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Best Braces Dentists in Gonzales, LA (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for braces: Chedly Schatzie Vincent DMD, ranked #1 of 8 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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8 Gonzales 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 8 braces dentists in Gonzales at a glance

The 8 best braces dentists in Gonzales, 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 Lamendola Dentistry

    13317 LA-44, Gonzales, LA 70737, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for braces in Gonzales: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Lamendola Dentistry in Gonzales is led by Louie Lamendola, DDS. Our dentist offers general, cosmetic, and restorative dental procedures including veneers, Invisalign, smile makeovers and more. Voted Best Dental Office in Ascension Parish for the last three years! Dr. Louie Lamendola is an experienced and skilled dentist who, along with Dr. Bryant Bourgeois, offer a wide range of dentistry services to enhance the health, function, and appearance of your smile.

    From Lamendola Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #5 Main Street Dental Care

    7393 LA-44, Gonzales, LA 70737

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for braces in Gonzales 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–5 PM · Tue 7 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–3:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #6 Ascension Children's Dental

    14639 Airline Hwy Ste 111, Gonzales, LA 70737

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for braces in Gonzales 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–4:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #7 Smart Dental Care Gonzales

    306 S Burnside Ave, Gonzales, LA 70737

    37/10030% of factors measured

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #8 Foote Family Dental Care

    328 S Burnside Ave, Gonzales, LA 70737, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for braces in Gonzales 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 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–4 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–1 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–4 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dr. Nora Richardson-Foote, Gonzales dentist, and her caring staff have served the wonderful people of Louisiana since 2000 by providing top quality dental care services to families. Now with our new state of the art facility, located in Gonzales, we are able to provide excellent dental care in a very comfortable family-friendly environment unlike any other office in our area. Here at Foote Family Dental we believe in listening to our patients, building relationships of…

    From Foote Family Dental Care'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 Gonzales's 8 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Gonzales

How much do braces cost in Gonzales?

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

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

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

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 Gonzales braces dentists

We scored 8 Gonzales 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 Gonzales 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 Gonzales: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Gonzales?

Chedly Schatzie Vincent DMD ranks #1 of 8 Gonzales clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Moncada Luis 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 Gonzales, LA?

Braces in Gonzales 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 Louisiana. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Gonzales do braces?

Yes. None of the 8 Gonzales 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 Louisiana?

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 Gonzales braces dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 8 Gonzales clinics offering braces lists Saturday hours, including Lamendola Louie 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 Gonzales?

8 Gonzales 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 Gonzales

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 8 clinics.