Dr Ludwig and his staff rock! My daughter has been seeing them for the last year and a half, they explain everything throughly and made my daughter comfortable with her braces. (Who likes having metal in their mouth?) Their customer service is top notch. Everyone in the office is delightful. We use to see them in their El Sobrante office when he had it there, and now we make the drive from El Sobrante to his office in Concord. You're in good hands when you see Dr Ludwig and his staff! Stop reading my review and go see for yourself! read more

I am happy with my Invisalign experience with the office and Dr Stevens. They treated me for over a year with checkups, adjustments, scans and X-rays and every time was handled efficiently and with ease. They are a highly professional staff with both competence and chair-side manner that leaves you feeling well taken care of. read more

These guys have worked with both of my daughters and done a great job. Their fees are reasonable. Both of my daughters could be a little bit difficult to work within in the chair when they were younger and they are super patient with them. If you ever have discomfort or something bordering on an emergency, they get you in right away. They seem to genuinely care about all their patients and I would definitely recommend them. read more

Amazing staff and care. Have always been accommodating to schedules. Explain what they are doing at each session.

Everyone at the office is so friendly. My daughter is excited about getting braces because the office makes it fun with Ortho bucks and different contests. Dr Ludwig and Sharron have really put this mom at ease with their detailed explanation of treatment plans and tailoring it for my child to understand as well. Happy to have been referred here! read more

I am very fussy about my teeth and have been visiting Clayton Valley Ortho. for over 3 years now. Dr. Ludwig and his team are awesome. I got braces as an adult and I have to sometimes reschedule my visits due to work. This practice is extremely cooperative and understanding. All of my concerns have always been addressed. At the end of visit, Dr. Ludwig gives quick feedback about the progress and future plan. His team is very friendly and makes everyone feel welcome. The office is always decorated for holidays and has plenty of parking in front. I like that they reward punctuality with Ortho Bucks. I got my braces off few months before the recommended time and had to go back because my bottom teeth started moving. Dr. Ludwig was extremely patient and advised to get a spring retainer that realigned my teeth and I got a perfect smile again read more

Clayton Valley Orthodontics - Dr. Ludwig and his 5 star team - Orthodontists Near Me - Concord, California

My experience at CVO has been pleasant so far and I expect it to be through my whole orthodontic treatment. Since my first visit being a consultation, I have been excited to go through with my treatment. Dr. Ludwig and his staff have helped made my process become more exciting especially for my awaited results. The Orthobucks and their other little contests are a great incentive for all the child patients here and I must admit, as a twenty year old, I'm pretty excited about getting rewarded also. A little attention for your progress is great especially coming from a professional and happy staff. Their office is equipped with the newest of technology and I'm very fortunate and appreciative that they have explained them to me. For those wondering, my treatment is full upper and lower invisalign for adults. Dr. Ludwig and his staff will also be happy to answer all your questions, even himself. He is definitely there for his patients and deserves all the positive reviews and recommendations. read more

Clayton Valley Orthodontics - CVO Tshirt - Orthodontists Near Me - Concord, California

CVO has the nicest staff..... I'm always greeted w/ a hello along w/ a friendly smile. The whole staff is awesome and very friendly. They make me feel like family!!! I have been going to this place for over 8 years. My 2 girls are patients... 16 year old and a 13 year old. We love going to the annual ice cream socials!!! We love the decorations they put on for pretty much every occasion. Great prizes for orthobucks. Fun monthly drawings. All in all.... I would definitely recommend this office to anyone who needs orthodontic treatment!!!!! read more

Clayton Valley Orthodontics - Another happy patient!!!! - Orthodontists Near Me - Concord, California

Good job Dr Ludwig for having the Friendliest staff ever! My kids are totally excited every time we have an appointment & even I play with the Find It toys! Lol read more

Clayton Valley Orthodontics - "What Orthobuck prize should I pick" - Orthodontists Near Me - Concord, California

Love it here! Highly recommended and very friendly staff. We're happy customers with two daughters and two beautiful smiles. read more

Clayton Valley Orthodontics - Office is so festive. - Orthodontists Near Me - Concord, California

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Long story short: get a bonded retainer! I was not offered one by the ortho that took off my braces ( a lot of years ago but let's not do math k?) and I am not great at wearing my retainers.. that results in my teeth wanting to shift back. Luckily I was referred to Clayton Valley Orthodontics from Dr Callaways office next door and they made me new retainers (remember my old ones don't fit from how much I don't wear them ... don't do this fyi) and then put on a bonded one on top and bottom teeth. THEN I PULLED MY PERFECT TOP RETAINER OFF by accident... messing with it.. again let's not get into exacts here, totally my fault and not anything to do with the work of the office. They were kind enough to make me a new one and make me all good again! Thank you!!!!! read more

Fantastic office. I have been for consults with both of my kids so far several times over the past year. Consult visits are free (even the second visit) which is fantastic seeing as our dentist recommended a visit to check spacing but my kid hadn't really lost enough baby teeth yet to know for sure. The office is easy to get too right off Clayton Road with plenty of parking. I thought it was hard to exit the parking lot as you can only go one way onto Clayton Rd until I realized this last week that there is a second driveway at the other end of the lot onto Washington. Much easier. You check in on a computer which is nice and easy and the waiting room has plenty of seats. The office is clean and all the staff I have met so far are very kind. My kids love them all. They offer orthobucks that the kids can save in order to "purchase" different prizes. There are various ways to earn orthobucks and is a nice incentive if you have a kiddo that is not excited about ortho work. Our appointments always seem to run pretty close to on time and are completed efficiently but not rushed. They also don't seem to push unneeded services. For example, they are not telling me that my oldest needs braces just to make money. In fact, they have told me that he may not need them for several years still (and he's already 11!). I am not used to kids getting braces so young as it wasn't done that way when I was a kid, so I sort of expected to be pushed for my kids to have them early. Not necessarily true here unless your kid actually needs them. So far very happy and we will continue with this office through whenever my kids do actually need braces. read more

This place is amazing! Both my daughter and son came here. Best ortho place ever! So highly organized, friendly and clean. The staff is amazing. Check in is awesome. Makes it wash for the parents. I highly recommend Dr Steven E Ludwig!!! read more

My second of 4 just finished up with CVO and I couldn't be more thrilled with the warmth of this office. Smiling faces always greet you. The kids have always been excited to go. I look forward to the next two completing their second round with this office as I know appointments will be smooth, ice cream socials will be a blast, and it will be an all-around fantastic experience...AGAIN...and AGAIN. read more

I have been going to Clayton Valley Orthodontics for the last two years, and from day one they made me feel so welcomed. I have always been so scared and nervous to go to the dentist, but everytime I thought about coming to my appointments I couldnt wait to go. They always have fun contest, cool decorations and every single person in the office is super nice. I just got my braces taken off yesturday and they made me feel so special, I would recommend this group to anyone that I really cared about...Oh ya and I can't forget to say how great of a party they can throw...I love the ice cream socials, I hope I can still go even after my braces are gone...lol... Tatyana M. read more

The lovely people at Clayton Valley Orthodontics have been nothing but highly professional and kind. The treatment my child and I are receiving is indeed remarkable. I'm very thankful for their services. read more

Clayton Valley Orthodontics - Consultation room - Orthodontists Near Me - Concord, California

I love it here. They make it so much fun for the kids and easy for the adults. Every time somebody gets their braces off they throw a little party and I know it makes the kids feel special. My daughter's teeth are JACKED up and they always have been. They're very thorough about explaining what they're going to do and why, and I really appreciate it. They offer little incentives for the kids to do everything they need to do and I think that's the only reason my 9 year old takes good care of her teeth. She knows that she will get rewarded for good behavior, and it's less time I have to spend harassing her about it! :) Thank you to the CVO staff for being so nice and so kid friendly! read more

My daughter just got her braces off. The 2 years flew by because of the great service here. Everyone is very nice and professional. They do a lot of fun things for the kids like jar contests, ortho bucks and a street fair. Even when my daughter had an emergency, they came in on a Sunday to fix things. That was awesome. read more

Clayton Valley Orthodontics - I can't recommend Clayton Valley Orthodontics enough. My daughter just got her braces off and her teeth are beautiful! - Orthodontists Near Me - Concord, California

Dr. Ludwig and his staff put up with me constantly checking in personally while my daughter is in the chair, and asking all kinds of questions. So far, we are very pleased and have recommended two friends to this office. My daughters open bite is now a beautiful smile. A bit more to do, but it is encouraging to see the progress. Each summer, he is also nice enough to host a fun event for all the patients, for free. Rock climbing, hair braids, bull riding, tattoos, jumpy houses, dunk tanks, ice cream, and music. It puts a lot of fun in having braces! (Not to mention the orthobucks, and earning prizes or rewards of choice from binders of fun ideas) read more

I'd like to thank everyone at CVO for their professionalism, caring service and smiles! From the first visit, when I was leery of the whole process, the staff here did a great job informing and clarifying, making us feel more at ease. They even seemed to go out of their way to make you smile. (-: **CRAZY PEOPLE** :-) After awhile, the visits were more like a little party stop with kids spending their Ortho-bucks and cheers for fresh new smiles without braces and such! And the best part was that my daughter always looked forward to going! Thanks Dr. Ludwig and Staff!! read more

All the staffs here are really friendly and nice! I just got my braces off about 8 months ago after wearing them for approximately 2 years and 2 months and the time sure went by quick all thanks to the staffs for being so caring and attentive. 5 stars for sure! :) read more

A very welcoming office and they have a great incentive program for the kids that motivates my son well.

We drive all the way from Oakland because Dr. Ludwig and his staff are amazing. Worth the trip!

I'm a patient at the CVO and I love it!!! I love the service, they all always have a positive attitude, and they always welcome you with a smile that makes you feel welcomed! read more

This is the best office. Every time you come in they are friendly and inviting. This is my third child to come to this office for braces. Thank you Dr. Ludwig and his amazing staff. All three of my kids have beautiful smiles. read more

We love Dr. Ludwig and his staff. I appreciate the friendliness of the staff. It's always a delight to come. The outcome is so worth the amount of times that we come. read more

The entire staff and experience at CVO has been absolutely perfect. And I am writing this review 15+ years later! They have your information on file and continue to welcome your questions with a warm smile even after all these years. I highly recommend CVO! read more

Clayton Valley Orthodontics has been amazing! They're all very warm and inviting and the treatment has been wonderful! We highly recommend them! read more

Clayton Valley Orthodontics has treated all three of my children with their orthodontia needs. The entire staff is delightful to work with and my children never even minded going to the orthodontist! They are very quick to respond to problems and once they even came in to help my son when the office was closed...that doesn't happen often! They are truly a special group. dpblake read more

We got the best care at Clayton valley Ortho from the Dr to all of the staff, it was VIP treatment. Our needs were met all the way around. Great experience and we will use them again for my next child. read more

I had some problems with the metal rings on my teeth and they got me in the next day and fixed the problem. The staff is very caring and Dr Ludwig is do understanding and helpful! read more

Dr. Ludwig and his staff are so friendly and have done an excellent job treating 3 of my boys. If the 4th needs braces we will be back for #4 too. I highly recommend Dr. Ludwig and his staff. They made braces an enjoyable experience for my kids. I love how they make it a party for them on the day they get their braces off & they always have some kind of contest going on for the kids. read more

Clayton Valley Orthodontics is the best! I had braces when I was younger, which was a wonderful experience. After college I returned with an interest in Invisalign which they were happy to help me with! I used Invisalign for less than a year and my teeth adjusted perfectly! The staff is always so nice and extremely helpful. I wouldn't want to go anywhere else. They were also very adaptable when my schedule would change and I had to reschedule my appointment. I recommend them to everyone! A great environment for kids and adults! read more

My daughter got her braces on 2 years ago. Her teeth were terrible! She was being teased by kids at her school and she did not like to smile. Sharon was the first person we met, then Dr. Ludwig. They were great and gave me honest feedback on what it would take to fix my daughter's teeth. I never felt pushed or like I was being sold to. Every visit since then has been a positive one - even when discussing payments. Jill is great and I'm not sure that Karen ever has a grumpy day. We now live in Pleasant Hill, but I don't mind one bit driving out to Clayton to get care from good people that we can trust. My daughter just got her braces off and now will need to continue care with retainers and should she ever need to go back to braces, I'd still drive to Clayton to go to CVO. They really are that awesome :). I am a single mom with a teenage daughter, so I really have no extra time to write reviews that are not the truth... read more

This is The BEST ORTHO on the planet! Ok I guess I really can't know that for sure but it's the best in the area. The doctors and staff make everyone feel welcome and comfortable. I love this office! read more

Everyone at CVO is super friendly and goes the extra mile to make sure that everything is explained clearly and that the kids are as comfortable and informed as possible. I never had fun going to the ortho like the kids here do. But more importantly than the fun, Dr. Ludwig seems competent and the course of treatment both makes sense and is progressing well. read more

We have only had fabulous experiences here. Our son just got his Invisalign braces today! read more

Clayton Valley Orthodontics - Halloween... bring your candy in for Orthobucks... - Orthodontists Near Me - Concord, California

After a long search for the right orthodontist for my daughters braces, we choose this place. The initial exam was a whole lot more extensive than anyone else we saw. The process of how things work was explained so well. we are on our 5th visit and every one of them have been very pleasant. The staff is efficient and friendly. The doctor takes his time and answers all our questions, and addresses all of our concerns. I would highly recommend this place. I am glad we chose them. read more

Great place. My daughter got her braces put on here and the Dr. And staff are amazing. Nothing but smiles everytime we come into this place. I recommend this place to all my friends who have kids that need braces. If you're looking for a place, and need a recommendation . Then look no further I recommend this place. read more

Great place. I've had two kids get braces here and one is going through treatment now. Everyone is very nice, no waiting around, and very profesional. When ever I call, anyone I talk to knows me and my kids and they dont need to check my file to tell me whats going on. read more