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    I'm a Registered Nurse and I know what excellent care looks like and it's here!
    Natalie E.

    A big shout out to Nela Orthodontics, Dr Lee and his fabulous team. From start to finish just an exceptional experience. Appointments were quick and easy. Back office staff were always gentle and considerate. Front office staff are exceedingly accommodating and the Dr has the best bedside (or rather, chairside) manner. In addition they are AFFORDABLE. I'M SO GRATEFUL!!! At 50 years old, I finally have the smile I've always dreamed of! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

    May 26, 2022... The day I said YES to the BRACE(S)
    Irma C.

    Dr Lee and the entire staff are AMAZING!! Every time you walk in the team is so welcoming and always on time for appointments. My ortho journey began a year ago after YEARS or going back and forth contemplating if I should or shouldn't get the braces. I went to numerous consultations before finding NELA Orthodontics. The previous consultation told me I needed an expander and that my treatment would be 2 1/2 years long, that did not sit right with me since this was the first time any orthodontist had mentioned it. Thankfully I came across Dr Lee. The day of my consultation with him I said YES! LETS DO THIS!! The office manager Karla explained everything in regards to what my insurance will and won't cover. She's the best! The assistants are just as great. Always friendly and providing such support while working on me. As for Dr Lee? What you see is what you get. He tells it like it is and listens to your concerns. He doesn't sugar coat anything but is never ever rude. I only have a few months left in my Ortho journey but I'm sure going to miss everyone once the braces come off. I can't wait to have some jolly ranchers and a candy apple, it's been so long but I know that at the end it will all be worth it. Don't hesitate in scheduling a consultation with NELA Orthodontics, trust me, you will not regret it 10/10, two thumbs and two toes up!!

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    Paul L.

    I am so glad that I went in for a consultation with Dr. Peter. He was very attentive to all of my insecurities. He was very thorough with his explanation and I felt at home. Dr. Peter seemed like he was not only very knowledgeable about braces, but also in Invisalign and this newer aligner treatment called Spark. I truly felt that he had my best interest at heart and was able to help me make a decision that fit my professional needs as I needed them to be as invisible as possible due to my job. My Spark journey has been amazing so far and I am already seeing such a big improvement with my smile. During my recent visit, he told me that I may be able to finish my treatment early if I continue to cooperate with my aligner wear! I can't wait to finish soon! Thank you so much for taking a great care of me!

    I normally don't do reviews, but this place deserves praise. My treatment was for clear aligners which took a year and a half. The staff was incredible from the very beginning. Every time I called, they were responsive and kind. Whenever I came by for an appointment, my appointment time was honored and I never waited too long. Dr. Lee is knowledgeable, kind and easy to talk to. You get goodies when you become and patient with them, AND you get goodies when you finish your treatment too! It was the best decision going to get a consultation with them a year and a half ago. I felt like they went above and beyond.

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    Lee answered all my questions and made me feel comfortable and confident that I'd see results.

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    Vision Dental - One of our 14 newly constructed private rooms fully equipped with Adec 500 Series Chairs, In ceiling TV, Adec Jade Air Purifier,  and more.

    Vision Dental

    4.9(348 reviews)
    13.6 miWest Los Angeles
    Kid friendly
    Free parking

    I have hated the dentist for majority of my life. I came here today as a first time patient for a…read morecleaning and when I tell you, this is the BEST dentist office I've ever been to. I have never felt so comfortable and in such good hands. From the hygienist, to Dr. William Cheng, they were absolutely excellent. Best cleaning I have had, the hygienist was extremely kind and thorough. She was meticulous about getting all the stains and any buildup out. Plus they put TV's on the ceiling so when you're getting your cleaning you can watch Netflix. It's bright and airy in there and it's across from a beautiful green lawn! I extremely recommend this place, and I'm so happy I found my new dentist.

    I came in for a touch-up after accidentally throwing away my retainers (pro tip: do NOT put them in…read morea napkin ), and my lower teeth had shifted a bit. Dr. Nicole Cheng was absolutely AMAZING throughout the entire process. She was so meticulous and took the time to make sure everything was done perfectly. Beyond her attention to detail, she's incredibly knowledgeable and clearly knows what she's doing. She graduated from UCLA and completed her orthodontic residency there as well (which is highly competitive) so you're truly in expert hands. On top of that, she's very genuine and transparent about pricing, which made me feel comfortable and never pressured. I trust Nicole completely for all of my orthodontic needs and couldn't recommend her more. If you're looking for someone who is skilled, honest, and truly cares about your results, she's the one.

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    Dr. Nicole Cheng DDS MS - Board Certified Orthodontist

    Vision Dental - Dr. Rogelio Garcia DDS - General and Cosmetic Dentistry

    Dr. Rogelio Garcia DDS - General and Cosmetic Dentistry

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    Waldman Orthodontics - November 2015 Smile of the Month

    Waldman Orthodontics

    4.9(208 reviews)
    10.5 mi

    And, now my son is preparing for braces. I am so grateful to Dr Waldman and his amazing staff for…read moretaking such excellent care of both my children. The staff is so responsive, professional, and kind. Would absolutely recommend Dr Waldman to anyone! You simply can't go wrong. Btw, my daughter's teeth are gorgeous, her jaw pain is gone, and her smile is from ear to ear! Thank you, Dr Wal

    I've taken some time to reflect before sharing my experience with this clinic, as I had hoped for a…read morebetter outcome. When I first walked in, everything appeared professional, and the doctor seemed knowledgeable, which led me to trust the clinic for my treatment. Previously, I had an unpleasant experience with another company that straightened my teeth but caused issues with my bite, leaving my back teeth unable to close properly. The goal of my treatment was to fix that bite. Dr. Waldman introduced me to a new treatment using 3D-printed custom braces, which I found exciting, especially since it was priced similarly to traditional braces. However, from the start, I faced issues with the treatment. The custom bite turbos kept chipping and cracking, leading us to remove them. Later, due to nighttime teeth grinding, I severely wore down my front teeth, which the doctor did not notice until I pointed it out. He prescribed a night guard, which helped protect my teeth. I will also be adding pictures showing the state of my teeth at the start of the treatment and right after they were removed at the office, before the doctor shaved them and made them look normal, to highlight how much of my teeth had been ground down. The treatment duration ended up being much longer than expected--almost two years instead of the 14 months initially suggested. Additionally, the retainer for my upper teeth was made incorrectly, causing discomfort and misalignment in one area. Despite my concerns, the staff assured me that it was supposed to hurt, which led to one tooth becoming crocked. Fortunately, they fixed it with a new 3D-printed retainer by my demand and convincing them i'm not imagining it and it's not normal. I also have pictures showing the incorrect retainer they gave me, which caused discomfort and misalignment of front tooth, I will also include pictures of the problem itself, the difference might not be that big, but I felt and saw it. Even though the treatment was lengthy, the final results didn't fully address my concerns. My bite still didn't feel right, and after the treatment, my back 7th teeth almost had no contact. Additionally, my front upper and lower teeth were touching when they shouldn't, worsening my TMJ condition. I ultimately stopped wearing the retainer, as I didn't know what to do and didn't get any response from the doctor, my TMJ improved as a result, but my teeth shifted. I tried reaching out for assistance after completing the treatment, but I didn't receive any response. I didn't get any responses to any of my further questions and concerns after my installment plan was paid off. I will be adding all of these pictures in the hope that this helps others make a more informed decision. Every experience is unique, and I think it's important to consider all aspects when choosing a treatment plan.

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    Waldman Orthodontics - September 2015 Smile of the Month

    September 2015 Smile of the Month

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    February 2016 Smile of the Month

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    Culver City Orthodontics - Dr. Fell and Dr. Borenstein are a mother-daughter orthodontic team serving Culver City.

    Culver City Orthodontics

    4.7(176 reviews)
    13.7 mi
    Women-owned & operated
    40 years in business

    Dr. Borenstein is truly the best orthodontist, and I recommend her without hesitation. She guided…read moremy oldest child through both a palatal expander and Invisalign with incredible skill, patience, and care, and now we've started treatment with our second child because there was never any question we'd come back to her. She's knowledgeable, thorough, honest, and takes the time to explain every step of the process. Her entire office is warm, organized, and welcoming, which makes every visit a positive experience for both kids and parents. My children actually enjoy going to their appointments! If you're looking for an orthodontist who delivers outstanding results while making the experience as stress-free as possible, Dr. Borenstein is the one. We couldn't be happier with the care our family has received.

    Dr. Fell, Dr Borenstein and the entire team at Culver City Orthodontics have been absolutely…read moreoutstanding. My son had a very complex case with severe teeth alignment issues, as well as a missing adult tooth. Dr. Fell took the time to carefully evaluate every option and even collaborated with other dental specialists, including working after hours, to develop the best possible treatment plan for him. What really sets her apart is not only her expertise, but her dedication and the strong relationships she has with other specialists. Knowing she has a trusted network to consult with gave us so much confidence that my son was receiving the very best care. The entire staff is kind, attentive, highly skilled, and always makes us feel welcome. Every visit has been a positive experience, and we've always felt that my son's best interests were the top priority. I can't recommend Dr. Fell and Culver City Orthodontics highly enough. If you're looking for an orthodontist who truly goes above and beyond, this is the place to go.

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    Culver City Orthodontics - Dr. Fell and Dr. Borenstein - our mother daughter team of Board Certified Orthodontists

    Dr. Fell and Dr. Borenstein - our mother daughter team of Board Certified Orthodontists

    Culver City Orthodontics - View of the front desk from the waiting room

    View of the front desk from the waiting room

    Culver City Orthodontics - Beautifully redesigned waiting room. It's a shame you'll barely get to use it since they are so fast!

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    Beautifully redesigned waiting room. It's a shame you'll barely get to use it since they are so fast!

    Beverly Hills Orthodontics - Founder Dr Monica Madan

    Beverly Hills Orthodontics

    4.7(260 reviews)
    12.3 miCentury City
    Women-owned & operated
    Boutique

    Beverly Hills Orthodontics absolutely exceeded my expectations and has provided an exceptional…read moreservice and experience! Dr. Madan and her team are friendly, professional, and genuinely care about their patients. In Oct 2024, I inquired about Invisalign to a handful of orthos. Due to my smile at the time, I was told I needed braces instead of Invisalign from other orthos. Dr. Madan was the one that said she can use Invisalign but I would have to wear bands as well and be disciplined in wearing them to see the results. She was honest and realistic in her approach and I'm glad I decided to go with BH Ortho. Fast forward to July 2026, my gap in my teeth has closed and my teeth are incredibly straight. So thankful for Beverly Hills Orthodontics! The office is clean, appointments are efficient to make via text, and conveniently there are multiple locations across LA. The pic in the office and at the restaurant show my new smile using Invisalign with Beverly Hills Orthodontics, and the other two pics are before. If you're looking for an orthodontist who delivers exceptional care and outstanding results, I highly recommend Beverly Hills Orthodontics.

    We've had a wonderful experience at Beverly Hills Orthodontics! Dr. Maden is incredibly kind and…read moretakes the time to make my son feel comfortable at every visit. The entire staff is efficient and friendly -- appointments run on time and scheduling is always a breeze. The office itself is beautiful, with a great view overlooking Beverly Hills High School. My son's treatment is still ongoing, but we're very happy with the results so far and have full confidence in Dr. Maden and her team. Highly recommend!

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    Beverly Hills Orthodontics - BHO uses state of the art iTero Element technology. No more messy molds!

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    BHO uses state of the art iTero Element technology. No more messy molds!

    TruSmile Orthodontics

    TruSmile Orthodontics

    4.9(160 reviews)
    14.2 mi
    6 years in business
    Offers payment plans

    Excellent care and customer service, some of the staff basically watched my daughter grow up! When…read moresearching for braces for my daughter, I went to two different offices. One office was cheaper but I decided I'd rather pay a little more for the quality experience that Trusmile provided my daughter and I. At the end of the day, I think I actually saved money because Dr Zamani is a perfectionist, I had paid off my daughter's full treatment plan and she still was seen many times until he was satisfied with her smile and bite. I never felt like I was left with any unanswered questions. Sometimes we had to wait a bit to be seen but typically we were seen quickly. There are a lot of friendly staff in the office, but Kash was our absolute favorite. She is so knowledgeable, kind, caring, and has the best energy. We will miss her but I will return at some point for myself to perfect my smile.

    Amazing Orthodontist. I got braces during Covid to fix my snaggle tooth in the bottom teeth. Got…read morethe clear ones. You could barely see them. (You could feel them)...everyone is so helpful and friendly. I think I wore them for 19 months. When they came off, it was a glorious day just to feel my teeth again was amazing. So of course you have to wear a retainer to maintain that new smile. I got the retainer assurance plan, which is why I'm here today because I lost my retainers...again. I think you get up to seven retainers over like eight years or something. This is the second time I've used it. I might have like a year or two left, but it's been amazing to be able to stop in and order another set. Everybody on staff is absolutely amazing. The office is so clean so modern with the latest technology. This is the place you want to go if you want your teeth straight and they whiten teeth here they have payment plans that work for everybody's budget. Cannot recommend enough!

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    Your TruSmile team!

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    Lisa Gao, DDS, MS- Westwood Orthodontics

    Lisa Gao, DDS, MS- Westwood Orthodontics

    4.7(116 reviews)
    14.0 miWestwood, UCLA
    Speaks Mandarin
    Free consultations

    I had an amazing experience at Westwood Orthodontics! If you're looking for the best orthodontist…read morein Los Angeles or a trusted Westwood orthodontist, I highly recommend Dr. Lisa Gao and her team. From my first consultation through every appointment, everyone was professional, friendly, and genuinely cared about my smile. The office is modern, spotless, and uses the latest orthodontic technology. I chose Invisalign, and the entire process was smooth, with clear communication and outstanding results. They also offer braces for kids, teens, and adults, making them a great choice for the whole family. What impressed me most was how much time Dr. Gao spent explaining my treatment options and making sure I felt comfortable. Scheduling was easy, appointments were always on time, and the staff made every visit enjoyable. If you're searching for an orthodontist near UCLA, a Westwood Invisalign provider, or an experienced orthodontist in Los Angeles, Westwood Orthodontics is the place to go. I couldn't be happier with my new smile and highly recommend them to anyone looking for exceptional orthodontic care.

    I had a very good initial consultation with Dr. Gao on Friday. We discussed my treatment goals in…read moredetail, and she said she was confident they were achievable. I trusted her plan and was genuinely excited to start treatment. Unfortunately, the office experience afterward was deeply disappointing and unprofessional. During the consultation, the coordinator, Lindsey, told me that Wed was the last day to secure the $500 new-patient incentive and that I could call on that day to pay the deposit by phone. I was also told I would receive follow-up materials and a brief call by Monday or Tuesday. Neither happened, so I called on Tuesday. The front desk confirmed that Lindsey was handling my case, but I was never able to speak with her again after the consultation. Each time, I was told she was at lunch or had already left, and none of the promised callbacks ever came. Even without receiving the materials, I had already decided to move forward, so I called as instructed, only to learn that the office is normally closed on Wednesdays. I was not calling nonstop. I usually called once a day, and sometimes once more near closing only after a promised callback did not happen. After 3 straight days of promised callbacks that never came, I finally expressed how frustrated I was. Instead of addressing what had happened, they told me they would no longer accept me because of my "treatment expectations." Since Dr. Gao and I had already discussed those expectations, I respectfully asked for just 10-15 minutes with her to clarify the treatment plan. That request was denied, and the reason later became my "communication style." I was not asking for special treatment. I was simply trying to start treatment with a doctor I trusted while following up on commitments the office had made. Being treated as the problem after repeatedly waiting for callbacks that never came was genuinely hurtful. Their final response did not acknowledge any of the missed follow-ups or offer even a basic apology. Instead, my reaction to their communication problems became the issue. I'm attaching screenshots so people can read everything and decide for themselves. I also sincerely hope Dr. Gao sees how Lindsey and the front desk handled a patient who had been excited to begin treatment with her.

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    Lisa Gao, DDS, MS- Westwood Orthodontics
    Lisa Gao, DDS, MS- Westwood Orthodontics
    Lisa Gao, DDS, MS- Westwood Orthodontics

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