Beam Orthodontics
Jeffery Schaefer, DDS, MSD:
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★★★★★

DENTAL TREATMENTS OFFERED

Braces

Clear aligners

Retainers

Sleep apnea therapy

Comprehensive orthodontics

Space maintainers

Palatal expanders

Headgears

TMJ treatment

Interceptive orthodontics

CLEAR ALIGNER SERVICES

OFFICE HOURS

Monday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Tuesday: 10:00 am to 7:00 pm

Wednesday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Thursday: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

Friday: 7:00 am to 3:00 pm

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

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PATIENT REVIEWS

This review is a year overdue, but no less enthusiastic. My nephew came to visit from Belgium and broke one of his braces, I called several orthodontists, but all said no to our request for urgent one-time service, except the team at Beam. They squeezed us in right away. The entire team was friendly and efficient. My nephew is developmentally disabled, so he could have easily been frightened by the new experience, but instead he was totally at ease. *I would have submitted this sooner, but I had a bike accident two days after our guests left and had a head injury. I literally didn’t remember the experience until I drove by the office recently.

Our kids met Dr. Schaefer and the team at the Encinitas Egg Hunt event which they sponsor. Their staff are so friendly, fun and professional that we were sure right away they would be our go-to when the time came for orthodontics. Our youngest, Brady has a super crowded mouth at age 7 and we need to treat now to avoid bigger problems down the road. Brady honestly couldn’t wait to get to his first appointment and had such a good experience and loves the office and staff. As parents, this is such a relief and just makes the whole thing easier. Their staff communicate very well and laid out the whole plan and plenty of options to make it work for us. We feel very good to have a plan now, to have a handle on the costs, and not to worry about it later. Also, for sure, they have the best office too. Super calm, clean and a very cool look. Visits work out too with the amazing Encinitas Community Park right next door and the beach close as well. Five stars!

Great Caring Doc and staff. They go above and beyond to make each visit a positive experience. Both my tween and teen really likes Dr Schaefer and so far the treatment plan seems to be working quickly and with very little discomfort. Excellent Ortho and fun Office!

Not only is this a gorgeous, state of the art office, it is a boutique practice. You don’t feel run over, or rushed, and you can feel how close this family owned practice is to its community. The decor is gorgeous, and fun, so I can certainly see why teenagers would love it. And they have freshly baked cookies! Yes! I went in as an adult, for a consult with Dr. Schaefer. Everyone from start to finish was so welcoming. I had my name on the wall, and was greeted with a warm smile and a tour. After getting all my images done I saw the doctor, who is so sweet and personable. I was not rushed, and everyone took their time to make sure I understood all of my options. Dr. Schaefer gave me several options, one of them being no treatment at all. He was open, and honest. He shared that he felt that surgery would be too drastic, and at most a shorter orthodontic treatment would help me achieve my esthetic goals. He really took the time to listen to my main concerns, and ultimately told me he felt that I should take some time to consider my options, rather than forcing me to sign on the dotted line so to speak. I felt heard, understood, and no pressure. I’m thankful for Dr. Schaefer’s honesty, and appreciate everyone’s generosity and kindness. Will definitely be sending family and friends over!

We love Dr. Schaefer and the entire Beam staff. Our daughter has been going to Beam for about 7 months and I’m thrilled with how her teeth are progressing. We had initial consultations with two different ortho offices and I am SO happy we went with Beam! Could not be more pleased!

What a pleasant experience from a young and extremely professional orthodontist.  He truly has the patient’s best interest at hand and makes decisions based on  need not $$.    The office is welcoming and the staff is great.  They use the latest technology for everything.  I needed new retainers for myself and my older son but wish I had started my daughters braces here.  If I had to choose an orthodontist today, I would choose Dr. Schaefer without question.

We were on vacation in San Diego when my son’s expander broke.  Our local orthodontist, in Walnut Creek, connected us with Beam Orthodontics and Dr. Schaefer.  Not only did Dr. Schaefer respond to my email within 30 minutes to one hour at 9:30 at night, he set us up with a morning appointment the very next day.  Upon entering his state of the art office, he welcomed us at the front desk and took care of our needs right away.  For those of you living in San Diego, I highly recommend Dr. Schaefer!

Comfortable, friendly atmosphere and staff! I’m really impressed with all aspects of Beam Orthodontics! It’s refreshing to go to a business where people seem like they actually care about your experience. I have a young son who is super shy which can make first visits tough, but everyone made him feel relaxed and comfortable by explaining everything to him first. And for me as a yoga minded mother, it’s important to support businesses that have a mindful approach to customer care! Thanks Dr. Schaefer and staff!

Hands down one of the best Orthodontist and dental TEAM around! Dr. Schaefer has helped our 8yr old daughter correct a thumb sucking habit that caused some major dental concerns (cross-bite, open-bite) to name a few! We are now on track to having phase 1 removed in one year! Thank you for all that you guys do by going above and beyond at each visit! Your professionalism, patient experience, and expertise is greatly appreciated!

AMAZING SERVICE!!! Dr. Schaefer and his entire team are not only warm, kind and welcoming, but they impressed our family with their professionalism and CUTTING EDGE office and technique. They really took time to educate us about our options, and our daughter appreciated their thoughtful explanations of what was happening as they put her braces on, making what could have been an intimidating process very pleasant and comfortable. I loved the doctor’s PERSONAL FOLLOW-UP to see how our daughter was adjusting, and he went out of his way to give us solutions for a tongue thrust problem we could work on at home to possibly avoid needing a mouth piece in the future. Thank you for a FANTASTIC EXPERIENCE! The Beam Team REALLY CARES, and it shows in everything they do!

We love Dr. Schaefer and the entire Beam staff.  Our daughter has been going to Beam for about 7 months and I’m thrilled with how her teeth are progressing.  We had initial consultations with two different ortho offices and I am SO happy we went with Beam! Could not be more pleased!

My daughters have loved being cared for by the team at Beam Orthodontics. They provide state of the art care with a family loving environment. Beam Orthodontics is a wonderful addition to the community and I recommend them highly. In addition, Dr. Schaefer is Board Certified which is extremely important and yet not commonly found. Thanks to Beam Orthodontics, my daughters are well on their way to beautiful, straight teeth!

Absolutely love the Beam Team! Everything is perfect about this office. From the interior design, friendly attentive staff, to the great musical choices. Dr. Schaefer goes above & beyond for his patients. He’s very responsive to emails & calls as well. I’ve had my braces on for a year, and I’m already seeing great results! I’m so glad that I’m going through the “braces experience” with a great doctor.

I have 2 kids currently under Dr Schaefer’s care and I cannot express to you how confident I am in the care they are receiving. He’s attentive, thorough, responsive, answers all my questions and has seen us last minute to make adjustments when necessary. The practice as a whole is so warm and inviting and my kids feel so comfortable going there which to me is paramount.

Dr. Schaefer is a very attentive to me and my families needs. When I approached him about wanting to get invisilign to fix some of my teeth that got punched in a number of years ago he advise that it would help me with my smile. Since starting treatment I think I’m smiling more and he’s assisting me in increasing my confidence in the work place. Thank you Doc!

Dr. Schaefer is a very attentive to me and my families needs. When I approached him about wanting to get invisilign to fix some of my teeth that got punched in a number of years ago he advise that it would help me with my smile. Since starting treatment I think I’m smiling more and he’s assisting me in increasing my confidence in the work place. Thank you Doc!

I can only say that Dr. Schaefer and his staff are a joy to visit. I decided to get Invisalign at a later point in life, and they have been very attentive in making sure that every thing is going well, and is comfortable. He has a gentle touch and is a caring doctor. He always follows up after my visits and takes a very personal approach to his practice, which I appreciate. The office staff is also cheerful and I am excited to improve my smile with their help!

Professional. Classy. Chic. I would give this dental office 10 stars if I could. The impressive customer service I received was evident from my initial call. Beam Ortho was a referral from my dentist after I complained that my upper K9 tooth was starting to turn and I didnt want my smile to be affected by it. My dentist suggested I ask for a complimentary consultation. I called the office and the receptionist was gracious and accommodating, scheduling me an appointment within a few days. They instructed me to fill out some paperwork online and provided the helpful link by email and text. Becoming a new patient was a pretty easy and effortless process. The evening before my appointment, I received a call from the orthodontist! I was shocked as I never received this sort of personalized attention from any dental provider. Dr. Schaefer called to introduce himself, ask about my reasons for coming in, and finished the call with an excited tone for my arrival. He made me feel really special and I wasn’t even a patient of his. When I arrived for my appointment, I was impressed with their office layout and the bright, welcoming interior design. I was warmly greeted, offered tea, coffee or a snack, and was escorted into their consultation room, a very comfy room with a couch and additional snacks. I felt very relaxed and at ease. I proceeded to get xrays and photos taken by what I thought was a technically advanced system, although I haven’t stepped foot in an ortho office in 20 years. All their equipment appeared to be state-of-the-art and top of the line. Impressed once again. We went back into the comfy consultation room, where I met with Dr. Shaefer. He was very nice, articulate, and professional. We started with some small talk and then proceeded into a brief examination. My teeth aren’t that crooked and he suggested Invisalign for treatment. We discussed payment plans with his office assistant, who also emailed me the info, and i was sent on my way. A few days later I received a postcard in the mail thanking me for coming in. What a classy move! All in all it was a wonderful consultation and they come highly recommended!!

Dr. Jeffery Schafer & staff are very professional and made me comfortable with Orthodontics from an adult prospective. I need a few dental implants but the existing teeth to be in correct alignment for a proper foundation. This is the first time in my life I have braces which is unusual & a bit unnerving. They scheduled me in the morning so that I was the only patient & received 100% focus on my needs. Dr. Schafer has taken the time out of his busy schedule to meet & consult with my dentist (Gregory Skeens) & Implant specialist (Sam Lee) in order to achieve maximum benefit for me. I HAVE THE DENTAL DREAM TEAM!!!

Fantastic!…sums up our experience at Beam Orthodontics. Dr. Schaefer and team went above and beyond to make our experience exceptional. The facility is in a great location and easily accessible, and their results speak to their attention to detail and dedication to their patients. I get excited to refer friends and family knowing they will have the same experience we received.

Dr Schafer is amazing. His office is so awesome and cute. Makes you want to soak in and stay for awhile. His staff is so personable and friendly. Never missing a beat!! My daughter loves going there….almost too much. I highly recommend BEAM Orthodontics!!

We were referred to Dr. Schaefer by our childrens amazing dentist at The Brush Stop. Even though there are many reputable orthodontists to choose from in North County, we decided to give our dentists recommendation a try and we are so glad that we did. Both of our kids have been seen by Dr. Schaefer and they feel extremely comfortable and at ease in the office. The staff is welcoming and kind – always greeting the kids by their first names as soon as they enter the office. The office is beautiful, clean, organized and well equipped for patients and parents alike. We have a long orthodontic road ahead and we are so glad we chose Beam for our care.  Thank you Dr. Schaefer and team for all that you do.

Thank You to Dr. Schaefer and his wonderful team for taking the time to see me for a TMJ consultation. I was really really hoping that braces will answer all my questions and end this TMJ nightmare but It was not that easy. Dr. Schaefer has been very thorough in explaining why braces are not recommended for now. And wanted me to see a TMJ specialist first and see if in time i will need braces. He was also very nice and looked for other TMJ specialist that offered more affordable consultation fee since im paying out of pocket. And Dr Schaefer and his team still checks on me once in a while and always reminds me that if i need any other help I can contact their office anytime. Ohh and before I forget, I also received a post card from him and his team wks after my consult. And thats how you can tell that they really care and appreciate all the patients that comes in and out. PS. The clinic is beautiful And.. . They have this cool coffee machine and that water station

The office experience was amazing. The whole process, from the first phone call to the rest was simple, helpful, and smooth. I was very nervous, as my son is a special need child. But, Debra and Dr. Schaefer were very kind and patient with him, and even went above and beyond to help ease his and my comfort at an orthodontist’s office. All questions answered, and not rushing us through at all. My son is very much looking forward to return to the office. The rest of the staff at the office were very nice and professional as well. And the office is clean, organized, and welcoming. Thank you very much Debra for taking over and helped eased his anxiety and making him and me feel so comfortable, and relax through out the whole visit.

I am biased. I will admit that. I am Dr. Schaefer’s sister in law. I have watched him over the years work hard to get to where he is. I cannot testify to his orthodontics only because he has not done work on me or my family. However, I can speak to the person that he is. Hardworking, caring, honest, loving, genuine, amazing husband and father… These are the things that make Dr. Schaefer who he is. Please know that he will go above and beyond for you and your family. His family is amazing. His wife is not only beautiful on the outside… her heart is gold. And their kids are the cutest! This little family is one of my truest blessings in life. And I am confident they will be in your life as well.

I’ve been taking my son to see Dr. Schaefer for a few months now, and he’s been above and beyond great with him. His staff is always super sweet and accommodating also which makes the experience that much better. Dr Schaefer thoroughly explains his treatment plan, and has great bedside manner. He takes the time to explain everything to me and even has handheld video games handy for my other child to be entertained. The convenient location (right off the 5 freeway), the state of the art facility, and great Dr and staff make this place A+++!! I would definitely recommend anyone in need of an orthodontist.

Just wanted to write this review to let other parents or anyone who needs orthodontics that Dr Schafer is by far the most professional, caring and HONEST orthodontist we’ve come across, and we consulted with a few others, and the experience at Beam is unparralel… From consultation to applying the braces, Dr Beam made my daughter feel extremely comfortable during these uncomfortable times.. Let’s face it, most kids don’t want braces, but when they get to have the Dr Schaffer expierence, they’re legitimately stoked…

Can’t say enough great things about Beam Orthodontics! Dr. Schaefer truly goes over and beyond. The whole team is very professional and welcoming from the second you step into their state of the art office. I felt comfortable, educated and very well taken care of. My needs were special due to my work being started in another office 8 hours away and having to be continued here after our move…Dr. Schaefer made the transition very reasonable and accomidating. Also, he personally calls to check on his patients! Waow! Thank you Beam Orthodontics!!

Top Notch Team at Beam Orthodontics! We were honored to be able to work as the contractor who built Dr. Schaefers new orthodontic office! I can assure you that Dr. Schaefer and Diana put a lot of thought into, and carefully selected, each and every component of their new practice. His desire to use the best quality materials and finishes is apparent around every turn. After working with the Schaefers for over a year from concept to finish, I feel confident in stating you will be in great hands when you choose Beam Orthodontics for your orthodontic care!

We were referred to Dr. Schaefer by our childrens amazing dentist at The Brush Stop. Even though there are many reputable orthodontists to choose from in North County, we decided to give our dentists recommendation a try and we are so glad that we did. Both of our kids have been seen by Dr. Schaefer and they feel extremely comfortable and at ease in the office. The staff is welcoming and kind – always greeting the kids by their first names as soon as they enter the office. The office is beautiful, clean, organized and well equipped for patients and parents alike. We have a long orthodontic road ahead and we are so glad we chose Beam for our care. Thank you Dr. Schaefer and team for all that you do.

I’ve been coming here for about 6 months now. I went to 3 other consultations before starting treatment and I ended up at Beam because they had the friendliest staff and Dr. Schaefer actually took the time to answer all my questions and thoroughly explain all my options. I appreciate the way he didn’t make me feel rushed or like I was wasting his time, and that’s why I chose this office. So far, I’ve had a great experience here, and I look forward to the remainder of my treatment.

From the moment you walk into BEAM, you feel like family. A bright, fresh, modern space, that doesn’t feel clinical but is impeccably clean and community oriented, beautifully designed and chic helps ease any dental/ortho jitters a new patient like me may have had. Luna greeted me with a huge loving smile and made sure I had everything I needed and checked me in right away. I came to Dr. Schaefer primarily for alignment with Invisalign, I have previously had braces in adolescence, but through adulthood my teeth have become visibly crowded. Everything from the open patient care space to the flat screen TV’s playing a surf competition to the booth seating, glassed in modern and comfy consult room and the upbeat vibe made me feel really comfortable. It was luxurious without being pretentious, and not like any dental office I have ever visited. The technology is top notch, my impressions weren’t the kind you sink your teeth into and have to wait for, they were done with a state of the art wand imaging technology that was quick, efficient and comfortable and helped me see my own teeth from all angles right away. Dr. Schaefer and Diana are an outstanding husband and wife team. There is something special about a family owned practice. When I was a medical rep, I remember the practices that were family owned and operated and they always felt special, and always put the patients first in a way that only a family can. They were both present for my consult, Dr. Schaefer listened to all of my concerns, and they had both read my online intake form in depth so they were aware of my situation and desires. What I loved most about their thorough and thoughtful approach is that it was completely tailored to me and extremely detailed without being overwhelming, and the main takeaway for me was that I knew without a doubt that I am in the best hands possible for the care of my smile–I can tell that while Dr. Schaefer is scientifically and technically outstanding, he is also passionate about the art of his care. I am so excited to start my Invisalign this week! (I was also on a time crunch with my consult and they were extremely respectful of my time.) And did I mention all of the new patient goodies I received? Proudly sporting a BEAM tee and using my new electric toothbrush! There is no doubt that when my children are ready for orthodontic care they will join the BEAM family, and I have now encouraged my husband toward Invisalign with Dr. Schaefer and his team as well!

Dr Schaefer is a wonderful orthodontist. He takes time with his patients, making sure they understand every step of the treatment. He is always very clear on what should be done that visit and what will be done on the future visits. His communication with staff is superb, making you feel at ease and comfortable with every visit. He creates a fun atmosphere in the orthodontic office. He is an orthodontist that you can TRUST.

Comfortable, friendly atmosphere and staff! I’m really impressed with all aspects of Beam Orthodontics! It’s refreshing to go to a business where people seem like they actually care about your experience. I have a young son who is super shy which can make first visits tough, but everyone made him feel relaxed and comfortable by explaining everything to him first. And for me as a yoga minded mother, it’s important to support businesses that have a mindful approach to customer care! Thanks Dr. Schaefer and staff!

Not only is this a gorgeous, state of the art office, it is a boutique practice. You don’t feel run over, or rushed, and you can feel how close this family owned practice is to its community. The decor is gorgeous, and fun, so I can certainly see why teenagers would love it. And they have freshly baked cookies! Yes! I went in as an adult, for a consult with Dr. Schaefer. Everyone from start to finish was so welcoming. I had my name on the wall, and was greeted with a warm smile and a tour. After getting all my images done I saw the doctor, who is so sweet and personable. I was not rushed, and everyone took their time to make sure I understood all of my options. Dr. Schaefer gave me several options, one of them being no treatment at all. He was open, and honest. He shared that he felt that surgery would be too drastic, and at most a shorter orthodontic treatment would help me achieve my esthetic goals. He really took the time to listen to my main concerns, and ultimately told me he felt that I should take some time to consider my options, rather than forcing me to sign on the dotted line so to speak. I felt heard, understood, and no pressure. I’m thankful for Dr. Schaefer’s honesty, and appreciate everyone’s generosity and kindness. Will definitely be sending family and friends over!

A WORD FROM YOUR DOCTOR