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Best Braces Dentists in Owatonna, MN (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Bronson Schelling DDS, ranked #1 of 29 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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29 Owatonna clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 3 open Saturdays and 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 Owatonna at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Owatonna at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Bronson Schelling DDS73
2Dresser Family Dentistry73
3Let's Smile, Inc.73
4Wottreng Family Dental73
5Accuquest67
6Brian Peters67
7Dr. Brian S. Burmeister, DDS67
8Dr. Richard Dresser67
9Dr. Robert S. Kess, DDS67
10Dr. Thomas Smith67

The 29 best braces dentists in Owatonna, 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.

  2. #2 Dresser Family Dentistry

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for braces in Owatonna 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 Dresser Family DentistryFull profile
    In their words

    Welcome! Since 1988, Dresser Family Dentistry has been working with patients to provide the best comprehensive dental care for patients in the Owatonna area. Dr. Richard Dresser's 33 years experience in dentistry is coupled with genuine concern for their patients. All our staff is dedicated to your comfort and prompt attention as well. Our goal is to keep your teeth healthy and your smile bright by providing services like fillings, root canals, crowns, sealants, bridges,…

    From Dresser Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  3. #3 Let's Smile, Inc.

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for braces in Owatonna 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 Let's Smile, Inc.Full profile
    In their words

    Let’s Smile, Inc. is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization based in Steele County since 2013. Let’s Smile, Inc.’s services align with the Minnesota Child and Teen Checkup standards. Let’s Smile, Inc.’s purpose is to change lives by improving access to oral health care, increasing oral health literacy, and raising awareness about the importance of oral health’s impact on overall health, especially to those most vulnerable.

    From Let's Smile, Inc.'s own description. Not part of the ranking.

  19. #19 Mayo Clinic Health System - Owatonna Southview Building

    134 Southview St, Owatonna, MN 55060, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for braces in Owatonna: Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–5 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Mayo Clinic Health System - Owatonna Southview BuildingFull profile(507) 451-1120
    In their words

    Call your primary care provider or the Mayo Clinic COVID-19 Nurse Line (507-293-9525) to be screened for a COVID-19 test. If you have life-threatening COVID-19 symptoms, such as trouble breathing, chest pain or pressure, confusion, or blue lips and/or face, call 911 or visit the closest emergency room.

    From Mayo Clinic Health System - Owatonna Southview Building's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 Mayo Clinic Health System

    2200 NW 26th St, Owatonna, MN 55060

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for braces in Owatonna: Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun 10 AM–12 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Mayo Clinic Health SystemFull profile(507) 451-1120
    In their words

    As a leader in community healthcare, Mayo Clinic Health System in Owatonna is the best choice for patients seeking care for everyday and specialty needs. Our approach to personalized care and our variety of digital care options, brings the knowledge and expertise of Mayo Clinic to Owatonna and surrounding areas to ensure our patients receive world-class health care close to home. Patients have access to a full spectrum of care options, with medical and surgical services and…

    From Mayo Clinic Health System's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Dakota Valley Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

    155 28th St NE, Owatonna, MN 55060

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Owatonna 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–4:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dakota Valley Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryFull profile(651) 452-6933

  24. #24 Smith Dental Care, P.A.

    209 E Main St Unit #B, Owatonna, MN 55060, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Owatonna 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–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 7 AM–2 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Smith Dental Care, P.A.Full profile(507) 455-1641
    In their words

    Dr. Smith is a highly skilled General Dentist with a strong background in all incorporated disciplines of study; taking special clinical interests in cosmetic dentistry, endodontics, and implant restoration cases. He is dedicated to providing high quality, complete cosmetic and restorative care. Dr. Smith ensures individualized attention, while possessing the ability to empathize with patients of all ages and demographics. He is committed to educating patients to understand…

    From Smith Dental Care, P.A.'s own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 29 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #29, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Park Dental Owatonna37
27Owatonna Endodontics, PLLC37
28Owatonna Dental Care33
29Aspen Dental33

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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 Owatonna's 29 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Owatonna

How much do braces cost in Owatonna?

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

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

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

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 Owatonna braces dentists

We scored 29 Owatonna 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 Owatonna 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 Owatonna: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Owatonna?

Bronson Schelling DDS ranks #1 of 29 Owatonna clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Dresser Family Dentistry 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 Owatonna, MN?

Braces in Owatonna 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 Minnesota. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Owatonna do braces?

Yes. None of the 29 Owatonna 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 Minnesota?

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 Owatonna braces dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 29 Owatonna clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Free Clinic of Steele County, Mayo Clinic Health System - Owatonna Southview Building and Mayo Clinic Health System. 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 Owatonna?

29 Owatonna clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Owatonna

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 33 clinics.

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