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Best Braces Dentists in Defiance, OH (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Center For Oral, ranked #1 of 15 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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15 Defiance clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 3 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 Defiance at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Defiance at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Center For Oral67
2Dr. James F. Weisgerber, DDS67
3Dr. Michael A. Stone, DDS67
4Dr. Sheridan Bilen67
5Dr. Stephen H. Burke, DDS67
6James Elchinger67
7Smiles of Ohio67
8Warner Gregg a DDS67
9Julie Morse47
10Aspen Dental43

The 15 best braces dentists in Defiance, 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.

  9. #9 Julie Morse

    1601 N Clinton St Unit A, Defiance, OH 43512, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for braces in Defiance: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Julie MorseFull profile(419) 789-4112
    In their words

    Julie Morse practices in Defiance, OH for Aspen Dental. With years of valuable dental experience, Julie Morse and the rest of the Aspen Dental team are proud to offer services like dentures, gum diseases, root canals, crowns, and bridges with the best lab technicians. To see a dentist near you book online or call anytime Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. We are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and…

    From Julie Morse's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  10. #10 Aspen Dental

    1601 N Clinton St Unit A, Defiance, OH 43512

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for braces in Defiance: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aspen DentalFull profile(419) 789-4112
    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Defiance,OH offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care environment…

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

  12. #12 Cory R. Kappesser, DMD

    1075 E 2nd St, Defiance, OH 43512, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for braces in Defiance 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 8 AM–4 PM · Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Cory R. Kappesser, DMDFull profile(419) 782-1126
    In their words

    As trained medical professionals, our dedication to maintaining a safe environment through rigorous infection control procedures is at our core. We know that moving forward our commitment to your safety will be even more important. While continuing to meet traditional CDC and OSHA requirements, we are adopting some new, additional protocols. For example, we might wear additional PPE, request you wear a mask to your appointment, or take your temperature upon arrival.

    From Cory R. Kappesser, DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  13. #13 Defiance Center for Dentistry

    1075 E 2nd St, Defiance, OH 43512

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for braces in Defiance 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 8 AM–4 PM · Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Defiance Center for DentistryFull profile(419) 782-1126
    In their words

    As trained medical professionals, our dedication to maintaining a safe environment through rigorous infection control procedures is at our core. We know that moving forward our commitment to your safety will be even more important. While continuing to meet traditional CDC and OSHA requirements, we are adopting some new, additional protocols. For example, we might wear additional PPE, request you wear a mask to your appointment, or take your temperature upon arrival.

    From Defiance Center for Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  15. #15 Behringer-Eckhardt DDS

    700 Thurston St, Defiance, OH 43512

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for braces in Defiance 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 AM–4:30 PM · Wed 7:40 AM–4 PM · Thu 8 AM–4:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Behringer-Eckhardt DDSFull profile(419) 782-0846

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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 Defiance's 15 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Defiance

How much do braces cost in Defiance?

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

How much do braces cost in Defiance?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$3,000–$7,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio—
Ceramic braces$4,000–$8,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio—
Self-ligating braces$3,500–$8,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio—
Lingual braces$8,000–$12,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio—

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

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 Defiance braces dentists

We scored 15 Defiance 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.

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DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Defiance 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 Defiance: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Defiance?

Center For Oral ranks #1 of 15 Defiance clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. James F. Weisgerber, 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 Defiance, OH?

Braces in Defiance typically costs $3,000–$7,000 USD. By type: metal braces $3,000–$7,000; ceramic braces $4,000–$8,000; self-ligating braces $3,500–$8,000. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Defiance do braces?

Yes. None of the 15 Defiance 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 Ohio?

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 Defiance?

15 Defiance 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 Defiance

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 15 clinics.

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