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Best Braces Dentists in Melissa, TX (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Java Dental Studio, ranked #1 of 3 by service score; emergency visits and Saturday hours, accepts Medicaid.

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3 Melissa clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 1 opens Saturdays. None list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 3 braces dentists in Melissa at a glance

Top 3 braces dentists in Melissa at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSedationSame-day
1Java Dental Studio73YesYes
2Melissa Family Dental & Orthodontics47——
3Melissa Dental & Orthodontics37——

The 3 best braces dentists in Melissa, 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.

Scores below: based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  1. Ranked #1 for braces in Melissa

    #1 Java Dental Studio

    2435 Sam Rayburn Hwy Suite #700

    73/100

    Ranked #1 for braces in Melissa: emergency visits and Saturday hours; accepts Medicaid.

    • Speaks English
    • Accepts Medicaid
    • Accepting new patients
    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Java Dental StudioFull profile(469) 663-0214
    In their words

    Java Dental is a trusted Melissa family dentist dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate dental care for patients of all ages. If you’re looking for a reliable dentist in Melissa, our experienced team offers comprehensive services including preventive care, cosmetic dentistry, restorative treatments, and emergency dental services. As a leading Melissa dentist, Java Dental focuses on patient comfort, modern technology, and personalised treatment plans to help you…

    From Java Dental Studio'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.

None of Melissa's 3 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Melissa

How much do braces cost in Melissa?

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

How much do braces cost in Melissa?
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 Melissa

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 Melissa braces dentists

We scored 3 Melissa 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 Melissa 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 Melissa: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Melissa?

Java Dental Studio ranks #1 of 3 Melissa clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and Saturday hours and accepts Medicaid. Melissa Family Dental & Orthodontics ranks #2 (evening hours). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an orthodontist on staff.

How much do braces cost in Melissa, TX?

Braces in Melissa 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 Melissa do braces?

Yes. None of the 3 Melissa 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 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. 1 of 3 Melissa clinics offering braces lists Medicaid on its profile.

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 Melissa braces dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 3 Melissa clinics offering braces lists Saturday hours, including Java Dental Studio. 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 Melissa?

3 Melissa clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 1 lists sedation options. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Melissa

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 3 clinics.

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