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Best Braces Dentists in Lake Wales, FL (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: AdventHealth Lake Wales, ranked #1 of 22 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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22 Lake Wales clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 2 open Saturdays. None list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 braces dentists in Lake Wales at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Lake Wales at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1AdventHealth Lake Wales77Yes
2Lake Wales Clinic73—
3Brewer Denise67—
4David E Junca & Associates67—
5Fellner & Ferry Dental Office67—
6Jackson Reddick67—
7Marcel Fundora67—
8Polk County Dental Association67—
9Ullom Virgil DDS67—
10Hoang Nguyen47—

The 22 best braces dentists in Lake Wales, 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.

  10. #10 Hoang Nguyen

    24185 US HWY 27 North, Lake Wales, FL 33859, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for braces in Lake Wales: evening hours.

    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–7 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–12:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Hoang NguyenFull profile(863) 676-6200
    In their words

    Hoang Nguyen practices in Lake Wales, FL for Aspen Dental. With years of valuable dental experience, Hoang Nguyen and the rest of the Aspen Dental team are proud to offer services like dentures, gum diseases, root canals, crowns, and bridges with the best lab technicians. To see a dentist near you book online or call anytime Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. We are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams,…

    From Hoang Nguyen's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  12. #12 Florida Braces

    254 E Stuart Ave #206, Lake Wales, FL 33853

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for braces in Lake Wales: Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Florida BracesFull profile(863) 676-0077
    In their words

    Our orthodontist and team at Florida Braces have one main focus as we provide quality orthodontic services: create beautiful smiles and, with that, change lives. One patient at a time, we create lasting, personal relationships that result in a more satisfying experience for both parties. With offices in Lake Wales, Wauchula and Arcadia, Florida, we can care for those in surrounding areas, such as Polk County, DeSoto County and Okeechobee County, Florida. Our practice has a…

    From Florida Braces's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  13. #13 Forni Dental - Lake Wales Dentist

    701 E State Rd 60 East, Lake Wales, FL 33853

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for braces in Lake Wales 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

    Book appointment at Forni Dental - Lake Wales DentistFull profile(863) 563-3663
    In their words

    We provide Lake Wales dental patients with modern cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, and general family dentistry. We take pride in our ability to provide comprehensive dental care for your family’s dental needs with little to no referrals. We use the latest technology, materials, and procedures to ensure that you will be provided with the highest quality of dental care with an extraordinary emphasis on your comfort and experience.

    From Forni Dental - Lake Wales Dentist's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  15. #15 David F McDowall DDS

    490 S 4th St, Lake Wales, FL 33853

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for braces in Lake Wales 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 8:15 AM–5:15 PM · Wed 8:15 AM–1:15 PM · Thu 8:15 AM–5:15 PM · Fri 8:15 AM–1:15 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at David F McDowall DDSFull profile(863) 676-8551

  17. #17 Lake Wales Dentistry

    24174 US Hwy No. 27 Ste 200, Lake Wales, FL 33859, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for braces in Lake Wales 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 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 7 AM–3 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Lake Wales DentistryFull profile(863) 679-3229
    In their words

    As trained medical professionals, our dedication to maintaining a safe environment through rigorous infection control procedures is at our core. We know that moving forward our commitment to your safety will be even more important. While continuing to meet traditional CDC and OSHA requirements, we are adopting some new, additional protocols. For example, we might wear additional PPE, request you wear a mask to your appointment, or take your temperature upon arrival.

    From Lake Wales Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 AdventHealth Medical Group OB GYN at Lake Wales

    1001 E State Rd 60 East, Lake Wales, FL 33853, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for braces in Lake Wales 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 closed · Tue–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at AdventHealth Medical Group OB GYN at Lake WalesFull profile(863) 421-7601
    In their words

    AdventHealth Medical Group OB GYN offers complete women's care through a team of experienced physicians and midwives. Our physicians are leaders in the medical field and work hard to practice cutting-edge medicine. Our team delivers the latest in obstetrics and gynecologic health care, utilizing innovative techniques and medical devices.

    From AdventHealth Medical Group OB GYN at Lake Wales's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  19. #19 Central Florida Health Care - Lake Wales

    305 W Central Ave, Lake Wales, FL 33853, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for braces in Lake Wales 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–5:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Central Florida Health Care - Lake WalesFull profile(866) 234-8534
    In their words

    Central Florida Health Care, Inc. is a federally qualified health center and a primary care medical home with a focus on the delivery of quality, accessible primary healthcare that is culturally sensitive, affordable, and responsive to the community's needs. We serve everybody in the community: the insured, uninsured, underinsured, and migrants. We strive to promote health, work to prevent disease, and provide treatment through a partnership with our patients. Our services…

    From Central Florida Health Care - Lake Wales's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Steven D Reddick Dmd PA

    440 Buck Moore Rd, Lake Wales, FL 33853

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in Lake Wales 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–Wed 7 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Steven D Reddick Dmd PAFull profile(863) 676-6507

  22. #22 Dr. Hector A. Gonzalez Lay

    23871 US Hwy No. 27, Lake Wales, FL 33859

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Lake Wales 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

    Book appointment at Dr. Hector A. Gonzalez LayFull profile(863) 678-3177

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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 Wales's 22 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Lake Wales

How much do braces cost in Lake Wales?

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

How much do braces cost in Lake Wales?
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 Wales

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 Wales braces dentists

We scored 22 Lake Wales 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 Wales 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 Wales: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Lake Wales?

AdventHealth Lake Wales ranks #1 of 22 Lake Wales clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Lake Wales Clinic 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 Wales, FL?

Braces in Lake Wales 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 Wales do braces?

Yes. None of the 22 Lake Wales 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.

Which Lake Wales braces dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 22 Lake Wales clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including AdventHealth Lake Wales and Florida Braces. 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 Lake Wales?

22 Lake Wales clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Lake Wales

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 25 clinics.

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