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Best Braces Dentists in Fridley, MN (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for braces: Archana Mani, DMD, ranked #1 of 14 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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14 Fridley 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.

The 14 best braces dentists in Fridley, 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. #4 Dr. Robert L. Laing, DDS

    1099 E Moore Lake Dr, Fridley, MN 55432

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for braces in Fridley: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 7:30 AM–8 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. #6 Dr. Tom Lapinksi, DDS Lapinski Family Dentist

    201 Mississippi St NE, Fridley, MN 55432

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for braces in Fridley: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 11 AM–7 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–3 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #8 Dr. John Cretzmeyer

    1099 E Moore Lake Dr, Fridley, MN 55432, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for braces in Fridley 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 7:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 7:30 AM–6 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #11 Moore Lake Dental

    6230 MN-65 STE 105, Fridley, MN 55432, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for braces in Fridley 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–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 7:30 AM–1 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #12 M Health Fairview Clinic - Fridley

    6341 University Ave NE, Fridley, MN 55432, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for braces in Fridley 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 7 AM–6 PM · Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At M Health Fairview Clinic - Fridley, we're transforming the way health care works. And feels. We make it easy for you to access the care and services you and your family need. Services offered at Fairview Clinics - Fridley include cardiology, nephrology and vascular surgery services. M Health Fairview Heart Care at Fairview Clinics - Fridley, offers you a full spectrum of heart care including a cardiology clinic, screening and preventative services, advanced care in heart…

    From M Health Fairview Clinic - Fridley's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #13 Allina Health Fridley Clinic

    500 Osborne Rd NE Suite 150, Fridley, MN 55432, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for braces in Fridley 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–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #14 Metropolitan Pediatric Dental Associates: Fridley

    500 Osborne Rd NE #345, Fridley, MN 55432, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for braces in Fridley 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–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Metropolitan Pediatric Dental Associates is an American Board of Pediatric Dentistry Certified specialty dental office for infants, toddlers, big kids, pre teens, and teens with locations throughout the Twin Cities including St. Paul, Fridley, North Oaks, and Eagan. Our professional, gentle, and caring pediatric dentists have been providing quality dental care for children and adolescents since 1965.

    From Metropolitan Pediatric Dental Associates: Fridley'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 Fridley's 14 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Fridley

How much do braces cost in Fridley?

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

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

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

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 Fridley braces dentists

We scored 14 Fridley 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 Fridley 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 Fridley: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Fridley?

Archana Mani, DMD ranks #1 of 14 Fridley clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Lisa M Murray 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 Fridley, MN?

Braces in Fridley 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 Minnesota. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Fridley do braces?

Yes. None of the 14 Fridley 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 Minnesota?

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 Fridley?

14 Fridley 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 Fridley

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 15 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.