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Best Braces Dentists in Hixson, TN (2026)

5 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 4 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for braces: Hodges Jill P DDS, ranked #1 of 5 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 1.0★ from 1 Google reviews.

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    Best specialist (orthodontist): Hixson Dentist - Hixson Pike Dental, an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 659 Google reviews.

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5 Hixson clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 4 list an orthodontist. Google ratings are on file for 4 of them.

Top 5 braces dentists in Hixson at a glance

Top 5 braces dentists in Hixson at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Hodges Jill P DDS76Yes (orthodontist)1.0★ (1)—
2Hixson Dentist - Hixson Pike Dental76Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (659)—
3River Mountain Orthodontics74Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (64)5
4Smile More Orthodontics73Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (78)5
5Tennessee River Dental37———

The 5 best braces dentists in Hixson, 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.

  5. #5 Tennessee River Dental

    4845 Hixson Pike C, Hixson, TN 37343

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for braces in Hixson 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–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Tennessee River DentalFull profile(423) 877-3848
    In their words

    At Tennessee River Dental, we are proud to provide numerous dental services and serve the citizens of Hixson, Chattanooga, Red Bank, and Soddy Daisy, TN. Our goal has always been to help guide our patients towards a lifetime of oral health, so we are very grateful that you allow us to share that journey with you.

    From Tennessee River Dental'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.

4 of Hixson's 5 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Hixson

How much do braces cost in Hixson?

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

How much do braces cost in Hixson?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$2,950–$6,850DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee—
Ceramic braces$3,900–$7,850DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee—
Self-ligating braces$3,450–$7,850DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee—
Lingual braces$7,850–$11,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee—

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

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 Hixson braces dentists

We scored 5 Hixson clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Hixson data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsMeasured
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 Hixson: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Hixson?

Hodges Jill P DDS ranks #1 of 5 Hixson clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 1.0★ from 1 Google reviews. Hixson Dentist - Hixson Pike Dental ranks #2 (an orthodontist on staff). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an orthodontist on staff.

How much do braces cost in Hixson, TN?

Braces in Hixson typically costs $2,940–$6,860 USD. By type: metal braces $2,950–$6,850; ceramic braces $3,900–$7,850; self-ligating braces $3,450–$7,850. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Hixson do braces?

Yes. 1 of the 5 Hixson clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 4 list an orthodontist on staff. 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 Tennessee?

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 Hixson?

5 Hixson clinics list braces in our data. 4 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Hodges Jill P DDS and Hixson Dentist - Hixson Pike Dental. Google ratings are on file for 4 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Hixson

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 32 clinics.

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