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Best Braces Dentists in Charleston, IL (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Mid-Illinois Dental Clinic, ranked #1 of 18 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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18 Charleston clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 2 open 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 Charleston at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Charleston at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Mid-Illinois Dental Clinic73
2SBL Charleston Clinic East73
3Brett Haarmann67
4Charleston Medical Center67
5Dr. Lindsey Ingle, DDS67
6Martin Scott D DDS67
7Renu A Bajaj, MD67
8Slusar Robert J DDS67
9Weber M Katherine DDS67
10SBL Charleston Walk-In Clinic63

The 18 best braces dentists in Charleston, 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 SBL Charleston Walk-In Clinic

    2040 Lincoln Ave, Charleston, IL 61920, United States

    63/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for braces in Charleston: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–3 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at SBL Charleston Walk-In ClinicFull profile(217) 345-2030

  12. #12 SIHF Healthcare - Charleston

    626 W Lincoln Ave, Charleston, IL 61920

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for braces in Charleston 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 SIHF Healthcare - CharlestonFull profile(217) 345-7702

  13. #13 Pschirrer Family Dentistry

    1710 18th St, Charleston, IL 61920, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for braces in Charleston 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–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Pschirrer Family DentistryFull profile(217) 345-5124

  15. #15 Eastern Illinois University Health Svs

    600 Lincoln Ave, Charleston, IL 61920

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for braces in Charleston 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 Eastern Illinois University Health SvsFull profile(217) 581-3013

  16. #16 SBL Charleston Family Practice

    116 W Buchanan Ave, Charleston, IL 61920

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for braces in Charleston 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 7 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at SBL Charleston Family PracticeFull profile(217) 345-7700

  18. #18 Jameson C. Baumgarten, DMD

    826 W Lincoln Ave, Charleston, IL 61920

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for braces in Charleston 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 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Jameson C. Baumgarten, DMDFull profile(217) 345-1315
    In their words

    As trained medical professionals, our dedication to maintaining a safe environment through rigorous infection control procedures is at our core. We know that moving forward our commitment to your safety will be even more important. While continuing to meet traditional CDC and OSHA requirements, we are adopting some new, additional protocols. For example, we might wear additional PPE, request you wear a mask to your appointment, or take your temperature upon arrival.

    From Jameson C. Baumgarten, DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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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 Charleston's 18 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Charleston

How much do braces cost in Charleston?

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

How much do braces cost in Charleston?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$3,450–$8,050DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
Ceramic braces$4,600–$9,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
Self-ligating braces$4,000–$9,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
Lingual braces$9,200–$13,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—

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

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 Charleston braces dentists

We scored 18 Charleston 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 Charleston 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 Charleston: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Charleston?

Mid-Illinois Dental Clinic ranks #1 of 18 Charleston clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. SBL Charleston Clinic East 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 Charleston, IL?

Braces in Charleston typically costs $3,450–$8,050 USD. By type: metal braces $3,450–$8,050; ceramic braces $4,600–$9,200; self-ligating braces $4,000–$9,200. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Charleston do braces?

Yes. None of the 18 Charleston 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 Illinois?

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 Charleston braces dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 18 Charleston clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including SBL Charleston Walk-In Clinic and Stone Christine DVM. 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 Charleston?

18 Charleston 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 Charleston

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 18 clinics.

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