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Best Braces Dentists in Norfolk, VA (2026)

52 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 5 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for braces: Hatcher & Frey Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 52 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 4.7★ from 67 Google reviews.

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    Best specialist (orthodontist): LWSS Family Dentistry - Norfolk, an orthodontist on staff, 4.7★ from 830 Google reviews.

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52 Norfolk clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 5 list an orthodontist and 4 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 4 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Norfolk at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Norfolk at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)
1Hatcher & Frey Orthodontics74Yes (orthodontist)4.7★ (67)
2Eastern Virginia Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery73——
3ReStore Dental73——
4LWSS Family Dentistry - Norfolk73Yes (orthodontist)4.7★ (830)
5Morrison Dental Group71Yes (orthodontist)4.6★ (239)
6Dr. Bruce Haggerty67——
7Dr. David T. Marshall, DDS67——
8Dr. Ethel M. Miles, DDS67——
9Dr. Ryan Simone67——
10Dr. Stephen Konikoff67——

The 52 best braces dentists in Norfolk, 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.

  24. #24 Eastern Virginia Pediatric Dentistry

    1806 Hampton Blvd, Norfolk, VA 23517

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Norfolk: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 AM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Eastern Virginia Pediatric DentistryFull profile(757) 627-7550
    In their words

    Welcome to Eastern Virginia Pediatric Dentistry, a trusted provider of fun, child-friendly dental care in Norfolk, Virginia. As a pediatric dentistry practice, Dr. Morgan and Dr. Shapiro specialize in providing excellent dental care that is especially suited to the needs of children.

    From Eastern Virginia Pediatric Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Spencer Dental

    5900 E Virginia Beach Blvd, Norfolk, VA 23502, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Norfolk: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Spencer DentalFull profile(757) 978-2177
    In their words

    Spencer Dental serves the local Norfolk, VA community with a friendly and professional dental team to make dental visits simple and stress-free for patients of all ages.We accept most types of insurance and offer convenient payment options. Ask about our Resolution Dental Plan, which can save your family over $1,000 per year in dental needs!

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

All 52 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #52, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Spencer Dental47Sat
27CommuniCare Family Health Center47Evenings
28The Dental Studio of Hampton Roads - Norfolk47Sat
29Dr. Tuggle Family Dentist Group43Evenings
30Vernon E. O'Berry, Jr., DDS & Associates37
31Sunset Family Dentistry37
32Azalea Family Dentistry37
33Larchmont Dental37
34Little Creek Family Dental37
35Norfolk Dental Care37
36Ghent Family Dentistry37
37Leisure Dental37
38Burton Family Dentistry37
39Amadez Dental Family and Cosmetic Dentistry37
40James H. Nottingham D.M.D.37
41Park Place Health and Dental Clinic Inc37
42Foleck Center For Cosmetic33
43Aspen Dental33
44Dr. Marshall S. Bonnie, DDS33
45Eastern Virginia Orthodontics: Holly H Andersen DDS33
46Dental Clinic Sewells Point33
47Partners In Dental Health Halprin33
48ODU Dental Hygiene Care Facility33
49Norfolk Oral Surgery & Implant Center33
50Tidewater Dental Center33
51Konikoff Family Dentistry33
52Scott Orthodontics17

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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.

5 of Norfolk's 52 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Norfolk

How much do braces cost in Norfolk?

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

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

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

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 Norfolk braces dentists

We scored 52 Norfolk 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 Norfolk 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 Norfolk: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Norfolk?

Hatcher & Frey Orthodontics ranks #1 of 52 Norfolk clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 4.7★ from 67 Google reviews. Eastern Virginia Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery 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 Norfolk, VA?

Braces in Norfolk 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 Virginia. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Norfolk do braces?

Yes. 47 of the 52 Norfolk clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 5 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 Virginia?

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 Norfolk braces dentists are open on Saturday?

4 of 52 Norfolk clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including O.V. Medical and Dental Center, Spencer Dental and Spencer Dental. 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 Norfolk?

52 Norfolk clinics list braces in our data. 5 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Hatcher & Frey Orthodontics and LWSS Family Dentistry - Norfolk. 4 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 4 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Norfolk

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 94 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.

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