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Best Braces Dentists in Carlisle, PA (2026)

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

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    Best overall for braces: Core Dental Staffing, ranked #1 of 30 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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30 Carlisle clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 2 offer same-day or emergency visits and 2 open Saturdays. None list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 braces dentists in Carlisle at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Carlisle at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Core Dental Staffing77Yes
2Dr. Thomas E. Appleby, DMD77Yes
3Flenniken Family Dentistry: Marvin Berger, DDS73—
4Noll Family Dentistry73—
5Smile-Rite Denture Center73—
6Ana Golalic67—
7Burkett Dennis DDS67—
8Campbell Jenny67—
9Dr. David Tran, DDS67—
10Dr. Richard Cantor67—

The 30 best braces dentists in Carlisle, 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.

  2. #2 Dr. Thomas E. Appleby, DMD

    200 Walnut Bottom Rd, Carlisle, PA 17013

    77/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for braces in Carlisle: emergency visits and evening hours.

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

    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Thomas E. Appleby, DMDFull profile(717) 243-1969
    In their words

    For over many years, Dr. Thomas E. Appleby, DMD, has been providing the community of Carlisle, PA, with impeccable service. We are your premier source for dental care for the entire family. We specialize in braces, cleanings, as well as cavity/fillings. We take great pride in our work and continually strive to improve the quality of our service and the satisfaction of our customers. Please call us if you have any questions about what our services can do for you and your…

    From Dr. Thomas E. Appleby, DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  4. #4 Noll Family Dentistry

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for braces in Carlisle 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 Noll Family DentistryFull profile
    In their words

    We're Carlisle, PA's leading leading dentist for a reason!It’s time to choose a family-friendly dentist in Carlisle that centers their practice around providing the best patient experience possible.We’re able to offer a wide variety of dental services to restore and maintain your overall dental health including routine dental cleanings and checkups, dental implants, fillings, crowns, whitening, cosmetic dentistry, tooth pain treatments, and more! Our team is very experienced…

    From Noll Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 Dunham Army Health Clinic

    450 Gibner Rd, Carlisle, PA 17013, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for braces in Carlisle: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Tue 7:30 AM–6:30 PM · Wed–Fri 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dunham Army Health ClinicFull profile(717) 245-3400

  21. #21 HD Clear Orthodontics

    10 Noble Blvd Suite 2B, Carlisle, PA 17013, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in Carlisle 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–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at HD Clear OrthodonticsFull profile(717) 254-6272
    In their words

    At HD CLEAR Orthodontics we focus on modern orthodontics for children and adults. We offer Invisalign, clear braces and traditional braces, all at the same price. We have 3 locations and serve the greater Carlisle, Mechanicsburg, Camp Hill, and Harrisburg areas. We offer free consultations with no obligations. Children needing comprehensive orthodontics? At HD we will help you achieve a healthy bite and beautiful smile that lasts a lifetime. Adults seeking major or minor…

    From HD Clear Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Serafin Family Dentistry LLC

    542 S Hanover St, Carlisle, PA 17013, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Carlisle 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–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Serafin Family Dentistry LLCFull profile(717) 243-3335

  24. #24 Blashford Dentistry

    35 Westminster Dr, Carlisle, PA 17013

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Carlisle 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 AM–5 PM · Tue 7 AM–5 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Blashford DentistryFull profile(717) 243-2372

  25. #25 Flenniken Family Dentistry: Joseph Olivetti, DDS, MAGD

    30 State Ave, Carlisle, PA 17013, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Carlisle 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–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Flenniken Family Dentistry: Joseph Olivetti, DDS, MAGDFull profile(717) 249-7777

All 30 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #30, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Killian David B DDS37
27Allyn G Perkins DMD, LLC37
28Carlisle Dental Studio37
29Carlisle Family & Cosmetic Dentistry37
30Concentra Urgent Care33

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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 Carlisle's 30 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Carlisle

How much do braces cost in Carlisle?

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

How much do braces cost in Carlisle?
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 Carlisle

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 Carlisle braces dentists

We scored 30 Carlisle 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 Carlisle 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 Carlisle: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Carlisle?

Core Dental Staffing ranks #1 of 30 Carlisle clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Dr. Thomas E. Appleby, DMD ranks #2 (emergency visits and evening hours). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an orthodontist on staff.

How much do braces cost in Carlisle, PA?

Braces in Carlisle 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 Carlisle do braces?

Yes. None of the 30 Carlisle 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.

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 Carlisle braces dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 30 Carlisle clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Core Dental Staffing and Dr. Thomas E. Appleby, DMD. 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 Carlisle?

30 Carlisle clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Carlisle

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 30 clinics.

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