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Best Braces Dentists in Laconia, NH (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Alan Kennell, ranked #1 of 16 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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16 Laconia clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. None list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 braces dentists in Laconia at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Laconia at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Alan Kennell67
2Boles Darren DDS67
3Dr. David Ieni67
4Gust Patricia67
5Johnson Sharon DDS67
6Jonathan Beach67
7Joyce Dental Laboratory67
8Laconia Family Planning67
9Mill Plaza Dental67
10Polins Jeffrey M DDS67

The 16 best braces dentists in Laconia, 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.

  11. #11 Shauna L. Gauthier DMD Oral Surgery of New England & Dental Implant Center

    96 High St, Laconia, NH 03246

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for braces in Laconia 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 Shauna L. Gauthier DMD Oral Surgery of New England & Dental Implant CenterFull profile(603) 527-1700

  12. #12 Olga Minukhin, DDS of Concord Hospital Dental Center - Laconia

    29 Elliott St, Laconia, NH 03246

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for braces in Laconia 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–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Olga Minukhin, DDS of Concord Hospital Dental Center - LaconiaFull profile(603) 527-7112

  13. #13 Dr. Raymond T. Finn, Jr. - Finn & Finn Beautiful Smiles

    376 Union Ave, Laconia, NH 03246

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for braces in Laconia 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 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Wed 7:30 AM–3 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Raymond T. Finn, Jr. - Finn & Finn Beautiful SmilesFull profile(603) 524-1085

  14. #14 Everett R. Johnson, DMD, pllc

    200 Union Ave, Laconia, NH 03246

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for braces in Laconia 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 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Everett R. Johnson, DMD, pllcFull profile(603) 524-8159

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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 Laconia's 16 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Laconia

How much do braces cost in Laconia?

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

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

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

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 Laconia braces dentists

We scored 16 Laconia 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 Laconia 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 Laconia: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Laconia?

Alan Kennell ranks #1 of 16 Laconia clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Boles Darren 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 Laconia, NH?

Braces in Laconia 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 New Hampshire. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Laconia do braces?

Yes. None of the 16 Laconia 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 New Hampshire?

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 Laconia?

16 Laconia clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Laconia

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 16 clinics.

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