This page lists five orthodontists and orthodontic practices in Encinitas, California, chosen by a published method from public Google Maps data checked on November 9, 2026.[1] 5 of the five have addresses inside the city limits.[2] Ratings and review counts are shown as published on Google; this wiki does not write or edit reviews.
Selection rule: Businesses needed an address inside the Encinitas city boundary, a Google rating of 4.5 or higher from at least 25 reviews, and a matching business category. They are ordered by a review-weighted score that balances rating against the number of reviews. Full details are in the methodology.
Listings
1. Beam Orthodontics
Orthodontic practice on Santa Fe Drive; describes itself as a new practice offering orthodontic care.
- Address
- 355 Santa Fe Dr Suite 100, Encinitas, CA
- Phone
- (760) 390-6000
- Website
- smilesbeam.com
- Google rating
- 5.0 from 191 reviews[1]
- Map
- Google Maps listing
2. Encinitas Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
Pediatric dentistry and orthodontics for infants, children and teens on Saxony Road.
- Address
- 135 Saxony Rd #200, Encinitas, CA
- Phone
- (760) 634-5437
- Website
- encinitaskids.com
- Google rating
- 5.0 from 177 reviews[1]
- Map
- Google Maps listing
3. Espire Dental Encinitas
General dental practice offering cosmetic dentistry, implants and clear aligners, part of the Espire group.
- Address
- 501 N El Camino Real Ste 200, Encinitas, CA
- Phone
- (760) 436-2452
- Website
- espiredental.com
- Google rating
- 4.9 from 384 reviews[1]
- Map
- Google Maps listing
4. Encinitas Orthodontics
Orthodontic practice offering braces, Invisalign and adult expansion (MARPE), per its website.
- Address
- 317 N El Camino Real Ste 203, Encinitas, CA
- Phone
- (760) 942-4040
- Website
- encinitasortho.com
- Google rating
- 4.9 from 310 reviews[1]
- Map
- Google Maps listing
5. Sinclair Smiles – Encinitas
Family and cosmetic dental practice on North El Camino Real that lists orthodontic treatment.
- Address
- 499 N El Camino Real suite c-102, Encinitas, CA
- Phone
- (760) 354-4020
- Website
- sinclairsmiles.com
- Google rating
- 4.9 from 297 reviews[1]
- Map
- Google Maps listing
Comparison
| Business | Located in | Rating | Reviews | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beam Orthodontics | Encinitas | 5.0 | 191 | (760) 390-6000 |
| Encinitas Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics | Encinitas | 5.0 | 177 | (760) 634-5437 |
| Espire Dental Encinitas | Encinitas | 4.9 | 384 | (760) 436-2452 |
| Encinitas Orthodontics | Encinitas | 4.9 | 310 | (760) 942-4040 |
| Sinclair Smiles – Encinitas | Encinitas | 4.9 | 297 | (760) 354-4020 |
Together the five listings have 1,359 Google reviews, with an average rating of 4.94.[1]
Of the five listings, 5 have Encinitas addresses.[3] Listed addresses cluster on El Camino Real, Santa Fe Dr, Saxony Rd. The most-reviewed listing is Espire Dental Encinitas, with 384 Google reviews; the least-reviewed has 177.[1] Review counts reflect how long a business has been listed and how actively it asks customers for reviews, as well as customer satisfaction. Treat them as one signal among several.
Choosing an orthodontic practice in Encinitas
This category covers orthodontic specialists and dental practices that list orthodontics, braces or clear aligners on their Google profile. When choosing:
- Specialist or general dentist? An orthodontist has completed a residency after dental school. Many general dentists also offer clear aligners. Ask about the provider's training.
- Verify the licence through the Department of Consumer Affairs licence search, which covers the Dental Board of California.[4]
- Total cost. Ask for an all-in price that includes retainers and follow-up visits, and whether payment plans are interest-free.
- Age. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first check-up around age 7.
Common questions
- How to pick a good orthodontist?
- Check that the provider is a licensed specialist orthodontist, compare treatment plans and total fees from two or three practices, and ask about retainers, emergency visits and payment plans.
- What age is best to get braces?
- Orthodontists recommend a first evaluation around age 7. Most full treatment starts between about 9 and 14, but adults can be treated at any age if their teeth and gums are healthy.
- Is it mandatory to wear a retainer forever after Invisalign?
- Teeth tend to drift throughout life, so most orthodontists recommend wearing retainers indefinitely, usually nightly after an initial full-time period.
- What disqualifies you for Invisalign?
- Severe bite problems, some tooth rotations, active gum disease or untreated decay, and difficulty wearing aligners about 22 hours a day can make clear aligners unsuitable. An orthodontist can assess your case.
- Are braces tax deductible?
- Orthodontic treatment for medical or dental reasons generally counts as a qualified medical expense, for example for HSA or FSA spending or itemised medical deductions. Purely cosmetic work may not. Confirm with a tax professional.
See also
- Dermatologists
- HVAC contractors
- Electricians
- Roofing contractors
- Personal injury lawyers
- All business categories
- How listings are chosen
Notes and sources
- Google Maps business profiles (ratings, review counts, addresses, phones). Google Maps, retrieved November 9, 2026.
- TIGERweb: Encinitas city (GEOID 0622678). U.S. Census Bureau.
- Census Geocoder (coordinates to incorporated place). U.S. Census Bureau.
- License Search. California Department of Consumer Affairs.