Orthodontists in Irvine
56 NPI-verified orthodontics practices in Irvine, CA
56
Verified practices
1
Accept Insurance
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Owner-Claimed
What Orthodontics means for Irvine residents
Orthodontists specialize in straightening teeth and correcting bite alignment. Using braces, clear aligners like Invisalign, and other appliances, they improve both the appearance and function of your smile. Orthodontists complete 2–3 years of additional training beyond dental school focused exclusively on moving teeth and aligning jaws.
In Irvine, 56 verified orthodontics practices serve the community, and 1 publishes accepted-insurance information. Across the Irvine orthodontics practices compared on this page, the strongest predicted dimension is kid-friendly, based on verified signals.
Common Orthodontics procedures
Traditional metal braces
Stainless steel brackets and wires — most effective for complex cases, most affordable option
Ceramic braces
Tooth-colored brackets that blend with your smile — less visible than metal, slightly more expensive
Invisalign / clear aligners
Nearly invisible removable trays — ideal for adults and teens with mild to moderate alignment needs
Lingual braces
Brackets placed behind teeth, completely hidden — custom-made, premium option
Retainers
Custom appliances worn after active treatment to maintain results — essential for preventing relapse
What to expect: Orthodontics costs in Irvine
Nationally, orthodontics services range from $3,000–$8,000 per full treatment. Monthly payments often available. Insurance may cover 50% up to a lifetime max of $1,500–$3,000.
The vibe of orthodontics care in Irvine
Vibe Analysis across 13 dimensions, predicted from verified practice signals (NPI data, specialties, services, Google ratings, hours), not from patient review text.
Based on 19 of the 20 Irvine orthodontics practices compared on this page.
Verified Orthodontics practices
Showing 20 of 56Christopher Drake DDS My Kids Dentist and Orthodontics, PC
17000 Red Hill Ave
Irvine, CA 92614
(714) 845-8500
Lesley O. Starnes DDS Ms A Professional Corporation
4980 Barranca Pkwy Suite 200
Irvine, CA 92604
(949) 551-6913
When should you see a orthodontics?
See an orthodontist if you have crowded or crooked teeth, gaps between teeth, overbite, underbite, crossbite, or jaw pain when chewing. Even if your teeth look straight, a bad bite can cause uneven wear, jaw problems, and headaches over time. A consultation is typically free and includes a full evaluation with imaging.