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Best Braces Dentists in Murray, KY (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Dr. James R. Wells III, DMD, ranked #1 of 14 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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14 Murray clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens 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 Murray at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Murray at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dr. James R. Wells III, DMD73
2Bumpus Lisa67
3Christian Duncan67
4Dr. Charles Tritle67
5Dr. Randall K. Taylor, DMD67
6Farmer Steven E DDS67
7Fitch David G DDS67
8Oakley George C DDS67
9Overby Marla67
10Aspen Dental43

The 14 best braces dentists in Murray, 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.

  10. #10 Aspen Dental

    509 N 12th St Ste B, Murray, KY 42071

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for braces in Murray: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 7 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aspen DentalFull profile(270) 226-7666
    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Murray,KY offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care environment…

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

  11. #11 Elevation Dentistry

    1710 Hwy 121 Bypass North, Suite B, Murray, KY 42071, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for braces in Murray 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–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–1 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Elevation DentistryFull profile(270) 753-1000

  12. #12 Brad Robertson DMD

    1710 Highway 121 Bypass N, Suite A, Murray, KY 42071, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for braces in Murray 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–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Brad Robertson DMDFull profile(270) 753-9479

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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 Murray's 14 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Murray

How much do braces cost in Murray?

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

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

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

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 Murray braces dentists

We scored 14 Murray 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 Murray 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 Murray: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Murray?

Dr. James R. Wells III, DMD ranks #1 of 14 Murray clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Bumpus Lisa 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 Murray, KY?

Braces in Murray 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 Kentucky. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Murray do braces?

Yes. None of the 14 Murray 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 Kentucky?

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.

How many dentists offer braces in Murray?

14 Murray clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Murray

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 14 clinics.

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