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Best Braces Dentists in Altoona, PA (2026)

35 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for braces: Curve Dental Lab, ranked #1 of 35 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

  2. 21

    Best value: Medicaid accepted: Centre Dental Care, accepts Medicaid.

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35 Altoona clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. None list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 braces dentists in Altoona at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Altoona at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Curve Dental Lab73
2Saad Mina DDS73
3Total Health Dentistry Altoona73
4Altoona Regional Health System Partnering For Dental Services67
5Altoona Regional Partnering for Dental Services67
6Balliet Jennifer67
7Berkhimer Sarah67
8Blair Dental Associates PC: Rhodes Margaret67
9Donald Betar67
10Dr. Barbara M. Thaler, DMD67

The 35 best braces dentists in Altoona, 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.

  4. #4 Altoona Regional Health System Partnering For Dental Services

    1500 4th Ave, Altoona, PA 16602

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for braces in Altoona 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 Altoona Regional Health System Partnering For Dental ServicesFull profile(814) 889-6420

  21. #21 Centre Dental Care

    212 Kenlee Dr, Bellefonte, PA 16823

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in Altoona: accepts Medicaid.

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

    • Speaks English
    • Accepts Medicaid
    • Accepting new patients
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Dentists
    Dr. Nicole Carnicella, DMD

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Centre Dental CareFull profile(814) 355-5254
    In their words

    Centre Dental Care is all about keeping Bellefonte families smiling with dependable, no-nonsense dental care. The practice blends modern technology with the kind of personal touch people used to expect from their hometown dentist. From routine checkups to advanced treatments, the team focuses on comfort, clarity, and long-term oral health. Patients get straightforward guidance, attentive care, and a friendly environment that treats every visit like a step toward a healthier,…

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

  22. #22 Reed & Sahlaney Orthodontics

    2702 Plank Rd, Altoona, PA 16601, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Altoona 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 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Reed & Sahlaney OrthodonticsFull profile(814) 201-3426
    In their words

    A smile is truly the gift of a lifetime. At the Altoona, Huntingdon, and Bedford, PA offices of Reed & Sahlaney Orthodontics, Dr. Michael Reed and Dr. John Jack Sahlaney have created a friendly, family-focused environment where patients can receive the orthodontic care they desire and deserve. Along with our team, our orthodontists have the experience and training youd expect from a state-of-the-art orthodontic practice.

    From Reed & Sahlaney Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Betar Dental & Associates

    2217 7th Ave, Altoona, PA 16602, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for braces in Altoona 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–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Betar Dental & AssociatesFull profile(814) 942-9111

  24. #24 Blair Dental Associates - Jamie Hall DDS

    2727 Beale Ave, Altoona, PA 16601

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Altoona 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–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Blair Dental Associates - Jamie Hall DDSFull profile(814) 942-1890
    In their words

    At Blair Dental Associates - Jamie Hall DDS, we specialize in family and cosmetic dental care in the Altoona area. Trained to diagnose, treat, and prevent diseases of the gums, teeth, and jaw. The key to a successful appointment is communication. To get the most out of your visit, prepare ahead of time. Call us today for more details!

    From Blair Dental Associates - Jamie Hall DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Deininger & Rupe Dental Laboratory

    306 Union Ave Suite B, Altoona, PA 16602

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Altoona 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–Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Deininger & Rupe Dental LaboratoryFull profile(814) 944-8289

All 35 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #35, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Altoona Family Dentistry37
27Thaler Family Dentistry37
28Perfect Smile Dental of Altoona, PC37
29Bihary Family Dental37
30K&C Denture Centers, Inc.33
31Aspen Dental33
32VA Medical Center-Altoona: Mariano Anna MD33
33Bethany Cann, DMD33
34Pham Peter C DDS33
35Bihary Jason DDS33

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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 Altoona's 35 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Altoona

How much do braces cost in Altoona?

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

How much do braces cost in Altoona?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$3,000–$7,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania—
Ceramic braces$4,000–$8,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania—
Self-ligating braces$3,500–$8,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania—
Lingual braces$8,000–$12,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania—

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

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 Altoona braces dentists

We scored 35 Altoona 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 Altoona 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 Altoona: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Altoona?

Curve Dental Lab ranks #1 of 35 Altoona clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Saad Mina 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 Altoona, PA?

Braces in Altoona typically costs $3,000–$7,000 USD. By type: metal braces $3,000–$7,000; ceramic braces $4,000–$8,000; self-ligating braces $3,500–$8,000. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Altoona do braces?

Yes. None of the 35 Altoona 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 Pennsylvania?

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. 1 of 35 Altoona clinics offering braces lists Medicaid on its profile.

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.

How many dentists offer braces in Altoona?

35 Altoona clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Altoona

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 36 clinics.

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