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Best Braces Dentists in Lenoir, NC (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Bryson Ellen, ranked #1 of 25 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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25 Lenoir 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 Lenoir at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Lenoir at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Bryson Ellen67
2Caldwell Medical Center67
3Dr. Kimberly Gragg67
4Dr. Lucinda O. Plant, DMD67
5DR. MARY HUFFMAN FAMILY DENTISTRY67
6Dr. Todd Kincer67
7Greer Crystal67
8Holcher F T DDS67
9Lenoir Dental Laboratory67
10lenoirdds.com67

The 25 best braces dentists in Lenoir, 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.

  13. #13 Caldwell County Health Department

    2345 Morganton Blvd SW B, Lenoir, NC 28645, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for braces in Lenoir 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 Caldwell County Health DepartmentFull profile(828) 426-8400

  15. #15 Caldwell Pediatric Dentistry

    210 Willow St NW, Lenoir, NC 28645

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for braces in Lenoir 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 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Caldwell Pediatric DentistryFull profile(828) 572-7530

  16. #16 Lower Creek Family Dentistry

    1315 Wilkesboro Blvd NE, Lenoir, NC 28645, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for braces in Lenoir 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 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Lower Creek Family DentistryFull profile(828) 572-7190

  17. #17 Western Carolina Family Dentistry

    505 Realty St SW, Lenoir, NC 28645, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for braces in Lenoir 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 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Western Carolina Family DentistryFull profile(828) 754-2600

  18. #18 Foothills Dental - Lenoir, NC

    342 Harper Ave NW, Lenoir, NC 28645

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for braces in Lenoir 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 Foothills Dental - Lenoir, NCFull profile(828) 754-7251
    In their words

    Our mission is the same at all of our locations: to improve the health of our patients by providing them with the highest quality of dental care. We firmly believe that good oral health is essential for overall quality of life. We have designed our offices to be warm and welcoming. We are pleased to offer preventive, pediatric, and emergency dental services for you and your family. Dr. Mary Huffman is proud to provide her patients with modern, high-tech facilities so our…

    From Foothills Dental - Lenoir, NC's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Desai Manisha P DDS

    310 Mulberry St SW, Lenoir, NC 28645, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in Lenoir 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–2 PM · Tue 8 AM–3 PM · Wed 8 AM–2 PM · Thu 8 AM–3 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Desai Manisha P DDSFull profile(828) 754-7881

  22. #22 Stigall Oral Surgery & Implant Center

    342 B Harper Ave NW, Lenoir, NC 28645

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Lenoir 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 9 AM–3:30 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–3:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Stigall Oral Surgery & Implant CenterFull profile(828) 754-5808

  24. #24 Dr Wayne Hollar Family Dentistry

    614 Hospital Ave NW, Lenoir, NC 28645

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Lenoir 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 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr Wayne Hollar Family DentistryFull profile(828) 754-1600

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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 Lenoir's 25 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Lenoir

How much do braces cost in Lenoir?

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

How much do braces cost in Lenoir?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$3,050–$7,150DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—
Ceramic braces$4,100–$8,150DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—
Self-ligating braces$3,550–$8,150DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—
Lingual braces$8,150–$12,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—

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

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 Lenoir braces dentists

We scored 25 Lenoir clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Lenoir 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 Lenoir: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Lenoir?

Bryson Ellen ranks #1 of 25 Lenoir clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Caldwell Medical Center 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 Lenoir, NC?

Braces in Lenoir typically costs $3,060–$7,140 USD. By type: metal braces $3,050–$7,150; ceramic braces $4,100–$8,150; self-ligating braces $3,550–$8,150. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Lenoir do braces?

Yes. None of the 25 Lenoir 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 North Carolina?

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 Lenoir?

25 Lenoir 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 Lenoir

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 27 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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