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Best Braces Dentists in Decatur, GA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for braces: Decatur Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 84 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 429 Google reviews, 2 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

  2. 2

    Best specialist (orthodontist): Dr. Craig Williams Orthodontics, an orthodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 343 Google reviews, 1 of 20 collected reviews mentions braces.

  3. 5

    Best value: insurance accepted: Decatur Dental Care, accepts dental insurance, 4.9★ from 187 Google reviews, emergency visits.

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84 Decatur clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 6 list an orthodontist, 3 offer same-day or emergency visits and 9 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 45 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Decatur at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Decatur at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning bracesSame-day
1Decatur Orthodontics83Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (429)2—
2Dr. Craig Williams Orthodontics80Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (343)1—
3Ideal Dental Decatur80Yes (orthodontist)4.6★ (785)——
4Decatur Smiles76Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (468)——
5Decatur Dental Care75—4.9★ (187)—Yes
6Smiles For Kids74Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (145)——
7Progressive Dental Group74—4.8★ (441)——
8Buckner Robert R DDS73————
9Dr. Dwayne L. Turner, DDS73————
10Franklin Edmond M DDS73————

The 84 best braces dentists in Decatur, 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. #3 Ideal Dental Decatur

    175 N Arcadia Ave Ste 151, Decatur, GA 30030

    80/100

    Ranked #3 for braces in Decatur: an orthodontist on staff; 4.6★ from 785 Google reviews.

    • 4.6from 785 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Ideal Dental Decatur, we believe that a visit to the dentist should be as pleasant and stress-free as possible. That’s why our Decatur, GA dental office was designed to keep patient comfort in mind. Whether you need to schedule a general checkup or require more extensive dental work, we’ll address any concerns you might have prior to treatment and answer all of your questions in a relaxed, pressure‑free setting.

    From Ideal Dental Decatur's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #4 Decatur Smiles

    144 S Columbia Dr, Decatur, GA 30030

    76/100

    Ranked #4 for braces in Decatur: an orthodontist on staff; 4.8★ from 468 Google reviews.

    • 4.8from 468 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–4 PM · Fri 7 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    We are an independently owned family dental practice located in Decatur. We are proud to help service our community both in and out of practice. We see both adults and children. Decatur Smiles is strongly family focused and we love seeing all our patients smile. If you have been looking for a dental practice that feels like family then call us your home! Come see us!

    From Decatur Smiles's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #5 Decatur Dental Care

    487 Winn Way #204, Decatur, GA, 30030

    75/100

    Ranked #5 for braces in Decatur: 4.9★ from 187 Google reviews; emergency visits.

    • 4.9from 187 Google reviews
    • Speaks English
    • Accepting new patients
    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Dentists
    Dr Megan Post, DDS

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Decatur Dental Care, formerly NMS Dentistry, serves the Decatur community with conservative, patient-focused dentistry rooted in honesty and compassion. Led by Dr. Megan Post, part of an elite group of dentists who have earned their Mastership in the Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD). With her 22+ years of experience, you simply won't find a dentist who does better work when it comes to comprehensive general and family care, including preventive checkups, fillings, crowns,…

    From Decatur Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #19 Abbas Haider, DDS, PC

    3521 Memorial Dr Suite A, Decatur, GA 30032, United States

    72/100

    Ranked #19 for braces in Decatur: 4.8★ from 529 Google reviews; evening hours.

    • 4.8from 529 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–4 PM · Thu 11 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    We provide, General, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry. We have a team that is focused on quality care and service, including a Dental Hygienist everyone loves! We offer complimentary consultations so that potential patients can experience our practice philosophy prior to becoming patients of the practice. The customer service starts with the initial phone call or visit with our team and continues to the back. During the initial consultation with Dr. Haider, within minutes, you…

    From Abbas Haider, DDS, PC's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #22 Roberts Family Dental - Decatur

    3660 Flat Shoals Rd #100, Decatur, GA 30034

    71/100

    Ranked #22 for braces in Decatur: 4.9★ from 2,073 Google reviews.

    • 4.9from 2,073 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–6 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Roberts Family Dental is a dentist in Decatur. As a dentist near you, our priority is to provide patients with reliable dental care. The standard procedures we provide include dental bridges, crowns, emergency dentistry, exams and cleanings, extractions, fillings, implants, Invisalign®️, oral cancer screenings, root canal therapy, sealants, teeth whitening, and veneers. As a go-to emergency dentist near me, we provide prompt and efficient dental care when you need it most.

    From Roberts Family Dental - Decatur's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #24 Greater Decatur Dental

    3744 Lavista Rd, Decatur, GA 30033, United States

    71/100

    Ranked #24 for braces in Decatur: 5.0★ from 518 Google reviews.

    • 5.0from 518 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–4 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 7:30 AM–5 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–3 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Greater Decatur Dental is a Dentist Office located in Decatur, GA. We specialize in teeth cleaning, invisalign services, botox services, teeth extraction, teeth whitening, dentures, and more. Our friendly and professional team offers a complete range of treatment from cosmetic and implant restorative dentistry to everyday general family dental care. Greater Decatur Dental provides professional, state-of-the-art, personalized dental care for our patients in a very friendly…

    From Greater Decatur Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #25 Great Expressions Dental Centers - South DeKalb

    2853 Candler Rd #101, Decatur, GA 30034

    71/100

    Ranked #25 for braces in Decatur: 4.7★ from 1,125 Google reviews.

    • 4.7from 1,125 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7:30 AM–4 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Great Expressions Dental Centers provides access to affordable dental care delivering both quality and convenience. Our patients rely on us to improve their oral health and we deliver it, one smile at a time.Great Expressions Dental Centers’ doctors and team members strive to help you be your own kind of great every day. We come to work to serve you, and protect that special thing you use to greet the world: your smile. Choosing a neighborhood dental office is an important…

    From Great Expressions Dental Centers - South DeKalb's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 84 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #84, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Cosmetic and Family Dentistry Dr. Terrance L. Jeter & Associates704.8★ (190)Evenings
27Endodontics of Atlanta684.9★ (413)
28Georgia Dental Center684.6★ (680)
29Metro Decatur Dental Group PC684.0★ (148)
30Ashpole Dental Family Dentistry67
31Billman Michael Ala DDS67
32Dental Care Center of Decatur67
33dr loving dentist67
34Dr. Eddie Woods67
35Dr. Farah Husain, DMD67
36Dr. Laneshia Camp67
37Dr. Thomas Price67
38Dr. Ulpa Patel, DDS67
39Great Expressions Dental Centers67
40Jayanthi Fisher67
41Joe Wells67
42Kennedy Family Dental67
43Matthew Oshea67
44ClearChoice Dental Implant Center664.7★ (241)
45Dr. Mark M. Hastings, DDS664.3★ (12)
46Great Expressions Dental Centers - Decatur664.2★ (2,351)
47Franklin Dental663.7★ (852)Evenings · Sat
48Dilworth C M DDS655.0★ (4)
49Dr. Amy Mathew645.0★ (3)
50North Decatur Dentistry634.2★ (409)
51Clements Sr Kirby DDS633.0★ (6)Evenings · Sat
52Perfecting Smiles With Gentle Hands634.5★ (62)Sat
53East Atlanta Dental634.7★ (143)
54Anthony Parrish DDS634.4★ (8)Sat
55Cumberbatch Khalil D DDS635.0★ (1)
56Delbert Warner DDS PC632.7★ (17)
57Dr. C. David Knox, D.D.S., P.A.624.6★ (40)Sat
58Baawo Jr Albert DDS621.0★ (1)
59Ibrahim F. Gabriel D.D.S614.5★ (24)Evenings
60Knight's Dental: Tasha Knight, DDS614.3★ (208)
61Blue Creek Dental604.5★ (52)
62Dr. Marvin R. Winter, DDS595.0★ (13)
63Dove Dental Specialists594.0★ (50)
64Ben W Jernigan Jr DMD594.6★ (29)
65A Smile 4U583.7★ (491)
66A-1 Dentistry57Sat · Sun
67Dr. Cassandra G. Brackett, DDS573.6★ (42)
68Paul lyle Glasser DDS PC563.6★ (26)
69Campbell Donald J DDS565.0★ (5)
70Patel Jay DDS535.0★ (1)
71Rickin Vibhakar50
72VA Dental Clinic481.9★ (55)
73Kool Smiles Dentist43Sat
74Imad Sabbagh, DDS37
75Dental Care Center of Decatur: Lynn A. Livingston37
76Dr. Shauna H. Gammage, DDS37
77O'Shea Dentistry37
78Gailya Axam DDS37
79NMS Dentistry Nancy M Stewart DDS37
80T. James Brown, D.M.D.37
81Spa Dental37
82Spa Dental: Dr. Monica Jones37
83T.O. Vinson Health Center33
84Loving Jr Leroy 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.

6 of Decatur's 84 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Decatur

How much do braces cost in Decatur?

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

How much do braces cost in Decatur?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$3,150–$7,350DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Georgia—
Ceramic braces$4,200–$8,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Georgia—
Self-ligating braces$3,650–$8,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Georgia—
Lingual braces$8,400–$12,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Georgia—

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

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 Decatur braces dentists

We scored 84 Decatur clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 27 were excluded (5 closed and 22 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 Decatur 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 Decatur: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Decatur?

Decatur Orthodontics ranks #1 of 84 Decatur clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 429 Google reviews. Dr. Craig Williams Orthodontics 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 Decatur, GA?

Braces in Decatur typically costs $3,150–$7,350 USD. By type: metal braces $3,150–$7,350; ceramic braces $4,200–$8,400; self-ligating braces $3,650–$8,400. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Georgia. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Decatur do braces?

Yes. 78 of the 84 Decatur 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 insurance or Medicaid in Georgia?

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 Decatur braces dentists are open on Saturday?

9 of 84 Decatur clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Ideal Dental Decatur, Smiles For Kids and Franklin 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 Decatur?

84 Decatur clinics list braces in our data. 6 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Decatur Orthodontics and Dr. Craig Williams Orthodontics. 9 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 45 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Decatur

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 90 clinics.
  2. : 22 duplicate listings merged.
  3. : 5 closed clinics removed.