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Best Braces Dentists in Laredo, TX (2026)

52 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 4 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for braces: Laredo Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 52 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 1,007 Google reviews, 2 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

  2. 2

    Best specialist (orthodontist): The Smile Shoppe Orthodontic Specialists, an orthodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 411 Google reviews, 2 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

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52 Laredo clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 4 list an orthodontist and 15 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Laredo at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Laredo at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Laredo Orthodontics78Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (1,007)2
2The Smile Shoppe Orthodontic Specialists78Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (411)2
3Davenport Dental--Bartlett77Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (1,021)—
4Dr. Esparza's Pediatric Dental Office73———
5Emergency Dentist Laredo73———
6The Dental Practice - Burwood Dentist73———
7Clinica Dental Hispana Laredo67———
8HOLLYWOOD DENTAL67———
9Adonai Dental Clinic: Johnson Olakunle DDS67———
10Balgowlah Dental clinic67———

The 52 best braces dentists in Laredo, 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. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for braces in Laredo 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

    In their words

    The Dental Practice & our wonderful team of Dentists have been serving the Burwood community since the 1940s. We are a family dental practice dedicated to providing a wide range of high-quality dental treatments. Our team and dentists & consultants make it easy for patients of all ages to have a happy and healthy smile. It is independently owned and operated by Dr Samuel Gidaro & is now considered the #1 Reviewed Dentist in Burwood, Sydney NSW.

    From The Dental Practice - Burwood Dentist's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #9 Adonai Dental Clinic: Johnson Olakunle DDS

    3210 Jaime Zapata Memorial Hwy STE A6, Laredo, TX 78043, United States

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for braces in Laredo 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

  3. #16 Gateway Community Health Center: Anderson Jantzen L DDS

    2007 S Zapata Hwy, Laredo, TX 78046, United States

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for braces in Laredo 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

  4. #20 Charles A. Reyes, D.D.S.

    2310 E Saunders St Ste #3, Laredo, TX 78041

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #21 Planet Dental & Orthodontics

    1400 Guadalupe St, Laredo, TX 78040

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Wed 12 PM–8 PM · Thu–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  6. #22 Imagine Dental of North Laredo

    7807 McPherson Rd #205, Laredo, TX 78045, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Laredo: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #23 Imagine Dental of South Laredo

    3507 Jaime Zapata Memorial Hwy #3, Laredo, TX 78043

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for braces in Laredo: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  8. #24 Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics

    7305 San Dario Ave Suite 5, Laredo, TX 78045

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Laredo: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–6 PM · Tue–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Walk into a dental facility that stays a tech above across the dental industry. Our award-winning dentists strive to provide high-end dental care that will boost your smile and confidence. All services are under one roof, and each member of our team is determined to give you the one-of-a-kind dental experience your family deserves. Enter Laredo Del Mar's office and prepare to meet your lifetime dentist.

    From Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  9. #25 Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics

    910 Guadalupe St suite a, Laredo, TX 78040, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Laredo: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Rodeo Dental, we do things differently. Our doctors and team are passionate about providing top-notch dental services in Laredo – such as dental, orthodontic, endodontic, and pediatric – to YOU. We also have a reputation of going that extra mile to ensure that our patients are not only relaxed but that they’re genuinely having fun. You’re more than welcome to visit our Laredo dentist office near Guadalupe St to see for yourself why people can’t stop talking about Rodeo…

    From Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics'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.

4 of Laredo's 52 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Laredo

How much do braces cost in Laredo?

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

How much do braces cost in Laredo?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$2,950–$6,850DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas—
Ceramic braces$3,900–$7,850DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas—
Self-ligating braces$3,450–$7,850DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas—
Lingual braces$7,850–$11,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas—

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

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 Laredo braces dentists

We scored 52 Laredo clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 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 Laredo 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 Laredo: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Laredo?

Laredo Orthodontics ranks #1 of 52 Laredo clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 1,007 Google reviews. The Smile Shoppe Orthodontic Specialists ranks #2 (an orthodontist on staff). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an orthodontist on staff.

How much do braces cost in Laredo, TX?

Braces in Laredo typically costs $2,940–$6,860 USD. By type: metal braces $2,950–$6,850; ceramic braces $3,900–$7,850; self-ligating braces $3,450–$7,850. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Laredo do braces?

Yes. 48 of the 52 Laredo clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 4 list 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 Texas?

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 Laredo braces dentists are open on Saturday?

15 of 52 Laredo clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including The Smile Shoppe Orthodontic Specialists, Clinica Dental Hispana Laredo and HOLLYWOOD DENTAL. 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 Laredo?

52 Laredo clinics list braces in our data. 4 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Laredo Orthodontics and The Smile Shoppe Orthodontic Specialists. 15 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Laredo

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 83 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.