Pediatric Service

Braces in Alameda, Oakland, Pleasanton & Brentwood, CA

Explore braces options for children and teens in Alameda, including personalized treatment plans and flexible visits.

Financial Information

Let's Talk About the Financial Side

We'll help you make sense of your insurance benefits so there are no surprises. Because every plan is different, we encourage families to check with their provider ahead of time. Your estimated patient portion is due at the time of service.

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Why Are Braces Needed?

Braces are recommended to treat a variety of dental and orthodontic issues, including:

Crooked or Misaligned Teeth: Correcting overlapping, twisted, or uneven teeth.
Crowding: Creating space for teeth that are too close together.
Spacing Issues: Closing gaps between teeth.
Overbite: Addressing upper front teeth that stick out too far over the lower teeth.
Underbite: Correcting lower teeth that extend beyond the upper teeth.
Crossbite: Aligning teeth that don’t properly meet when biting down.
Open Bite: Aligning front teeth that don’t touch when the mouth is closed.
Jaw Alignment Issues: Improving the balance and positioning of the upper and lower jaws.

A teenage patient smiling during a visit

What are the different types of braces?

Traditional Metal Braces:

Made of high-grade stainless steel.
Most common and effective for all types of orthodontic issues.
Often paired with colorful elastics for personalization. Ceramic Braces:
Made of tooth-colored materials for a more discreet look.
Less noticeable but slightly more fragile than metal braces.

Why Alameda Pediatric Dentistry

A Few Things We Think You Should Know

Here Since 1971

One of the Bay Area's longest-serving pediatric dental practices, with families now bringing in their own kids.

The Only Practice of Our Kind

The Bay Area's only office pairing on-site wisdom teeth extractions with orthodontics and a fully equipped sedation center, all under one roof.

Hospital Privileges

Credentialed at UCSF Benioff and Kaiser Oakland. When your child needs hospital-based care, you won't be handed off to someone new.

The APD Membership Plan

No insurance? Our plan covers cleanings, exams, and routine X-rays, plus 20% off other procedures. No deductibles or waiting periods.

Plans start at $30/month

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We'd Love to Meet Your Family

First visit for your baby or orthodontics for your teenager, we're ready. Request an appointment at any of our four Bay Area locations.

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