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Best Braces Dentists in Homewood, IL (2026)

33 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 1 orthodontist0 paid placementsHow we rank →

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    Best overall for braces: Grant Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 33 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 580 Google reviews, 4 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

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33 Homewood clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 lists an orthodontist and 11 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Homewood at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Homewood at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Grant Orthodontics79Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (580)4
2O'Donnell Karen DDS73———
3Christopher J. Seidel, DDS67———
4Dr. Thomas W. Erickson, DDS67———
5Eldridge Debra B DDS67———
6Family Dentistry Sandy Kauffman67———
7Gregory Duffner67———
8Gross Cosmetic & Family Dental67———
9Mr. Willie Rucker67———
10Muench Barbara67———

The 33 best braces dentists in Homewood, 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.

  16. #16 Floss Dental Care

    18650 Dixie Hwy, Homewood, IL 60430

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for braces in Homewood: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 7 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Floss Dental CareFull profile(708) 315-2764
    In their words

    At Floss Dental Care, we are a modern dental clinic that is specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of dental and oral problems. We offer comprehensive dental care in Homewood and the surrounding areas. We offer the best dental care for your entire family, as well as restorative dentistry services including dental crowns, dental bridges, and dentures. Cosmetic dentistry services like teeth whitening, dental implants and veneers can help you get a more beautiful smile…

    From Floss Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  17. #17 Edward M. Ruiz, DDS

    17901 Governors Hwy #201A, Homewood, IL 60430

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for braces in Homewood: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 11 AM–7 PM · Tue 9 AM–4 PM · Wed closed · Thu 11 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Edward M. Ruiz, DDSFull profile(708) 798-8899
    In their words

    Let our years of dental experience in serving Illinios residents help you to achieve the smile that you have always wanted. Our practice focuses on cosmetic dental procedures which include veneers, orthodontics, and smile enhancement procedures to whiten and brighten smiles.

    From Edward M. Ruiz, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 BMC Family Dentistry

    2421 183rd St, Homewood, IL 60430, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri closed · Sat 5 PM–8 PM · Sun 9 AM–12 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at BMC Family DentistryFull profile(708) 755-7605
    In their words

    Dr. Nisbeth and his team would like to welcome you to BMC Family Dentistry. We are proud to offer personalized, quality care to our patients, in a warm and comfortable environment. We pride ourselves on our family-oriented approach and work hard to foster a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. When you walk through our office doors, you will be greeted and treated like a member of our family

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

  19. #19 Park Avenue Dental Care

    18040 Park Ave, Homewood, IL 60430, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for braces in Homewood: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–9 PM · Tue 8 AM–8:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Park Avenue Dental CareFull profile(708) 798-6868
    In their words

    At Park Avenue Dental Care, our goal is to provide personalized dental care tailored to your expectations: a beautiful smile and healthy teeth with options appropriate to your lifestyle and finances. Our kind, experienced dental team is dedicated to your comfort, safety and oral health.

    From Park Avenue Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 Homewood-Flossmoor Dental Care: Risse Lynn

    18340 Governors Hwy, Homewood, IL 60430, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for braces in Homewood: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 12 PM–7 PM · Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat 7 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Homewood-Flossmoor Dental Care: Risse LynnFull profile(708) 799-0660

  21. #21 WA Dental

    18019 Dixie Hwy #1B, Homewood, IL 60430

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in Homewood: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–3 PM · Wed–Thu 12 PM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at WA DentalFull profile(708) 206-1005

  22. #22 Eldridge Dental Group

    1944 Ridge Rd, Homewood, IL 60430, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Homewood: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10:30 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–3 PM · Wed 10:30 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–3 PM · Fri closed · Sat 6 AM–1:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Eldridge Dental GroupFull profile(708) 206-1277

  23. #23 Henry Moore, DDS Dental Concepts of Homewood

    18243 Harwood Ave, Homewood, IL 60430

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for braces in Homewood: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 9 AM–5:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–12 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Henry Moore, DDS Dental Concepts of HomewoodFull profile(708) 914-4381

  24. #24 Pulse Periodontics of Homewood

    18358 Governors Hwy, Homewood, IL 60430

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Homewood: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed–Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Pulse Periodontics of HomewoodFull profile(708) 798-0714
    In their words

    Homewood Periodontist, Pulse Periodontics, is an experienced periodontal specialty practice with a focus on providing excellent personalized gum disease treatment to patients from the Homewood area. We utilize modern technology and advanced techniques to ensure your periodontal treatment is efficient, effective, and comfortable. Periodontists receive 2-3 years of additional training beyond dental school to specialize in the placement of dental implants and in the prevention,…

    From Pulse Periodontics of Homewood's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Aspen Dental

    17727 Halsted St, Homewood, IL 60430

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Homewood: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–5 PM · Tue 7 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aspen DentalFull profile(708) 816-9037
    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Homewood,IL 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.

All 33 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #33, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Orthodontic Experts43Sat
27Endodontic & Periodontic Associates, Ltd.43Sat
28Homewood Dental Studio40
29Morris Jr George E DDS37
30Signature Smile Arts: Dr. Alexander Shore, DDS37
31The Dental Specialist - Homewood37
32First Point Dental - Homewood33
33Samantha Palazon, D.D.S.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.

1 of Homewood's 33 clinics offering braces has an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Homewood

How much do braces cost in Homewood?

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

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

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

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 Homewood braces dentists

We scored 33 Homewood clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 4 were excluded (4 duplicate listings). 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 Homewood 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 Homewood: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Homewood?

Grant Orthodontics ranks #1 of 33 Homewood clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 4.9★ from 580 Google reviews. O'Donnell Karen 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 Homewood, IL?

Braces in Homewood 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 Illinois. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Homewood do braces?

Yes. 32 of the 33 Homewood clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 1 lists 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 Illinois?

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 Homewood braces dentists are open on Saturday?

11 of 33 Homewood clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Floss Dental Care, Edward M. Ruiz, DDS and BMC Family Dentistry. 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 Homewood?

33 Homewood clinics list braces in our data. 1 of them lists an orthodontist on staff. They include Grant Orthodontics. 11 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Homewood

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 39 clinics.
  2. : 4 duplicate listings merged.

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