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Best Braces Dentists in Los Lunas, NM (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Valencia County Sheriff's Office, ranked #1 of 31 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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31 Los Lunas clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 4 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 Los Lunas at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Los Lunas at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Valencia County Sheriff's Office77Yes
2Cara Scholl67—
3Dina Martinez-Valdez67—
4Dr. Ashish Kunnekel67—
5Dr. Kartik Antani67—
6Dr. Ray A. Lyons, DDS67—
7Dr. Timothy Smith67—
8Dr. Tucker Haltom67—
9Jonathan Hsi67—
10Lenhoff Christine DDS67—

The 31 best braces dentists in Los Lunas, 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. Ranked #1 for braces in Los Lunas

    #1 Valencia County Sheriff's Office

    543 Luna Ave SE, Los Lunas, NM 87031

    77/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for braces in Los Lunas: emergency visits and evening hours.

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

    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Valencia County Sheriff's OfficeFull profile(505) 866-2400

  15. #15 AutoZone Auto Parts

    1840 Main St NW, Los Lunas, NM 87031

    63/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for braces in Los Lunas: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sat 7:30 AM–9 PM · Sun 8 AM–8 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at AutoZone Auto PartsFull profile(505) 565-3114
    In their words

    AutoZone Los Lunas #3410 in Los Lunas, NM is one of the nation's leading retailer of automotive replacement car parts including new and remanufactured hard parts, maintenance items and car accessories. Visit your local AutoZone in Los Lunas, NM or call us at (505) 565-3114.

    From AutoZone Auto Parts's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  17. #17 Los Lunas Family Practice

    127 Sandoval Rd, Los Lunas, NM 87031, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for braces in Los Lunas: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Los Lunas Family PracticeFull profile(505) 865-3373

  18. #18 Rio Grande Children's Dentistry & Orthodontics

    106 Vallejos Ln, Los Lunas, NM 87031

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for braces in Los Lunas: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–4 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Rio Grande Children's Dentistry & OrthodonticsFull profile(505) 865-1999

  21. #21 Valencia County_Los Lunas Public Health Office

    445 Camino Del Rey SW, Los Lunas, NM 87031, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in Los Lunas 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 Valencia County_Los Lunas Public Health OfficeFull profile(505) 222-0940

  22. #22 Los Lunas Community Program

    1000 Main Street NW, Los Lunas, NM 87031, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Los Lunas 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–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Los Lunas Community ProgramFull profile(505) 506-7614
    In their words

    The Los Lunas Community Program (LLCP) provides support and services through the Developmental Disabilities Waiver (DDW) to individuals who reside in Valencia, Socorro, Torrance and Bernalillo counties and provides technical assistance throughout the state. Services include supported living, which allows persons with developmental disabilities and significant medical and/or behavioral challenges to live with roommates; supported employment, which helps participants find and…

    From Los Lunas Community Program's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Valencia Family Dentistry and Orthodontics

    3472 Main St NE, Los Lunas, NM 87031, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for braces in Los Lunas 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 Valencia Family Dentistry and OrthodonticsFull profile(505) 865-9788
    In their words

    At Valencia Family Dentistry & Orthodontics, our mission is simple: provide you with the best dental care possible. Our state of the art dental facility features the latest equipment and cutting edge technology to provide you the highest quality dental care available at an affordable price. We take the time to treat every patient as an individual worthy of the very best treatment we can provide. So come see us for your best dental experience ever! And with Sedation Dentistry…

    From Valencia Family Dentistry and Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Los Lunas Sleep Center

    1204 Main St NE suite b, Los Lunas, NM 87031

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Los Lunas 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 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Los Lunas Sleep CenterFull profile(505) 388-2015
    In their words

    Quality Sleep Solutions is New Mexico's largest sleep center network for the treatment of sleep disorders. Our sleep clinics specialize in the treatment of Sleep Apnea and Insomnia. Sleep Medicine Specialists are here on site to discuss your sleep apnea symptoms and offer remedies for snoring. If you are suffering from Insomnia, we are here to help. We service Los Lunas, Belen, Bosque Farms and Socorro patients. CPAP machines and supplies are sold here if you need a mask,…

    From Los Lunas Sleep Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Los Lunas Smiles

    219 Courthouse Rd, Los Lunas, NM 87031

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Los Lunas 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–4 PM · Tue 9 AM–3 PM · Wed 8 AM–3 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Los Lunas SmilesFull profile(505) 865-4341
    In their words

    Here at Los Lunas Smiles we provide quality dentistry. We offer a wide range of dental services, including preventive, cosmetic, restorative and reconstructive dentistry. We pride ourselves on our patient-centered practice. We do everything possible to make dental visits pleasant and positive experiences for our patients. We continually strive to earn the loyalty of our patients, and expect that we will see second and even third generations. Our office is dedicated to…

    From Los Lunas Smiles's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 31 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #31, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Morningstar Family Dental, Llc37
27Bella Vida33
28Smith Eric M DDS33
29Dr. Eric Winterton33
30Los Lunas Motor Vehicle Division33
31Haltom 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.

None of Los Lunas's 31 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Los Lunas

How much do braces cost in Los Lunas?

Typical ranges in USD for Los Lunas, NM. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

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

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

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 Los Lunas braces dentists

We scored 31 Los Lunas 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 Los Lunas 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 Los Lunas: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Los Lunas?

Valencia County Sheriff's Office ranks #1 of 31 Los Lunas clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Cara Scholl 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 Los Lunas, NM?

Braces in Los Lunas 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 New Mexico. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Los Lunas do braces?

Yes. None of the 31 Los Lunas 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 New Mexico?

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 Los Lunas braces dentists are open on Saturday?

4 of 31 Los Lunas clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Valencia County Sheriff's Office, AutoZone Auto Parts and Atrinea Health Main. 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 Los Lunas?

31 Los Lunas clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 4 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Los Lunas

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 35 clinics.

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