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Best Braces Dentists in Dartmouth, NS (2026)

8 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 6 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for braces: Lumix Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 8 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 116 Google reviews, 2 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

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    Best specialist (orthodontist): Evergreen Dental, an orthodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 540 Google reviews, evening hours.

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8 Dartmouth clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 6 list an orthodontist and 2 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 6 of them.

Top 8 braces dentists in Dartmouth at a glance

Top 8 braces dentists in Dartmouth at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Lumix Orthodontics80Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (116)2
2Evergreen Dental78Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (540)—
3Alderney Dental Group77Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (688)—
4The Brace Space @Dartmouth76Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (77)6
5TranscenDental Group at Waverley Road75Yes (orthodontist)4.7★ (49)—
6Ocean Orthodontics70Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (32)2
7Mic Mac Dental Centre57———
8Dartmouth Dental Centre37———

The 8 best braces dentists in Dartmouth, 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.

  8. #8 Dartmouth Dental Centre

    118 Wyse Rd, Dartmouth, NS B3A 1N7, Canada

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for braces in Dartmouth 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 9 AM–5 PM · Tue–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dartmouth Dental CentreFull profile(902) 463-0001
    In their words

    Dartmouth Dental Centre has been looking after the dental health of Nova Scotians for more than 25 years. We love teeth, even the ones that are giving you trouble, and putting things right and keeping them that way are what we do. If you're anxious about visiting the dentist, Dr. Chris, Dr. Lucy & Dr. Erin take great pride in making new patients feel at ease and helping them to take control of their dental health. We're easy to find in the Dartmouth Shopping Centre, with…

    From Dartmouth Dental Centre'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.

6 of Dartmouth's 8 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Dartmouth

How much do braces cost in Dartmouth?

Typical ranges in CAD for Dartmouth, NS. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do braces cost in Dartmouth?
TypeTypical range (CAD)BasisAs of
Metal bracesCA$3,650–CA$8,550DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Nova Scotia—
Ceramic bracesCA$4,900–CA$9,750DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Nova Scotia—
Self-ligating bracesCA$4,250–CA$9,750DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Nova Scotia—
Lingual bracesCA$9,750–CA$14,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Nova Scotia—

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

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 Dartmouth braces dentists

We scored 8 Dartmouth clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Dartmouth 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 Dartmouth: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Dartmouth?

Lumix Orthodontics ranks #1 of 8 Dartmouth clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 116 Google reviews. Evergreen Dental 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 Dartmouth, NS?

Braces in Dartmouth typically costs CA$3,660–CA$8,540 CAD. By type: metal braces CA$3,650–CA$8,550; ceramic braces CA$4,900–CA$9,750; self-ligating braces CA$4,250–CA$9,750. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Nova Scotia. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Dartmouth do braces?

Yes. 2 of the 8 Dartmouth clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 6 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 CDCP or insurance in Nova Scotia?

The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) covers orthodontics only in limited, medically necessary cases, and preauthorization is typically required. Many private plans cover part of braces for children. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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 Dartmouth braces dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 8 Dartmouth clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Lumix Orthodontics and Mic Mac Dental Centre. 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 Dartmouth?

8 Dartmouth clinics list braces in our data. 6 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Lumix Orthodontics and Evergreen Dental. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 6 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Dartmouth

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 35 clinics.

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