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Best Orthodontists in San Jose, CA

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Our goal is to connect people with the best local professionals. We scored San Jose Orthodontists on more than 25 variables across five categories, and analyzed the results to give you a hand-picked list of the best.

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4010 Moorpark Ave Suite 105, San Jose, CA 95117

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5.0 (120)
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4.8 (49)
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5.0 (25)

Why choose this provider?

Corsa Orthodontics is a high-quality, full-service orthodontics clinic in San Jose, CA that specializes in braces and Invisalign for adults and children in the San Francisco Bay Area. Dr. Christopher Corsa is a board-certified, award-winning orthodontist with degrees from Harvard and Columbia universities and is ranked in the top 1% of Invisalign providers nationwide. Corsa Orthodontics is a VIP Diamond Invisalign provider and offers other orthodontic treatments such as jaw surgeries, TMJ treatments, and treatments for overbite, underbite, and other common orthodontic problems.

San Jose, CA 95111

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4.5 (107)

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A San Jose dental office, Care Orthodontics specializes in retention, orthodontic retreatment and continued care, jaw surgery, and adult and pediatric orthodontics. Customers speak highly of their friendly staff, easy payment plans, professional manner, up to date equipment, and efficient treatments.

San Jose, CA 95116

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5.0 (81)

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Serving the San Jose, Palo Alto, and surrounding areas, Phan Orthodontics offers over 15 years of experience. The company specializes in adult orthodontic treatment, orthodontic retention, Opal® Seal, Invisalign®, jaw surgery, and early orthodontic treatment. They hold the 2015 Patients’ Choice Award in San Jose Dentist.

San Jose, CA 95116

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4.0 (17)

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A family-owned business, Kai Orthodontics serves the Campbell and San Jose areas for over 35 years. They specialize in braces, sleep apnea, dentofacial and craniofacial orthodontics, propel orthodontics, TMJ-TMD treatment, and surgical orthodontics. The company is a member of the Santa Clara Denta Society, Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontist, American Board of Orthodontics, and more.

San Jose, CA 95124

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5.0 (47)

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A 2016 Invisalign® Elite Provider, Kouvaris Orthodontics is a San Jose-based dental office. They specialize in providing traditional metal, ceramic, and self-ligating braces to children, teens, and adults. The company is a member of the American Dental Associates, American Board of Orthodontics, American Association of Orthodontists, and Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists.

San Jose, CA 95135

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5.0 (28)

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Bringing years of experience to San Jose, Freeman Orthodontics specializes in surgical orthodontics, dentofacial orthopedics, braces, crowding of the teeth, open bite, overbite, missing lateral incisors, under bite, teeth spacing, non-braces treatment, and more. The company is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, American Board of Orthodontics, American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and the Santa Clara County Dental Society.

Fremont, CA 94536

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4.5 (96)

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StarBrite Dental serves the Fremont, Dublin, San Jose, East Bay and surrounding areas. The company provides Botox, cosmetic dentistry, pediatric dentistry, root canals, sedation dentistry (with both conscious and IV options), full and partial dentures, dental crowns, orthodontics (Invisalign®, FastBraces, Six Month Smiles), dental implants, porcelain veneers, and teeth whitening.

San Jose, CA 95120

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4.5 (17)

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Serving the San Jose area, Steinhoff Orthodontics specializes in early and adolescent treatment, braces, orthodontic appliances, adult treatment, emergencies, Invisalign®, and Orthognathic surgery (corrective jaw surgery). The company’s doctors hold the Bay Area Top Doctors and Dentists Award by the NBC Bay Area; a local-dentist-voted Outstanding Dental Specialist Award, by the Bay Area Consumers Checkbook; and the Best Orthodontic Practice Nominee in the Bay Area by the Best of the Bay TV.

San Jose, CA 95129

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4.5 (19)

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Beautiful Smile Dental is a San Jose-based dental office. The company specializes in cosmetic dentistry, oral health education, Invisalign®, preventive orthodontics, pediatric and adult orthodontics, braces, emergency care, tooth extractions, wisdom teeth removal, dental sealants, inlays and onlays, TMJ treatment, veneers and laminates, root canal treatment, types of appliances, dental implants, crowns, bridges, laser dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and more.

Sunnyvale, CA 94087

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5.0 (40)

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For over 25 years, Sunnyvale Orthodontics has served the Sunnyvale, San Jose, Santa Clara, Saratoga, Mountain View, Cupertino, and Los Altos areas. The company specializes in self-ligating braces, traditional metal braces, clear ceramic braces, and Invisalign®. Other services provided include early and adult treatment, retention, Orthognathic surgery (corrective jaw surgery), and more. The company is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists.

San Jose, CA 95128

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5.0 (53)

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Phelps & Cohen Orthodontics is a San Jose-based dental office serving clients since 2003. The company specializes in emergency care, adult and pediatric treatment, mouthguards, oral and maxillofacial surgery, braces, Invisalign®, Damon® System, Carriere® DistalizerTM Appliance, and AcceleDent® Aura. The company is a 2015 Invisalign® Elite Provider.

San Jose, CA 95124

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4.9 (115)
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4.5 (47)
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5.0 (5)

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Based in San Jose, Galan Dental specializes in porcelain veneers, dental implants and restorations, tooth color restoration, and nearly painless injections. The company also provides root canal therapy, traumatic injury treatment, orthodontics, gum disease laser therapy, tooth extractions, crowns, bridges, dentures, partials, gum surgery, cleanings, pediatric dentistry, oral sedation, nitrous (“laughing gas”), dental sealants, and fillings/restorations.

San Jose, CA 95123
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5.0 (29)

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Founded in 1981, Sedation Dentistry of San Jose has served the area focusing on up-to-date techniques and professional, friendly service. They specialize in cosmetic surgery, orthodontics, tooth whitening, dentures, post-treatment care, and more. The company is a 2016 Opencare Patients’ Choice Award Winner. The main dentist, Dr. Tom H. Clark is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Internet Dental Alliance, Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation, and the Santa Clara County Dental Society.

San Jose, CA 95121

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4.5 (105)

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Based in San Jose, San Jose Dental Specialists for Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics offer specialized pediatric care. The company’s pediatric services include dental emergencies, mouth guard, sealant, fluoride, baby’s first dental visit, dental extraction and restoration, and nitrous oxide. Board certified pediatric dentist Dr. Suzanne Nguyen is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, and a member of the California Society of Pediatric Dentistry, California Dental Association, American Dental Association, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and the Orange County Dental Society.

San Jose, CA 95125

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5.0 (48)

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Specializing in child and adult orthodontics, Mashouf Orthodontics serves the San Jose area. The company provides services that include early and adolescent treatment, braces, Invisalign®, lingual braces, appliances (head gear, brace types, and more), and adult treatment. They are a member of the American Dental Association, American Association of Orthodontists, and the American Board of Orthodontics.

San Jose, CA 95123

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5.0 (55)

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Rafati Orthodontics has been offering dental care to the San Jose area since 2007. They provide services that include braces, retention, Invisalign®, adolescent treatment, early treatment, jaw surgery, and adult treatment. The company is a member of the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists, California State Society of Orthodontists, American Association of Orthodontists, American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and Santa Clara County Dental Society.

Mountain View, CA 94040

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4.5 (81)
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5.0 (24)

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Since 1982, Roleau Orthodontics serves the Mountain View and surrounding areas. The company specializes in early and adult treatment, braces, Invisalign®, AcceleDent® Aura, and retention. They are a member of the California Association of Orthodontists, American Association of Orthodontists, and the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists.

San Jose, CA 95120

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5.0 (19)
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5.0 (4)

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Serving the San Jose, Blossom Valley, Willow Glen, Los Gatos, Campbell, and surrounding areas, Lennard Orthodontics brings over 16 years of specialized orthodontic experience to his clients. They specialize in palate expansion, jaw surgery, retention, Invisalign®, braces, and early and adult treatment. The company’s primary orthodontist, Dr. Ian Lennard, is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists.

Compare our Top Orthodontists

NameExpertise RatingAddressPromotionsLearn more
Corsa Orthodontics
4010 Moorpark Ave Suite 105, San Jose, CA 95117
Care Orthodontics
San Jose, CA 95111
Phan Orthodontics
San Jose, CA 95116
Kai Orthodontics
San Jose, CA 95116
Kouvaris Orthodontics
San Jose, CA 95124
Freeman Orthodontics
San Jose, CA 95135
StarBrite Dental
Fremont, CA 94536
Steinhoff Orthodontics
San Jose, CA 95120
Beautiful Smile Dental
San Jose, CA 95129
Sunnyvale Orthodontics
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Phelps & Cohen Orthodontics
San Jose, CA 95128
Galan Dental
San Jose, CA 95124
Sedation Dentistry of San Jose
San Jose, CA 95123
San Jose Dental Specialists for Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics
San Jose, CA 95121
Mashouf Orthodontics
San Jose, CA 95125
Rafati Orthodontics
San Jose, CA 95123
Roleau Orthodontics
Mountain View, CA 94040
Lennard Orthodontics
San Jose, CA 95120

FAQs

  • Introduction

    Dentistry is a broad type of medical specialty that focuses on the care and treatment of the mouth, gums, throat, and overall oral care. An orthodontist is a type of dentist that specializes in fixing misaligned teeth, jaw alignment, and bite patterns. One way to distinguish between the two is that all orthodontists are dentists, but not all dentists are orthodontists. In their lifetime, everyone should regularly see a dentist. However, only people with specific dental problems will need to see an orthodontist.

  • What is an orthodontist?

    An orthodontist is a specialty dentist who receives advanced training to diagnose and treat overbites, overcrowded mouths, misaligned teeth and jaws, and occlusions. After diagnosing the issue, an orthodontist will recommend a treatment course that may include surgery, braces, retainers, tooth removal, and more. An orthodontist receives more training than a general dentist to become an expert in their specific field of dentistry.

  • Are orthodontists doctors?

    Yes, all dentists are doctors of oral health. Dentists receive a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree or a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree (DDS). As orthodontists are a type of dentist, they qualify as a doctor.

  • What is the difference between a dentist and an orthodontist?

    A dentist treats a wide variety of issues. An orthodontist is a specialist who has received extra training to focus on one aspect of dentistry — teeth and jaw alignment. An orthodontist has all the training the dentist has and could drop orthodontics and practice general dentistry. In comparison, a dentist would need to have the additional education to become an orthodontist. 

  • What does an orthodontist do?

    People go to an orthodontist when they have teeth or jaw abnormalities. An orthodontist treats:

    • Crooked teeth
    • Crowded teeth
    • Overly spaced teeth
    • Bite alignment issues, such as an overbite or an underbite
    • Jaw misalignment
    • Facial symmetry issues
    The orthodontist's objective is to improve the patient's teeth so they have a straight and functioning smile that allows them to speak, eat, and look normal.

  • Do you have to be referred to an orthodontist?

    Most orthodontists today don’t require a referral to book a consultation appointment with a new patient. However, you may wish to get a referral from your dentist to get a recommendation. If you’re hoping to get your orthodontic care covered by insurance, your insurance may require a referral. Contact your insurance provider to confirm your coverage and details.

  • Do orthodontists keep retainer molds?

    People often lose or break their retainer. If that happens, they’ll need to visit their orthodontist and pay for a new retainer. Luckily, since orthodontists know this happens so frequently, most keep retainer molds on file to get a new one made for you immediately.