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Best Braces Dentists in Apple Valley, MN (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Dakota Dental Clinic: Isabella Bennett E DDS, ranked #1 of 45 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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45 Apple Valley clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 5 open Saturdays and 13 open 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 Apple Valley at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Apple Valley at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dakota Dental Clinic: Isabella Bennett E DDS73
2Dr. Kyle Nordeen73
3Modern Care Endodontics of Apple Valley73
4Natalie N. Gomez, DDS73
5Smile Away Dentistry73
6Amundson Nicole DDS67
7Dr. April Korte67
8Dr. Grant Schmura67
9Dr. Jeffrey Mathiason67
10Dr. Jeffrey Wichmann67

The 45 best braces dentists in Apple Valley, 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.

  1. Ranked #1 for braces in Apple Valley

    #1 Dakota Dental Clinic: Isabella Bennett E DDS

    14682 Pennock Ave, Apple Valley, MN 55124

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for braces in Apple Valley 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 Dakota Dental Clinic: Isabella Bennett E DDSFull profile(952) 431-5774

  20. #20 Elena Sangachhe, DDS

    14929 Florence Trail, Apple Valley, MN 55124

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for braces in Apple Valley: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–8 PM · Tue 7 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 7 AM–8 PM · Fri 7 AM–2 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Elena Sangachhe, DDSFull profile(952) 432-7366

  21. #21 Luke G. Siskoff, DDS

    14990 Glazier Ave Suite 100, Apple Valley, MN 55124, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in Apple Valley: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–8 PM · Fri 7 AM–1 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Luke G. Siskoff, DDSFull profile(952) 431-5114

  22. #22 Apple Valley Dental Care

    14635 Pennock Ave #100, Apple Valley, MN 55124

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Apple Valley: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–7 PM · Tue 7:30 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sat 7 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Apple Valley Dental CareFull profile(952) 432-5509

  23. #23 Christina L. Bender, DDS

    15290 Pennock Ln, Apple Valley, MN 55124, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for braces in Apple Valley: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Christina L. Bender, DDSFull profile(952) 431-8583

  24. #24 Michael A. Wolfe, DDS

    6520 150th St W Suite 300, Apple Valley, MN 55124

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Apple Valley: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–8 PM · Tue 7 AM–2 PM · Wed–Thu 7 AM–8 PM · Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Michael A. Wolfe, DDSFull profile(952) 241-5888

  25. #25 Park Dental Apple Valley

    6520 150th St W Suite 300, Apple Valley, MN 55124, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Apple Valley: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–8 PM · Tue 7 AM–2 PM · Wed–Thu 7 AM–8 PM · Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Park Dental Apple ValleyFull profile(952) 241-5888
    In their words

    Park Dental has over 50 locations throughout the Twin Cities and western Wisconsin and is owned and led by dentists who provide lifetime dental health through quality, patient-centered care. Park Dental offers preventive dental care and broad array of other dental services, including dentures, crowns, implants, root canals, periodontics and many others. All practices offer early morning and evening appointments, and many offer Saturday hygiene appointments for children.…

    From Park Dental Apple Valley's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 45 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #45, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Dalseth Family & Cosmetic Dentistry47Sat
27Dental Health Center47Evenings
28Valley Oaks Dental47Evenings
29Metro Dentalcare Apple Valley Cedar47Evenings
30George Dental47Evenings
31Park Dental Cedar Valley47Evenings
32Tammy Tung Luong, DDS47Evenings
33Aspen Dental43Evenings
34Dakota Dental and Wellness Center37
35Apple Valley Family Dentistry37
36Carousel Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics37
37Mary C. Vonhof, DDS37
38Mosaic Dental - Apple Valley37
39Cheers Dental37
40Brite Smiles Dental Care37
41Adarve Prosthodontics37
42Metro Dentalcare Apple Valley Florence Trail37
43Strong Ties Oral Health, PLLC37
44Twin Cities Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery33
45Midwest Dental Apple Valley33

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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 Apple Valley's 45 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Apple Valley

How much do braces cost in Apple Valley?

Typical ranges in USD for Apple Valley, MN. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

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

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

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 Apple Valley braces dentists

We scored 45 Apple Valley clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 3 were excluded (3 duplicate listings). 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 Apple Valley 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 Apple Valley: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Apple Valley?

Dakota Dental Clinic: Isabella Bennett E DDS ranks #1 of 45 Apple Valley clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Kyle Nordeen 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 Apple Valley, MN?

Braces in Apple Valley 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 Minnesota. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Apple Valley do braces?

Yes. None of the 45 Apple Valley 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 Minnesota?

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 Apple Valley braces dentists are open on Saturday?

5 of 45 Apple Valley clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Elena Sangachhe, DDS, Luke G. Siskoff, DDS and Apple Valley Dental Care. 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 Apple Valley?

45 Apple Valley clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 5 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Apple Valley

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 49 clinics.
  2. : 3 duplicate listings merged.

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