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Best Braces Dentists in Miami Shores, FL (2026)

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

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  1. 1

    Best overall for braces: Emergency Dental, ranked #1 of 4 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

  2. 2

    Best specialist (orthodontist): Little Stars Dentistry of Miami Shores, an orthodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 1,218 Google reviews.

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

Top 4 braces dentists in Miami Shores at a glance

Top 4 braces dentists in Miami Shores at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)
1Emergency Dental73——
2Little Stars Dentistry of Miami Shores72Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (1,218)
3Dr. Nathaniel S. Gonzales67——
4Miami Shores Dental Group37——

The 4 best braces dentists in Miami Shores, 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 Miami Shores

    #1 Emergency Dental

    6903 NE 3rd Ave, Miami Shores, FL 33138, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for braces in Miami Shores 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 Emergency DentalFull profile(786) 751-9605
    In their words

    We appreciate you for considering us as your dental office. You can expect the highest level of care from our staff. We offer services such as emergency care, pediatric and family dental care and denture repair services as well as general dentistry. Please call ahead to make a date for an appointment as we don't accept walk-ins. Dial us at the right time for you because we always answer our phones, night or day even on the weekends.

    From Emergency Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  3. #3 Dr. Nathaniel S. Gonzales

    9503 NE 2nd Ave, Miami Shores, FL 33138

    67/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for braces in Miami Shores: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun 9 AM–3 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Nathaniel S. GonzalesFull profile(786) 310-4816
    In their words

    If you're looking for a dentist near me that is a Smile Generation Trusted dentist Dr. Nathaniel S. Gonzales in Miami Shores, FL can ease your dental concerns. Stop by Miami Shores Modern Dentistry to get anything from a dental cleaning, cosmetic dentistry, to a root canal, or a dental emergency.

    From Dr. Nathaniel S. Gonzales's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  4. #4 Miami Shores Dental Group

    9101 Park Dr, Miami Shores, FL 33138, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for braces in Miami Shores 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 Miami Shores Dental GroupFull profile(305) 754-0062

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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 Miami Shores's 4 clinics offering braces has an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Miami Shores

How much do braces cost in Miami Shores?

Typical ranges in USD for Miami Shores, FL. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do braces cost in Miami Shores?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$3,250–$7,550DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida—
Ceramic braces$4,300–$8,650DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida—
Self-ligating braces$3,800–$8,650DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida—
Lingual braces$8,650–$13,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida—

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

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 Miami Shores braces dentists

We scored 4 Miami Shores 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 Miami Shores 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 Miami Shores: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Miami Shores?

Emergency Dental ranks #1 of 4 Miami Shores clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Little Stars Dentistry of Miami Shores ranks #2 (an orthodontist on staff). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an orthodontist on staff.

How much do braces cost in Miami Shores, FL?

Braces in Miami Shores typically costs $3,240–$7,560 USD. By type: metal braces $3,250–$7,550; ceramic braces $4,300–$8,650; self-ligating braces $3,800–$8,650. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Miami Shores do braces?

Yes. 3 of the 4 Miami Shores 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 Florida?

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 Miami Shores braces dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 4 Miami Shores clinics offering braces lists Saturday hours, including Dr. Nathaniel S. Gonzales. 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 Miami Shores?

4 Miami Shores clinics list braces in our data. 1 of them lists an orthodontist on staff. They include Little Stars Dentistry of Miami Shores. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Miami Shores

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 8 clinics.

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