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Best Braces Dentists in Lake City, FL (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Dr. Rameek Mcnair, DDS, ranked #1 of 5 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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5 Lake City 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 5 braces dentists in Lake City at a glance

The 5 best braces dentists in Lake City, 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.

  1. #2 Taylor & Ratliff Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

    239 SW Professional Glen, Lake City, FL 32025

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for braces in Lake City 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 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons, Glenn N. Taylor, Jr., DMD, MD and Will Ratliff, DMD, MD Gainesville and Lake City, FL, practice a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery with expertise ranging from corrective jaw surgery to wisdom tooth removal. We can also diagnose and treat facial pain, facial injuries and TMJ disorders, and perform a full range of dental implant and bone grafting procedures. Call Today for an Appointment

    From Taylor & Ratliff Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #3 Lake City Dental

    844 S Marion Ave, Lake City, FL 32025, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for braces in Lake City 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

    In their words

    Lake City Dental with Dr. Roman, Dr. Gallup, and Dr. Pan, is a comprehensive and advanced family dental practice in Lake City, Florida. Lake City Dental specializes in complete family care, including cosmetic, restorative and preventative dentistry. We excel in all aspects of dentistry, including crowns & bridges, traditional & fixed dentures, dental implants, porcelain veneers, smile whitening, orthodontics, cosmetic bonding, laser dentistry, tooth extractions, BOTOX®, TMJ…

    From Lake City Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #4 John A. Batlle, III, D.M.D.

    389 SW Chapel Hill St, Lake City, FL 32025

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for braces in Lake City 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–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    We love our wonderful patients and feel fortunate to serve them. Each team member has over 20 years experience in dentistry. Dr. John Batlle has been a dentist over thirty years and does extensive training and continuing education yearly to give our patients the very best of care. As a former Navy dentist, he found his passion in private practice these past 14 years. We have a wonderful team who loves what they do.

    From John A. Batlle, III, D.M.D.'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.

None of Lake City's 5 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Lake City

How much do braces cost in Lake City?

Typical ranges in USD for Lake City, FL. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do braces cost in Lake City?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$3,250–$7,550DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida—
Ceramic braces$4,300–$8,650DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida—
Self-ligating braces$3,800–$8,650DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida—
Lingual braces$8,650–$13,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida—

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

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 Lake City braces dentists

We scored 5 Lake City 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 Lake City 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 Lake City: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Lake City?

Dr. Rameek Mcnair, DDS ranks #1 of 5 Lake City clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Taylor & Ratliff Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 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 Lake City, FL?

Braces in Lake City typically costs $3,240–$7,560 USD. By type: metal braces $3,250–$7,550; ceramic braces $4,300–$8,650; self-ligating braces $3,800–$8,650. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Lake City do braces?

Yes. None of the 5 Lake City 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 Florida?

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 Lake City?

5 Lake City 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 Lake City

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 5 clinics.