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Best Braces Dentists in Florence, AZ (2026)

3 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for braces: Dr. Jason K. Whetten, DMD, ranked #1 of 3 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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3 Florence clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. None list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 3 braces dentists in Florence at a glance

Top 3 braces dentists in Florence at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dr. Jason K. Whetten, DMD37
2Florence Family Dentistry37
3Merrill Ranch Family Dental37

The 3 best braces dentists in Florence, 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.

Scores below: based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  1. #3 Merrill Ranch Family Dental

    3385 N Hunt Hwy #127, Florence, AZ 85132

    37/100

    Ranked #3 for braces in Florence on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Merrill Ranch Family Dental, we understand the importance of having a dental practice that provides you with exceptional care. Our staff is committed to serving each and every patient with attentive care and impeccable dental work. As one of our patients, you deserve nothing less. Our practice provides general dentistry services including the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide variety of conditions and diseases that affect your teeth, gums, and oral health.

    From Merrill Ranch Family Dental'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 Florence's 3 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Florence

How much do braces cost in Florence?

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

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

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

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 Florence braces dentists

We scored 3 Florence 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 Florence 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 Florence: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Florence?

Dr. Jason K. Whetten, DMD ranks #1 of 3 Florence clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Florence Family Dentistry 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 Florence, AZ?

Braces in Florence 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 Arizona. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Florence do braces?

Yes. None of the 3 Florence 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 Arizona?

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 Florence?

3 Florence 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 Florence

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 4 clinics.