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Best Braces Dentists in Lewiston, ID (2026)

38 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 1 orthodontist0 paid placementsHow we rank →

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    Best overall for braces: Christensen Airway & Orthodontic Center-Bret B. Christensen DDS, MS, D ASBA, F ALSC, ranked #1 of 38 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 180 Google reviews, 1 of 20 collected reviews mentions braces.

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38 Lewiston clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 lists an orthodontist and 4 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Lewiston at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Lewiston at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Christensen Airway & Orthodontic Center-Bret B. Christensen DDS, MS, D ASBA, F ALSC76Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (180)1
2St. Joseph Regional Medical Center73———
3Demattos Natasha V.67———
4DMD PLLC67———
5Dr. Doyle G. Evers, DDS67———
6Dr. Meghan Bristlin67———
7Galen Haas67———
8Gregory Bengtson67———
9Lamb Bryan DDS67———
10Lewis & Clark Health Center67———

The 38 best braces dentists in Lewiston, 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.

  2. #2 St. Joseph Regional Medical Center

    415 6th St, Lewiston, ID 83501, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for braces in Lewiston 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 St. Joseph Regional Medical CenterFull profile(208) 743-2511
    In their words

    St. Joseph Regional Medical Center is located in Lewiston, ID and is the largest full-service medical center between Boise and Spokane. Offering a range of services spanning both inpatient and outpatient services, including behavioral health, breast imaging, orthopedics, cardiology and heart care, gastroenterology, stroke care, neurology. St. Joseph Regional Medical Center is the first hospital in the regions to earn three separate Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval for…

    From St. Joseph Regional Medical Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 Tri-State Convenient Care Clinic- Lewiston

    332 Thain Rd, Lewiston, ID 83501

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for braces in Lewiston: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Tri-State Convenient Care Clinic- LewistonFull profile(208) 220-1652

  20. #20 Pedro Ruiz

    2360 Thain Grd, Lewiston, ID 83501

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for braces in Lewiston: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri 7 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Pedro RuizFull profile(208) 717-1966
    In their words

    Pedro Ruiz practices in Lewiston, ID for Aspen Dental. With years of valuable dental experience, Pedro Ruiz 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, and…

    From Pedro Ruiz's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Snake River Community Clinic

    215 10th St, Lewiston, ID 83501

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Lewiston: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–4 PM · Tue closed · Wed 10 AM–4 PM · Thu 5 PM–7:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Snake River Community ClinicFull profile(208) 743-5899
    In their words

    Our mission is to provide quality healthcare services to the underserved. We are a free clinic operating since 2000-- serving Nez Perce, Latah Lewis, Clearwater, Idaho counties in Idaho; Whitman and Asotin counties in Washington; Wallowa county in Oregon.

    From Snake River Community Clinic's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 38 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #38, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Swenson Family Orthodontics37
27Dentistry By Design: Jonathan B Nash DDS37
28Two Rivers Family Dentistry37
29Oral & Facial Surgery37
30Vineyard Family Dentistry - the Office of Dr. John J Johnson37
31Canyon Kids Dental37
32Dr. Chad J Barney DMD37
33Bryden General & Implant Dentistry37
34Mark W. Sheppard D.D.S.37
35Dr. William J. Perez DMD33
36Maplewood Dental33
37Simmons Kent B DDS33
38Pickard Orthodontics33

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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.

1 of Lewiston's 38 clinics offering braces has an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Lewiston

How much do braces cost in Lewiston?

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

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

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

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 Lewiston braces dentists

We scored 38 Lewiston clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Lewiston 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 Lewiston: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Lewiston?

Christensen Airway & Orthodontic Center-Bret B. Christensen DDS, MS, D ASBA, F ALSC ranks #1 of 38 Lewiston clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 4.9★ from 180 Google reviews. St. Joseph Regional 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 Lewiston, ID?

Braces in Lewiston 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 Idaho. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Lewiston do braces?

Yes. 37 of the 38 Lewiston clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 1 lists 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 Idaho?

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 Lewiston braces dentists are open on Saturday?

4 of 38 Lewiston clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Ruff Kariann DVM, Tri-State Convenient Care Clinic- Lewiston and DENTURE PRO. 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 Lewiston?

38 Lewiston clinics list braces in our data. 1 of them lists an orthodontist on staff. They include Christensen Airway & Orthodontic Center-Bret B. Christensen DDS, MS, D ASBA, F ALSC. 4 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Lewiston

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 42 clinics.

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