Expert Orthodontic Specialist for Lingual Braces
Orthodontics • Lompoc, CA • Multiple (Lompoc, Solvang, Santa Barbara) locations
About
Expert Orthodontic Specialist for Lingual Braces in Lompoc - Based in Lompoc, California, Santabarbarabraces (also known as Santabarbarabraces / Scott Harper) offers orthodontic services including lingual braces, clear braces, and Invisalign. - Key details: - Location: 2956 Barberry Ct, Lompoc, CA 93436 and 101 Civic Center Plz Ste A, Lompoc, CA 93436 - Category: Orthodontic specialist focusing on discreet solutions (lingual braces, clear braces, Invisalign) - Contact: Multiple local phone numbers listed (805 area) - Organization type: Small practice (1–10 employees) - Why it matches “Lingual Braces Lompoc”: Specializes in discreet orthodontic options with lingual braces and related services in the Lompoc area. If you’re specifically seeking lingual braces in Lompoc, this provider appears to be a focal option to consider. For precise treatment details, availability, and patient reviews, contact directly or visit their homepage sharpersmile.com.
Clinic Type
Orthodontics
Address
Lompoc, Solvang, Santa Barbara locations (Lompoc: 101 Civic Center Plaza, Lompoc, CA 93436; Solvang: 680 Alamo Pintado Rd. #203, Solvang, CA 93463; Santa Barbara: 1515 State St. #20, Santa Barbara, CA 93101)
Phone
(805) 736-3486
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Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
Current Offers
New Patient Offer — Not disclosed
FAQs
Do you offer lingual braces?
Yes, including lingual braces.
What types of braces are available?
There are many types of braces available including metal, ceramic, and lingual.
What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Healthgrades (Dr. Yvette Battle): 4.6 star rating (9 reviews) (9 reviews)
- US News / Press Ganey (Dr. Scott R. Harper): 5/5 patient rating (14 reviews)
- Healthgrades (Dr. Kirk Specht, nearby): 4.8 star rating (227 reviews) (227 reviews)
Patients praise
- High patient satisfaction scores for local orthodontists (e.g., 4.6/5; 5/5)
- Positive clinical interaction themes (e.g., time taken with patients, warm personality)
- For lingual braces/InBrace generally, many people adapt after an initial adjustment period
Common complaints
- Lingual braces can cause early discomfort/tongue irritation and speech changes during adjustment (lisp)
- Reports of severe pain/discomfort and difficulty eating/speaking with lingual braces in at least one account
- Potential lack of responsiveness described in a negative lingual braces experience
"“The best Orthodontist around! His warm personality and time taken with patients makes you feel like part of the family! I highly recommend Dr. Specht, he is wonderful!”"
— Healthgrades review snippet for Dr. Kirk Specht (Santa Maria, CA)"“After InBrace goes on, everyone has a two-week adjustment period… For starters, you’ll have a lisp.”"
— Oprah Daily (InBrace/l ingual braces experience)"“Shortly after the initial placement of the lingual braces, they began to experience severe pain and discomfort… difficult to eat, speak, and even sleep.”"
— Ruli article (lingual braces gone wrong)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Dr. Tracy Liang - Top Orthodontist in Miramar, Pembroke Pines & Weston FL | SMILE-FX® — Jan 15, 2026
- CALIDENTAL - Updated July 2026 - 32 Reviews - Yelp — Jun 5, 2026
- Invisible Braces In Tyler, Tx | East Texas Orthodontics — Nov 10, 2025
- Santa Maria’s Central Coast Orthodontics celebrates 30th anniversary — Aug 7, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
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