A Henderson & Las Vegas
Orthodontist Your Family
Will Actually Look Forward To
Personalized care for keiki, teens and adults — from a team that treats your family like 'ohana.
A Henderson orthodontist who treats your family like ‘ohana
Choosing an orthodontist in Henderson should not feel like a sales appointment. At Beth’s Braces, it feels more like being welcomed into someone’s home.
Dr. Beth Yamashiro grew up in Hawai‘i, where aloha is not a greeting so much as a way of treating people. She brought that with her to the Las Vegas Valley, and you notice it the moment you walk in. Our team learns your kids’ names. We explain what we see before we recommend anything. And when a treatment is not necessary yet, we say so and send you home.
Families come to us from Green Valley, Anthem, Seven Hills, Summerlin and across Henderson because they want two things at once: real clinical expertise and an office that actually feels good to visit. You should not have to choose between them.
Below you will find how we work with children, teens and adults, what treatment costs, and what happens at your first visit. Everything starts with a free consultation, and there is never any pressure to book treatment on the spot.
Who are we helping today?
Orthodontic care looks different at seven, at fourteen and at forty. Here is where most families start.
Getting ahead of it, gently
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first check-up around age seven. That does not mean braces at seven. It means we can watch how permanent teeth are arriving and catch a small problem before it becomes a big one.
- Early (Phase 1) treatment when it genuinely helps
- Space maintainers and growth monitoring
- Metal and clear braces
- An honest timeline, not a sales pitch
Braces that fit their actual life
Your teen has opinions about what goes on their teeth, and they should. We walk through every option with them directly, not just with you, so they feel some ownership over the next eighteen months.
- Traditional metal braces
- Clear ceramic braces
- Invisalign Teen with wear indicators
- Retainers and sports mouthguards
It is genuinely not too late
Roughly one in four orthodontic patients today is an adult, and honestly they tend to be the most motivated. Whether you never had the chance as a kid or your teeth have shifted since, we build the plan around your schedule.
- Invisalign clear aligners
- Clear ceramic and metal braces
- Treatment around work and travel
- 0% APR financing, no credit check
Dr. Beth Yamashiro, DDS, MBA
An island upbringing, a Nevada practice, and sixteen years of watching people light up when the braces come off.
Dr. Beth earned her Doctorate of Dental Surgery with high honors from the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco in 2009, then completed her orthodontic specialty residency and an MBA at Roseman University of Health Sciences right here in southern Nevada. She has practiced in the Las Vegas Valley ever since.
Orthodontics is a specialty, not a service a general dentist adds to a menu. After dental school, an orthodontist completes two to three additional years of accredited residency devoted entirely to tooth movement, jaw growth and bite correction. That is the training Dr. Beth brings to every consultation, whether you are seven or fifty-seven.
What patients tend to mention afterward, though, is not the credentials. It is that she explains what she sees on the scan in words that make sense, tells you plainly when a treatment is not worth doing, and remembers which of your kids hates the purple bands.
- Doctorate of Dental Surgery, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry — graduated with high honors, 2009
- Orthodontic specialty residency, Roseman University of Health Sciences
- Master of Business Administration, Roseman University of Health Sciences
- Licensed Nevada orthodontist, license #S3-238 (verify)
- Treating patients across Las Vegas and Henderson since 2009
Credentials & training
Orthodontic treatment options at Beth’s Braces
Every mouth is different, so we never lead with a single answer. At your consultation, Dr. Beth will walk you through the options that actually fit your case.
Invisalign clear aligners
A series of clear, removable trays that shift teeth gradually. Nearly invisible, no food restrictions, and check-ins only every six to eight weeks. Most cases finish in six to eighteen months.
Invisalign in Henderson & Las Vegas →Traditional metal braces
Still the most versatile option, and still the right call for complex bites. Today’s brackets are considerably smaller and more comfortable than the ones you remember.
All treatment options →Clear ceramic braces
The reliability of fixed braces with tooth-coloured brackets that blend into your smile. Popular with teens who want photos to look like photos, and with adults in client-facing roles.
All treatment options →Early (Phase 1) treatment
For children around ages seven to ten, sometimes a short early phase prevents years of complex work later. Just as often, the right answer is to wait and watch. We will tell you which.
Early orthodontic treatment →Retainers & retention
Teeth drift. For the first year after treatment we recommend wearing retainers full time, then nights only. Retention is not an afterthought here, it is how the result holds.
Caring for your smile →3D imaging with iCAT FLX
Our iCAT FLX scanner captures teeth, bone and soft tissue in three dimensions, which means more precise planning and fewer surprises. It also uses less radiation than conventional dental X-rays.
How we plan treatment →What braces and Invisalign cost, and how families pay for them
Cost is the first question most people have and the last one most orthodontic websites answer. We would rather just tell you.
The honest answer is that your total depends on how much movement your case needs and how long treatment runs. A ten-month aligner case and a twenty-four-month complex bite correction are not the same investment. That is exactly why the consultation is free: you leave with a real number for your case, not a range you have to guess inside.
What we can promise up front is that nobody gets quoted a price and then left to figure it out alone. Most families here pay monthly at 0% APR with no credit check, and we apply your orthodontic insurance benefit before anything else.
What happens at your first visit
Your consultation takes about an hour. Here is exactly how it goes, so nothing about it catches you off guard.
We take photos and a 3D scan
Our team captures clinical photos and an iCAT FLX scan of your teeth, jaw and bite. It is quick, it is painless, and there is nothing to swallow or bite down on.
Dr. Beth examines and explains
She reviews the scan with you on screen and shows you what she is actually looking at. If you have a question mid-sentence, ask it. That is the point of the visit.
You get a plan and a price
Before you leave, you receive a written treatment plan with recommended options, an expected timeline and the exact fee. We go over insurance and monthly payment figures at the same time.
You decide when you are ready
Some patients start the same day. Many go home and think about it, and that is completely fine. There is no expiring offer and nobody will chase you.
Treatment begins on your schedule
If you choose braces and your dentist has cleared you, we can often bond brackets the same day. For Invisalign, we scan for the lab immediately and your aligners arrive about four weeks later.
What Henderson and Las Vegas families say
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Serving Henderson from our S. Eastern Ave office
Our practice sits at 9480 S. Eastern Ave, Suite 145 in Las Vegas, just off the 215 — which puts us roughly ten minutes from most of Henderson.
Because we are one office rather than a chain of satellite locations, you see Dr. Beth at every appointment. There is free parking directly outside, and we hold early-morning and after-school slots specifically so families are not pulling kids out of class for an adjustment.
Office hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · (702) 706-2468 · smiles@bethsbraces.com
Frequently asked questions
At what age should my child first see an orthodontist?
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first orthodontic evaluation by age seven. Most children that age do not need any treatment yet. The visit simply lets Dr. Beth monitor how permanent teeth and the jaw are developing, so that if something does need correcting, it is caught while it is still simple.
Do I need a referral from my dentist to see an orthodontist?
No. You can book a free consultation at Beth’s Braces directly, online or by calling (702) 706-2468. Many of our patients are referred by their general dentist, but a referral is not required in Nevada and it will not change your fee.
How much do braces or Invisalign cost in Henderson?
Your total depends on the complexity of your case and how long treatment runs, so we quote an exact figure at your free consultation rather than publishing a range that may not apply to you. We offer monthly financing at 0% APR with no credit check, and we apply your orthodontic insurance benefit first.
How long does orthodontic treatment take?
Most Invisalign cases finish in six to eighteen months. Braces generally run eighteen to twenty-four months. Simple crowding can resolve faster, while significant bite correction takes longer. Dr. Beth gives you a projected timeline in writing before you commit to anything.
Is Invisalign as effective as traditional braces?
For mild to moderate crowding, spacing and bite issues, yes. However, not every case is a candidate. Complex bite corrections and significant rotations are often handled better with fixed braces. Dr. Beth confirms candidacy using the 3D scan at your consultation, and she will tell you if aligners are not the right tool for your case.
Does orthodontic treatment hurt?
You can expect mild pressure or tenderness for a day or two after braces are placed and after each adjustment, and similarly when you switch to a new set of aligners. It generally fades quickly, and over-the-counter pain relief is usually more than enough. Sharp or persistent pain is not normal, so call us if that happens.
How often will I need appointments?
Braces patients typically come in every four to eight weeks. Invisalign patients come in every six to eight weeks. We reserve early-morning and after-school times for school-age patients so appointments interrupt as little as possible.
Can I start treatment the same day as my consultation?
Often, yes. If you are getting metal or clear braces and your dentist has cleared you, we can bond brackets the same day. For Invisalign we take the lab scan that day, and your first set of aligners arrives approximately four weeks later.
What happens after my braces come off?
You move into retention. Retainers hold your teeth in their new positions while the surrounding bone and tissue settle. For the first year we recommend wearing them essentially full time, after which most patients switch to nights only. Skipping retention is the single most common reason a beautiful result drifts.
Will my dental insurance cover orthodontic treatment?
Many dental plans include a separate lifetime orthodontic benefit, often for dependent children and sometimes for adults. We accept most major plans, verify your benefit before treatment starts, and apply it to your total so you know your real out-of-pocket figure up front.
Come meet us. The first visit is on us.
A free consultation, an honest look at your smile, and a plan you can take home and think about. No pressure, no hard sell. Mahalo for considering us for your family.