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Best Braces Dentists in Middletown, DE (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Binnersley Ian Dr, ranked #1 of 32 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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32 Middletown clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays and 3 open after 6pm. None list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 braces dentists in Middletown at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Middletown at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Binnersley Ian Dr73
2Bright Dental: Family Dentistry73
3Dr. Norman Wang73
4Hansen Greg C DDS73
5McAllister Brian DDS73
6Middletown Dental Care- Dr. Paul Christian73
7Ahl Jamie DDS67
8Cook Jeffrey DDS67
9DDDFD67
10Dr. Jane Rutledge67

The 32 best braces dentists in Middletown, 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 Bright Dental: Family Dentistry

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for braces in Middletown 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 Bright Dental: Family DentistryFull profile
    In their words

    Bright Dental is a General Family Dentist that has been in Middletown, Delaware since 1997. Owned by Dr. Brianna Rafetto D.M.D., our office provides a large range of dental services. The whole office strives to ensure that every experience our patients have is positive. From the moment you complete our new patient registration form, our patients become part of our dental family. We currently have a staff of nine energetic, caring, and motivated dental care professionals that…

    From Bright Dental: Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  17. #17 Delaware Smile Center

    201 Carter Dr, Middletown, DE 19709, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for braces in Middletown: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Delaware Smile CenterFull profile(302) 285-7645
    In their words

    Delaware Smile Center offers a full range of Dental Services including Orthodontics, Dental Implants, Family, and Cosmetic Dentistry. Delaware Smile Center was opened in 2008 by brothers Dr. Saqib Usmani and Dr. Sohaib Usmani. Both doctors are General Dentists and have extensive experience with dental implants, short-term orthodontics and are certified to provide IV sedation dentistry. In 2011 Dr. Sophia Usmani joined the practice as an Orthodontist. She specializes in child…

    From Delaware Smile Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Rutledge Dental Associates - Family and Cosmetic Dentistry

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in Middletown 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–Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Rutledge Dental Associates - Family and Cosmetic DentistryFull profile

  22. #22 The Delaware Center for Endodontics and Microsurgery

    5360 Summit Bridge Rd #1, Middletown, DE 19709

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Middletown 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 The Delaware Center for Endodontics and MicrosurgeryFull profile(302) 285-0350

  23. #23 Summit Dental: Peter Karian, DDS

    4462 Summit Bridge Rd, Middletown, DE 19709

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for braces in Middletown 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–5:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Summit Dental: Peter Karian, DDSFull profile(302) 376-1500
    In their words

    Welcome to Summit Dental! Our Middletown, DE dental office offers experienced and caring dentistry for patients of all ages. Peter Karian, DDS and our wonderful staff provide an array of dental services, including dental implants, dentures, teeth whitening, cosmetic dentistry, and more. Looking for an effective way to improve your smile? Our office utilizes Invisalign invisible braces to help straighten your teeth. If you experience tooth pain and need immediate care, we…

    From Summit Dental: Peter Karian, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Westown Dental of Middletown

    818 Kohl Ave, Middletown, DE 19709

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Middletown 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–Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–4 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Westown Dental of MiddletownFull profile(302) 314-3110
    In their words

    Westown Dental of Middletown is a brand new, state of the art dental office that provides dental treatment to patients of any age. We have several general and pediatric dentists available to serve your entire family, we even offer orthodontic/braces and clear aligner options. So we are truly an all in one solution for our patients. Unlike most, dentists in the MOT area, we work with DE Medicaid for children and adults and are in network with most dental insurance providers.

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

  25. #25 Middletown Endodontics

    408 S Ridge Ave, Middletown, DE 19709, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Middletown 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 8:30 AM–4 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–3:30 PM · Wed–Thu 8:30 AM–4 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–2:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Middletown EndodonticsFull profile(302) 643-9978

All 32 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #32, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Pediatric Dentistry of Middletown37
27Premier Comprehensive Dental37
28Anzilotti Orthodontics37
29The Christiana Center For Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery33
30Delaware Center For: Dearing Greg DDS33
31Dr. Gregory J. Dearing, DMD33
32Delaware 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 Middletown's 32 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Middletown

How much do braces cost in Middletown?

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

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

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

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 Middletown braces dentists

We scored 32 Middletown clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 23 were excluded (23 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 Middletown 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 Middletown: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Middletown?

Binnersley Ian Dr ranks #1 of 32 Middletown clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Bright Dental: Family Dentistry 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 Middletown, DE?

Braces in Middletown 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 Delaware. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Middletown do braces?

Yes. None of the 32 Middletown 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 Delaware?

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 Middletown braces dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 32 Middletown clinics offering braces lists Saturday hours, including Delaware Smile Center. 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 Middletown?

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

Update log for Middletown

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 33 clinics.
  2. : 23 duplicate listings merged.

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