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Best Braces Dentists in Fort Smith, AR (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Family Dental Care of Fort Smith, ranked #1 of 52 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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52 Fort Smith clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays and 2 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 Fort Smith at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Fort Smith at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Family Dental Care of Fort Smith73
2Skinner Dentistry73
3Aspen Dental67
4Bittle Matthew C DDS67
5Brandebura Ellis & Remerschrei67
6Dentures Today67
7Dr. Brock Brown67
8Dr. Clayton Craig67
9Dr. Daniel K. Jones, DDS67
10Dr. Jim Curlin67

The 52 best braces dentists in Fort Smith, 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. Ranked #1 for braces in Fort Smith

    #1 Family Dental Care of Fort Smith

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for braces in Fort Smith on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Family Dental Care of Fort SmithFull profile
    In their words

    At Family Dental Care of Fort Smith you can expect to be treated with compassion and care for your whole family. We have well educated dentists in our group that can take care of practically all of your needs. You no longer need to go to multiple specialists for your dental care. Established 30 plus years ago by Dr Jim Saviers. He worked for many years creating trust and high quality dentistry in Fort Smith. In January, he sold to Dr Beau Sparkman, a native to the River…

    From Family Dental Care of Fort Smith's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  3. #3 Aspen Dental

    67/10015% of factors measured

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aspen DentalFull profile
    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Fort Smith,AR 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…

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

  17. #17 Leap Kids Dental

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for braces in Fort Smith on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Leap Kids DentalFull profile
    In their words

    At Leap Kids Dental in Fort Smith, Arkansas, we provide comprehensive care to address the needs of all patients. We offer education in oral hygiene, regular and emergency examinations, preventative care, dietary consultation, and dental rehabilitation. At Leap Kids Dental, we strive to lay the foundation for the building blocks of health and happiness, helping parents and children learn and grow.

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

  23. #23 Walmart Health

    2100 N 62nd St Ste A, Fort Smith, AR 72904, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for braces in Fort Smith: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–7:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Walmart HealthFull profile(479) 358-8435
    In their words

    Walmart Health offers affordable and transparent pricing, with or without insurance. You will receive the highest level of care from our qualified physicians, dentists, nurse practitioners, optometrist and more. We offer convenient hours and easy online scheduling to provide you with appointment times that fit your schedule. With primary care, dental, counseling, labs & x-rays, optometry and audiology all under one roof, Walmart Health makes it easy to take care of you and…

    From Walmart Health's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Parklane Family Dental

    5111 Rogers Ave Suite 207, Fort Smith, AR 72903, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Fort Smith: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Parklane Family DentalFull profile(479) 689-0349
    In their words

    Parklane Family Dental will help you maintain a vibrant smile and make a dazzling first impression. We're a family-owned practice with 45 years of experience in the Fort Smith area. We have 3 locations to serve you and your family - where you'll be treated like a member of our family. We specialize in cosmetic dentistry and we invite you to see our smile portfolio to see our work. We also offer emergency dental care so don't hesitate to call us, and in most cases, the…

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

  25. #25 Harper Dental

    5422 Euper Ln, Fort Smith, AR 72903

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Fort Smith 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 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Harper DentalFull profile(479) 431-0280
    In their words

    Harper Dental in Fort Smith, AR, is gladly accepting new patients! We believe in treating the whole person and ensuring they receive the optimal care necessary to maintain a beautiful, healthy smile for life. Harper Dental will strive to understand your needs and surpass your expectations. Relax in our dental office while our expert dentists beautify your smile. Our friendly & caring staff bring advanced technology, the latest techniques, and personalized dental care to the…

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

All 52 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #52, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Northside Dental37
27River Valley Smile Center37
28New Health Dental37
29Belle Point Dental37
30Good Samaritan Clinic37
31Borengasser Family Dental37
32Fiser Family Dental37
33Moore Dental Care37
34Richard A Staton DDS37
35Riley Farm Dental37
36Riddle Modern Dentistry & Implants37
37Brenda Donato, DMD37
38Dallas Street Dental37
39Dr. Ward W. Clemmons37
40Fort Smith Pediatric Dental Group37
41James B. Saviers DDS, PA37
42Affordable Dentures & Implants33
43Dental Health of Fianna33
44Parklane Family Dental- Creekmore Park33
45Parklane Family Dental: Liggett Kris E DDS33
46Johnson Family Dentistry, Cole J. Johnson DDS. PA, George J. Johnson DDS33
47My Dentist33
48Monarch Dental & Orthodontics33
49Dental Solutions of Fort Smith PLLC - J Stephen Wilson, DDS33
50Fianna Family Dentistry33
51Friddle Dentistry33
52Community Dental Clinic33

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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 Fort Smith's 52 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Fort Smith

How much do braces cost in Fort Smith?

Typical ranges in USD for Fort Smith, AR. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do braces cost in Fort Smith?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$2,700–$6,300DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas—
Ceramic braces$3,600–$7,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas—
Self-ligating braces$3,150–$7,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas—
Lingual braces$7,200–$10,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas—

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

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 Fort Smith braces dentists

We scored 52 Fort Smith clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 duplicate listings). 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 Fort Smith 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 Fort Smith: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Fort Smith?

Family Dental Care of Fort Smith ranks #1 of 52 Fort Smith clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Skinner 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 Fort Smith, AR?

Braces in Fort Smith typically costs $2,700–$6,300 USD. By type: metal braces $2,700–$6,300; ceramic braces $3,600–$7,200; self-ligating braces $3,150–$7,200. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Fort Smith do braces?

Yes. None of the 52 Fort Smith 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 Arkansas?

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 Fort Smith braces dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 52 Fort Smith clinics offering braces lists Saturday hours, including Walmart Health. 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 Fort Smith?

52 Fort Smith 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 Fort Smith

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 54 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.

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