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Best Braces Dentists in Crystal River, FL (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Kenneth Steig, DMD, ranked #1 of 13 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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13 Crystal River clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens 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 Crystal River at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Crystal River at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Kenneth Steig, DMD73
2Dr. Mujib Shuayb, DDS67
3Hosner John D DDS67
4Paradiam Dental67
5Robert Brockett67
6Nature Coast Ministries43
7Citrus Oral & Facial Surgery37
8Crystal River Family Dentistry37
9Shuayb Dental Institute - Crystal River37
10Kevin G Snyder, D.D.S., P.A.37

The 13 best braces dentists in Crystal River, 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.

  7. #7 Citrus Oral & Facial Surgery

    6129 W Corporate Oaks Dr, Crystal River, FL 34429

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for braces in Crystal River 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 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 7 AM–3:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Citrus Oral & Facial SurgeryFull profile(352) 795-4994

  8. #8 Crystal River Family Dentistry

    6824 W Gulf to Lake Hwy, Crystal River, FL 34429

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for braces in Crystal River 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 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Crystal River Family DentistryFull profile(352) 794-6139

  9. #9 Shuayb Dental Institute - Crystal River

    7903 W Gulf to Lake Hwy, Crystal River, FL 34429

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for braces in Crystal River 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 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Shuayb Dental Institute - Crystal RiverFull profile(352) 794-6354

  10. #10 Kevin G Snyder, D.D.S., P.A.

    6173 W Gulf to Lake Hwy, Crystal River, FL 34429

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for braces in Crystal River 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–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 7 AM–2 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Kevin G Snyder, D.D.S., P.A.Full profile(352) 795-1074

  12. #12 Signature Dental Care

    7062 W Gulf to Lake Hwy, Crystal River, FL 34429, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for braces in Crystal River 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 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Signature Dental CareFull profile(352) 794-7425

  13. #13 Smiles on Citrus

    850 SE US Hwy 19, Crystal River, FL 34429

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for braces in Crystal River 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 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Smiles on CitrusFull profile(352) 795-1881
    In their words

    Smiles on Citrus is committed to our 3Cs: customer service, comfort, and convenience. During each visit, we give our patients personalized treatment and work to create a rapport with them. We want each patient to feel at ease discussing their oral health goals and asking questions. Our office has many patient amenities to help you feel comfortable. We also stay up-to-date on the latest techniques to ensure that you get high quality care. We know our patients have busy lives…

    From Smiles on Citrus'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 Crystal River's 13 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Crystal River

How much do braces cost in Crystal River?

Typical ranges in USD for Crystal River, FL. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do braces cost in Crystal River?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$3,250–$7,550DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida—
Ceramic braces$4,300–$8,650DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida—
Self-ligating braces$3,800–$8,650DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida—
Lingual braces$8,650–$13,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida—

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

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 Crystal River braces dentists

We scored 13 Crystal River 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 Crystal River 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 Crystal River: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Crystal River?

Kenneth Steig, DMD ranks #1 of 13 Crystal River clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Mujib Shuayb, 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 Crystal River, FL?

Braces in Crystal River typically costs $3,240–$7,560 USD. By type: metal braces $3,250–$7,550; ceramic braces $4,300–$8,650; self-ligating braces $3,800–$8,650. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Crystal River do braces?

Yes. None of the 13 Crystal River 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 Florida?

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 Crystal River braces dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 13 Crystal River clinics offering braces lists Saturday hours, including Nature Coast Ministries. 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 Crystal River?

13 Crystal River clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Crystal River

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 15 clinics.

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