3 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 3 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →
Best overall for braces: Red Leaf Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 3 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 189 Google reviews, 7 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.
Best specialist (orthodontist): Wright Pediatric Dentistry, an orthodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 672 Google reviews.
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3 Ooltewah clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 3 list an orthodontist.
| Rank | Clinic | Service score | Specialist on staff | Rating (reviews) | Reviews mentioning braces |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Red Leaf Orthodontics | 78 | Yes (orthodontist) | 5.0★ (189) | 7 |
| 2 | Wright Pediatric Dentistry | 76 | Yes (orthodontist) | 4.9★ (672) | — |
| 3 | Smile Doctors Orthodontics - Ooltewah | 75 | Yes (orthodontist) | 4.8★ (216) | 4 |
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.
Ranked #1 for braces in Ooltewah
8200 Apison Pike Ste 204, Ooltewah, TN 37363
Ranked #1 for braces in Ooltewah: an orthodontist on staff; 5.0★ from 189 Google reviews.
8202 Apison Pike Ste 202, Ooltewah, TN 37363
Ranked #2 for braces in Ooltewah: an orthodontist on staff; 4.9★ from 672 Google reviews.
5913 Main St #103, Ooltewah, TN 37363
Ranked #3 for braces in Ooltewah: an orthodontist on staff; 4.8★ from 216 Google reviews.
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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.
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.
3 of Ooltewah's 3 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Ooltewah
Typical ranges in USD for Ooltewah, TN. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.
| Type | Typical range (USD) | Basis | As of |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | $2,950–$6,850 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee | — |
| Ceramic braces | $3,900–$7,850 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee | — |
| Self-ligating braces | $3,450–$7,850 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee | — |
| Lingual braces | $7,850–$11,800 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee | — |
Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full braces cost guide for Ooltewah
Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.
| Fact | Typically |
|---|---|
| Typical visits | A consultation, a fitting visit, then adjustments every 4–8 weeks |
| Chair time | About 1–2 hours to fit; adjustments take 15–30 minutes |
| Recovery | Soreness for a few days after fitting and after adjustments |
| When to see a specialist | Most braces cases, and always for jaw growth issues, severe crowding or bite problems |
We scored 3 Ooltewah clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.
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| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Ooltewah data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 45% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Review volume | 15% | log10(review count) against the city maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews in the last 12 months | Measured |
| Access | 15% | Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patients | Measured |
| Services | 10% | Services offered out of 17 | Measured |
| Profile completeness | 5% | Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photos | Measured |