Dr. Asbury was thorough in our consultation and straight forward. The staff was friendly and down-to-Earth.

The day we have all been waiting for! Braces are coming off!! We are entering into retention phase... to say my teen is excited is an understatement. The receptionists took care of all the paperwork & scheduled same day for retainer pick up. It is all very seamless here their routines are dialed in like clockwork. Dr. included the first 2 sets of retainers in the original case fee. So we have time to let the gums heal before choosing a final retainer (super smart approach & I am appreciative of this as a dental hygienist we want the gums to heal and bounce back this doctor cares about the whole person not just moving the teeth)! As we complete the bulk of our journey in this office I can only say amazing things about the entire staff and the process from start to finish! read more

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As a family, we love Braces San Diego! They are honest and up front about the entire process from pricing and what to expect. When it was too soon for braces for my kiddos they would let me know that, and were never pushy about anything. We've been coming now for over 6 years. I have one kiddo that would have been a prime candidate for jaw surgery as an adult if we hadn't done early childhood braces. She ended up in braces during Covid, and even while the offices were closed, they were great with checking in via email/text having us send pics to ensure things were moving in the right direction. Since then, they have seen all 3 of my kids, and even myself! I am almost done with my first ever round of braces in my old motherly age ;) , and I can't believe how much it has changed things for me already! Dr Asbury is always so kind and happy to see us. The ladies are all sweet and they explain what they are doing a long the way. If you have a pokey wire or break a bracket (like I did two days ago... don't tell them I snuck I lifesaver mint at work)... they always try their hardest to work with your schedule to get you in ASAP! I can't recommend them enough! Plus they offer gold braces... which come on... so cool! Something totally different from the norm! read more

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Excellent care plan, pricing is reasonable, fantastic office staff. They are proactive, personable, helpful, kind and this is something overlooked more often than not. read more

Negative review!! Staff were unwelcoming and rude. I have anxiety and i felt like everybody just made it worst. They do not accommodate mental illness so don't even bother coming here. They really need to step up. The front desk receptionist didn't even call fir a follow up when they said the would... honestly shoulda just pick something closer to home. Im very disappoint with this whole visit. read more

Negative review !! Save your time and energy don't even try to contact you won't even get a appointment Rude receptionist also !! read more

My daughter was very nervous starting braces. From the minute we walked in the door, smiling and friendly front desk welcomed us in and provided many answers to our questions. Dr Asbury and the manager have been great through this process. The assistants are just as good making my daughter comfortable and dare I say excited to come back next time? Yes! They help make the treatment process fun with an array of different colors for the braces. Thank you, Braces San Diego! read more

Dr. Asbury is top notch. So dedicated, he was present at every single one of my child's appointments to check the progress and make adjustments as needed. He went above and beyond. Office atmosphere is clean, calm, relaxed. They don't overbook, and it was never crowded. They had two to three patients max at one time, which reflects his integrity. All staff were welcoming and friendly. Business is organized and well run. I am grateful to Dr. Asbury. read more

Clean and good office overall, but make sure to double check costs and pricing before booking your appointment. I was referred to Braces SD by my dentist for a new retainer and they quoted me 1 thing but charged me differently when I was there. Seemed like it was a normal thing for them as the Receptionist was just like "oh, sorry." Bummer for sure since I live downtown and thought I found a place with a deal. Would have found something much closer for the price. read more

Now that my kids are past braces, I decided to do Invisalign for myself. I'd only had my teeth quasi-straightened in my late teens by using a retainer system with brackets on it that didn't completely address my issues. I briefly considered a mail-order Invisalign-type option, but decided it wouldn't be good. Without regular visits with a dr, if I had any complications (loose teeth, rubbing appliances, etc) I would be out of luck. And while they promised that treatment would only take 8 months, the results wouldn't be as good. Dr. Asbury actually told me better results would happen with regular braces, but I didn't think I could tolerate those. He came up with a 2 year treatment plan for me that involves rubber bands and these little spots of enamel on the outside of my teeth in order to move them better. Who knew you could use rubber bands with Invisalign? This is something you can't do with the mail-order place. I'm glad I'm doing it because my chronic jaw pain has gotten a lot better by wearing them (my jaw joint had worn off all the cartilage, and wearing these creates a space between the joints). His assistant told me that Dr. Asbury actually teaches other orthodontists how to do Invisalign, so if you go this route, consider using him. read more

Dr. Hirsch started straightening my teeth 18 years ago. Don't worry - I'm not still in braces! They only lasted 1 year. My teeth are straight now, and I'm very happy. He had the best doctor's office by far when I was a kid. He got every teen magazine (including the middle school age girl trinity of Teen, Seventeen, and YM). And he got yearbooks from all the local schools. That meant you could find your current crush in his 7th grade yearbook. It was great for research purposes. A few Nintendos were also set up (but I'm sure he's graduated onto Wii or something by now). There were also TVs above every orthodontist chair station. When you got your braces off you'd get a gift certificate for a free manicure or boy equivalent. Dr. Hirsch was good, too. And although it was easy to be distracted by all the shiny objects (magazines! yearbooks! Nintendo! TVs!) he was a really good orthodontist. read more

Dr. Asbury and his entire team are absolutely wonderful! I spent years being self-conscious of my teeth and disliking my smile. I wanted Invisalign, but needed metal braces. Dr. Asbury put together a treatment plan that worked for me, which included both. Throughout my treatment he was very patient, and made adjustments to ensure my comfort. The entire team was friendly and professional during each and every interaction. I just finished with the Invisalign and can tell you that my decision to go to Braces San Diego was life changing. I am confident and free with my smile now and forever grateful to Dr. Asbury and his team! read more

This is a super late review - like years late. My daughter got her braces here five years ago. She got them when Braces was at their old location, and finished up at their newer location. Dr. Asbury was super nice, as were all the staff. They always answered questions in a professional and friendly manner, even dumb questions! Never pushy or condescending, it was a nice experience. In the old location, the place was exceptionally clean and well maintained. Everyone in my family is all grown up now so we probably won't be back here :( I kinda miss seeing all the staff and doctors. Definitely recommended. read more

Dr. Hirsh is great. He's a funny dude and really likes what he does and his patients. I REALLY appreciate people who don't try to sell you crap you don't need. So I'm one of those terrible people who had braces in their teens and needed them again in college because I never wore my terrible retainer. Let me be specific too, about how I found Dr. Hirsh. Since my old orthodontist retired (I got them when I was in the Bay Area as a teen) I asked my dentist who recommended me to the BEST in San Ramon. I called that orthodontist (who was one of the creators of Invisalign the system) and he recommended Gary Hirsh. They went to dental school together and said he was THE BEST IN SO CAL. So just so you guys know. I like Dr. Hirsh because hes absolutely no nonsense. My teeth are pretty straight, and you can't see it in photos, but my two front teeth stick out a little, but my bite is still pretty right on. He tried to talk me out of getting braces again, because he said I didn't need them, but he gave me a great price anyway since I was insistent. He gave me a price, but it turned out to be a little more expensive because the Invisalign people thought I would need more than the express treatment and he only charged me for the cost of the materials after that and not the treatment since it was different from his initial consultation. So besides being extremely knowledgeable in this field, he's really nice and fun to kids, so I don't think there's anymore you can ask for. I went to his La Jolla office though, not his San Carlos one. He's also extremely reasonable price wise since I know some of the orthos I went to get consults for tried to charge me an arm and a leg for my already pre-treated teeth. read more

Dr. Hirsh is a professional and all you have to do is look at my teeth. When I came to Dr. Hirsh my mouth looked like God dropped my teeth in random order. And now I can let my smile shine with great confidence. Dr. Hirsh and his staff are welcoming, engaging and encouraging. I cannot say enough about my experience as a patient. read more

Excellent!!! Dr. Hirsh is the very best orthodontist out there! He is extremely friendly, caring, professional and best of all...just really SWEET! He does a fantastic job and offers flexible payment plans to his patients. He is not the cheapest orthodontist out there, but his work is well worth the price. People always complement my smile and I owe that to him! read more

An amazing dentist! Professional, clean, pain-free, and simply as great as a visit to the dentist can be. =) For once, you don't have to dread your dental appointment...thanks to Dr Hirsh! I would recommend him to absolutely anyone and everyone. read more

I've been going to Dr. Hirsh since July of last year and I would absolutely recommend him. The qualities I like most about him is that he really cares about how you feel, and he wants to make your teeth as perfect as possible. The staff who take care of the front office are always very nice and friendly with smiles. Thank you for being awesome! read more

I had a few consult visits here to discuss getting braces. During each visit, the staff was super friendly and helpful. The facilities were clean and welcoming. I was able to find good parking in the lot. And the Dr. is simply amazing. The billing office consultation was very thorough and I was provided with various payment options. I highly recommend this facility if you are looking for this type of work. I seriously doubt that you will find any better. La Sonja Peisker read more

Just finished 18 months of Invisalign with Dr.Asbury and his team. Such a phenomenal experience, and I highly suggest you go to Dr.Asbury for any of your children's or adult Ortho needs! So, so happy!! Loved my easy experience and loved my results!!! Wishing you a lifetime of success! read more

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I'm glad Gary Hirsch has retired as other parents don't have to put up with him. On Numerous occasions he would try to caress patients's hair with their parents right by them. Did it to me as well during my initial consultation and it happened so quick I was like wtf?? He is like a creepy grandfather. I'm surprised his all female staff and Moms who took their kids here never reported him to the medical board as he clearly is crossing a line. On the other hand his staff were all great but I stopped referring people here after seeing his antics. read more

I went here when I was 13 to get braces put on for my big gap and the service was amazing! My mom and I felt completely welcome. The front desk ladies were really nice and always offered water or coffee. The dentist is the nicest person you'll ever meet too. There's a game room and everything is really fast and easy. And my teeth came out BEAUTIFUL! I still get compliments on my smile! Hoping to come back soon for another set of braces because I lost my retainers :( read more

After I complained about an employee being insensitive to my appointment time that involved a conflict with my 25 th anniversary, Dr Hirsh made sure to have her work on my teeth. Once she failed to snip the back wires of my braces. They made such bleeding sores in my inner cheeks that I had to be put on antibiotics. He assigned her to remove my bands when I finished treatment. She removed them with such avengence, two teeth cracked. I thought seriously about suing him for malpractice but didn't want to do through the hassle. read more

There is something that has always bothered me about Dr. Hirsh. He deferred to my teenage stepdaughter's whims in a way that was not the best for her. Let me explain: I consulted with Dr. Hirsh for my own braces. He had come highly recommended by a friend f mine and to tell you the truth, I liked the guy when I consulted with him. He's warm, kind, seems caring. I liked him so much that I referred my teenage stepdaughter to him for her braces---- which brings me to the turnoff. My stepdaughter had worn Dr. Hirsh's braces for the number of months he had projected for her. Nevertheless, her front teeth were still crooked. She's a pretty girl so the crookedness if her front teeth was not ugly or disfiguring but this was at the age of sixteen....when a flawless complexion and build are part of the picture. After the thousands we had spent to get her teeth right we had hoped to see her teeth straight , not still crooked when her braces were removed. I was an adult when I got braces. I didn't want that for my stepdaughter...particularly since we wre paying Dr. Hirsh to get her mouth straight. I asked Dr. Hirsh about this, out of ear shot of my stepdaughter. He told me that if she were to simply keep the braces on a little longer her teeth would be perfect. It was something like 3-5 months longer. As I recall, it was 5 more months at the max. So I was surpised that Dr. Hirsh would remain so insistent that her braces would be removed the following week....BEFORE her teeth we actually corrected. I asked him. to please just get her teeth right. I could hardly believe my ears when he then told me, right to my face, "Well I can't do that. They need to come off next week. That was what I promised her." I was dumbfounded. This orthodontist was more determined to appease the whims of a sixteen year old than to simply get her teeth right. Even when consulted by one of the parents. He refused to even broach the subject to her to explain her two choices. It was simply more important for the teenager to "like" him than to get the job done right. I shared this information with her father and her mother as well. We each spoke with her, kinding explaining the fact that her teeth would be uncompleted. I pointed out that she looked lovely now, but as she grew older, say...into her thirties, she may regret not having had the job finished right by the orthodontist who had been hired to do so. She agreed. Hirsh did leave the braces on a few more months, but ONLY after this 16 year old child gave him the go ahead. I lost too much respect for the man to have my own braces done by him after this. ----------------- I just read the self serving and grossly inadequate and misleading remarks of Brian Asbury who has apparently bought this orthodontic practice from Dr. Hirsh. After her father, her boyfriend and I all teamed up to implore my stepdaughter to complete the necessary treatment time...she finally came away with a passable result. Her front teeth, even after retainers...are still misaligned. It seems to me that this new orthodontist is busily (if sloppily) attempting some sort of spin and damage control. I chuckle as I note that he even addressed his remarks to a "Becky". For an orthodontist, Dr. Asbury's attention to detail is laughable. read more

While attending SDSU, I was fortunate to have met Dr. Hirsh and receive his great orthodontic/professional care for my orthodontic needs a few years ago. Dr. Hirsh went to great lengths to create a warm, comfortable/relaxing yet fun environment-- by way of his great staff and enjoyable ambiance. From the initial consultation to the removal of my braces-- including a few subsequent check-ups for my final retainer-- his chair side manner was second to none. He always took great care and attention to detail: making sure I was pleased with my treatment. He was always fun and accessible-- creating great rapport, making his wealth of knowledge and orthodontic specialties easy to understand. If we didn't live so far away in Norther California, I would hands down be sending my two beautiful daughters to Dr. Hirsh, and if I could afford to send them from here...I'd do it in a heartbeat. Dr. Hirsh: Thanks for my wonderful gift of an amazing smile that I wear proudly every day, as a symbol of your great work. You're the best!! read more

If I could give more than 5 stars, I would. This team is THAT AWESOME! We met Sherri at the Clairemont Day at the Bay event two years ago. We had been starting to look around for an orthodontist for our daughter and had been disappointed so far with who we had interviewed in our neighborhood. I was hesitant to give this team a shot at first simply because their office closest to us is a 20-40 minute drive into the heart of La Jolla Village. I am so happy that we went to that first appointment. Every member of the staff was warm and welcoming and we felt at home right away. My daughter has her braces off now and her teeth are beautiful. Not only that, but we feel like the team at the office is now part of our family. They have all gone above and beyond to help us with everything from schedule conflicts, last minute sick kid cancellations, chap stick HOOK UPS!!!, to payment plans. When my phone rings and I see that someone from Braces San Diego is calling, I literally get a smile on my face and I am happy to answer my phone! Recommending Braces San Diego is a no-brainer for me. I am a firm believer in word of mouth advertising and we tell everyone we can about them. I can't wait for my youngest to be ready for her braces so we can go back to our regular visits! Who WANTS to visit their family ortho office? This girl. :) Even when my daughter was going through the braces process, she was always happy to go to her appointments. She is 15 and complains about everything!! That right there would have been enough for me to be happy with Dr. Asbury and his team. There are a lot of orthodontists in San Diego. You have choices. Chose this one!!! :) read more

Dr Asbury and his team are so fantastic. Very clean and professional. Always on time. Most importantly the results for my daughter have been incredible. Any time she has had an after Hours issue he comes in late or on a weekend. We've referred many happy families as well. read more

Braces San Diego - Great result so far, especially considering she is congenitally missing a lower middle tooth. Thanks Dr Asbury!! - Orthodontists Near Me - San Diego, California

I started Invisalign treatment at Braces San Diego about 6 months ago. I had braces when I was younger, but stopped wearing my retainers (Oops!) and my teeth shifted. I have nothing but good things to say about my experience here. A lot has changed since I first got braces 20 years ago! Here are some of the things I have appreciated since becoming a patient here: 1) Text & Email Reminders! I never have to worry about missing an appointment! I really appreciate that I get a text or email a couple of weeks before, then a few days before, then the day of my appointment. 2). Short wait times! I have never had to wait longer than 5 minutes to be seen for my appointment. I love that this office values my time. 3) Office Environment! The office is open, bright, and modern. I haven't brought my kids here (Yet! They're too young for orthodontic treatment...), but there are iPads to keep kids entertained and bottled water if you're thirsty. There's even a station to brush and floss your teeth before your appointment with a huge mirror in front. I'll have to take more pictures at my next appointment to add to my review. 4) Friendly Office Staff! Caitlin is the orthodontic dental assistant who has helped me each time I've gone in and she is amazingly friendly and thorough. She is great at answering questions and giving helpful tips. Dr. Asbury is also super friendly, professional, and knowledgeable and does a great job at explaining the treatment plan and answering any questions I have. Overall, it has been a great experience and I can't wait to see the finished results in a few more months! read more

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The best experience of my life! I was nervous to have braces applied at age 29. However the last three years have been amazing. Thank you to the team for all of the wonderful work and customer service. I highly recommend this office! read more

Braces San Diego - I had braces applied three years ago. Never did I have a bad experience. I love this office;recommended. - Orthodontists Near Me - San Diego, California

This place is the best so professional and the most friendly energetic staff too I recommend this place to anyone who needs braces read more

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Dr Asbury and the office team are Awesome!! My daughter's teeth look fantastic, she can't wait for them to come off in the summer. This is the office everyone should come to. Thank you so much read more

Super friendly, Very affordable, Quick and Easy. I needed a repair on a permanent lower retainer. Their prices were half that of those referred by my dentist out of pocket. They got me an appointment twice as soon. They were super friendly and no nonsense. I was so thankful for their service and would return any time if I need to! read more

This Doctor is by far the most unprofessional and rude man I have met in awhile. We came off a recommendation from our dentist. We were greeted by him scolding my 2 very young children for not sitting to his standard. He then proceeded to ask if my daughter who is 9 had any developmental delays?! Why you ask? I have no idea. We were there for orthodontic advise you see. Let's just say she will need braces and, he is right down the street but I would rather drive to LA then come back here. Don't bother. Mom of 3 read more

This is by far the most AMAZING place you will encounter with your family! A friendly family environment, that definitely works with you all the way around, you never feel pressured, and you better believe it that if you arrive in a grim mood, you will definitely leave happy! My daughter had Braces for 1 year and 1 month.. She just got them off in March 2016! She looks very Beautiful.. She will definitely remember Dr. Asbury the rest of her life, he gave her a smile that Sparkles in the sunlight! Thank you Dr. Asbury and of course your Talented team.... You are all wonderful! Next is my son... I'm excited! read more

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Today marks the one year anniversary of getting my braces off, and what a year it has been! Growing up, I was always self-conscious about my teeth but had numerous negative dental experiences that led me to believe there was nothing I could do to fix them. Years later, at 27, I decided to give orthodontia a shot. After careful research, I chose Braces San Diego, and I am so glad I did. Every single staff member is positive, warm, and welcoming, and they have made the entire process pain and fear free. For me, it was especially important to find an orthodontist who not only served adults but also removed any stigma of getting braces as an adult. Dr. Asbury and his staff exceeded my expectations in that regard. The entire process went quickly, and I am so happy with the results. I feel like a new and improved version of myself. I was recently observed teaching a class, and my adviser listed my confidence as one of my top qualities. People are always complimenting me on my smile. Two and a half years ago, I never would have expected either of those things to be possible. I'm going to miss seeing the staff on a regular basis, and I will never be able to thank them enough. If you're thinking about braces (and Braces San Diego in particular), do it. It'll be one of the best decisions you ever make. read more

I had been doing some research on finding an orthodontist that would do an amazing job with my teeth. I had gone to check out a couple offices and didn't like them, when I walked in to Braces San Diego, their offices were really nice and high tech. The staff was very amazing. I decided to get clear braces with them. I had my braces on for 18months and all my visits were amazing, I grew close to the staff since everyone is very kind and caring. Dr. Asbury is very experienced and has a lot of knowledge. He answers all your questions and makes you feel very welcomed. They're all very accommodating with your schedule.When I had my braces a lot of people would compliment my braces and often asked where they were done and make an appt and make this office their orthodontist office. I highly recommend this place. read more

We are switching from my daughter's dentist (who does orthodontics, but isn't an orthodontist) to Dr. Asbury. Not only is his office conveniently located to our home, the staff is so welcoming and friendly. His education and experience made it a no-brainer to choose him for our daughter's orthodontic work and I even have an appointment for a consultation for myself. read more

Dr. Asbury and the Braces San Diego team are awesome. They did a great job on my daughter's and son's teeth. We couldn't be happier. Highly recommend. read more

Video games before the chair, movies while you're in the chair, snacks while people wait for you in the chair, and great people taking care of you while you're in the chair. Being a terror of an 8 year old surrounded by people in labcoats, I needed distraction and thank goodness Rookie of the Year was on. As good as getting braces could be, that was it. Yea, I'm the second worst patient they've ever had (first was my sister), but my teeth are straight as a Kansas highway. read more

After much research and several visits to highly yelped orthodontists, I found Dr Hirsh. His office staff is very personable, professional, and helpful. Amanda took all the time we needed to explain everything to the kids. 2 of our kids had the MARA device installed and it fixed their overbite in no time! Anytime there was an issue, we got right in to see Dr Hirsh. He is absolutely the best! read more