Best Orthodontists Near Albuquerque, NM

Ranked by Aggregate Reviews and Ratings

We analyzed 163 local businesses to identify the top orthodontists in Albuquerque, NM. The average rating is 4.4 stars with an average of 154.7 reviews per business. Ratings and reviews are aggregated from Google, Yelp, and Facebook to provide comprehensive competitive insights.

As of June 17, 2026, top-rated providers include Smiles for Kids Dentistry - West maintains a 5-star rating with 2,775 reviews on Google and Yelp in the dentist and doctor categories, Valer Dental & Braces maintains a 5-star rating with 1,567 reviews on Google and Yelp in the orthodontics and dentist categories, and Rio Dental & Orthodontics maintains a 5-star rating with 1,070 reviews on Google in the orthodontics and dentist categories.

The most common categories include general dentistry, cosmetic dentists, orthodontists, dentist, orthodontics, with providers concentrated in zip codes 87109, 87111, 87114, 87110, 87113. Popular business name terms include dental, orthodontics, dentistry, dds, family.

The 17-zip code service area has an estimated population of 742,187, a median household income of $71,124 (close to the 2023 national average of $74,580), a median age of 39.1, 92% of residents with health insurance, 36% college educated, and 68% home ownership.

Review Sources: Google Yelp Facebook Jun 17, 2026
1
Smiles for Kids Dentistry - West
5 (2,775 reviews)
9201 Eagle Ranch Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114, USA
DentistDoctorPediatric Dentists+1
2
Valer Dental & Braces
5 (1,567 reviews)
1514 Coors Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87121, USA
OrthodonticsDentistDoctor+3
3
Rio Dental & Orthodontics
5 (1,070 reviews)
3634 Rio Rancho Blvd NE Ste 102, Rio Rancho, NM 87144, USA
OrthodonticsDentistDoctor+1
4
Celebrate Dental & Braces
5 (874 reviews)
1625 Rio Bravo Blvd SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105, USA
OrthodonticsDentistDoctor+3
5
Perfect Teeth Dental & Orthodontics - Cottonwood
5 (832 reviews)
10250 Cottonwood Park NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114, USA
OrthodonticsDentistDental Clinic+3

Orthodontist Albuquerque NM

Albuquerque, NM

79.81

CATEGORY DISPERSITY

95.88

COMPETITIVE DENSITY

67.20

MARKET COMPETITIVENESS
742,187 residents · 17 zip codes

56.95

MARKET OPPORTUNITY
Avg. household income: $71,124
Medical / Dental weights
🟡 Crowded but Lucrative Strong demand and income, but expect tough competition.

163

TOTAL BUSINESSES (+38, +30.4%)

49 157
Average Rating

4.37 ▲ 0.16

Top 5 Businesses: 5

4.8 4.1
Average Reviews

154.74 ▼ 36.64

Top 5 Businesses: 1423.6

23,481 1,741

Historical Trends (15 data points)

AREA DEMOGRAPHICS

742,187
Total Residents
$71,124
Avg. Income
39.1
Median Age
68%
Home Ownership
92%
Have Insurance
36%
College Educated

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Top Competitors

Smiles for Kids Dentistry - West

Smiles for Kids Dentistry - West

GoogleYelp
Avg. Rating 5
Reviews 2,775
9201 Eagle Ranch Rd NW, Albuquerque...
Valer Dental & Braces

Valer Dental & Braces

GoogleYelp
Avg. Rating 5
Reviews 1,567
1514 Coors Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM...
Rio Dental & Orthodontics

Rio Dental & Orthodontics

Google
Avg. Rating 5
Reviews 1,070
3634 Rio Rancho Blvd NE Ste 102, Ri...
Celebrate Dental & Braces

Celebrate Dental & Braces

GoogleYelp
Avg. Rating 5
Reviews 874
1625 Rio Bravo Blvd SW, Albuquerque...
Perfect Teeth Dental & Orthodontics - Cottonwood

Perfect Teeth Dental & Orthodontics - Cottonwood

Google
Avg. Rating 5
Reviews 832
10250 Cottonwood Park NW, Albuquerq...
Success Smiles Orthodontics

Success Smiles Orthodontics

GoogleYelp
Avg. Rating 5
Reviews 773
8216 Louisiana Blvd NE, Albuquerque...
Valer Dental & Braces

Valer Dental & Braces

GoogleYelp
Avg. Rating 5
Reviews 575
120 Eubank Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM...
Uptown Dental Associates

Uptown Dental Associates

GoogleYelp
Avg. Rating 5
Reviews 2,323
7101 Prospect Pl NE, Albuquerque, N...

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Market Signals

Related Categories

  • general dentistry97
  • cosmetic dentists82
  • orthodontists53
  • dentist48
  • orthodontics36
  • pediatric dentists22
  • oral surgeons21
  • doctor19
  • endodontists16
  • periodontists11
  • dental clinic10
  • medical clinic10
  • dental hygienists10
  • service8
  • teeth whitening3
  • optometrists1
  • orthodontist1
  • sleep specialists1
  • dentists1
  • naturopathic/holistic1

Competitor Zip Codes

  • 8710931
  • 8711131
  • 8711416
  • 8711016
  • 8711312
  • 8712012
  • 8712411
  • 871226
  • 871215
  • 871125
  • 871235
  • 871084
  • 871073
  • 871053
  • 871441
  • 871021
  • 871061

Business Name Keywords

  • dental63
  • orthodontics35
  • dentistry26
  • dds24
  • family15
  • smiles11
  • rio10
  • care9
  • comfort8
  • abq7
  • albuquerque7
  • surgery7
  • oral6
  • braces5
  • cottonwood5
  • dmd5
  • rancho5
  • center5
  • kids4
  • associates4
  • perfect4
  • teeth4
  • sandia4
  • west3
  • success3
  • valley3
  • childrens3
  • modern3
  • jorgensen3
  • dentists3
  • haltom3
  • grande3
  • pediatric3
  • city3
  • maxillofacial3
  • thomas3
  • dr3

Competitor Cities

  • Albuquerque151
  • Rio Rancho12