Between school schedules, work, and activities, finding time for orthodontic visits can feel like one more thing on a full calendar.
Hambleton Orthodontics is a family-owned practice in Pasadena, and we welcome children, teens, and adults from Alhambra who want clear answers and a plan that fits real life. At your first visit, we take time to review your bite, explain what we see, and outline your options so you can decide what to do next with confidence. Our Pasadena office is where it all begins.
Four of our seven team members speak Spanish, so parents and patients can ask questions and talk through treatment in the language they are most comfortable with. We want every parent in the room to feel included in decisions about their child’s care, from the first exam to the final retainer.
Our office opens at 7:30 a.m. Tuesday through Friday, so ask our team about the earliest visit times available. Treatment usually involves regular check-ins, and we plan your schedule so appointments stay manageable for students and working adults.
Dr. Robert Hambleton and Dr. Lindsey Hambleton MacFarlane both teach in USC’s graduate orthodontic program, so they regularly explain their diagnoses and reasoning to residents who are learning to make the same decisions. That habit carries into our Pasadena office, where we show every Alhambra family how we reached our recommendation and why. Whether your child is heading to class at an Alhambra school or you are fitting visits around a work week, we aim to keep orthodontic care clear, comfortable, and unhurried.
Hambleton Orthodontics serves many families from across the San Gabriel Valley who come to us specifically because our team communicates clearly, in the language they are most comfortable with. Four of our seven staff members speak Spanish, which means Alhambra families can ask questions, go over treatment details, and get follow-up answers without anything getting lost. That matters when you are making decisions about your child’s care.
We are a family-owned practice that has been treating patients in this part of Los Angeles County since 1955. That means we have worked with families from Alhambra, Pasadena, and the surrounding area for generations, and many of the patients we now see are the children or grandchildren of people Dr. Richard Hambleton treated decades ago. That kind of history is not something a newer practice can offer, and it shapes how we approach care — with patience, with honesty, and with an eye toward results that hold over time.
Our office on South Oak Knoll Avenue in Pasadena is roughly 10 to 15 minutes from Alhambra, and we work to keep appointments on schedule so your trip is as efficient as possible. We welcome children starting around age 7, teenagers in the middle of school and activities, and adults who are considering treatment for the first time or returning to address relapse. Every new patient starts with a comprehensive orthodontic evaluation before we recommend anything. If you have questions ahead of time, we are glad to talk them through.
The right treatment depends on your goals, your bite, and how you live. We explain each option so you can choose with confidence.
Traditional braces work for many children and teens, and we adjust them at regular visits to keep treatment on track.
Ceramic clear braces use tooth-colored brackets that blend in, which appeals to many teens and working adults.
Invisalign uses removable clear trays that many adults find easy to fit into a packed schedule.
A first visit around age 7 helps us watch how teeth and jaws develop. Parents can review what to expect from pediatric orthodontics.
Alhambra parents often want to know how a visit works, what languages we speak, and what treatment might cost before they call. We have answered those questions below.
Yes. Four of our seven team members speak Spanish, so you can ask questions and review your treatment plan in your preferred language.
Digital treatment planning helps us show families what a smile may look like before treatment begins. Ask about it at your visit, and we will walk you through what it shows.
We are out-of-network and do not hold insurance contracts. We do see Delta Dental patients and help you use your benefits, so check with your carrier about orthodontic coverage before your visit.
Use our contact form to request an appointment, and read about your first visit to know what to expect. Our office is open Tuesday through Friday.
Our office is at 200 S Oak Knoll Ave in Pasadena, roughly 10 to 15 minutes from Alhambra. We open at 7:30 a.m. Tuesday through Friday, which makes it easier to schedule before school or work for many families.
Yes. We offer in-house payment plans that spread costs across the treatment period, and we accept Cherry financing for families who prefer a third-party option. We also speak Spanish if you’d like to go over numbers in your preferred language.
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends an initial checkup by age 7. We see children at that age to evaluate how teeth and jaws are developing. Most don’t need treatment yet — we watch and advise — but early evaluations can make later care simpler when the time comes.
Three generations of our family have cared for Pasadena-area smiles for more than 70 years. We treat children, teens, and adults with braces, ceramic clear braces, and Invisalign, and we walk you through every step so you always know what to expect.
Hambleton Orthodontics offers a free consultation — a good way to understand your options and get honest answers before making any decisions. Take the first step and contact our office to schedule yours.
