Expert Treatment for Any Age
Your orthodontic experience at Braces By Garcia is personal to us. We strive daily to provide the most rewarding and beneficial orthodontic care and customer service to each person who comes to us for treatment. For these reasons, the families of Temecula, Murrieta and Menifee have given us a longstanding reputation as the orthodontic practice to go to for service and care that is second to none
What Sets Us Apart
Affordability
While the cost of orthodontic treatment varies depending on each patient’s condition, we are ready to help you find a plan that can fit your budget and needs. Our affordable braces will have you and your family smiling in no time!
Pay Nothing if Approved by Medi-Cal!
We accept California’s Medicaid insurance program for those who qualify. Scheduling a free consultation can help you find out if this is an option for your family and if Medicaid can help with the cost of braces
Same-Day Braces
With same-day braces, we can maximize the efficiency of your visit and the results at the same time. Our team can help rescue you from the hassle of multiple visits. If you are a good candidate for braces, our team can help you get started that day! Not only do we save our patients money, we save you time!
En Español
En Braces by Garcia, proporcionamos atención de ortodoncia de calidad a un precio accesible. Creemos que nada debe interponerse en el camino de recibir atención de ortodoncia. Ofrecemos financiamiento libre de interés, pagos mensuales bajos y nunca requerimos verificación de crédito.
“I always dreamed about becoming an orthodontist like my father. I guess you could say it’s in my blood. Despite my education and experience, my father still manages to teach me things about the field. I thank him every day for the inspiration he’s been in my life.”
Dr. Garcia is a second generation orthodontist and comes from a family of physicians and dentists. He approaches orthodontics with a passion and a commitment to excellence while remembering to have some fun along the way!
Jose Garcia, D.D.S., M.S.
Dr. Garcia approaches orthodontics with a passion and a commitment to excellence while remembering to have some fun along the way! In his spare time, he enjoys a competitive game of golf, likes to do yoga or anything that keeps him active, and he is a serious world cup soccer fanatic. Dr. Garcia and his wife, Tanya, have lived in Temecula for over 10 years and would not choose to live anywhere else other than here with their three sons: Victor, Roberto and Alessandro.
Dr. Garcia earned his undergraduate degree from Bethany College, where he was recruited to play tennis and became an NAIA Academic All-American. He received a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Indiana University School of Dentistry and also completed a General Practice Residency at Indiana University Hospital. He was then accepted into the highly competitive Orthodontic Post-Doctoral program at Saint Louis University- currently considered one of the top orthodontic programs in the world. During his 30 month residency, Dr. Garcia was elected class president and earned both his orthodontic specialty certification and a Master of Science in Dentistry degree
He belongs to several dental professional organizations and multi-disciplinary study clubs and has twice been the president of the San Diego Academy of Orthodontists. Dr. Garcia is one of the premier providers of Invisalign in the country and even received the award for the best Class II Invisalign case in North America at the 2014 Invisalign Summit. He is on the Progressive Orthodontist Magazine Advisory Board, has been published in the American Journal of Orthodontics, attends continuing education courses throughout the year and intends to continue to maintain the practice at the cutting edge of orthodontic technology while keeping the best interest of his patients.
Mainer Cruz, D.D.S., M.S.
“I’m really excited to be a part of the Braces by Garcia team. It is a very friendly group, and as an orthodontist, I share the same values as Dr. Garcia.”
Dr. Cruz received her undergraduate degree from Andrews University and went on to receive her Doctorate of Dental Surgery, Orthodontic Certificate and Master’s Degree from Loma Linda University. She speaks both English and Spanish fluently and enjoys volunteering to help underprivileged youth with their dental needs.
Outside of work Dr. Cruz enjoys time with her family, dogs and baking.
James Grant, D.D.S., M.S.
“I am truly passionate about Dr. Garcia’s mission to provide high-quality treatment as conveniently as possible. It’s fun and very satisfying to work alongside all the friendly and skilled staff members at Braces by Garcia!”
Dr. Grant earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery at UCLA and received his orthodontic certificate and Master’s Degree from Saint Louis University.
Originally from Canada, Dr. Grant grew up in the San Diego area for many years. He has started surfing in his free time and does an embarrassing happy dance every time he gets to eat great food.
Exceeding Your Expectations
The people who come to us for treatment are more than just names on a chart – they are family. We love creating trusting and lasting relationships with our patients and their families. We go out of our way to make sure everyone knows how much we care. With very flexible financing options and accommodating office hours, we look forward to exceeding all of your orthodontic expectations.
Our Patients Love Us
What are you waiting for?
Feel Confident in Your New Smile!
Whether you want to straighten your smile to help your oral hygiene or to boost your self-esteem, Dr. Garcia can help!
