blvd #201, Los Angeles, CA 90006

L.A. Dental Braces logo
#4🕑 Open 4 days/wk

L.A. Dental Braces

4.7841 Google reviews

L.A. Dental Braces, located on Wilshire Boulevard, is an orthodontist and dentist practice offering braces, Invisalign, and retainer work, with reviewers describing both new patients and long-term clients spanning multiple years. The practice offers Saturday hours and same-day accommodations.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe getting in quickly, including on short notice for a broken retainer
  • Multiple clients highlight affordable pricing
  • Staff members get repeat, named praise for friendliness
  • One reviewer with over two years of visits calls every appointment positive

Worth knowing

  • Rating trails the top names on this page slightly
Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume841 · 92th
Confidencehigh
Recency7 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown89% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A solid, budget-friendly option, especially for quick fixes like a lost retainer or fast scheduling on weekends.

Website Book now+1323-600-5287 Directions

1127 Wilshire Blvd Ste 404, Los Angeles, CA 90017

McComb Orthodontics West Hollywood logo
#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk

McComb Orthodontics West Hollywood

5.0276 Google reviews

McComb Orthodontics West Hollywood, part of the multi-location McComb Orthodontics group led by board-certified orthodontists, offers Invisalign, braces, and early treatment for kids, teens, and adults from an office near Cedars-Sinai. The practice describes itself as a Top 1% Invisalign provider with a boutique, patient-first approach.

What people praise

  • Perfect 5.0 rating with nearly every review at five stars
  • Adult patients specifically praise the discreet, professional Invisalign experience
  • Reviewers highlight the office's comfortable, non-clinical atmosphere
  • Multiple board-certified doctors named individually in reviews

Worth knowing

  • Smaller review base than the top names on this page
Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles
Rating5 / 5
Review volume276 · 53th
Confidencehigh
Recency7 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown99% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The clear pick for adults who want a polished, discreet Invisalign experience in a boutique-style office rather than a high-volume clinic.

Website+1310-299-8894 Directions

926 N Sycamore Ave Ste 101, Los Angeles, CA 90038

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Health information disclaimer: This directory is informational only and not medical advice. Rankings reflect publicly available Google ratings and review volume, not clinical outcomes. Verify any practitioner’s credentials and registration with the relevant medical board before booking.

How we score these orthodontists

Rating is the live Google average. Review volume tracks how many patients actually left feedback, ranked against the others on this page. Confidence weighs rating against volume, so a perfect score on a smaller base counts for less than one built on over a thousand. Recency checks how recently people are still reviewing. No practice can pay to change these numbers.

How much do braces or Invisalign cost in Los Angeles? (2026)

Orthodontic treatment cost depends heavily on case complexity, whether you choose braces or Invisalign, and treatment length. None of the practices on this page publish specific fixed prices in the data we reviewed, so get a quote at your consultation, and ask about payment plans.

Serving all of Los Angeles

These practices span downtown LA, West Hollywood, and Montebello, with several also drawing patients from across the greater LA area. If you’re searching for an orthodontist near me in Los Angeles, most of these offices offer a free initial consultation before any treatment commitment.

What to ask before you choose an orthodontist

  • Does the initial consultation include a full treatment plan and cost estimate?
  • Do you offer payment plans or financing for longer treatments?
  • Braces or Invisalign, and which is better suited to my case?
  • How often will I need to come in for adjustments?
  • What happens if I need a retainer replaced after treatment ends?
  • Is the orthodontist board-certified?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these orthodontists?

We looked at real Google ratings, review volume, and how each practice describes its own services, then ranked them with a transparent, non-paid scorecard.

How often is this page updated?

We refresh the data periodically. This page was last verified in August 2026.

What’s the difference between braces and Invisalign?

Braces are fixed to the teeth for the full treatment, while Invisalign uses a series of removable clear aligners, and which one fits your case is something your orthodontist will assess at the consultation.

At what age should a child first see an orthodontist?

Many orthodontists recommend an initial evaluation around age 7, though actual treatment often starts later depending on how the child’s teeth and jaw develop.

The bottom line

My LA Braces stands out for its combination of review depth and a track record with complex cases, making it the safest first call for most patients. For adults specifically wanting a discreet Invisalign experience, McComb Orthodontics West Hollywood is worth a look too.

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