We love Barkate/Nehi Orthodontics! My daughter just finished her second round of braces and her teeth look beautiful. Dr. Nehi is awesome and the staff is so friendly and professional. I highly recommend to anyone looking for that "California smile" for their kiddos. read more

We have loved these doctors and office. Between our three kids we have had six rounds of braces and they all have beautiful smiles and no issues, even if each child had a different path. Hands down we would recommend! Press and hold to react read more

Dr. Nehi and his staff are nothing short of amazing! They are incredibly kind, patient, and thorough every step of the way. My son has been a patient since age 6, and now at 14 he still enjoys his visits and has fun every time he goes. Truly money well spent--I highly recommend them for any orthodontic needs or concerns. read more

we had an amazing experience with Dr Nehi! barkate Orthodontics was so professional from the front desk staff, to support staff and the doctors. We would highly recommend Barkate to anyone needing orthodontic care! read more

I was a transfer patient and was nervous that my treatment plan wouldn't transfer over but Dr. Nehi assured me everything would. By far one of the best orthodontist experiences ever! The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. My expectations were exceeded and I'm thankful for my new smilie! read more

The orthodontists and all of the staff are fantastic! From day one they have been so thorough and kind, would absolutely recommend Barkate Nehi Orthodontics! read more

We've loved our experience with Dr Nehi and Dr Barkate! I've had three kids do ortho here and it has been smooth, gentle, and dare I say fun! The entire office staff and always so kind and friendly. read more

Great experience. Had 2 daughters go through the process. Staff was super friendly and easy to work with. Definitely recommend.

My son had two rounds of braces done here and we had the best experience! The San Clemente staff was so accommodating , friendly and professional- would recommend to anyone! read more

This is a great place to take your kids! Very warm and inviting. My daughter just finished her treatment after several years of orthodontic care. Her smile is beautiful and she is so happy! The entire office staff is friendly and helpful. Highly recommend! read more

Dr. Barkate and Dr. Nehi are approachable, knowledgeable, and professional in their orthodontic care for their patients. I've had 6 of my 8 kids get orthodontic treatment here at Barkate Nehi and I wouldn't have it any other way! read more

Dr. Nehi worked a miracle on my daughter's smile! We are all very pleased! We were a little late getting her to see an orthodontist - she was almost 14 - she had many stubborn baby teeth not ready to go. There were a very stubborn adult tooth in particular, stuck up in the top of her mouth, with no room to descend, an "impacted tooth," requiring surgery. Dr. Nehi suggested all the possible options for her plan, and we tried the least invasive methods. Eventually, for the tooth in the roof of her mouth, we decided to go with surgery. Many months after the surgery, when the tooth finally descended, it was entirely backward. It was interesting to see how he modified the course of her treatment and managed to turn it around the right way and all the other teeth came in line. Dr. Nehi has terrific bedside manner; he always treated my daughter with respect in regard to patient-doctor consultaion and choices, educating and explaining thoroughly what could be done next.  But then also, Dr. Nehi has a very unique and fun sense of play and optimism. We found him to be engaging and a good listener as well. We also enjoyed his assistants and the women working in front on scheduling. We would absolutely recommend this practice to family and friends. read more

My daughter just got her braces off last week, round two and her smile is absolutely beautiful. Dr. Barkate and Dr. Nehi are excellent orthodontist, very professional, and patient. I had a ton of questions and their wealth of knowledge was so helpful. They pay attention to detail and remember every patient and their needs. My other daughter had her braces taken off a little over six months ago and we are so happy with how her teeth look as well! All of the technicians and staff at the front desk are so helpful and friendly. They always make us feel welcome and explained all the financial details and contacted our insurance before we began each round of braces. I highly recommend Barkate Nehi orthodontics. read more

Dr. Barkate and Dr. Nehi are the best! Everyone that works with them is cheerful, kind and helpful. My special needs son began his orthodontic journey with phase one in second grade. Dr Barkate always took the time to make sure he was comfortable and understood what was happening. He began phase two in 6th grade and today he completes his journey! My sons teeth look absolutely amazing and the whole experience was wonderful. If I could give 6 stars, I would. read more

The doctors and customer service is fantastic. Every office has been pleasant. The facility is clean and conveniently located.

both my girls have gone here for their braces. they always are so sweet and explain everything to you, they know what their doing. front & back desk people are so nice and welcoming and accommodating. all of their offices are super clean and comfortable. Samantha read more

Our family has been seeing Dr. Barkate & Dr. Nehi through three children. Our oldest son just completed his 2nd phase and is done! His teeth are beautiful and he's been getting a lot of compliments. Staff is friendly and appointments are easy to schedule with plenty of afternoon options. read more

This is the best experience we have ever had with orthodontics! Dr. Nehi and Dr. Barkate are personable and friendly and really care about their patients. The whole vibe of the office is upbeat and fun and kids love it here! Highly highly recommend! read more

We couldn't have asked for a better experience for both of our daughters. The office staff is welcoming and doctors are detail-oriented and patient with our never ending questions. Both girls love their new smiles and we love seeing them. read more

I am an adult and recently completed upper and lower Invisilign to straighten my teeth. The orthodontists at Barkate were very courteous and helpful. I was happy with the results. My teeth look great. I would highly recommend them. read more

We had a great experience with Barkate Nehi Orthodontics! Dr Nehi was so patient and great at explaining every step of the process. The staff and front desk are so friendly and fun to work with. They did a wonderful job and I would highly recommend their practice to anyone looking for a great smile read more

Had a super great experience. Dr Nehi was professional and caring. I really enjoyed my visits and am super happy with the results of my Invisalign and no one tells you how much easier it is to floss etc with straight teeth. What an unexpected bonus! :D read more

A pleasant experience each time I visit. The office staff are always very cheerful, polite and courteous. Wait time is always short which is a plus with my hectic work schedule. Highly recommend Dr. Barkate for any orthodontic needs. read more

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Dr. Barkate's office is welcoming, fun and honest. We priced out 3 orthodontics and listened to all the consultations, Dr. Barkate had an honest and fair assessment and pricing model. We always leave with smiles and laughs. We think their Barkate Bucks encourage positive behavior and community involvement. Bravo for Barkate. read more

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We've loved our time with Barkate Orthodontics! Our oldest started phase one with them and we were so sad to have to move (active duty military family) prior to doing phase two. All of the office staff is great, and we especially loved Dr. Nehi once he joined their team. We consulted with a couple orthodontists in the area and didn't regret choosing Barkate. Their prices were better or comparable for the same treatment plan and their office and customer service were better than I could've expected. Our daughter always felt welcomed and comfortable by the staff. We've gone to the San Clemente and Ladera Ranch locations and had great experiences at both. Would always recommend them for anyone needing orthodontic care in the area. And for our fellow military families, they did offer a military discount. read more

Dr. Barkate is amazing! He's kind, a good listener and brilliant in his field. My two kids were going to Dr. Barkate for braces when I considered straightening my top teeth. I wore braces for 6 months and now I can smile confidently. He not only straightened the teeth, but he shaped them as well which really made a huge difference! Recently my daughter had a minor issue with her retainer and Dr. Barkate responded immediately to my call. We took his advice and she was fine within minutes It's important to choose a doctor based not only on his/her qualities, but also on the office staff as a whole. Everyone in Dr. Barkate's office is super friendly. The office is beautiful and clean and I always feel welcome when we're there. Thanks Dr. B! You're the best! read more

We recently relocated from out of state. It was great to find a nearby orthodontist who uses the Damon braces, so that we could continue our daughters treatment as seemlessly as possible. The incredible staff made us feel welcome and cared for immediately. I would not hesitate to recommend Dr. Barkate in San Clemente. read more

What an amazing group of people working in one office. Everyone is so professional, friendly and always smiling. I just love it here!!!

Dr. Barkate is the BEST! My entire family was treated at Barkate Orthodontics and we are thrilled with the BEAUTIFUL results! My boys LOVED going to every visit!! Sometimes I had to bribe them to leave the video game room!! Amazing experience all the way around!! read more

Four of my five children see Dr. Barkate for their orthodontic needs and we couldn't be happier! The office staff goes above and beyond to accommodate our family's crazy schedule EVERY TIME and are always professional and kind. My children love seeing Dr. Barkate and feel extremely comfortable under his care. We feel lucky to have Dr. Barkate and his staff in San Clemente! read more

I have been very impressed with Dr. Barkate and his entire staff from the very first time I walked into his office. On our initial visit, everyone made my daughter feel welcomed. Lisa answered all of our questions about the process my daughter would go through. Tiffany explained, in detail, the insurance component. I even called with additional insurance questions that were promptly handled. My daughter is always seen promptly at her appointment time. With many choices for orthodontists in the area, I am very happy with my decision to have Dr. Barkate care for my daughter. read more