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Best Braces Dentists in Nashville, TN (2026)

71 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 20 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for braces: Brooks & Templeton Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 71 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 99 Google reviews, 7 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

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    Best specialist (orthodontist): Elevation Orthodontics Nashville, an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 252 Google reviews, 1 of 20 collected reviews mentions braces.

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71 Nashville clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 20 list an orthodontist, 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 11 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 18 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Nashville at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Nashville at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning bracesSame-day
1Brooks & Templeton Orthodontics85Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (99)7—
2Elevation Orthodontics Nashville84Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (252)1—
3Braces By Dr. Ruth81Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (1,203)10—
4Avenue South Orthodontics80Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (409)7—
5Smiles Up Dentistry77———Yes
6Hall Orthodontics76Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (236)4—
7Gluck Orthodontics75Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (1,125)1—
8NASH Orthodontics75Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (74)6—
9SmileMaker Orthodontics - East Nashville Orthodontist74Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (284)2—
10McNutt Pediatric Dentistry: Timothy E McNutt, Sr, DDS74Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (376)2—

The 71 best braces dentists in Nashville, 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.

  11. #11 Emergency Dental of Nashville

    15576 Old Hickory Blvd, Nashville, TN 37211

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for braces in Nashville 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 Dental of NashvilleFull profile(615) 279-6911
    In their words

    At Emergency Dental of Nashville, we provide emergency services and general dental care at the convenience of our patients. We know that pain and other dental emergencies cannot wait. Therefore, we specialize in addressing immediate dental needs the same day our patients contact us. We also service general practice patients during hours that are convenient to them, including weekday evening and weekend hours. Come try us out and see how our amazing service works.

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

  12. #12 OMS Nashville - Dental Implants & Oral Surgery

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for braces in Nashville 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 OMS Nashville - Dental Implants & Oral SurgeryFull profile
    In their words

    OMSNashville is a leading provider of oral surgical solutions throughout Middle Tennessee. With eight convenient locations, OMSNashville makes oral healthcare as accessible as possible. At the Springfield location, patients can ensure strong, healthy, confident smiles via dental implants, wisdom teeth removal, and other oral surgery options. OMSNashville has been around since 1988 and offers unparalleled experience, including a combined 75 years of experience shared between…

    From OMS Nashville - Dental Implants & Oral Surgery's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Clinica Dental La Paz

    4057 Nolensville Pk, Nashville, TN 37211

    67/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in Nashville: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun 11 AM–6 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Clinica Dental La PazFull profile(615) 333-1360

All 71 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #71, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Dr. Douglas W. McMillan Cosmetic & Family Dentistry67
27Healthy Smiles Dental Center67
28Middle TN Oral Health Coalition67
29rolin hills dental care67
30Sims Orthodontics67
31the family dentist place67
32Vanderbilt Dental and Oral Surgery Clinic67
33Matt McGee Family and Cosmetic Dentistry664.8★ (204)
34Dental Faith57Evenings · Sat
35Nashville Dental Center47Sat
36Associated Dental Group & Harding Dental Center47Sat
37Mi Plaza Dental-- (Dentista)47Sat
38West Nashville Dental Clinic47Sat
39Harding Dental Center47Sat
40Cornerstone Family Dentistry47Sat
41Stein Dental Care47Sat
4212 South Dental Studio37
43Nashville Dentures & Implants37
44East Nashville Family Dentistry37
45Green Hills Dental Center37
46Tennessee Family Dental Care37
47Nashville Family Dentistry37
48Poff Dental Associates37
49Robert S. Elam, DDS, MAGD37
50West Nashville Dental37
51American Dental Center37
52Donelson Dental Center37
53Harpeth Dental Care37
54Healthy Smiles Dental Center Nashville: Burgess Miguel DDS37
55Nunn Family Dentistry37
56Swang Dental Care37
57Walk In Dental Clinics Inc37
58West Meade Dental37
59Tennessee Family Dental Care - Midtown PLLC37
60Center For Advanced Dentistry37
61Bellevue Dental Care37
62Smith Dental Center37
63Castle Dental & Orthodontics33
64Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry33
65Embassy Dental - Hillsboro Village33
66Gray Dental Care PC33
67Embassy Dental - Donelson33
68West End Smiles33
69Interfaith Dental33
70Richardson Elisha R DDS25
71Southern Orthodontic Partners17

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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.

20 of Nashville's 71 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Nashville

How much do braces cost in Nashville?

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

How much do braces cost in Nashville?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$2,950–$6,850DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee—
Ceramic braces$3,900–$7,850DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee—
Self-ligating braces$3,450–$7,850DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee—
Lingual braces$7,850–$11,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee—

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

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 Nashville braces dentists

We scored 71 Nashville clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 duplicate listings). 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 Nashville 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 Nashville: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Nashville?

Brooks & Templeton Orthodontics ranks #1 of 71 Nashville clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 99 Google reviews. Elevation Orthodontics Nashville 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 Nashville, TN?

Braces in Nashville 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 Tennessee. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Nashville do braces?

Yes. 51 of the 71 Nashville clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 20 list 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 Tennessee?

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 Nashville braces dentists are open on Saturday?

11 of 71 Nashville clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Smiles Up Dentistry, Tend Dental East Nashville and Clinica Dental La Paz. 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 Nashville?

71 Nashville clinics list braces in our data. 20 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Brooks & Templeton Orthodontics and Elevation Orthodontics Nashville. 11 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 18 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Nashville

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 285 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.

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