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Best Braces Dentists in Columbia, MD (2026)

54 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 1 orthodontist0 paid placementsHow we rank →

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    Best overall for braces: Smile Innovations, ranked #1 of 54 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 50 Google reviews, 1 of 20 collected reviews mentions braces.

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54 Columbia clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 lists an orthodontist and 9 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Columbia at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Columbia at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Smile Innovations78Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (50)1
2Columbia Advanced Dental Studio73———
3Columbia Dental Excellence73———
4Dr. Christopher K. Yoo, DMD73———
5Dynamic Dental Care73———
6Good Day Family Dental, LLC73———
7B. Crafton67———
8CDMC USA67———
9Columbia Pediatric Dentistry67———
10Dr. Nathaniel Fogel67———

The 54 best braces dentists in Columbia, 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.

  13. #13 Greater Maryland Dental Partnership: Lee Stacey DDS

    10840 Little Patuxent Pkwy #303, Columbia, MD 21044, United States

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for braces in Columbia 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 Greater Maryland Dental Partnership: Lee Stacey DDSFull profile(410) 997-2400

  16. #16 Long Reach Village Dental Center

    8775 Cloudleap Ct #236, Columbia, MD 21045, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for braces in Columbia: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 3:30 PM–7 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 3:30 PM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Long Reach Village Dental CenterFull profile(410) 599-5214

  17. #17 Columbia Center for Implants & Periodontics

    6395 Dobbin Rd #208, Columbia, MD 21045

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for braces in Columbia: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Columbia Center for Implants & PeriodonticsFull profile(410) 997-1189
    In their words

    The doctors at Columbia Center for Implants & Periodontics offer excellence in periodontal and implant services to Columbia, MD and the surrounding communities. We believe in the patient experience being the highest priority. Our mission is to guide our patients along a path of optimal dental health by delivering the highest possible level of care. Our expertise range from Extractions, Dental Implant Placement and Full-Mouth Reconstruction to Periodontal Surgery utilizing…

    From Columbia Center for Implants & Periodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 Paulomi R. Desai DDS - Aesthetic Dentistry of Howard County, LLC

    11055 Little Patuxent Pkwy Suite 207, Columbia, MD 21044

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for braces in Columbia: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Paulomi R. Desai DDS - Aesthetic Dentistry of Howard County, LLCFull profile(410) 997-0555

  19. #19 Precision Dentistry

    8850 Columbia 100 Pkwy # 312, Columbia, MD 21045, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for braces in Columbia: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–2 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Precision DentistryFull profile(410) 884-0262
    In their words

    Welcome to Precision Dentistry! We are committed to providing top-tier dental services for the entire family. Adhering to a patient-centric philosophy, our team strives to foster an atmosphere of comfort and compassion. Using advanced techniques, we offer the latest in cosmetic dentistry procedures and facial aesthetics. We also stay up-to-date with current technology to provide our patients with the mos We offer a comprehensive range of dental services, including routine…

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

  20. #20 Maryland Family Dentistry - Columbia

    8900 Columbia 100 Pkwy Suite B, Columbia, MD 21045

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for braces in Columbia: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 11 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Maryland Family Dentistry - ColumbiaFull profile(410) 772-5453

  22. #22 Columbia Dental Designs

    8600 Snowden River Pkwy STE 308, Columbia, MD 21045

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Columbia: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu closed · Fri–Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Columbia Dental DesignsFull profile(410) 290-0646
    In their words

    In a relaxed atmosphere, with a friendly staff, Dr. Jay Yi offers his considerable training, experience, and patience in a modern, state-of-the-art office. He has been called a "Top-Rated Dentist for Quality" by the Washington Consumers' Checkbook Magazine. Dr. Yi has been honored with fellowship awards given by two of the most prominent national dental organizations for his demonstration of clinical knowledge and experience: the International Congress of Oral…

    From Columbia Dental Designs's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 54 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #54, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Judd Dentistry PA37
27John C. Graybeal, Jr. DDS, PA37
28Crafton Dental37
29Dental One Associates of Columbia37
30Maryland Smile Center37
31Columbia Dental Solutions LLC, Mazen Chehab DMD37
32Dodek & Dodek Dental Group37
33Garbis Dental Associates of Columbia37
34Aesthetic Family Dentistry of Columbia37
35Akeso Oral, Facial & Dental Implant Surgery - Columbia37
36Columbia Family Dental Care: Sulekha Agrawal, DMD37
37Columbia Family Dentist37
38Howard County Smiles: Ray M. Becker, DDS37
39Pineview Dental37
40Woodside Dental37
41Today's Smile Dental37
42Dental Care of Columbia37
43Elegant Dental Care37
44RB Dental37
45Grace Dental Clinic PA37
46Joobbani Dental Designs of Columbia37
47TLC Dental Care37
48AllClear Dentistry of Columbia with Dr. James Cleary, DDS37
49C&R Dental Care37
50Smile Savers Dentistry33
51ClearChoice Dental Implant Center33
52Dr. Rajendra Desai, D.D.S33
53Columbia 100 Dental33
54Columbia Smiles Family 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.

1 of Columbia's 54 clinics offering braces has an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Columbia

How much do braces cost in Columbia?

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

How much do braces cost in Columbia?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$3,600–$8,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland—
Ceramic braces$4,800–$9,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland—
Self-ligating braces$4,200–$9,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland—
Lingual braces$9,600–$14,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland—

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

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 Columbia braces dentists

We scored 54 Columbia clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 21 were excluded (21 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 Columbia 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 Columbia: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Columbia?

Smile Innovations ranks #1 of 54 Columbia clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 50 Google reviews. Columbia Advanced Dental Studio 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 Columbia, MD?

Braces in Columbia typically costs $3,600–$8,400 USD. By type: metal braces $3,600–$8,400; ceramic braces $4,800–$9,600; self-ligating braces $4,200–$9,600. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Columbia do braces?

Yes. 53 of the 54 Columbia clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 1 lists 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 Maryland?

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 Columbia braces dentists are open on Saturday?

9 of 54 Columbia clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Dobbin Dental Suite, Long Reach Village Dental Center and Columbia Center for Implants & Periodontics. 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 Columbia?

54 Columbia clinics list braces in our data. 1 of them lists an orthodontist on staff. They include Smile Innovations. 9 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Columbia

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 65 clinics.
  2. : 21 duplicate listings merged.

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