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LA Dental Braces San Diego

LA Dental Braces is an orthodontic practice offering metal braces, clear braces, Invisalign clear aligners, and SureSmile digital orthodontics.

6699 Alvarado Rd suite 2202, San Diego, CA 92120
4.7(239 reviews)
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About LA Dental Braces San Diego

Handles a notably high volume of early phase 1 treatment for young children, plus mid-treatment transfers and Invisalign cases, though care grew less consistent after the founding orthodontist retired.

Early phase 1 treatment for young children comes up far more than usual here, along with a steady stream of patients transferring in mid-treatment from other offices. Invisalign and retainer work are also frequently discussed, with many patients noting visible progress within a few months and same-visit repairs for broken retainers. Front desk staff, including one named Destiny, are often singled out for helping families understand costs and next steps. Reviewers note that since the original doctor retired, the rotation of different dentists has led to less consistent care.

Summary of 193 patient reviews, September 2013–June 2026, updated September 2026

LA Dental Braces is an orthodontic practice offering metal braces, clear braces, Invisalign clear aligners, and SureSmile digital orthodontics.

They serve patients of all ages with advanced diagnostic and treatment technologies, operating locations in Los Angeles and San Diego.

Treatments offered

Early TreatmentEarly TreatmentInvisalignInvisalignLingual BracesLingual BracesSelf-Ligating BracesSelf-Ligating BracesClear AlignersClear AlignersTraditional BracesTraditional BracesClear BracesClear BracesTMJ TreatmentTMJ TreatmentRetainersRetainers
GuidesHow much does Invisalign cost? →Clear aligner costs explained →Adult braces cost guide →

Who They Treat

LA Dental Braces San Diego provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:

Children
Ages 6–11
Teens
Ages 12–17
Adults
Ages 18+

Technology & Equipment

LA Dental Braces San Diego uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.

3D Digital Scanning
In-House 3D Printing
Custom Wire Technology
iTero/TRIOS
3D printing
SureSmile

Orthodontists at this office

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Dr. Dell Aldrich, D.D.S.-M.S.

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Dr. Luis Pinto, DDS

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Insurance accepted

3 plans listed
Delta Dental PPODelta Dental PremierRenaissance Dental
LA Dental Braces San Diego does not list Medicaid. Coverage varies by plan tier — confirm with the office before your first visit.

What patients say

Latest review 5 months ago

What patients praise

  • Young children are frequently brought in for early phase 1 treatment, sometimes across several kids in the same family.
  • Patients transferring in mid-treatment from other providers are often picked up without major disruption.
  • Invisalign and clear aligner patients frequently note visible progress within a few months.

Things to know

  • Several reviews describe less consistent care after the original doctor retired, with rotating dentists affecting continuity of treatment.
  • A few reviews mention confusing or inconsistent pricing, particularly around retainer replacements and billing.

Who it suits

  • Families with several children in treatment
  • Patients transferring mid-treatment from another provider
  • Young children needing early treatment
Last 12 months
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Star ratings
  • 5★216
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Average rating by year
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Treatments patients mention
  • Braces34
  • Invisalign / clear aligners22
  • Early (phase 1) treatment13
  • Retainers10
What patients talk about
PraiseCriticism
  • Friendly staff83 / 6
  • Treatment results28 / 3
  • Great with kids24 / 3
  • The orthodontist17 / 7
  • Clear explanations20 / 4
  • Cost, insurance & financing18 / 4
  • Responsiveness15 / 3
  • Scheduling & wait times12 / 4
What patients talk about
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Friendly staff836
Treatment results283
Great with kids243
The orthodontist177
Clear explanations204
Cost, insurance & financing184
Responsiveness153
Scheduling & wait times124

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Recent reviews from Google

4.7
239 reviews
Krysta M
Krysta M
3 months ago
“

We are on vacation from out of state and my daughter, who has braces, ran out of bands. They very graciously gave us a bag for free! The lady who gave us the bag even gave me a hug! The staff I interacted with were all so friendly and helpful. If we did live here, we would definitely go to them for our orthodontic needs.

Review from Google

Emma Abdelhamid
Emma Abdelhamid
5 months ago
“

My experience with LA Dental was perfect and my treatment results were a 10/10. Elsy was especially amazing throughout my treatment and provided the best service!!

Review from Google

Ryan Audo
Ryan Audo
5 months ago
“

This is a great location for a quick repair on permanent retainer. Elsy was great from the initial call to the process itself. She took bags of the repair in less than 20 minutes. I highly recommend!!

Review from Google

Jessica Rivera
Jessica Rivera
6 months ago
“

Elsy helped me and has very fast and courteous. She was very clear with the process and friendly. The process with scheduling the appointment online was easy and they provided all the registration documents online . Would definitely recommend

Review from Google

Kellie Formanek
Kellie Formanek
7 months ago
“

Edit: I absolutely loved Dr. Wynn, when he retired his patients were recommended here (a completely different office). The new staff is who I had a problem with. I came here in 2020-21 as a former patient of Dr. Wynn and had many frustrating appointments. I first made an appointment because my metal retainers had broken. When I called, they said they had none of my records from the previous practice, so great, we’re starting at square one. They took a new scan of my teeth and made new Invisalign retainers for me. They scheduled my pickup appointment without telling me, so when they called and asked when I would be there I had no idea what was going on. They made me reschedule my pickup (why couldn’t it just be something where I pop in, I don’t know) I was without retainers for at least two weeks, which did not feel great on my teeth. I also signed up to have a second, shorter round of braces- 5 sets of Invisalign, if I recall. This took over a year, despite my previous 32 sets taking about 2 years. My biggest issue was in my final appointment, when they were supposed to take the bumps off of my teeth, they spent over an hour grinding them off (I had 5 or 6 total, all in the front) and had to surprisingly grind off the tiniest part of the back of one of my incisors in order to fit the post-braces Invisalign retainer. Not only that, but the person doing this seemed a bit nervous, and he told me it was his first day and he had never really done this before. Awesome. One of my appointments was supposed to be a quick pick-up of either my next sets or my final retainers, I can’t quite remember. Even though I had an appointment at 9 am, I was sat waiting outside the office until 9:20 when a woman finally arrived and said that she had trouble getting her kid to school. I understand that things happen, but in that 20 minute time, I had 2 neighboring practices ask me if I needed something. I told them I was waiting on LA Dental, and they said “oh yeah they’re typically 30 minutes late so hopefully you’ll see them soon.” I know these appointments were a while ago, but I didn’t think about how terrible my experience was until someone recently told me about their not so great experience there and all the memories came back. Hopefully things have changed with time.

Review from Google

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Questions about this practice

What orthodontic treatments does LA Dental Braces San Diego offer?+
LA Dental Braces San Diego offers: Early Treatment, Invisalign, Lingual Braces, Self-Ligating Braces, Clear Aligners, Traditional Braces, Clear Braces, TMJ Treatment, Retainers.
Does LA Dental Braces San Diego accept dental insurance?+
LA Dental Braces San Diego accepts Delta Dental PPO, Delta Dental Premier, Renaissance Dental.
Does LA Dental Braces San Diego offer free consultations?+
Yes, LA Dental Braces San Diego offers a free initial orthodontic consultation. Call (619) 287-8870 or book online to schedule.
Is LA Dental Braces San Diego accepting new patients?+
LA Dental Braces San Diego is currently welcoming new patients in San Diego, CA. Call (619) 287-8870 or book online to schedule.
Where is LA Dental Braces San Diego located?+
LA Dental Braces San Diego is located at 6699 Alvarado Rd suite 2202. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=12819342176061136962&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for LA Dental Braces San Diego?+
LA Dental Braces San Diego office hours: Mon 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, Tue 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, Wed 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, Thu 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, Sat Closed–Closed, Sun Closed–Closed.
Does LA Dental Braces San Diego offer payment plans?+
Yes, LA Dental Braces San Diego offers flexible payment plans to make orthodontic treatment affordable.
Who are the orthodontists at LA Dental Braces San Diego?+
LA Dental Braces San Diego is staffed by Dr. Dell Aldrich, Dr. Luis Pinto. The practice is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO).
What is the patient rating for LA Dental Braces San Diego?+
LA Dental Braces San Diego has a 4.7-star rating based on 239 patient reviews on Google.

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