Best Orthodontists Near San Diego, CA

Ranked by Aggregate Reviews and Ratings

We analyzed 183 local businesses to identify the top orthodontists in San Diego, CA. The average rating is 4.6 stars with an average of 157.3 reviews per business. Ratings and reviews are aggregated from Google, Yelp, and Facebook to provide comprehensive competitive insights.

As of September 20, 2026, top-rated providers include Kensington Pediatric Dentistry maintains a 5-star rating with 935 reviews on Google and Yelp in the orthodontics and dentist categories, San Diego Smile Pros maintains a 5-star rating with 912 reviews on Google and Yelp in the dentist and doctor categories, and Elite Orthodontics maintains a 5-star rating with 901 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, 92111, 92109, 92101. Popular business name terms include orthodontics, dental, dds, dentistry, san.

The 40-zip code service area has an estimated population of 1,706,206, a median household income of $112,566 (above the 2023 national average of $74,580), a median age of 37.8, 94% of residents with health insurance, 50% college educated, and 52% home ownership.

Review Sources: Google Yelp Facebook Sep 20, 2026
1
Kensington Pediatric Dentistry
5 (935 reviews)
4072 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116, USA
OrthodonticsDentistDoctor+1
2
San Diego Smile Pros
5 (912 reviews)
239 Laurel St #201, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
DentistDoctorOrthodontists+1
3
Elite Orthodontics
5 (901 reviews)
7695 Cardinal Ct #320, San Diego, CA 92123, USA
OrthodonticsDentistOrthodontists
4
Bella Vita Dental Hillcrest

Bella Vita Dental Hillcrest

Yelp
5 (504 reviews)
3900 5th Ave Ste 270, San Diego, CA 92103
Cosmetic DentistsGeneral DentistryOrthodontists
5
Sunny Smiles Kids Dentistry & Orthodontics

Sunny Smiles Kids Dentistry & Orthodontics

Yelp
5 (419 reviews)
12835 Pointe Del Mar Way Ste 2, Del Mar, CA 92014
Pediatric DentistsOrthodontists

Orthodontist San Diego CA

San Diego, CA

77.59

CATEGORY DISPERSITY

39.52

COMPETITIVE DENSITY

43.41

MARKET COMPETITIVENESS
1,706,206 residents · 40 zip codes

73.87

MARKET OPPORTUNITY
Avg. household income: $112,566
Medical / Dental weights
🟢 Sweet Spot High opportunity, low competition — ideal market to enter.

183

TOTAL BUSINESSES (+1, +0.5%)

50 150 17
Average Rating

4.57 ▲ 0.02

Top 5 Businesses: 5

4.9 4.6 3.5
Average Reviews

157.3 ▲ 4.14

Top 5 Businesses: 734.2

11,603 16,938 244

Historical Trends (30 data points)

AREA DEMOGRAPHICS

1,706,206
Total Residents
$112,566
Avg. Income
37.8
Median Age
52%
Home Ownership
94%
Have Insurance
50%
College Educated

Competitors Radar

Top Competitors

Kensington Pediatric Dentistry

Kensington Pediatric Dentistry

GoogleYelp
Avg. Rating 5
Reviews 935
4072 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116...
San Diego Smile Pros

San Diego Smile Pros

GoogleYelp
Avg. Rating 5
Reviews 912
239 Laurel St #201, San Diego, CA 9...
Elite Orthodontics

Elite Orthodontics

Also known as: Dr. Nader Ehsani

GoogleYelp Google
Avg. Rating 5
Reviews 901
7695 Cardinal Ct #320, San Diego, C...
Bella Vita Dental Hillcrest

Bella Vita Dental Hillcrest

Yelp
Avg. Rating 5
Reviews 504
3900 5th Ave Ste 270, San Diego, CA...
Sunny Smiles Kids Dentistry & Orthodontics

Sunny Smiles Kids Dentistry & Orthodontics

Yelp
Avg. Rating 5
Reviews 419
12835 Pointe Del Mar Way Ste 2, Del...
Dr. Paul J. Styrt, Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry

Dr. Paul J. Styrt, Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry

GoogleYelp
Avg. Rating 5
Reviews 411
9339 Genesee Ave Unit 270, San Dieg...
Fifth Avenue Dental Arts

Fifth Avenue Dental Arts

GoogleYelp
Avg. Rating 5
Reviews 1,144
450 A St #300, San Diego, CA 92101,...
Dean Van Nguyen, DDS

Dean Van Nguyen, DDS

Yelp
Avg. Rating 5
Reviews 796
4082 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104

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Market Signals

Related Categories

  • orthodontists117
  • general dentistry78
  • cosmetic dentists75
  • dentist50
  • orthodontics35
  • pediatric dentists19
  • doctor13
  • oral surgeons12
  • dental clinic12
  • medical clinic9
  • service9
  • endodontists7
  • periodontists7
  • dental hygienists5
  • cosmetic dentist5
  • teeth whitening2
  • orthodontist1
  • pediatric dentist1

Competitor Zip Codes

  • 9210315
  • 9211713
  • 9211110
  • 921099
  • 921018
  • 921238
  • 921307
  • 920377
  • 921266
  • 921215
  • 921205
  • 921315
  • 921044
  • 921154
  • 919104
  • 921224
  • 919424
  • 921283
  • 920643
  • 921293
  • 921083
  • 921162
  • 921052
  • 921062
  • 919412
  • 921272
  • 921182
  • 921192
  • 921072
  • 919152
  • 220002
  • 920242
  • 920712
  • 921102
  • 919142
  • 919502
  • 920201
  • 921141
  • 920141
  • 220101
  • 920251
  • 921241

Business Name Keywords

  • orthodontics56
  • dental46
  • dds37
  • dentistry24
  • san19
  • diego19
  • smile15
  • dmd9
  • la8
  • smiles8
  • dr6
  • group6
  • jolla6
  • dentist6
  • arts5
  • pediatric5
  • braces5
  • valley5
  • family5
  • western4
  • orthodontic4
  • david4
  • design4
  • robert4
  • studio3
  • coastal3
  • associates3
  • cosmetic3
  • kids3
  • carmel3
  • specialists3
  • dentists3
  • center3
  • orthodontist3

Competitor Cities

  • San Diego143
  • Chula Vista8
  • La Mesa6
  • La Jolla6
  • Poway3
  • Coronado2
  • Bcn 220002
  • Encinitas2
  • Santee2
  • National City2
  • El Cajon1
  • Del Mar1
  • Bcn 220101
  • Escondido1