Between January and September 2026, our research team compiled a study of orthodontic practices across the greater Los Angeles area. We evaluated each on the following weighted factors:
- Location Coverage (number of LA-area offices): 20%
- Average Review Score (composite Google/Yelp rating): 20%
- Insurance Coverage (accepted insurance plans and financing options): 15%
- Services Offered (treatment breadth for all ages and case types): 15%
- Invisalign Provider Tier (credential level as reported by each practice): 15%
- Technology and Innovation (digital scanning, remote monitoring, custom appliances): 15%
We rank-ordered practices based on this algorithm and assembled the top performers below. The main table offers a side-by-side snapshot; detailed summaries follow for each practice.
The Best Orthodontists in Los Angeles (2026)
In the table below, we break down the top orthodontists in Los Angeles across the six factors above.
| Rank | Practice | Location Coverage | Avg. Review Score | Insurance Coverage | Services Offered | Invisalign Provider Tier | Technology and Innovation | Specialty |
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| 1 | Beverly Hills Orthodontics | 4 LA-area offices | 4.9/5.0 (~295 Google reviews, Century City) | Most insurance plans, Cherry; FSA/HSA | Invisalign, braces, retainers, Zoom whitening, virtual consults | Sapphire (per practice) | iTero 3D digital scanning, virtual consults, Invisalign monitoring app | Multi-site Invisalign leader; 4 offices across LA |
| 2 | Waldman Orthodontics | 1 (Beverly Hills) | 250+ five-star reviews (per practice); 4.9/5.0 composite (ConnectTheDoc) | 0% in-house payment plans; carriers not listed | LightForce 3D-printed braces, Invisalign, Angel Aligners, metal braces, retainers | Not listed | LightForce 3D-printed brackets, DentalMonitoring, iTero, CBCT | Tech-forward Beverly Hills orthodontics, 22+ years |
| 3 | Beverly Hills Braces | 2 (Beverly Hills, Encino) | 5.0/5.0 on Google (350+ reviews, per practice) | Most PPOs; Cherry financing | Metal braces, ceramic braces, Invisalign, teens, children, adults, retreatment, retainers | Diamond (per practice) | iTero Element scanner, 3D outcome simulation | All-ages BH and Encino care; serving families since 1987 |
| 4 | McComb Orthodontics | 3 (Culver City, W. Hollywood, W. Olympic Blvd) | 5.0/5.0 (450+ Google reviews, Culver City) | In-network with every major PPO; select HMOs at Culver City; in-house 0% financing; no credit check | Invisalign, braces, Vivera retainers, Phase 1 for children, all ages | Sapphire (per practice) | Doctor-designed treatment plans, iTero, in-house 0% financing | West LA Invisalign; doctor-planned all-ages care |
| 5 | Lux Orthodontics | 1 (Century City) | 4.9/5.0 (30+ Google reviews) | In-network with most dental PPOs; 0% in-house plans; CareCredit | Invisalign, metal braces, sapphire braces, retainers, virtual consultations | Diamond Plus (per practice) | iTero, SmileSnap virtual consult, digital scans | Diamond Plus Invisalign, Century City |
| 6 | Prero Orthodontics | 1 (Beverly Hills) | 5.0/5.0 (~1,870 Google reviews) | Files claims with any insurer; CareCredit | Invisalign, Incognito hidden braces, ceramic braces, Insignia custom braces, accelerated orthodontics | Diamond Plus (per Colgate provider bio) | iTero digital scans, Propel, Insignia | Board-certified Beverly Hills specialist; multiple discreet options |
| 7 | Studio City Orthodontist | 1 (Studio City) | 4.9/5.0 (~315 Google reviews) | Most major insurers; free benefits check; no-interest financing | Invisalign, metal braces, ceramic braces, retainers, Phase 1, all ages | Not listed | 3D digital scans, DentalMonitoring, OrthoPulse, in-house 3D printing | Harvard-trained orthodontist; Studio City neighborhood care |
| 8 | Alhambra Orthodontics | 1 (Alhambra) | ~75 Yelp reviews | In-house and third-party financing; insurance claim help | Invisalign, metal braces, clear braces, retainers, palatal expanders, Phase 1 | Not listed (Invisalign Aligners Intensive Fellowship, 2021) | iTero 3D scanning, digital X-rays, Saturday appointments | Family-run Alhambra/San Gabriel community care |
Invisalign provider tiers are as stated by each practice. Review scores are drawn from Google Business Profile data and third-party aggregators as of October 2026.
Practice Summaries
1. Beverly Hills Orthodontics, for multi-location Invisalign care across Los Angeles
Beverly Hills Orthodontics was founded in 2008 by Dr. Monica Madan DDS, MS, and operates four offices across the Los Angeles area: the original Century City location at 2080 Century Park E, Suite 505, a Downtown LA office at 740 S. Olive St, Unit 105, a Studio City/Toluca Lake office at 10751 Riverside Dr, and an Alhambra/South Pasadena office at 320 S. Garfield Ave, Suite 306. Dr. Madan completed her dental training at USC and her orthodontic residency at the University of Washington, which accepts approximately five residents per year. The team also includes Dr. Peter Sinclair, who chaired USC’s orthodontics program for 12 years, per the practice, and Dr. Sareen Ayvazian-Meserkhani. The practice has earned Sapphire Invisalign Provider status from Align Technology, per the practice. Beverly Hills Orthodontics has been featured in Marie Claire, Allure, Los Angeles Confidential, Pasadena Magazine, and Modern Luxury, and was named in the Los Angeles Magazine Top Dentists Directory (2025).
The practice offers Invisalign for a wide range of case types, planned with 3D iTero digital scanning, which replaces traditional impressions. About 40% of patients start treatment the same day as their initial consultation, per the practice. The practice is in-network with most insurance plans; financing is available through Cherry, FSA, and HSA. The initial consultation is free, and virtual consultations are available.
Location: Beverly Hills/Century City (2080 Century Park E, Suite 505), Downtown LA (740 S. Olive St, Unit 105), Studio City/Toluca Lake (10751 Riverside Dr), and Alhambra/South Pasadena (320 S. Garfield Ave, Suite 306), CA Year Founded: 2008 Insurance Coverage: Most insurance plans, Cherry financing; FSA/HSA Average Review Score: 4.9/5.0 (~295 Google reviews, Century City location) Services Offered: Invisalign, braces, retainers, Zoom teeth whitening, virtual consultations
| Summary of Online Reviews |
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| Patients describe Beverly Hills Orthodontics as a practice that is “always so efficient” and where “every visit is always a pleasant experience,” with frequent praise for staff attentiveness, flexible scheduling options, and appointment availability across multiple LA locations — with occasional comments that the practice’s popularity means planning ahead for preferred time slots. |
2. Waldman Orthodontics, for technology-forward Beverly Hills family care
Waldman Orthodontics, led by Dr. Alexander Waldman DMD, MMSc, has provided orthodontic care for more than 22 years. Dr. Waldman completed his DMD at the University of Pennsylvania and his orthodontic training and MMSc at Harvard, and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics. He is a recognized speaker at orthodontic conferences in the United States and internationally, and the practice claims more than 250 five-star client reviews. The office, located at 8641 Wilshire Blvd in Beverly Hills, serves patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, and surrounding areas.
Waldman Orthodontics takes a conservatively paced approach to pediatric treatment, intervening when clinically indicated. For teens and adults, the practice offers LightForce, an FDA-cleared, fully personalized 3D-printed braces system, along with clear aligner options including Invisalign and Angel Aligners. The DentalMonitoring smartphone app allows the practice to review patient progress remotely through patient-submitted photos, reducing the frequency of in-office check-ins. Additional technology includes iTero scanning and CBCT imaging.
Location: Beverly Hills, CA (8641 Wilshire Blvd #310) Year Founded: Providing orthodontic care for 22+ years Insurance Coverage: 0% interest in-house payment plans with flexible down payments; specific insurance carriers not listed Average Review Score: 250+ five-star reviews (per practice); 4.9/5.0 composite rating (ConnectTheDoc) Services Offered: LightForce 3D-printed braces, metal braces, Invisalign, Angel Aligners, retainers
| Summary of Online Reviews |
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| Patients consistently note that Dr. Waldman and his staff are “really accessible and kind and helpful,” citing clinical results that match or exceed initial projections and a treatment process that feels organized and clearly communicated from start to finish — with occasional notes that the single Beverly Hills location may add commute time for patients further east or west in the city. |
3. Beverly Hills Braces, for all-ages orthodontic care in Beverly Hills and Encino
Beverly Hills Braces is led by Dr. Sid Molayem DDS, and has served Beverly Hills and Encino families since 1987, per the practice. The practice operates two offices: Beverly Hills at 9735 Wilshire Blvd and Encino at 16101 Ventura Blvd. Dr. Molayem completed his orthodontic training at the University of Toronto and is board-certified, per the practice. The office has treated over 10,000 patients, per the practice, and received a “Best of BusinessRate” recognition in 2025. It serves adults, teens, and children across a range of case complexities.
Services include traditional metal braces, ceramic braces, Invisalign clear aligners (Diamond provider, per the practice), early orthodontic treatment for children starting at age 7, orthodontic retreatment for patients experiencing post-treatment shifting, and retainer fitting and replacement. The office uses iTero Element digital scanning with 3D outcome simulation, so patients can preview projected results at their initial consultation. Flexible payment plans starting at $92/month through Cherry financing are available, and the practice accepts most PPO insurance plans.
Location: Beverly Hills (9735 Wilshire Blvd #325) and Encino (16101 Ventura Blvd #305), CA Year Founded: 1987 Insurance Coverage: Most PPOs; Cherry financing Average Review Score: 5.0/5.0 on Google (350+ reviews, per practice) Services Offered: Metal braces, ceramic braces, Invisalign, retainers, retreatment, early treatment for children, adult and teen orthodontics
| Summary of Online Reviews |
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| Patients describe Beverly Hills Braces as “amazing and effortless,” noting Dr. Molayem’s hands-on involvement throughout treatment and the team’s responsiveness across both offices — with a small number of reviews reflecting that the practice’s high patient volume means appointment slots fill quickly during peak periods. |
4. McComb Orthodontics, for doctor-planned Invisalign across West LA
McComb Orthodontics, led by Dr. Ryan McComb DMD, is a Sapphire-level Invisalign provider, which the practice describes as Invisalign’s highest designation. In March 2026, the practice announced it had passed 5,000 completed Invisalign cases. The practice operates offices in Culver City (11058 Washington Blvd), West Hollywood (926 N Sycamore Ave, Suite 101), and a third office at 12121 W Olympic Blvd in West LA, which the practice brands as its Santa Monica location. Dr. McComb is board-certified and personally designs each patient’s Invisalign treatment plan and reviews every ClinCheck.
The practice treats patients of all ages, including children in Phase 1 treatment (ages 6–10), teens, and adults. Services include Invisalign, traditional braces, and Vivera retainers. About 40% of new patients begin treatment the same day as their consultation, per the practice. Free consultations include X-ray and iTero scanning. The practice is in-network with every major PPO, including Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, Delta Dental, Guardian, MetLife, and UnitedHealthcare, and accepts select HMOs at its Culver City office. In-house financing is available at 0% interest with no credit check required.
Location: Culver City (11058 Washington Blvd), West Hollywood (926 N Sycamore Ave, Suite 101), and West LA/Santa Monica (12121 W Olympic Blvd), CA Year Founded: ~2015 Insurance Coverage: In-network with every major PPO; select HMOs at Culver City; in-house 0% financing; no credit check Average Review Score: 5.0/5.0 (450+ Google reviews, Culver City location) Services Offered: Invisalign, braces, Vivera retainers, Phase 1 for children, adult and teen orthodontics
| Summary of Online Reviews |
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| Patients describe McComb Orthodontics as “the best experience I’ve ever had with an orthodontist,” noting that “appointments are always on time and smooth” and that the team’s precision and thoroughness produce results that consistently meet stated treatment goals. |
5. Lux Orthodontics, for Diamond Plus Invisalign in Century City
Lux Orthodontics is led by Dr. Erin L. Cohen DDS, who completed her dental training at Columbia University and her orthodontic residency at UCLA. She holds a Diamond Plus provider designation from Align Technology, per the practice, and has treated thousands of patients with more than 20 years of Invisalign experience. The practice operates from a single office at 2080 Century Park East, Suite 1705, in Century City. Lux offers virtual consultations through SmileSnap, allowing prospective patients to begin the evaluation process remotely.
In addition to Invisalign, Lux provides traditional metal braces, clear sapphire-bracket braces, and retainer services. The practice supports community outreach, including an annual oral hygiene kit program for homeless veterans in Los Angeles each November. Dr. Cohen greets patients personally at the door, and the practice’s approach centers on a consistent, direct relationship between patient and orthodontist throughout the course of treatment.
Location: Century City, CA (2080 Century Park East, Suite 1705) Year Founded: Not published; Dr. Cohen has practiced since 2002 Insurance Coverage: In-network with most dental PPOs, including Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of California, Cigna, Guardian, and UnitedHealthcare; 0% in-house payment plans; CareCredit Average Review Score: 4.9/5.0 (30+ Google reviews) Services Offered: Invisalign, metal braces, braces (sapphire brackets), retainers, virtual consultations
| Summary of Online Reviews |
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| Patients describe Lux Orthodontics as a practice where the team is “so professional and personal” and Dr. Cohen is “an extremely skilled orthodontist,” with the staff described as “attentive, friendly, and competent” — with a note that the single Century City location and smaller-scale practice means limited same-week availability during busier periods. |
6. Prero Orthodontics, for board-certified Beverly Hills orthodontics with discreet options
Prero Orthodontics, led by Dr. Dovi Prero DDS, MS, M.Ed., has operated in Beverly Hills since approximately 2014. Dr. Prero completed his dental training at UCLA and his orthodontic residency at USC. He is board-certified, per the practice, and holds a Diamond Plus Invisalign provider designation, per his Colgate provider profile. The office is located at 8920 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 700. The practice offers one of the broader ranges of discreet treatment options in the Beverly Hills area: Invisalign, Incognito lingual braces (placed behind the teeth), ceramic clear braces, and Insignia custom braces, a computer-designed system intended to reduce overall treatment time.
The practice uses iTero digital scanning to generate treatment models without traditional impressions, and offers Propel accelerated orthodontics for patients seeking faster outcomes. Dr. Prero is active in the community: he referees local youth sports leagues and serves on a committee that helps students in need pay for college tuition. Treatment decisions are made with the patient at each step, a point of emphasis in patient feedback.
Location: Beverly Hills, CA (8920 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 700) Year Founded: 2014 Insurance Coverage: Files claims with any insurance provider; CareCredit financing Average Review Score: 5.0/5.0 (1,870 Google reviews); 200+ Yelp reviews Services Offered: Invisalign, Incognito hidden braces, ceramic braces, Insignia custom braces, accelerated orthodontics, iTero scanning
| Summary of Online Reviews |
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| Patients consistently note that “Dr. Dovi Prero is by far the best doctor or dentist” they have experienced, highlighting his clinical precision and commitment to results, and noting he is “always so focused during each appointment” — with a small number noting that the single Beverly Hills location requires commuting for patients on the east side of the city. |
7. Studio City Orthodontist, for Harvard-trained orthodontics in the San Fernando Valley
Studio City Orthodontist is owned and led by Dr. Oscar Reyna-Blanco DDS, MMSc, who took over the practice in 2025 (the office first opened in 2014). Dr. Reyna-Blanco completed his DDS at UCSF and his orthodontic residency and MMSc at Harvard School of Dental Medicine. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics (certified November 2020). The practice is located at 12405 Ventura Blvd in Studio City and serves patients from the surrounding Los Angeles communities. It offers Invisalign clear aligners, ceramic braces, and traditional metal braces for children, teens, and adults. The practice also uses DentalMonitoring and OrthoPulse, and offers digital scans in place of traditional impressions.
The first consultation is free, and the practice works with most major insurance providers and offers no-interest financing with a low down payment. The practice has approximately 315 Google reviews (4.9/5.0) and around 395 Yelp reviews (4.8/5.0) as of October 2026. Note that most reviews predate the current ownership, which began in 2025.
Location: Studio City, CA (12405 Ventura Blvd) Year Founded: 2014 (current ownership since 2025) Insurance Coverage: Most major insurance providers; free benefits check; no-interest financing Average Review Score: 4.9/5.0 (315 Google reviews); 4.8/5.0 (395 Yelp reviews) Services Offered: Invisalign, metal braces, ceramic braces, retainers, Phase 1 for children, adult and teen orthodontics
| Summary of Online Reviews |
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| Patients call Studio City Orthodontist “literally, the greatest orthodontist I’ve ever been to in my life,” describing Dr. Reyna-Blanco as “incredibly kind and so skilled and passionate about his work” — with a note that the single Studio City location best serves patients in the San Fernando Valley and nearby neighborhoods. |
8. Alhambra Orthodontics, for community-based family care in the San Gabriel Valley
Alhambra Orthodontics is a family-run practice led by Dr. Casey A. Luu, who is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics (certified January 2020). Dr. Luu completed his DDS at the University of the Pacific and his orthodontic residency at Roseman University, where he also earned an MBA. The practice is located at 1525 W. Valley Blvd in Alhambra and serves patients from Alhambra, Monterey Park, Pasadena, and the broader San Gabriel Valley. Services include Invisalign, traditional braces, clear braces, palatal expanders, retainers, and Phase 1 treatment for younger patients.
The practice is positioned on a main road with easy parking access and offers Saturday hours for scheduling flexibility. One parent wrote that another provider had told him his daughter would need jaw reconstruction surgery, and that Dr. Luu was able to treat her orthodontically instead. The family-run structure and community-oriented positioning make the practice a consistent choice for San Gabriel Valley families.
Location: Alhambra, CA (1525 W. Valley Blvd) Year Founded: N/A. Insurance Coverage: In-house payment plans and third-party financing; help with insurance claims (specific carriers not listed) Average Review Score: ~75 Yelp reviews Services Offered: Invisalign, metal braces, clear braces, palatal expanders, retainers, Phase 1 treatment
| Summary of Online Reviews |
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| Patients consistently praise Dr. Luu as “such a perfectionist” and note that “each monthly visit was quick” with steady, measurable progress — with a note that the single Alhambra location and community-focused positioning make it best suited for patients in or near the San Gabriel Valley. |
The Top Orthodontists in Los Angeles by Subcategory
We also broke down the top orthodontists in Los Angeles into three subcategories based on specialty.
The Top Orthodontists in Los Angeles for Invisalign
- Beverly Hills Orthodontics | Sapphire Invisalign provider (per practice) | 4 offices across LA; iTero 3D digital scanning; Invisalign app monitoring
- McComb Orthodontics | Sapphire Invisalign provider (per practice) | 5,000+ completed Invisalign cases; doctor-designed treatment plans
- Lux Orthodontics | Diamond Plus Invisalign provider (per practice) | Century City boutique practice; iTero and virtual consults
- Prero Orthodontics | Diamond Plus Invisalign provider (per Colgate provider bio) | Board-certified; Invisalign plus lingual and discreet alternatives
- Beverly Hills Braces | Diamond Invisalign provider (per practice) | 2 locations; iTero 3D outcome preview at consultation
The Top Orthodontists in Los Angeles for Teens and Children
- Beverly Hills Orthodontics | Kids, teens, and adults; Phase 1 treatment; 4 offices
- Beverly Hills Braces | Early treatment from age 7; teen-focused treatment; 2 offices
- McComb Orthodontics | Phase 1 for children ages 6–10; teens and adults; West LA locations
- Alhambra Orthodontics | Phase 1 treatment; palatal expanders; family-run
- Studio City Orthodontist | Kids, teens, and adults; free first consultation; Harvard-trained
The Top Orthodontists in Los Angeles for Adults
- Beverly Hills Orthodontics | Invisalign for wide range of adult cases; 4 offices; iTero 3D scanning; Invisalign app monitoring
- Waldman Orthodontics | LightForce 3D-printed braces and clear aligners; remote monitoring
- Lux Orthodontics | Diamond Plus Invisalign; direct, consistent care in Century City
- Prero Orthodontics | Lingual and discreet options; Diamond Plus Invisalign
- Beverly Hills Braces | Retreatment for adults; Diamond Invisalign; 2 locations