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Best Braces Dentists in Albemarle, NC (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Busby & Webb Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 22 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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22 Albemarle clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays and 1 opens after 6pm. None list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 braces dentists in Albemarle at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Albemarle at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Busby & Webb Orthodontics73
2Dr. Carl L. Bowen, DDS67
3Dr. Herbert Vu67
4Dr. Mindy Turner67
5Hunt Donna67
6Jonathan Belfore67
7Kroll Dennis R DDS67
8Mauldin & Rokos67
9Metrolina Perio67
10National Dental Care, Barangaroo67

The 22 best braces dentists in Albemarle, ranked

Ordered by service score: the DR Score plus bonuses for a specialist on staff, reviews that mention the service and same-day care where it applies.

  10. #10 National Dental Care, Barangaroo

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for braces in Albemarle on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at National Dental Care, BarangarooFull profile
    In their words

    Part of the National Dental Care Group, National Dental Care Barangaroo is located in the beautiful Barangaroo precinct of Sydney, with parking available at Barangaroo Reserve. As Barangaroo sets the benchmark for design and sustainability, our practice's goal is to provide state of the art dental technology and services, bringing a fresh energy to the patient experience.

    From National Dental Care, Barangaroo's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  16. #16 Aspen Dental

    650 Henson St, Albemarle, NC 28001

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for braces in Albemarle: evening hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–12:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aspen DentalFull profile(980) 323-3659
    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Albemarle,NC offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care…

    From Aspen Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  17. #17 Second Street Dentistry

    319 N 2nd St, Albemarle, NC 28001

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for braces in Albemarle on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8:30 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Second Street DentistryFull profile(704) 983-3169

  20. #20 Carolina Dentistry & Dentures

    1001 N 1st St, Albemarle, NC 28001

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for braces in Albemarle on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–5 PM · Tue closed · Wed 8:30 AM–5 PM · Thu–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Carolina Dentistry & DenturesFull profile(704) 438-9440
    In their words

    It all began with a single patient. She was frustrated at the desire to have a change in her dental health, but could not find a great dental office who cared about her as a person. She needed a place that would treat her like family. Seeing her life change due to dental health started us on a new mission. And we soon found there are many other patients just like her.

    From Carolina Dentistry & Dentures's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Stanly County Health Department

    1000 N 1st St # 3, Albemarle, NC 28001, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in Albemarle on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Stanly County Health DepartmentFull profile(704) 982-9171

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What are braces?

Braces straighten teeth and correct bite problems using brackets bonded to the teeth and a wire that applies steady pressure. Options include metal, ceramic (tooth-coloured) and lingual braces placed behind the teeth. Treatment usually lasts 18–36 months.

Braces: specialist or general dentist?

Orthodontists provide most braces treatment and have 2–3 extra years of training in tooth and jaw alignment. Some general dentists offer braces for simpler cases. Complex bites and jaw growth problems are usually best handled by an orthodontist.

None of Albemarle's 22 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Albemarle

How much do braces cost in Albemarle?

Typical ranges in USD for Albemarle, NC. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do braces cost in Albemarle?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$3,050–$7,150DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—
Ceramic braces$4,100–$8,150DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—
Self-ligating braces$3,550–$8,150DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—
Lingual braces$8,150–$12,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full braces cost guide for Albemarle

What to expect from braces

Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.

Braces: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visitsA consultation, a fitting visit, then adjustments every 4–8 weeks
Chair timeAbout 1–2 hours to fit; adjustments take 15–30 minutes
RecoverySoreness for a few days after fitting and after adjustments
When to see a specialistMost braces cases, and always for jaw growth issues, severe crowding or bite problems

How we ranked Albemarle braces dentists

We scored 22 Albemarle clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. Google ratings are not yet collected, so each score is renormalised over the factors we measured. Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured clinics are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Albemarle data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingNot yet collected
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumNot yet collected
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Access15%Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patientsMeasured
Services10%Services offered out of 17Measured
Profile completeness5%Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photosMeasured

Braces in Albemarle: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Albemarle?

Busby & Webb Orthodontics ranks #1 of 22 Albemarle clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Carl L. Bowen, DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an orthodontist on staff.

How much do braces cost in Albemarle, NC?

Braces in Albemarle typically costs $3,060–$7,140 USD. By type: metal braces $3,050–$7,150; ceramic braces $4,100–$8,150; self-ligating braces $3,550–$8,150. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Albemarle do braces?

Yes. None of the 22 Albemarle clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data, so general dentists there typically provide it. Typical reasons to see an orthodontist: most braces cases, and always for jaw growth issues, severe crowding or bite problems.

Are braces covered by insurance or Medicaid in North Carolina?

Dental plans with orthodontic benefits often cover part of braces for children, commonly up to a lifetime maximum. Adult coverage is less common. Medicaid covers braces for children only when medically necessary. Check your plan.

Do braces hurt?

Getting braces fitted is usually not painful. Most patients feel soreness for a few days afterward and after each adjustment, which over-the-counter pain relief often manages. Brackets can rub the cheeks at first, and orthodontic wax helps.

Which Albemarle braces dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 22 Albemarle clinics offering braces lists Saturday hours, including Mansfield J Darrell. Hours come from each clinic's listing; check with the clinic before you go, since holiday and summer hours can change.

How many dentists offer braces in Albemarle?

22 Albemarle clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Albemarle

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 23 clinics.

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