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Best Braces Dentists in Oak Ridge, TN (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Dr. Mark M. Widloski, DDS, ranked #1 of 41 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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41 Oak Ridge 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 Oak Ridge at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Oak Ridge at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dr. Mark M. Widloski, DDS73
2Blair Heidi67
3Danny Adkins, D.D.S67
4David H Childers PC67
5Dinsmore & Williams PLLC67
6Dr Andrew Cheung67
7Dr. Caitlin Callahan67
8Dr. John Pryse,Jr.67
9Dr. Julia Francois67
10Dr. Paul Phillips67

The 41 best braces dentists in Oak Ridge, 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.

  21. #21 Aspen Dental

    445 S Illinois Ave, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in Oak Ridge: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–12:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aspen DentalFull profile(865) 272-2637
    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Oak Ridge,TN 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…

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

  22. #22 GR Birdwell DDS - Family Dental Care

    253 Laboratory Rd A, Oak Ridge, TN 37830

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Oak Ridge 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 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at GR Birdwell DDS - Family Dental CareFull profile(865) 482-5170

  23. #23 Mark J. Wegzyn, DDS

    351 S Illinois Ave, Oak Ridge, TN 37830

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for braces in Oak Ridge 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 Mark J. Wegzyn, DDSFull profile(865) 272-2806
    In their words

    As trained medical professionals, our dedication to maintaining a safe environment through rigorous infection control procedures is at our core. We know that moving forward our commitment to your safety will be even more important. While continuing to meet traditional CDC and OSHA requirements, we are adopting some new, additional protocols. For example, we might wear additional PPE, request you wear a mask to your appointment, or take your temperature upon arrival.

    From Mark J. Wegzyn, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Secret City Dental Care

    351 S Illinois Ave, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Oak Ridge 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 Secret City Dental CareFull profile(865) 272-2806
    In their words

    As trained medical professionals, our dedication to maintaining a safe environment through rigorous infection control procedures is at our core. We know that moving forward our commitment to your safety will be even more important. While continuing to meet traditional CDC and OSHA requirements, we are adopting some new, additional protocols. For example, we might wear additional PPE, request you wear a mask to your appointment, or take your temperature upon arrival.

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

  25. #25 J. David Johnson, DDS

    420 Laboratory Rd, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Oak Ridge 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 7:30 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at J. David Johnson, DDSFull profile(865) 482-1319

All 41 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #41, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26James Muscari37
27East Tennessee Orthodontics37
28John B. Burgess, DDS37
29Elite Dental Care TN37
30Core Dental Health37
31Premier Dental Associates37
32Cosmetic & Restorative Dentistry of Tennessee37
33Cosmetic & Restorative Dentistry of Tennessee - Adam Wohl, DDS37
34Horton James W DMD (family dental care)37
35Lyndon S Hurt DDS Orthodontics37
36Affordable Dentures & Implants33
37Dr. Richard G. Hall, DDS33
38Dr. Dana Rust DDS33
39Dr. Linda Barton, DDS33
40Division Dental33
41Free Medical Clinic of Oak Ridge, LLC33

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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 Oak Ridge's 41 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Oak Ridge

How much do braces cost in Oak Ridge?

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

How much do braces cost in Oak Ridge?
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 Oak Ridge

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 Oak Ridge braces dentists

We scored 41 Oak Ridge 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 Oak Ridge 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 Oak Ridge: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Oak Ridge?

Dr. Mark M. Widloski, DDS ranks #1 of 41 Oak Ridge clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Blair Heidi 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 Oak Ridge, TN?

Braces in Oak Ridge 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 Oak Ridge do braces?

Yes. None of the 41 Oak Ridge 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 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.

How many dentists offer braces in Oak Ridge?

41 Oak Ridge 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 Oak Ridge

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 43 clinics.

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