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Best Braces Dentists in Golden, CO (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Dallas Kenson, ranked #1 of 36 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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36 Golden clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 3 open Saturdays. None list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 braces dentists in Golden at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Golden at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Dallas Kenson73Yes
2Dentistry at Golden Ridge73—
3Dr. Scott R. Welch, DMD73—
4Golden Dental Solutions73—
5Rocky Mountain Dental Anesthesia73—
6Aspen Dental67—
7Brown Bregetta T DDS67—
8Canyon Point Implant & Oral Surgery67—
9Chernoff Kenneth L DDS67—
10Courtad Charles L DDS67—

The 36 best braces dentists in Golden, 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.

  4. #4 Golden Dental Solutions

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for braces in Golden 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 Golden Dental SolutionsFull profile
    In their words

    On behalf of all my staff, I welcome you to our office. We are pleased that you have selected us to care for your dental needs and we look forward to your initial visit. We pride ourselves on making your visit a pleasant experience, while providing you with quality dental treatment. Our emphasis is on early preventive care; however, we also provide restorative care including emergency services. Our primary goal is the retention of your healthy, natural teeth. During your…

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

  5. #5 Rocky Mountain Dental Anesthesia

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for braces in Golden 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 Rocky Mountain Dental AnesthesiaFull profile(720) 251-4667
    In their words

    A MORE COMFORTABLE DENTAL EXPERIENCE IN FOUR EASY STEPS 1. Discuss anesthesia options and schedule an appointment through your dental provider. 2. Complete the health history and consent forms. Obtain necessary medical records. 3. Read and follow the pre, intra, and post-operative instructions. 4. Schedule a ride and payment for the day of the appointment.

    From Rocky Mountain Dental Anesthesia's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  6. #6 Aspen Dental

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for braces in Golden 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 Lakewood,CO 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.

  17. #17 Gentle Smiles of Colorado

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for braces in Golden 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 Gentle Smiles of ColoradoFull profile
    In their words

    At Gentle Smiles of Colorado, we deliver friendly but professional care for your whole family. We offer general, early and cosmetic dental care, as well at periodontal treatments. Dr. Timothy Wachuta and his experienced team are excited to work with you to develop a treatment plan that fits your needs. Aside from our Golden office, we also have offices in Denver and Wheat Ridge.

    From Gentle Smiles of Colorado's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 36 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #36, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Branin Center for Dentistry37
27STRIDE CHC - Golden High School37
28Golden View Dental37
29Cairn Dental37
30Canyon Point Orthodontics37
31Dr. Wade Hirschman37
32Legacy Endodontics37
33Golden Dental Care37
34Dr. Christopher R. Sprout, DDS37
35Perfect Teeth - Golden33
36Student Wellness Center33

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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 Golden's 36 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Golden

How much do braces cost in Golden?

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

How much do braces cost in Golden?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$3,450–$8,050DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado—
Ceramic braces$4,600–$9,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado—
Self-ligating braces$4,000–$9,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado—
Lingual braces$9,200–$13,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado—

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

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 Golden braces dentists

We scored 36 Golden clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Golden 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 Golden: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Golden?

Dallas Kenson ranks #1 of 36 Golden clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Dentistry at Golden Ridge 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 Golden, CO?

Braces in Golden typically costs $3,450–$8,050 USD. By type: metal braces $3,450–$8,050; ceramic braces $4,600–$9,200; self-ligating braces $4,000–$9,200. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Golden do braces?

Yes. None of the 36 Golden 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 Colorado?

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 Golden braces dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 36 Golden clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Dallas Kenson, Comfort Dental and Groneman Nicholas L DDS. 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 Golden?

36 Golden clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Golden

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 38 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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