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Best Braces Dentists in Cincinnati, OH (2026)

167 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 28 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for braces: Haverkos Family Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 167 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 1,149 Google reviews, 4 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

  2. 2

    Best specialist (orthodontist): MK Dental Excellence – Dentist Cincinnati, an orthodontist on staff, 4.6★ from 575 Google reviews, Saturday hours.

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167 Cincinnati clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 28 list an orthodontist and 9 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 95 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Cincinnati at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Cincinnati at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Haverkos Family Orthodontics80Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (1,149)4
2MK Dental Excellence – Dentist Cincinnati80Yes (orthodontist)4.6★ (575)—
3G Russell & Renee Frankel80Yes (orthodontist)3.7★ (3)—
4Wyoming Smile Center79Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (1,321)—
5Martinez & West Orthodontics79Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (169)6
6Murdock Orthodontics79Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (61)9
7Kemper Meadow Family Dentistry79Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (602)—
8Boley Braces79Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (48)7
9MK&C Dental Group Cincinnati78Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (370)—
10Orthodontic Specialists78Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (351)9

The 167 best braces dentists in Cincinnati, 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. #2 MK Dental Excellence – Dentist Cincinnati

    8784 Montgomery Rd #101, Cincinnati, OH 45236, United States

    80/100

    Ranked #2 for braces in Cincinnati: an orthodontist on staff; 4.6★ from 575 Google reviews.

    • 4.6from 575 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Looking for an honest and personalized dentist in Cincinnati? MK Dental Excellence - Dentist Cincinnati is here at your service. We provide services like dental cleaning, alongside family and cosmetic dentistry. Our team of skilled dental professionals help you get tooth replacement and oral appliances for restoring your oral health and facial appearance. Since 1994, Dr. Manju Kejriwal has been committed to delivering affordable dental care in Cincinnati. Schedule an…

    From MK Dental Excellence – Dentist Cincinnati's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #7 Kemper Meadow Family Dentistry

    1291 Kemper Meadow Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45240, United States

    79/100

    Ranked #7 for braces in Cincinnati: an orthodontist on staff; 4.8★ from 602 Google reviews.

    • 4.8from 602 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    In our practice, we take a unique approach to the science of dentistry, focusing on helping you or your child achieve a beautiful smile with ease. Our experience, combined with today's technology, allows all of your procedures to be nearly pain-free and easier than ever before, no matter what brings you to our office. Our doctors believe that informed patients are better prepared to make decisions regarding their health and well-being.

    From Kemper Meadow Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #11 Pleasant Run Dental

    11740 Hamilton Ave A, Cincinnati, OH 45231, United States

    76/100

    Ranked #11 for braces in Cincinnati: an orthodontist on staff; 4.6★ from 181 Google reviews.

    • 4.6from 181 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Pleasant Run Dental, the office of George A Downing Jr DDS, offers comprehensive dental care for the whole family. We have the latest technology, education, skills, and materials to provide the best dental care possible in a comfortable, friendly environment.

    From Pleasant Run Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #17 Elite Cosmetic and Family Dentistry

    11039 Prince Ln, Cincinnati, OH 45241

    74/100

    Ranked #17 for braces in Cincinnati: 5.0★ from 616 Google reviews.

    • 5.0from 616 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 7 AM–5 PM · Thu closed · Fri 7 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Our high-tech practice has an experienced and caring team that is committed to the improvement of our patients’ smiles and their lives. This results in a friendly, personable staff that you can count on. We work to provide your family with complementary, professional and quality dentistry in Cincinnati, Ohio, and in the surrounding areas of Fairfield, Mason, Covington, and Norwood, Ohio. To better care for your smile, we utilize advanced equipment at Elite Cosmetic and…

    From Elite Cosmetic and Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #19 247 Dental

    7764 Colerain Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45239, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for braces in Cincinnati 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

    In their words

    24/7 Dental offers emergency dental care in Cincinnati, OH ranging from extractions, fillings and root canals on a walk-in basis. We take pride in providing excellent customer service with a patient centric approach. 24/7 Dental accepts most major insurances including Medicaid and CareCredit.

    From 247 Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #20 247 Dental - Emergency Dental Care

    7764 Colerain Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45239

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for braces in Cincinnati 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

    In their words

    24/7 Dental offers emergency dental care in Cincinnati, OH ranging from extractions, fillings and root canals on a walk-in basis. We take pride in providing excellent customer service with a patient centric approach. 24/7 Dental accepts most major insurances including Medicaid and CareCredit.

    From 247 Dental - Emergency Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for braces in Cincinnati 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

    In their words

    Capture Dental Health & Beauty Center is a revolutionary concept combining cosmetic dentistry, dental ceramic art center, beauty spa and nutrition all in one place to bring you the highest level of dental and facial aesthetics. We know that not one smile, face, or body is the same. As leaders in the dental industry, we’ve joined together to bring you a completely unique dental health and beauty center. We are designers of character, honoring your individual uniqueness,…

    From Capture Dental Health & Beauty Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 167 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #167, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Conover David J DDS73
27Dental Hygiene Clinic73
28Donated Dental Services73
29Dr. Charles Clement73
30Fountain Square Dental Care: Andrew A. Harris, DDS73
31Fountain Square Dental Care: Thomas W. Geiger, DMD73
32Hagen Dental Practice73
33Hall Vicki73
34J & J Dental Studio73
35Kemper Pond Dental73
36Lee Connie a DDS73
37Liberty Dental Care & Dentures, 7100 Sennet Pl. Suite E, West Chester, OH 4506973
38Northern Hill Dentistry73
39Rapid Dental Service73
40Robert H Efkeman Inc73
41Sleep Apnea Solutions of Cincinnati73
42Stacey Blume DMD, MS & Abhishek Patel BDS, MSD73
43Stone Creek Family Dental73
44Thornell Dentistry73
45Total Dentistry - Dr. Christopher Omeltschenko DDS73
46Romick Orthodontics734.9★ (45)
47Aspen Dental734.3★ (1,449)Evenings · Sat
48Zealous Dental Springdale724.5★ (87)
49Wright Dental Center - Anderson Office724.9★ (461)
50Hyde Park Dental Arts, LLC724.9★ (823)
51James Fennell725.0★ (1,049)
52Anderson Smile Center714.8★ (1,164)
53Thacker Orthodontics714.4★ (35)
54Reading Family Dental715.0★ (23)Sat
55Delhi Dental Cincinnati704.9★ (1,134)
56Blue Ash Dental Group704.8★ (1,706)
57Dental-One704.3★ (30)
58Dental Implants Downtown Cincinnati704.9★ (1,860)
59Warren R. Gase, DDS704.9★ (583)
60ROLFES DENTAL (Michael Rolfes DDS & Euna Koo DDS)705.0★ (188)
61Moorehead Family Dentistry704.8★ (593)
62Pure Smiles - Western Hills704.9★ (450)
63Afinia Dental - Mason694.8★ (769)
64Advance Dentistry - Cincinnati694.6★ (1,224)
65Seven Star Dental694.9★ (428)
66Weisenberger Dental695.0★ (289)
67Beckham Square Family Dental, Dr. Schmerler & Dr. Malavich694.9★ (217)Evenings
68Millvale Health Clinic683.7★ (45)
69Nelson R. Diers, DDS, MSD - Cincinnati684.7★ (66)
70Affordable Dentures & Implants684.5★ (1,250)
71Forestville Dental684.7★ (165)
72Cincinnati Oral Surgeons, Inc.684.8★ (178)
73Sharonville Family Dental684.5★ (228)
74Dr. Kurt W. Ficker, DDS684.7★ (6)
75Jane R. Mays, DMD674.9★ (162)
76Kent Morris Orthodontics674.8★ (248)
77Arnold Frederic H DDS67
78Bradley Girdwood67
79Careington Dental Plans67
80Christopher Thielen67
81Cincinnati - OMS, Inc.67
82Delta Dental Plan of Ohio, Inc.67
83Dr. Brian Borg, DMD67
84Dr. Tracy Hodge67
85Family Dental Care Associates67
86Niket Amin67
87Norwood Child Health Center67
88Oral Health Services LLC67
89Patel Dhruvkumar DDS67
90Smiles 4 Kids Pediatric Dentistry67
91Swope Monica B DDS67
92Anderson Dental Care664.8★ (333)
93Eastgate Smiles Dental Care654.7★ (109)
94Dr. Edgar L. Berre Jr, DDS654.5★ (2)
95Reliable Dental of Mason654.7★ (277)
96James Petricone655.0★ (11)Evenings
97Onady Mark R DDS654.8★ (36)Evenings
98Wnek Greg DDS654.0★ (1)
99Slonaker William D DDS655.0★ (2)
100Dentists of Westwood654.5★ (278)
101McMicken Dental Center644.8★ (4)
102Aspen Dental643.9★ (819)Evenings
103Northside Dental644.7★ (23)Evenings
104Noble Pediatric Dental644.9★ (93)
105Montgomery Dental Care: Janette A. Williams, DDS644.7★ (39)Evenings
106Dr. M. Chopra644.8★ (119)
107Elizabeth Plas DMD634.9★ (81)
108Frederic S. Hill Jr., DDS634.9★ (72)
109Colerain Advanced Dental Care634.6★ (25)Evenings
110Dentists at Hyde Park Plaza634.2★ (565)
111Elm Street Health Center634.0★ (119)Evenings
112Oakley Dental Group624.1★ (196)
113Wolf + Adler Family Dentistry614.3★ (12)
114Todd Williams, DDS614.9★ (14)
115Dr. Christopher M. Ball, DDS604.1★ (8)Evenings
116Gruelle Dempsey Orthodontics605.0★ (2)
117Naveen Yadav605.0★ (3)
118Dennis M. Murphy, DDS603.9★ (14)
119Yoxthimer Rebecca B DDS594.5★ (11)
120Dentist592.5★ (2)
121Crest Smile Shoppe593.1★ (37)
122Glendale Family Dentistry Inc: Vanstone Troy A DDS594.3★ (12)
123Clement Jr Charles E DDS584.4★ (14)
124Price Hill Health Center583.1★ (78)Evenings
125UC Health Dental Center583.3★ (41)
126Elm Street Dental Clinic573.4★ (25)
127Forest Park Health Center573.8★ (9)
128Jared Graham575.0★ (3)
129Dr. James Katz, DDS563.4★ (16)
130Cincy Smiles Foundation563.2★ (161)
131Wolterman Orthodontics564.0★ (1)
132Cincinnati Dental Society564.5★ (2)
133Cosmetic & Implant Dental Center of Cincinnati563.3★ (30)
134Wolf Edward N DDS555.0★ (1)
135Hagen Dental Practice - Dr Rikul D Patel555.0★ (1)
136See More Smiles553.2★ (81)
137Dentco53Evenings · Sat
138The Dental Care Plus Group502.4★ (64)
139ProSmiles of Utah47Sat
140Bell Dental Group47Evenings
141Fountain Sq Cosmtc Dental Group47Sat
142Wayne Wallace47Evenings
143Cornerstone Dental Group: Ronald Solomon DDS and Angela Ott DDS43Sat
144Lippert & Wilkes Inc43Sat
145Dental Implant Center of Ohio43Sat
146Anderson Ferry Dental37
147Anderson Ferry Dental: Anderson Steven Dr & Anderson Amanda Dr37
148Mt. Lookout Dentistry37
149Dentist Cincinnati OH37
150Fountain Square Cosmetic Dental Group37
151Pearce Dental Group37
152First Impressions Dentistry - Riversbend Dental Springdale37
153Cornerstone Dental Group37
154Jim Simpson, DMD37
155Wallace Group Dentistry37
156CincySmiles Dental Center37
157Vincent P Williams DDS, Inc.37
158Powers Family Dental Care37
159Smiles 4 Kids Pediatric Dentistry: Cindy R. Pong, DDS37
160Labeda Dental37
161Cincinnati.dental37
162Affordable Dentures & Implants33
163Southwood, Paul, and Pope Family Dentistry33
164Springdale Dental Arts Center33
165Clifton Dental Care33
166Dr. Parneet S. Sohi, DDS33
167Farber & Farber Dentistry33

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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.

28 of Cincinnati's 167 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Cincinnati

How much do braces cost in Cincinnati?

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

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

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

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 Cincinnati braces dentists

We scored 167 Cincinnati clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 31 were excluded (4 closed and 27 duplicate listings). 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 Cincinnati data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsMeasured
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 Cincinnati: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Cincinnati?

Haverkos Family Orthodontics ranks #1 of 167 Cincinnati clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 1,149 Google reviews. MK Dental Excellence – Dentist Cincinnati ranks #2 (an orthodontist on staff). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an orthodontist on staff.

How much do braces cost in Cincinnati, OH?

Braces in Cincinnati 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 Ohio. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Cincinnati do braces?

Yes. 139 of the 167 Cincinnati clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 28 list an orthodontist on staff. 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 Ohio?

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 Cincinnati braces dentists are open on Saturday?

9 of 167 Cincinnati clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including MK Dental Excellence – Dentist Cincinnati, Aspen Dental and Reading Family Dental. 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 Cincinnati?

167 Cincinnati clinics list braces in our data. 28 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Haverkos Family Orthodontics and MK Dental Excellence – Dentist Cincinnati. 9 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 95 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Cincinnati

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 358 clinics.
  2. : 27 duplicate listings merged.
  3. : 4 closed clinics removed.