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Best Braces Dentists in Cleveland, TN (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall for braces: David W. Miolen DDS Pc, ranked #1 of 38 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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38 Cleveland clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 2 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 Cleveland at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Cleveland at a glance
RankClinicService score
1David W. Miolen DDS Pc73
2Dr. Paul T. McCord, DDS73
3Kenneth E. Beard, FAGD, DDS73
4Beard Brian K DDS67
5Bush Sherri67
6Caldwell Jennifer67
7Cauley James E DDS67
8Denton Tara67
9Dr. Blain Reynolds67
10Dr. Ernest Oyler67

The 38 best braces dentists in Cleveland, 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.

Scores below: based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  2. #2 Dr. Paul T. McCord, DDS

    2222 Chambliss Ave NW, Cleveland, TN 37311

    73/100

    Ranked #2 for braces in Cleveland on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Paul T. McCord, DDSFull profile(423) 479-8544
    In their words

    Paul McCord, DDS, is the founding member of Ocoee Oral Surgery. The practice was founded as, “Paul McCord, DDS” but was changed to “Ocoee Oral Surgery” in 2013. Originally from Humbold, TN, Dr. McCord started the practice in 1983, and has worked in dentistry for 41 years. Dr. McCord was a general dentist in Knoxville, TN for 2 years before going back to school to become an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon. He is Board Certified in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery by the AAOMS and is…

    From Dr. Paul T. McCord, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  3. #3 Kenneth E. Beard, FAGD, DDS

    73/100

    Ranked #3 for braces in Cleveland on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Kenneth E. Beard, FAGD, DDSFull profile
    In their words

    Graduated from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry in 1971. He received his Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD) in 1988. Dr. Beard is proud to be apart of the prestigious, and world renowned Las Vegas Institute (LVI) for Advanced Studies where he continues his education to provide the best dental techniques and service to his patients. Dr. Beard has a special interest in the art of Cosmetic Dentistry, dental implants and full mouth…

    From Kenneth E. Beard, FAGD, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 38 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #38, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Olmstead Dental, PC Joshua Olmstead D.D.S.47Evenings
27Anglin Lara DDS43Evenings
28Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics of Chattanooga37
29Jonathan L. Seard, DDS37
30Adam Cline DDS, PLLC37
31Dr. Anthony R. Gray, DMD37
32North River Periodontics and Implants37
33Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics of Chattanooga37
34Robbins Family Dental37
35Cloudland Dental33
36Castle Dental & Orthodontics33
37Ward David G DDS33
38John S Stanbery 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 Cleveland's 38 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Cleveland

How much do braces cost in Cleveland?

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

How much do braces cost in Cleveland?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$2,950–$6,850DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee—
Ceramic braces$3,900–$7,850DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee—
Self-ligating braces$3,450–$7,850DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee—
Lingual braces$7,850–$11,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee—

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

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 Cleveland braces dentists

We scored 38 Cleveland 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 Cleveland 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 Cleveland: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Cleveland?

David W. Miolen DDS Pc ranks #1 of 38 Cleveland clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Paul T. McCord, 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 Cleveland, TN?

Braces in Cleveland typically costs $2,940–$6,860 USD. By type: metal braces $2,950–$6,850; ceramic braces $3,900–$7,850; self-ligating braces $3,450–$7,850. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Cleveland do braces?

Yes. None of the 38 Cleveland 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 Tennessee?

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.

How many dentists offer braces in Cleveland?

38 Cleveland 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 Cleveland

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 46 clinics.

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