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Best Braces Dentists in Lithonia, GA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for braces: Clark Cathy, ranked #1 of 19 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

  2. 19

    Best specialist (orthodontist): Dr. Isla Brooks Dental, an orthodontist on staff.

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19 Lithonia clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 lists an orthodontist and 3 open Saturdays. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 braces dentists in Lithonia at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Lithonia at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Clark Cathy67
2Decatur Family Denture Center67
3Dr. Candace Alexander67
4Dr. Michael Chen67
5Dr. Rosemary C. Popp, DDS67
6Kimes Heavenly DDS67
7Mc Kenzie Michael L DDS67
8Stewart Janet67
9Sudeall Kirk a DDS67
10Wayne Miller67

The 19 best braces dentists in Lithonia, 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.

  11. #11 Lithonia Restorative Dental Center

    6118 Covington Hwy, Lithonia, GA 30058, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for braces in Lithonia: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 1 PM–7 PM · Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Lithonia Restorative Dental CenterFull profile(770) 593-8249

  14. #14 The Dental Office of Lithonia

    7462, 7660 Covington Hwy #1, Lithonia, GA 30058, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for braces in Lithonia 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–4:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at The Dental Office of LithoniaFull profile(770) 482-2964

  16. #16 East DeKalb Health Center

    2277 S Stone Mountain Lithonia Rd, Lithonia, GA 30058

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for braces in Lithonia 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 8:15 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at East DeKalb Health CenterFull profile(770) 484-2600

  17. #17 Beautiful Smiles Family Dentistry

    8200 Mall Pkwy #155, Lithonia, GA 30038

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for braces in Lithonia 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 Beautiful Smiles Family DentistryFull profile(770) 484-4051
    In their words

    At Beautiful Smiles Family Dentistry, we believe that a doctor and patient become a team for treating an individual's dental needs. Our physicians spend most of their time listening to understand your concerns and responding with the best treatment options for you. With the help of our professional staff, they also follow up to make sure that general pain is relieved, problems are resolved and your health improves.

    From Beautiful Smiles Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 Harrison Cal DDS

    2132 Rock Chapel Rd, Lithonia, GA 30058, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for braces in Lithonia 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 9 AM–3 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 9 AM–4 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Harrison Cal DDSFull profile(770) 484-0255

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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 Lithonia's 19 clinics offering braces has an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Lithonia

How much do braces cost in Lithonia?

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

How much do braces cost in Lithonia?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$3,150–$7,350DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Georgia—
Ceramic braces$4,200–$8,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Georgia—
Self-ligating braces$3,650–$8,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Georgia—
Lingual braces$8,400–$12,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Georgia—

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

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 Lithonia braces dentists

We scored 19 Lithonia clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 4 were excluded (4 duplicate listings). 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 Lithonia 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 Lithonia: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Lithonia?

Clark Cathy ranks #1 of 19 Lithonia clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Decatur Family Denture 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 Lithonia, GA?

Braces in Lithonia typically costs $3,150–$7,350 USD. By type: metal braces $3,150–$7,350; ceramic braces $4,200–$8,400; self-ligating braces $3,650–$8,400. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Georgia. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Lithonia do braces?

Yes. 18 of the 19 Lithonia 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 Georgia?

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 Lithonia braces dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 19 Lithonia clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Lithonia Restorative Dental Center, Family Dentistry Lithonia and Vanessa L Dowdy PC. 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 Lithonia?

19 Lithonia clinics list braces in our data. 1 of them lists an orthodontist on staff. They include Dr. Isla Brooks Dental. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Lithonia

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 21 clinics.
  2. : 4 duplicate listings merged.

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