Best Braces Dentists in Germantown, MD (2026)

50 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated October 21, 20260 paid placementsHow we rank →

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Best overall for braces: Advanced Dental Center, ranked #1 of 50 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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50 Germantown clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 11 open Saturdays and 8 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 Germantown at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Germantown at a glance
Rank	Clinic	Service score
1	Advanced Dental Center	73
2	Aks Dental	67
3	Dr. Erica Ford	67
4	Dr. Tuan Nhu	67
5	dr.William oral surgery	67
6	Mc Mullen Rebecca	67
7	Metro Dental Specialists	67
8	Pincock Douglas G DDS	67
9	Yasmin Amiri	67
10	Advanced Dental Center: Tahvildary Firouzeh DDS	53

The 50 best braces dentists in Germantown, 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.

Ranked #1 for braces in Germantown
#1 Advanced Dental Center
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #1 for braces in Germantown on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
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#2 Aks Dental
20500 Seneca Meadows Pkwy, Germantown, MD 20876
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #2 for braces in Germantown on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Aks Dental Full profile (301) 916-8570
#3 Dr. Erica Ford
20 Executive Park Ct, Germantown, MD 20874, United States
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #3 for braces in Germantown on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Dr. Erica Ford Full profile (301) 916-5800
#4 Dr. Tuan Nhu
19330 Liberty Mill Rd, Germantown, MD 20874
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #4 for braces in Germantown on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Dr. Tuan Nhu Full profile (301) 428-3211
#5 dr.William oral surgery
Doctors Dr, Germantown, MD 20874
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #5 for braces in Germantown on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
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#6 Mc Mullen Rebecca
12815 Wisteria Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, United States
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #6 for braces in Germantown on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Mc Mullen Rebecca Full profile (301) 972-0260
#7 Metro Dental Specialists
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #7 for braces in Germantown on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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#8 Pincock Douglas G DDS
12801 Middlebrook Road, Germantown, MD 20874
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #8 for braces in Germantown on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Pincock Douglas G DDS Full profile (301) 916-0102
#9 Yasmin Amiri
12800 Middlebrook Road STE 104, Germantown, MD 208745204
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #9 for braces in Germantown on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
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#10 Advanced Dental Center: Tahvildary Firouzeh DDS
12800 Middlebrook Road STE 104, Germantown, MD 20874
53/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #10 for braces in Germantown: evening hours and Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon 8 AM–4 PM · Tue 11 AM–7 PM · Wed 11 AM–6 PM · Thu 11 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
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#11 Mary B. Alexander, DDS, DMS
20680 Seneca Meadows Pkwy #218, Germantown, MD 20876
53/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #11 for braces in Germantown: evening hours and Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon closed · Tue–Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 12 PM–8 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Mary B. Alexander, DDS, DMS Full profile (240) 813-9111
#12 Kids Dental Clinic
20400 Observation Dr #208, Germantown, MD 20876
47/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #12 for braces in Germantown: Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Kids Dental Clinic Full profile (301) 528-8685
#13 Advanced Family Dental Care
19501 Doctors Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, United States
47/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #13 for braces in Germantown: Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon–Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Advanced Family Dental Care Full profile (301) 528-2600
#14 Ben Manesh, DDS
20528 Boland Farm Rd Suite 212, Germantown, MD 20876
47/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #14 for braces in Germantown: Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Ben Manesh, DDS Full profile (301) 972-4400
In their words
Ben Manesh, DDS, is dedicated to exceptional patient care and excellent patient experiences. In his role as a general and cosmetic dentist at Implants and Cosmetic Dental Center in Germantown, Maryland, Dr. Manesh offers complete dental care including bridges, veneers, crowns, and all types of cosmetic and general dentistry. He is one of a team of specialists who help patients with advanced dental care needs, including complex total mouth reconstructions and dental implants.…
From Ben Manesh, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#15 Family Smile Dental Center
20500 Seneca Meadows Pkwy #2200, Germantown, MD 20876
47/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #15 for braces in Germantown: evening hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–7 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Family Smile Dental Center Full profile (301) 515-9600
#16 GentleCare Dentistry LLC
20030 Century Blvd Suite 103, Germantown, MD 20874
47/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #16 for braces in Germantown: evening hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 11 AM–8 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at GentleCare Dentistry LLC Full profile (301) 972-3100
#17 Smile Dental Care
19785 Crystal Rock Dr # 302, Germantown, MD 20874
47/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #17 for braces in Germantown: Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Smile Dental Care Full profile (301) 515-5955
#18 R3 Dental Group
13097 Wisteria Dr #101, Germantown, MD 20874, United States
47/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #18 for braces in Germantown: evening hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon 8:30 AM–7 PM · Tue–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at R3 Dental Group Full profile (301) 540-2444
#19 Germantown Dental Group
19512 Amaranth Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, United States
47/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #19 for braces in Germantown: Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Germantown Dental Group Full profile (301) 540-0500
#20 Family Dental Associates: August William J DDS
20680 Seneca Meadows Pkwy #212, Germantown, MD 20876
47/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #20 for braces in Germantown: evening hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 12 PM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–1:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Family Dental Associates: August William J DDS Full profile (301) 869-5090
#21 Oasis Dental Clinic – Dr. Ali Azad
19533 Doctors Dr, Germantown, MD 20874
47/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #21 for braces in Germantown: Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon closed · Tue–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Oasis Dental Clinic – Dr. Ali Azad Full profile (240) 246-7900
#22 Century Dental
20010 Century Blvd Suite 100, Germantown, MD 20874
47/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #22 for braces in Germantown: evening hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–2 PM · Fri–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Century Dental Full profile (301) 972-1600
In their words
Welcome to Century Dental, the practice of the esteemed Dr. Fernando Archuleta. We are proud to provide exceptional quality dental care for the Germantown community and its surrounding suburbs. Dr. Archuleta offers extensive services in cosmetic dentistry such as Invisalign, dental implants, veneers, dental crowns, and much more. If you are in need of teeth cleaning, call Century Dental today. We are always accepting new patients. So give our judgmental-free dental clinic a…
From Century Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#23 Chandrika Bhut, DDS
19785 Crystal Rock Dr #302, Germantown, MD 20874
43/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #23 for braces in Germantown: Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Chandrika Bhut, DDS Full profile (301) 515-5955
#24 General Dentist
19729 Executive Park Cir, Germantown, MD 20874
43/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #24 for braces in Germantown: Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 10 AM–6 PM · Thu 9 AM–1 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at General Dentist Full profile (301) 515-0030
#25 Dr. Matthew P. Pendergrass, DDS
22710 Ridge Rd, Germantown, MD 20876, United States
43/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #25 for braces in Germantown: Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon closed · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 7 AM–3 PM · Fri–Sat 7 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Dr. Matthew P. Pendergrass, DDS Full profile (301) 972-3444

All 50 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

Rank	Clinic	DR Score	Evenings / weekends
26	Family Dental Group	43	Evenings
27	River Stone Dental Center	37
28	Platinum Dental Group, Sarmad Khamas, DMD, FAGD	37
29	Sandhu DDS	37
30	Confident Smiles of Germantown by Dr. Dean A. Schramek	37
31	Germantown Smiles	37
32	Dentist Germantown - Germantown Pediatric Dental Center, LLC	37
33	Kids Dental Clinic: Deepali Bhanot	37
34	Supertooth at Germantown	37
35	Vitelli Comprehensive Dentistry	37
36	Germantown Dental Village	37
37	Crown Dental Care	37
38	Implants and Cosmetic Dental Center	37
39	Kingsview Dental	37
40	Dr. Bob Testen DDS	37
41	Dr. Mahdieh Emam, DDS	37
42	Tomona Orthodontics	37
43	TLC Modern Dentistry LLC	37
44	Germantown Family Dentist	33
45	Rosewood Dental	33
46	Dr. Toan D. Nguyen, DDS	33
47	Smile Design Dental Clinic	33
48	Germantown Family & Cosmetic Dentistry	33
49	Hema Patel, DDS : Wisteria Dental Care	33
50	Maryland Dental Center	33

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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 Germantown's 50 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Germantown

How much do braces cost in Germantown?

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

How much do braces cost in Germantown?
Type	Typical range (USD)	Basis	As of
Metal braces	$3,600–$8,400	DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland	—
Ceramic braces	$4,800–$9,600	DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland	—
Self-ligating braces	$4,200–$9,600	DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland	—
Lingual braces	$9,600–$14,400	DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland	—

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

What to expect from braces

Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.

Braces: visits, chair time and recovery
Fact	Typically
Typical visits	A consultation, a fitting visit, then adjustments every 4–8 weeks
Chair time	About 1–2 hours to fit; adjustments take 15–30 minutes
Recovery	Soreness for a few days after fitting and after adjustments
When to see a specialist	Most braces cases, and always for jaw growth issues, severe crowding or bite problems

How we ranked Germantown braces dentists

We scored 50 Germantown clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 9 were excluded (9 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
Factor	Weight	Computed from	In Germantown data
Reputation	45%	Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating	Not yet collected
Review volume	15%	log10(review count) against the city maximum	Not yet collected
Recency	10%	Share of reviews in the last 12 months	Not yet collected
Access	15%	Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patients	Measured
Services	10%	Services offered out of 17	Measured
Profile completeness	5%	Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photos	Measured

Braces in Germantown: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Germantown?

Advanced Dental Center ranks #1 of 50 Germantown clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Aks Dental 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 Germantown, MD?

Braces in Germantown typically costs $3,600–$8,400 USD. By type: metal braces $3,600–$8,400; ceramic braces $4,800–$9,600; self-ligating braces $4,200–$9,600. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Germantown do braces?

Yes. None of the 50 Germantown 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 Maryland?

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 Germantown braces dentists are open on Saturday?

11 of 50 Germantown clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Advanced Dental Center: Tahvildary Firouzeh DDS, Mary B. Alexander, DDS, DMS and Kids Dental Clinic. 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 Germantown?

50 Germantown clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 11 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Top 10 braces dentists in Germantown at a glance

The 50 best braces dentists in Germantown, ranked

#1 Advanced Dental Center

#2 Aks Dental

#3 Dr. Erica Ford

#4 Dr. Tuan Nhu

#5 dr.William oral surgery

#6 Mc Mullen Rebecca

#7 Metro Dental Specialists

#8 Pincock Douglas G DDS

#9 Yasmin Amiri

#10 Advanced Dental Center: Tahvildary Firouzeh DDS

#11 Mary B. Alexander, DDS, DMS

#12 Kids Dental Clinic

#13 Advanced Family Dental Care

#14 Ben Manesh, DDS

#15 Family Smile Dental Center

#16 GentleCare Dentistry LLC

#17 Smile Dental Care

#18 R3 Dental Group

#19 Germantown Dental Group

#20 Family Dental Associates: August William J DDS

#21 Oasis Dental Clinic – Dr. Ali Azad

#22 Century Dental

#23 Chandrika Bhut, DDS

#24 General Dentist

#25 Dr. Matthew P. Pendergrass, DDS