Best Orthodontists Near San Diego, CA

Ranked by Aggregate Reviews and Ratings

We analyzed 172 local businesses to identify the top orthodontists in San Diego, CA. The average rating is 4.7 stars with an average of 164.2 reviews per business. Ratings and reviews are aggregated from Google, Yelp, and Facebook to provide comprehensive competitive insights.

As of May 16, 2026, top-rated providers include San Diego Smile Pros maintains a 5-star rating with 867 reviews on Google, Yelp and Facebook in the dentist and doctor categories, Elite Orthodontics maintains a 5-star rating with 863 reviews on Google and Yelp in the orthodontics and dentist categories, and Kensington Pediatric Dentistry maintains a 5-star rating with 819 reviews on Google and Yelp in the orthodontics and dentist categories.

The most common categories include orthodontists, general dentistry, cosmetic dentists, dentist, orthodontics, with providers concentrated in zip codes 92103, 92117, 92130, 92101, 92111. Popular business name terms include orthodontics, dental, dds, dentistry, san.

The 40-zip code service area has an estimated population of 1,692,245, a median household income of $114,152 (above the 2023 national average of $74,580), a median age of 37.9, 94% of residents with health insurance, 51% college educated, and 52% home ownership.

Review Sources: Google Yelp Facebook May 16, 2026
1
San Diego Smile Pros
5 (867 reviews)
239 Laurel St # 201, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
DentistDoctorOrthodontists+1
2
Elite Orthodontics
5 (863 reviews)
7695 Cardinal Ct #320, San Diego, CA 92123, USA
OrthodonticsDentistOrthodontists
3
Kensington Pediatric Dentistry
5 (819 reviews)
4072 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116, USA
OrthodonticsDentistDoctor+1
4
Bella Vita Dental Hillcrest

Bella Vita Dental Hillcrest

Yelp
5 (504 reviews)
3900 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
Cosmetic DentistsGeneral DentistryOrthodontists
5
I-Orthodontics San Diego formerly Moser Orthodontics
5 (425 reviews)
14701 Via Bettona #205, San Diego, CA 92127, USA
OrthodonticsDental ClinicDentist+1

Orthodontist San Diego CA

San Diego, CA

77.46

CATEGORY DISPERSITY

39.05

COMPETITIVE DENSITY

43.15

MARKET COMPETITIVENESS
1,692,245 residents · 40 zip codes

74.40

MARKET OPPORTUNITY
Avg. household income: $114,152
Medical / Dental weights
🟢 Sweet Spot High opportunity, low competition — ideal market to enter.

172

TOTAL BUSINESSES (-6, -3.4%)

50 152 13
Average Rating

4.69 0

Top 5 Businesses: 5

4.8 4.6 4.8
Average Reviews

164.17 ▼ 4.02

Top 5 Businesses: 695.6

10,529 17,434 274

Historical Trends (12 data points)

AREA DEMOGRAPHICS

1,692,245
Total Residents
$114,152
Avg. Income
37.9
Median Age
52%
Home Ownership
94%
Have Insurance
51%
College Educated

Competitors Radar

Top Competitors

San Diego Smile Pros

San Diego Smile Pros

GoogleYelpFacebook
Avg. Rating 5
Reviews 867
239 Laurel St # 201, San Diego, CA ...
Elite Orthodontics

Elite Orthodontics

Also known as: Dr. Nader Ehsani

GoogleYelp Google
Avg. Rating 5
Reviews 863
7695 Cardinal Ct #320, San Diego, C...
Kensington Pediatric Dentistry

Kensington Pediatric Dentistry

GoogleYelp
Avg. Rating 5
Reviews 819
4072 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116...
Bella Vita Dental Hillcrest

Bella Vita Dental Hillcrest

Yelp
Avg. Rating 5
Reviews 504
3900 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
I-Orthodontics San Diego formerly Moser Orthodontics

I-Orthodontics San Diego formerly Moser Orthodontics

GoogleYelp
Avg. Rating 5
Reviews 425
14701 Via Bettona #205, San Diego, ...
Fifth Avenue Dental Arts

Fifth Avenue Dental Arts

GoogleYelp
Avg. Rating 5
Reviews 1,108
450 A St #300, San Diego, CA 92101,...
Dean Van Nguyen, DDS

Dean Van Nguyen, DDS

Yelp
Avg. Rating 5
Reviews 775
4082 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104
Coastal Dental Arts

Coastal Dental Arts

GoogleYelp
Avg. Rating 5
Reviews 549
1230 Columbia St Suite 870, San Die...

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Market Signals

Related Categories

  • orthodontists114
  • general dentistry70
  • cosmetic dentists70
  • dentist47
  • orthodontics35
  • pediatric dentists17
  • doctor13
  • dental clinic13
  • service9
  • oral surgeons9
  • medical clinic7
  • periodontists7
  • dental hygienists6
  • endodontists4
  • teeth whitening2
  • cosmetic dentist1
  • prosthodontists1

Competitor Zip Codes

  • 9210313
  • 9211712
  • 9213010
  • 921018
  • 921118
  • 921287
  • 921097
  • 921236
  • 921216
  • 921266
  • 921085
  • 921205
  • 920375
  • 921314
  • 919424
  • 921043
  • 921053
  • 921153
  • 919103
  • 921063
  • 921273
  • 921223
  • 921193
  • 921293
  • 919143
  • 920643
  • 921103
  • 919503
  • 921162
  • 919412
  • 921182
  • 921072
  • 920242
  • 920201
  • 921141
  • 920141
  • 220001
  • 220101
  • 919151
  • 920091
  • 920251
  • 921241

Business Name Keywords

  • orthodontics58
  • dental50
  • dds26
  • dentistry25
  • san13
  • diego13
  • smile12
  • dmd12
  • valley6
  • la6
  • group6
  • pediatric5
  • braces5
  • carmel5
  • arts4
  • western4
  • dr4
  • jolla4
  • design4
  • family4
  • smiles4
  • dentist4
  • care4
  • ms4
  • studio3
  • coastal3
  • mission3
  • cosmetic3
  • melanie3
  • orthodontic3
  • specialists3
  • david3
  • sd3
  • mesa3
  • kids3
  • grant3
  • robert3

Competitor Cities

  • San Diego131
  • Chula Vista7
  • La Mesa6
  • La Jolla5
  • Poway3
  • National City3
  • Coronado2
  • Encinitas2
  • El Cajon1
  • Del Mar1
  • Bcn 220001
  • Bcn 220101
  • Carlsbad1
  • Escondido1