2 of 2 listed practices hold American Board of Orthodontics certification, including Berkeley Orthodontics, Berkeley Orthodontics: Telegraph Ave Office. Board certification is voluntary and requires examination after specialty training.

Carrier lists are on each practice profile. Confirm coverage with the office before a first visit.

Yes. 2 of 2 listed practices offer a no-cost initial consultation. What is included varies by office.

Every listing is checked against a current license record in the CMS NPPES registry before it appears. That confirms the practice or provider is in the federal record as an orthodontic specialty. It is not a ranking, a board-certification mark, or a paid badge.

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first evaluation by age 7, when enough permanent teeth have erupted to spot bite and spacing problems. 2 Berkeley-area practices are AAO members.