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Best Braces Dentists in Hastings, NE (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Quick-Tag, ranked #1 of 27 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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27 Hastings clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 6 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 Hastings at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Hastings at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Quick-Tag73Yes
2Bumgardner Family Dentistry73—
3Driscoll Mark DDS73—
4Chad Uden, D.D.S67—
5Dr. Alan L. Robertson, DDS67—
6Dr. Charles D. Bauer, DDS67—
7Dr. Michael V. Kleppinger, DDS67—
8Hastings Dental Ceramics67—
9Hutchins Richard DDS67—
10Lehn Gary M DDS67—

The 27 best braces dentists in Hastings, 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.

  2. #2 Bumgardner Family Dentistry

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for braces in Hastings 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 Bumgardner Family DentistryFull profile
    In their words

    Your family’s dentist is an important medical professional in the lives of both you and your children. If you’re looking for a new dental office, turn to the team at Bumgardner Family Dentistry in Hastings, NE. With more than 17 years of experience, they have built a reputation throughout their community for compassionate and thorough care. The dentist and staff at this office understand that some patients may feel anxious during their appointment, especially those who are…

    From Bumgardner Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 Orscheln Farm & Home

    1315 W J St, Hastings, NE 68901

    63/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for braces in Hastings: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–8 PM · Sun 9 AM–6 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Orscheln Farm & HomeFull profile(402) 463-9494
    In their words

    Orscheln Farm & Home in Hastings, Nebraska specializes in farm, ranch, lawn, garden and home supplies. Other products range from power equipment to livestock supplies and feed, clothing & footwear and much more. Come visit us today to experience our great deals on high quality products!

    From Orscheln Farm & Home's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Hastings Family Dental

    2115 N Kansas Ave Suite 202, Hastings, NE 68901, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in Hastings 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–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Hastings Family DentalFull profile(402) 462-6410
    In their words

    We are a family practice dental office that offers the following types of dentistry: Preventative, Crown and Bridge, Cad-Cam Crowns, Implants, Orthodontics, Endodontics, Moderate Conscious Sedation and Dentures. We treat both children and adults, and have a friendly, experienced dental team.

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

  22. #22 Landgren & Uden Family Dentistry

    515 N Denver Ave, Hastings, NE 68901, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Hastings 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–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Landgren & Uden Family DentistryFull profile(402) 463-2300

  25. #25 Mary Lanning Healthcare - Hastings Family Care

    223 E 14th St #100, Hastings, NE 68901, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Hastings 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–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Mary Lanning Healthcare - Hastings Family CareFull profile(402) 463-2929

All 27 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #27, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Gausman33
27Pershing Orthodontics33

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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 Hastings's 27 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Hastings

How much do braces cost in Hastings?

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

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

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

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 Hastings braces dentists

We scored 27 Hastings 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 Hastings 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 Hastings: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Hastings?

Quick-Tag ranks #1 of 27 Hastings clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Bumgardner Family 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 Hastings, NE?

Braces in Hastings 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 Nebraska. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Hastings do braces?

Yes. None of the 27 Hastings 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 Nebraska?

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 Hastings braces dentists are open on Saturday?

6 of 27 Hastings clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Quick-Tag, Walmart Supercenter and Family Dollar. 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 Hastings?

27 Hastings clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 6 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Hastings

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 28 clinics.

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