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Best Braces Dentists in Ottawa, ON (2026)

108 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 47 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for braces: Dr. Jordan Pettigrew & Associates, ranked #1 of 108 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 659 Google reviews, evening hours and Saturday hours.

  2. 2

    Best specialist (orthodontist): Smyth Dental Centre, an orthodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 908 Google reviews, evening hours.

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108 Ottawa clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 47 list an orthodontist, 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 18 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 46 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Ottawa at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Ottawa at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Dr. Jordan Pettigrew & Associates81Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (659)—
2Smyth Dental Centre80Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (908)—
3Braces Haven79Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (197)10
4East Ottawa Dental78Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (515)—
5Bytown Orthodontics78Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (246)5
6Robertson Family Dentistry77Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (127)—
7Orleans Queensway Dental77Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (324)—
8Braceology Orthodontics77Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (149)3
9Toothworks Kilborn Dental Centre76Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (337)—
10Say Cheese Dentistry75Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (698)—

The 108 best braces dentists in Ottawa, 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.

  1. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for braces in Ottawa 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

    In their words

    We offer an extensive range of services from routine tooth cleaning to complete smile makeovers and dental implants. Using the latest in dental technologies including Laser, CAD CAM and Smile Infinity veneers technology in a comfortable, state-of-the-art environment. Our team includes dentists of all specialties: Laser dentistry, Cosmetic dentistry , Oral Surgery , Oral Pathology, Endodontics, Laser Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics, Periodontics, Prosthodontics and…

    From Ferrari Dental Clinic By Smile Infinity®'s own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for braces in Ottawa 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

    In their words

    Our clinic was established in 1977 by Professor Hani Khoury and his son Dr. Jeff Khoury. We are one of the first clinics to place dental implants in Lebanon (since 1990). We provide all kind of treatments such as: 3D digital impression, cleaning, whitening, ceramic veneers, surgeries, root canal, orthodontics, implants, wisdom teeth removal, gum disease treatment, gum surgeries, bone grafting. Our team of six specialized dentists are dedicated to providing you with the most…

    From Khoury Dental Clinic| Since 1977 | Beirut Lebanon's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for braces in Ottawa 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

    In their words

    Dr. Doumit practices dentistry with passion and excellence since graduating with honour in 2000 from University of Montreal. She is a downtown dentist who has undergone extensive training in order to provide her patients with the latest treatment, techniques and technology in preventive, general, dental implant, gum rejuvenation ,advanced and reconstructive cosmetic dentistry.

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

All 108 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #108, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Smile Society Dentistry735.0★ (190)
27Dentocare Dental | Emergency Dentist in Ottawa, Ontario724.9★ (223)
28Dentistry on Bank Ottawa724.8★ (432)
29Ottawa West Orthodontics724.8★ (126)
30O'Connor Dental Health - Ottawa Dentist725.0★ (171)
31Smile Care Dental Centre724.6★ (119)Evenings · Sat
32ORTHODONTIST—B Altshuller Dentistry Professional Corporation (Orthodontic Specialist-Orthodontist)724.3★ (22)
33Cityview Family Dental Ottawa714.9★ (220)
34Manor Park Dental - Ottawa714.9★ (278)
35Ottawa Downtown Dentist714.8★ (360)
36Connexion Dental Care Group704.5★ (414)Evenings
37Allen Orthodontics704.4★ (39)
38Stars Orthodontics704.8★ (188)
39Orleans Orthodontics704.1★ (78)
40Alinea Dental704.3★ (198)Sat
41Centertown Orthodontics703.5★ (31)
42Serene Yu Dentistry Nepean704.9★ (140)
43Riverside Family Dentistry694.7★ (119)
44Greenbank Hunt Club Dental684.7★ (189)
45Smiles on Sparks684.5★ (196)
46Metropolitan Dental685.0★ (49)
47Constitution Dental - Ottawa684.7★ (234)
48Dr. Andrea Picard | Invisible Braces683.9★ (16)
49Singhal Dentistry674.4★ (76)Evenings
50BluSky Dental - Richardson674.7★ (158)
51Dental Clinic67
52Dr JP Kalouche (Beirut Dental Clinic) - Verdun67
53Heron Park Dental67
54Place De Ville Dental Centre67
55Top Emergency Dental67
56Singhal Dentistry at Lyon and Glebe664.9★ (31)Evenings
57Kanata Orthodontics644.5★ (32)
58Triadent Dental Clinic Ottawa635.0★ (22)
59Billings Bridge Dental Centre57Evenings · Sat
60Rideau Dental Centre57Evenings · Sat
61Bayshore Dental Centre57Sat · Sun
62Lansdowne Dental57Evenings · Sat
63Hunt Club Dental Centre57Evenings · Sat
64Upper Hunt Club Dental Centre57Evenings · Sat
65Trillium Dental50
66Carlingwood Dental Centre47Evenings
67150 Elgin Dental47Sat
68Baseline Dental Centre47Evenings
69Baseline Family Dental Care47Evenings
70Rockcliffe Dental and Denture Centre47Evenings
71St. Laurent Dental Centre47Evenings
72River Dental47Evenings
73Panorama Dental Care47Evenings
74Sparks Dental Clinic47Evenings
75Riverside Dental Clinic47Sat
76Capital Dental Centre47Evenings
77BRITANNIA DENTAL CENTRE47Evenings
78Westboro Dental Clinic: Dr Kate Mahallati47Evenings
79Family Dental Care - Ottawa South - Emergency Dental Services43Sat
80Glebe Dental Centre43Evenings
81Canadian Dental Association43Sat
82The Downtown Dental Clinic37
83Gilmour Dental Centre37
84Ottawa West Dental37
85Parkdale Dental Centre37
86Pretoria Bridge Dental37
87Kent Dental Clinic37
88Metcalfe Street Dental37
89Bonavista Dental Centre37
90Dr. El Deeb Family Dental37
91UOttawa - Dental Clinic - Clinique Dentaire37
92Bank Street Dentistry37
93Besserer Dental Centre37
94Dentistry @ Bank Street Professional Centre37
95Ottawa Dentistry37
96Kent Street Dental Centre37
97Clyde Dental Centre37
98Judith Cope DDS37
99Sandy Hill Dental Centre37
100Parliament Dental - Downtown Ottawa Dental clinic37
101Skyline Dental Associates37
102Fairlawn Dental Centre37
103Somerset Dental Centre37
104Apple's Dental Central37
105Holland Cross Dental Centre33
106Family Dental Care - Ottawa - Emergency Dental Clinic Ottawa33
107Ottawa Dental Clinic33
108Braces on Russell17

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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.

47 of Ottawa's 108 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Ottawa

How much do braces cost in Ottawa?

Typical ranges in CAD for Ottawa, ON. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do braces cost in Ottawa?
TypeTypical range (CAD)BasisAs of
Metal bracesCA$4,050–CA$9,450DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario—
Ceramic bracesCA$5,400–CA$10,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario—
Self-ligating bracesCA$4,750–CA$10,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario—
Lingual bracesCA$10,800–CA$16,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario—

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

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 Ottawa braces dentists

We scored 108 Ottawa 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 Ottawa 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 Ottawa: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Ottawa?

Dr. Jordan Pettigrew & Associates ranks #1 of 108 Ottawa clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 4.9★ from 659 Google reviews. Smyth Dental Centre 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 Ottawa, ON?

Braces in Ottawa typically costs CA$4,050–CA$9,450 CAD. By type: metal braces CA$4,050–CA$9,450; ceramic braces CA$5,400–CA$10,800; self-ligating braces CA$4,750–CA$10,800. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Ottawa do braces?

Yes. 61 of the 108 Ottawa clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 47 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 CDCP or insurance in Ontario?

The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) covers orthodontics only in limited, medically necessary cases, and preauthorization is typically required. Many private plans cover part of braces for children. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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 Ottawa braces dentists are open on Saturday?

18 of 108 Ottawa clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Dr. Jordan Pettigrew & Associates, Robertson Family Dentistry and Toothworks Kilborn Dental Centre. 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 Ottawa?

108 Ottawa clinics list braces in our data. 47 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Dr. Jordan Pettigrew & Associates and Smyth Dental Centre. 1 lists sedation options. 18 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 46 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Ottawa

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 345 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.