375 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 190 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →
Best overall for braces: Fresh Dental Care, ranked #1 of 375 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 4.6★ from 1,029 Google reviews, 1 of 20 collected reviews mentions braces.
Best specialist (orthodontist): Brident Dental & Orthodontics, an orthodontist on staff, 4.5★ from 602 Google reviews, Saturday hours.
Best value: insurance accepted: MDRN Dental of Westchase Houston, accepts dental insurance, 5.0★ from 430 Google reviews, emergency visits.
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375 Houston clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 190 list an orthodontist, 3 offer same-day or emergency visits and 143 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 291 of them.
| Rank | Clinic | Service score | Specialist on staff | Rating (reviews) | Reviews mentioning braces |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fresh Dental Care | 88 | Yes (orthodontist) | 4.6★ (1,029) | 1 |
| 2 | Brident Dental & Orthodontics | 86 | Yes (orthodontist) | 4.5★ (602) | — |
| 3 | Vintage Smile Family Dentistry | 86 | Yes (orthodontist) | 4.7★ (592) | 4 |
| 4 | Urgent Dental Care of Houston | 86 | Yes (orthodontist) | 4.9★ (913) | — |
| 5 | Zara Dental | 85 | Yes (orthodontist) | 4.8★ (1,930) | — |
| 6 | Galaxia Dental | 85 | Yes (orthodontist) | 4.9★ (1,390) | — |
| 7 | West U Orthodontics | 85 | Yes (orthodontist) | 5.0★ (359) | 4 |
| 8 | Elara Orthodontics - Houston Heights | 85 | Yes (orthodontist) | 5.0★ (559) | — |
| 9 | Antoine Dental Center | 84 | Yes (orthodontist) | 4.7★ (3,210) | — |
| 10 | Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics | 84 | Yes (orthodontist) | 4.3★ (1,382) | — |
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.
Ranked #1 for braces in Houston
10763 Eastex Fwy STE C, Houston, TX 77093, United States
Ranked #1 for braces in Houston: an orthodontist on staff; 4.6★ from 1,029 Google reviews.
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5800 Bellaire Blvd #110, Houston, TX 77081
Ranked #2 for braces in Houston: an orthodontist on staff; 4.5★ from 602 Google reviews.
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We make high quality dental care convenient and affordable at our Brident Dental office located near you. Our friendly and experienced dental professionals provide a wide range of family dental services including orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry and emergency dental care. Our general dentists, specialists and hygienists are all under one roof. Which means that treatment for implants, braces, or periodontal care can take place in the same office. Here, we gladly treat…
From Brident Dental & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.10300 Louetta Rd Ste 132, Houston, TX 77070
Ranked #3 for braces in Houston: an orthodontist on staff; 4.7★ from 592 Google reviews.
3264 S Loop W, Houston, TX 77025
Ranked #4 for braces in Houston: an orthodontist on staff; 4.9★ from 913 Google reviews.
6295 Bissonnet St, Houston, TX 77081
Ranked #5 for braces in Houston: an orthodontist on staff; 4.8★ from 1,930 Google reviews.
8223 Broadway St, Houston, TX 77061
Ranked #6 for braces in Houston: an orthodontist on staff; 4.9★ from 1,390 Google reviews.
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3642 University Blvd # 102, Houston, TX 77005, United States
Ranked #7 for braces in Houston: an orthodontist on staff; 5.0★ from 359 Google reviews.
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1515 Studemont St Ste 203, Houston, TX 77007
Ranked #8 for braces in Houston: an orthodontist on staff; 5.0★ from 559 Google reviews.
701 E Burress St, Houston, TX 77022
Ranked #9 for braces in Houston: an orthodontist on staff; 4.7★ from 3,210 Google reviews.
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At Antoine Dental, patients are not asked to choose between high quality service and a reasonable price. Our mission is to provide both. Antoine Dental Center in Houston, TX is a state-of-the-art dental clinic where we focus on providing our patients with quality, comfortable dental and oral care with the latest in dental technology. At Antoine Dental Center, we also place a strong emphasis your overall comfort while you’re in our care, and take pride in changing the…
From Antoine Dental Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.8702 Bellaire Blvd Ste 100, Houston, TX 77036
Ranked #10 for braces in Houston: an orthodontist on staff; 4.3★ from 1,382 Google reviews.
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Since 1967, Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics continues to provide the most compassionate, high-quality, affordable and convenient dental and orthodontic care to our communities. We have over 70 offices throughout Texas and recently expanded to Oklahoma in 2021. We are the proud, official dentist of the Dallas Mavericks. Our talented doctors, hygienists, dental assistants and team members are the very life force that allows us to care so deeply for our patients. Our advanced…
From Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.5115 Buffalo Speedway Suite 700, Houston, TX 77005
Ranked #11 for braces in Houston: an orthodontist on staff; 4.9★ from 326 Google reviews.
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383 Greens Rd A, Houston, TX 77060
Ranked #12 for braces in Houston: an orthodontist on staff; 4.4★ from 810 Google reviews.
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We make high quality dental care convenient and affordable at our Brident Dental office located near you. Our friendly and experienced dental professionals provide a wide range of family dental services including orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry and emergency dental care. Our general dentists, specialists and hygienists are all under one roof. Which means that treatment for implants, braces, or periodontal care can take place in the same office. Here, we gladly treat…
From Brident Dental & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.1727 W 34th St Ste 100, Houston, TX 77018
Ranked #13 for braces in Houston: an orthodontist on staff; 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews.
15727 Wallisville Rd Ste 170, Houston, TX 77049
Ranked #14 for braces in Houston: an orthodontist on staff; 4.6★ from 674 Google reviews.
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At Ideal Dental Stone Park, we believe that a visit to the dentist should be as pleasant and stress-free as possible. That’s why our Houston, TX dental office was designed to keep patient comfort in mind. Whether you need to schedule a general checkup or require more extensive dental work, we’ll address any concerns you might have prior to treatment and answer all of your questions in a relaxed, pressure‑free setting.
From Ideal Dental Stone Park's own description. Not part of the ranking.5712 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX 77005
Ranked #15 for braces in Houston: an orthodontist on staff; 4.9★ from 196 Google reviews.
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West U Smiles Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics offers comprehensive dental services for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers. We are kids’ dental specialists who are passionate about what we do. As dental professionals, we strive to provide the best pediatric dental treatment options and make sure every little patient feels comfortable throughout the process. We specialize in pain-free treatment, that’s why if you entrust your child to us, he/she will get the…
From West U Smiles - Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.10527a Gulf Fwy, Houston, TX 77034, United States
Ranked #16 for braces in Houston: an orthodontist on staff; 4.6★ from 610 Google reviews.
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Since 1967, Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics continues to provide the most compassionate, high-quality, affordable and convenient dental and orthodontic care to our communities. We have over 70 offices throughout Texas and recently expanded to Oklahoma in 2021. We are the proud, official dentist of the Dallas Mavericks. Our talented doctors, hygienists, dental assistants and team members are the very life force that allows us to care so deeply for our patients. Our advanced…
From Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.5810 East Sam Houston Pkwy N Ste L, Houston, TX 77049
Ranked #17 for braces in Houston: an orthodontist on staff; 4.7★ from 300 Google reviews.
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Our experienced dentists at Aqua Dental near you in Channelview, TX, 77049, are proud to provide comprehensive care for you and your entire family. We offer a wide array of services at our office, including general dentistry, smile makeovers, teeth whitening, sedation dentistry, dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, veneers, fillings, gum disease, dentures, family dentistry, same-day emergency care, traditional Kids and adult braces, orthodontics, Invisalign®, to patients age…
From Aqua Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.2887 S Richey St, Houston, TX 77017
Ranked #18 for braces in Houston: an orthodontist on staff; 4.7★ from 857 Google reviews.
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5230 Buffalo Speedway Suite B, Houston, TX 77005
Ranked #19 for braces in Houston: an orthodontist on staff; 4.6★ from 769 Google reviews.
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Welcome to our new West U office! Lovett Dental West U offers the best dental care in Houston. Patient comfort, convenience, and longevity are our top priorities. We keep our dental insurance policy simple and straightforward. We have plenty of parking, and we are located on the first floor.
From Lovett Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.5703 Martin Luther King Blvd, Houston, TX 77021, United States
Ranked #20 for braces in Houston: an orthodontist on staff; 4.6★ from 371 Google reviews.
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650 Meyerland Plz, Houston, TX 77096
Ranked #21 for braces in Houston: an orthodontist on staff; 4.5★ from 870 Google reviews.
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At Lovett Dental Meyerland Plaza, we offer a wide range of dental services. Those services include general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, children’s dentistry, and a variety of specialist services in Houston. We take a variety of insurances and forms of payment. We also accept Medicaid, CHIP, and Medicare. If you do not have dental insurance, we can help as well. Our membership includes free dental cleanings, x-rays, and two exams a year, not to mention 35% off all dental…
From Lovett Dental Meyerland Plaza's own description. Not part of the ranking.106 W Gray St, Houston, TX 77019
Ranked #22 for braces in Houston: an orthodontist on staff; 4.7★ from 1,383 Google reviews.
2200 Aldine Mail Rte Rd Suite #106, Houston, TX 77039
Ranked #23 for braces in Houston: an orthodontist on staff; 4.8★ from 1,030 Google reviews.
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Safari Family Dental offers both adult and kids dentistry. We specialize in Family Dentistry for patients of all ages, Pediatric Dentistry with Oral Sedation for young kids, Cosmetic Dentistry, and Orthodontics. Services include: Cleaning Sealants Crowns Bridges Extractions including wisdom teeth Root canals Zoom whitening Botox - for TMJ pain and fine lines Nitrous
From Safari Family Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.2636 S Loop W #100, Houston, TX 77054
Ranked #24 for braces in Houston: an orthodontist on staff; 4.9★ from 1,007 Google reviews.
3110 Tidwell Rd, Houston, TX 77093
Ranked #25 for braces in Houston: an orthodontist on staff; 4.9★ from 670 Google reviews.
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#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #375, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.
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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.
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.
190 of Houston's 375 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Houston
Typical ranges in USD for Houston, TX. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.
| Type | Typical range (USD) | Basis | As of |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | $2,950–$6,850 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas | — |
| Ceramic braces | $3,900–$7,850 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas | — |
| Self-ligating braces | $3,450–$7,850 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas | — |
| Lingual braces | $7,850–$11,800 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas | — |
Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full braces cost guide for Houston
Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.
| Fact | Typically |
|---|---|
| Typical visits | A consultation, a fitting visit, then adjustments every 4–8 weeks |
| Chair time | About 1–2 hours to fit; adjustments take 15–30 minutes |
| Recovery | Soreness for a few days after fitting and after adjustments |
| When to see a specialist | Most braces cases, and always for jaw growth issues, severe crowding or bite problems |
We scored 375 Houston clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 18 were excluded (8 closed and 10 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Houston data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 45% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Review volume | 15% | log10(review count) against the city maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews in the last 12 months | Measured |
| Access | 15% | Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patients | Measured |
| Services | 10% | Services offered out of 17 | Measured |
| Profile completeness | 5% | Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photos | Measured |