Best orthodontists in Ottawa, ON: graded by phone audits
We phoned 24 Ottawa orthodontist offices after hours and graded what a patient hears. Here is who picked up the standard, and who did not.
What is the best orthodontist in Ottawa? The best orthodontist in Ottawa depends on what matters most to you, but Best Ortho ranks Ottawa practices on one thing we can measure: how they handle a patient's phone call after hours. 12 of 24 graded Ottawa offices got an A- or better. The practices with the strongest grades are listed below.
Top-graded orthodontists in Ottawa
Listed by after-hours grade, then by name. Practices with the same grade are not ranked against each other.
- Kanata OrthodonticsAfter-hours grade: A+
46 Saddlebrook St, K2G 5N4
- Van OrthodonticsAfter-hours grade: A+
5373 Fernbank Rd C8, Stittsville, K2S 0T7
- Barrhaven Orthodontics & PeriodonticsAfter-hours grade: A
3171 Strandherd Dr #200, Nepean, K2J 5N1
- Braces HavenAfter-hours grade: A
124 Laramie Cres, K2J 0W8
- Bytown OrthodonticsAfter-hours grade: A
1615 Orléans Blvd, K1C 7E2
- docbraces OttawaAfter-hours grade: A
2150 Montréal Rd, Gloucester, K1J 6M7
- Dr. Jennifer TanAfter-hours grade: A
3171 Strandherd Dr Unit 200, K2J 5N1
- Dr. John I. KershmanAfter-hours grade: A
2150 Montreal Rd, K1J 6M7
- Dr. John I. KershmanAfter-hours grade: A
1579 Bank St, K1H 7Z3
- Dr. Nick Karaiskos, OrthodontistAfter-hours grade: A
123 Riverstone Dr, K2J 5E5
Last audited: September 28, 2026
Why a phone-audit grade?
Reviews tell you about the chair. They rarely tell you what happens when you call at 9 p.m. because a bracket is poking your child's cheek. We test that part, the same way every time, so you can compare offices on it.
How we grade Ottawa orthodontists
Best Ortho places mystery-shopper calls to orthodontist offices after hours and grades the greeting a patient actually hears, from A+ to F.
- Calls run between 10 p.m. and 4 a.m. Mountain Time.
- A call is graded on whether the greeting names the practice, gives hours or a clear next step, and offers an emergency path. See the full scale on our methodology page.
- Calls that never connect (no answer, busy, failed) are left ungraded. They are not scored as a failure.
What the grades mean (and what they do not)
| Grade | What the caller heard |
|---|---|
| A+ | The practice is named, hours or a next step are given, and there is an emergency path |
| A | The practice is named, with hours or a callback offered (or a live answering service that identifies the practice) |
| A- | The practice is named, but the next step is limited |
| B+ | A generic but clear practice mailbox |
| C+ to C- | An unnamed or generic mailbox, almost no greeting, or unintelligible audio |
| D | The call reaches a different business than the one listed |
| F | The line is disconnected, the mailbox is not set up, or there is no working office number |
A grade measures the after-hours phone experience. It does not measure clinical skill. Use it as one signal alongside consultations, credentials and reviews.
What a Ottawa patient can do with a grade
- Shortlist two or three offices from the top of the list.
- Book a consultation at each, and ask what to do if something breaks after hours.
- Treat the grade as one signal. It measures the phone experience, not clinical skill.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the best orthodontist in Ottawa?
There is no single best orthodontist for everyone. Best Ortho grades Ottawa practices on after-hours phone handling, and the top-graded offices are listed at the top of this page. Book consultations with two or three before you decide.
How does Best Ortho grade orthodontists?
We place mystery-shopper phone calls after hours and grade the greeting from A+ to F. The grade reflects whether the practice is named, whether hours or a next step are given, and whether there is an emergency path.
Does an A+ mean the best orthodontic care?
No. An A+ means the after-hours phone experience was excellent. It does not measure treatment outcomes or clinical skill, so use it alongside consultations and credentials.
Why is my orthodontist not graded?
Some calls do not connect (no answer, busy, or a failed call), and those are left ungraded rather than scored as a failure. 24 of 26 Ottawa offices have a grade today.
How often are Ottawa grades updated?
The most recent Ottawa call was on September 28, 2026.
Can a practice pay for a better grade?
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