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Dr. Joel F. Brodsky, DDS - Orthodontist in Lakewood, California

Dr. Joel F. Brodsky, DDS

Orthodontist

Lakewood, California
● Taking New Patients
NPI: 1639231210· License: 24275 (CA) verify
Industry payments (2025): $601 across 2 payments (what this means)
4.63(131 ratings)

About

Dr. Joel F. Brodsky is a Board Certified Orthodontist practicing in Lakewood, California, and serving the surrounding Long Beach area. His practice, established in 1976, specializes in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics, with a core focus on crafting beautiful, confident smiles. Dr. Brodsky's practice has been recognized as a 2026 Blue Diamond Invisalign Provider, a distinction that places his doctors among the top Invisalign providers in the country. They have transformed thousands of smiles using clear aligner treatment. The practice offers free consultations and aims to create a positive patient experience. Dr. Brodsky finds it most rewarding to see patients enjoying themselves at events. To foster this, the practice hosts an annual patient party, a monthly 'Word of the Month' contest, and an Annual Brodsky Giveaway, which has included prizes like a family trip to Walt Disney World. Brodsky Orthodontics also supports students with the Lakewood Orthodontics Scholarship. They highlight that orthodontic care, including correcting issues like overjet and overbite, can lead to easier cleaning, reduced jaw strain, and a properly functioning bite.

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Specialties

  • Orthodontist

Procedures & Services

Select a service to schedule an appointment · each is approximately 60 minutes

Average Cost of Surgery

Healthcare costs shouldn't be a mystery. Each figure below is the average of the total costs patients reported in their own published reviews of Dr. Joel F. Brodsky, with the number of reports and the years they were written. Prices are not adjusted for inflation and are not a quote: your final cost is set at consultation and depends on your specific medical needs. How we calculate these prices

Invisalign

$5,785

1 patient report · 2014

About typicalTypical in Lakewood: $4,000–$6,000 (median $5,000, 13 reports) compare ↗

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Joel F. Brodsky

Sourced directly from Dr. Joel F. Brodsky's social posts and replies.

What oral hygiene tips does Dr. Brodsky recommend for patients during the school year?
Dr. Brodsky advises patients to take extra care of their smile when returning to their school-year routine. Simple habits like packing braces-friendly snacks and consistently brushing can significantly help maintain oral health.
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Does Brodsky Orthodontics offer any community programs or scholarships?
Yes, Brodsky Orthodontics proudly offers the Lakewood Orthodontics Scholarship, designed to support students in achieving their future goals.
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Does Brodsky Orthodontics host patient events?
Yes, the practice hosts an annual patient party, inviting patients and their families for a night of fun and games.
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What are the benefits of braces beyond just straightening teeth?
Braces offer benefits beyond just aesthetic teeth straightening, including easier cleaning between teeth, reduced jaw strain, and a properly functioning bite.
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From Dr. Joel F. Brodsky's Instagram

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Technologies & brands Dr. Joel F. Brodsky mentions

Devices, implants, injectables and products named in Dr. Joel F. Brodsky's own posts and videos. A mention is not an endorsement; ask the office what they currently offer.

DentalInvisalign · 3

Patient Experience

Dr. Joel F. Brodsky Review Summary

4.65
Dr. Brodsky receives stellar reviews, averaging 4.65 stars across platforms like Yelp and Google. Patients praise his expertise and friendly office environment.

Ratings from Other Platforms

yelp.com

4.4 out of 5

Based on 142 reviews

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Google Reviews

4.9 out of 5

Based on 120 reviews

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Dr. Joel F. Brodsky, DDS - Orthodontist in Lakewood, California

Brodsky Orthodontics

5920 Del Amo Blvd, Lakewood, California

(562) 496-2000

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Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2025)

$601

Payments

2

Compared to peers

Modest

Dr. Joel F. Brodsky received $601 across 2 payments in 2025. That is higher than about 57% of the physicians here who received any industry payment. Most of it was categorised as food and beverage, and the largest single payer was Align Technology, Inc..

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

Insurance Information

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Phone: (562) 496-2000

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Location & Contact Information

Brodsky Orthodontics

5920 Del Amo Blvd

Lakewood, California 90713

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Office Information

Phone: (562) 496-2000

Where does Dr. Joel F. Brodsky practice?

Doctor's Office

Brodsky Orthodontics (Primary)

5920 Del Amo Blvd, Lakewood, California 90713

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Hospital Affiliations

Hospital affiliations unknown

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Education & Experience

Education

Attended Ucla For Eight Years

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Joel F. Brodsky online?
The provided information doesn't confirm online booking availability. Contact the office at (562) 496-2000 for appointment scheduling.
Does Dr. Joel F. Brodsky offer telehealth?
The provided information does not indicate whether Dr. Brodsky offers telehealth services.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Joel F. Brodsky?
While the review titles mention a 57-year-old patient from Long Beach, CA, and the practice's location in Lakewood, CA, they don't provide specific feedback. However, other reviews highlight Dr. Brodsky as an "amazing Orthodontist" with a fun and exciting office atmosphere.
What areas of care does Dr. Joel F. Brodsky cater to?
Dr. Brodsky specializes in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics, providing comprehensive orthodontic care to patients in Lakewood and the surrounding Long Beach area. The practice's core focus is on crafting beautiful, confident smiles. The practice finds it most rewarding to see patients enjoying themselves at events, reflecting their commitment to a positive patient experience.