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Best Braces Dentists in Missoula, MT (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Cornerstone Dental Missoula, ranked #1 of 46 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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46 Missoula clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 2 open Saturdays and 2 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 Missoula at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Missoula at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Cornerstone Dental Missoula73
2Dental Care of Montana73
3Dr Curtis Skillestad DDS Missoula Dentist73
4Meng Dentistry73
5Missoula General Dentistry - Dr. Terri Kinnee, DDS73
6Dr. Cyrus Larson67
7Dr. Matthew L. Heaphy, DDS67
8Dr. N. Micah Dyment67
9Dr. Richard E. Moore, DDS67
10Grover Alison E DDS67

The 46 best braces dentists in Missoula, 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 Missoula

    #1 Cornerstone Dental Missoula

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for braces in Missoula 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 Cornerstone Dental MissoulaFull profile
    In their words

    Welcome to Cornerstone Dental Missoula, your new home for healthy smiles! Our practice offers several dental services including general and preventative dentistry, teeth whitening, same day dental crowns, periodontal treatment, tooth-colored fillings, and dental implants. We also offer emergency dental appointments and digital x-rays. Get to know us and contact us to book an appointment!

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

  4. #4 Meng Dentistry

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for braces in Missoula 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 Meng DentistryFull profile
    In their words

    We provide a full range of prosthodontic and general dental care. Our office is committed to excellence, and our services include general exams and cleanings through comprehensive implant, restorative, and prosthodontic care, including crowns, bridges, dental implants, veneers, dentures, and implant supported dentures.

    From Meng Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  15. #15 Missoula Oral Surgery

    3020 S Reserve St C, Missoula, MT 59801, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for braces in Missoula 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–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Missoula Oral SurgeryFull profile(406) 541-2180

  16. #16 Partnership Health Center

    401 Railroad St W, Missoula, MT 59802

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for braces in Missoula 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 AM–6 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Partnership Health CenterFull profile(406) 258-4789
    In their words

    Partnership Health Center is a non-profit Federally Qualified Health Center which provides medical, dental, and behavioral health care along with a full-service pharmacy in our main clinic on W Railroad Street. We have multiple different locations across Missoula County to enhance your access to care, and nobody will be turned away due to inability to pay. All are welcome at PHC. Please call our main line at (406) 258-4789 with any questions or to set up an appointment.

    From Partnership Health Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  17. #17 3 Rivers Pediatric Dentistry

    2680 Washburn St, Missoula, MT 59801

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for braces in Missoula 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 3 Rivers Pediatric DentistryFull profile(406) 393-3773
    In their words

    Missoula Montana, Pediatric Dentist, Children's Dentist, Kids Dentist: 3 Rivers Pediatric Dentistry strives to provide exceptional dental care to infants, children, teens, and those with special needs. We view every patient as an individual and partner with families to care for their specific needs and promote a lifetime of strong oral health. 3 Rivers Pediatric Dentistry works to treat all patients with compassion and respect in a fun, educational, and kid-centered…

    From 3 Rivers Pediatric Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 Meadowlark Dental Care

    628 South Ave W #2, Missoula, MT 59801, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for braces in Missoula 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 Meadowlark Dental CareFull profile(406) 543-0300
    In their words

    WHERE IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU. Welcome to Meadowlark Dental Care. Come in and experience the difference Meadowlark Dental Care can make for you. Our amazing team will work to meet all of your dental needs. Our job is to help you have a healthy, beautiful smile, and make you feel confident throughout all your treatment needs. We look forward to meeting you.

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

  21. #21 Miltko Family Dentistry

    1550 South Ave W, Missoula, MT 59801, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in Missoula 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 Miltko Family DentistryFull profile(406) 721-1550

  22. #22 Dr. Joseph C. Meng, DDS

    2315 McDonald Ave Suite #310, Missoula, MT 59801, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Missoula 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–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Joseph C. Meng, DDSFull profile(406) 543-5647

  23. #23 Roth Family Dentistry

    725 SW Higgins Ave, Missoula, MT 59803, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for braces in Missoula 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 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Roth Family DentistryFull profile
    In their words

    Dr. Kathy Schroeder Roth has a large general dental practice in Missoula. She moved to Montana about 23 years ago. In Montana, over the years, Dr. Roth has been very involved in the Missoula community with various fundraising efforts for various hospital, community arts and educational efforts. She has been a great supporter of the University of Montana, and Community Hospital.

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

  24. #24 Discovery Dental Group

    2825 Connery Way, Missoula, MT 59808

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Missoula 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–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Discovery Dental GroupFull profile(406) 549-5861

  25. #25 Dr. Joshua Green, DDS

    2825 Connery Way, Missoula, MT 59808, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Missoula 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–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Joshua Green, DDSFull profile(406) 549-5861

All 46 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #46, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Oral Surgical Associates37
27Bitterroot Dental37
28Greg Zlock Dentistry D.M.D37
29Jensen Dental, Dr. Hank Jensen37
30Montana Dental Arts37
31Olsen & Peters Dental Group, Jason Olsen, DDS PC and Noah Peters, DDS37
32Neighborhood Dental37
33Delaney Robert M DDS37
34Diggs Dental Care, PLLC37
35Dr. Scott D. Erler, DDS37
36Big Sky Denture Center37
37North West Denture Center37
38Jill K. Frazier, DDS PC : Missoula Dental Arts37
39Dr. Ryan K. Huckeby, DMD33
40Alpine Oral and Facial Surgery33
41Dr. George M. Olsen, DDS33
42Felton Dental Care - Dr. Brett R. Felton, DMD33
43Helms Family Dental Practice33
44Smile Missoula33
45Soren Loftus, DDS33
46Shelby Dental Family Dentistry: Davis James DDS33

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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 Missoula's 46 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Missoula

How much do braces cost in Missoula?

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

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

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

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 Missoula braces dentists

We scored 46 Missoula 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 Missoula 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 Missoula: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Missoula?

Cornerstone Dental Missoula ranks #1 of 46 Missoula clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Dental Care of Montana 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 Missoula, MT?

Braces in Missoula 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 Montana. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Missoula do braces?

Yes. None of the 46 Missoula 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 Montana?

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 Missoula braces dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 46 Missoula clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Annette Dusseau, DDS, MAGD, ABGD, FACD, FICD and Kate Diggs, DDS. 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 Missoula?

46 Missoula clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Missoula

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 48 clinics.

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