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Best Braces Dentists in Pekin, IL (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Cusack Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 32 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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32 Pekin clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 3 open Saturdays. None list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 braces dentists in Pekin at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Pekin at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Cusack Orthodontics73
2Miles of Smiles, LTD73
3Brite White Smile67
4Dr. Alan Burge67
5Dr. Gerald W. Stonecipher, DDS67
6Dr. Kristin Miller67
7Dr. Mark E. Glesne, DDS67
8Edwards Robin67
9Jeffrey Stoller67
10Johnson Robert J67

The 32 best braces dentists in Pekin, 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.

  20. #20 UnityPoint Health First Care - Pekin East

    3591 Griffin Ave, Pekin, IL 61554

    53/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–3 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at UnityPoint Health First Care - Pekin EastFull profile(309) 353-6301
    In their words

    As your partner in health, we’re dedicated to making it easier for you to live well—so you can show up for the moments that matter most. To us, people are more than patients. We work together as a team to champion high-quality, low-cost care. Our providers and services span hospitals, clinics and at home settings across Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin. Our presence in metropolitan and rural communities allows us to innovate through partnerships, organizations outside of…

    From UnityPoint Health First Care - Pekin East's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Nizar Merheb MD, DDS, FACS

    3303 Griffin Ave, Pekin, IL 61554

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Pekin: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Nizar Merheb MD, DDS, FACSFull profile(309) 353-4111
    In their words

    Consultations are available to answer any questions you may have. Dr. Merheb will review your health history and discuss the treatment options that are best for you. Our treatment coordinator will also review your insurance benefits and financing options. For your convenience, you may be able to receive treatment the same day as your consultation. After surgery, you will usually have one or more complimentary post-operative appointments to monitor your recovery.

    From Nizar Merheb MD, DDS, FACS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Flynn Orthodontics

    600 S 4th St, Pekin, IL 61554

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Pekin 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 Flynn OrthodonticsFull profile(309) 683-2660
    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 Flynn Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 David S. Kuban, DDS

    1424 Valle Vista Blvd #6224, Pekin, IL 61554, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Pekin 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–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–12 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at David S. Kuban, DDSFull profile(309) 347-4711

All 32 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #32, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Stoller General Dentistry37
27Jennings Family Dentistry37
28Danner Family Dentistry37
29Robert J. Johnson, DMD, PC37
30Vibrant Smiles37
31Midwest Dental33
32Pekin Family Practice33

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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 Pekin's 32 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Pekin

How much do braces cost in Pekin?

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

How much do braces cost in Pekin?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$3,450–$8,050DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
Ceramic braces$4,600–$9,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
Self-ligating braces$4,000–$9,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
Lingual braces$9,200–$13,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—

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

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 Pekin braces dentists

We scored 32 Pekin 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 Pekin 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 Pekin: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Pekin?

Cusack Orthodontics ranks #1 of 32 Pekin clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Miles of Smiles, LTD 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 Pekin, IL?

Braces in Pekin typically costs $3,450–$8,050 USD. By type: metal braces $3,450–$8,050; ceramic braces $4,600–$9,200; self-ligating braces $4,000–$9,200. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Pekin do braces?

Yes. None of the 32 Pekin 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 Illinois?

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 Pekin braces dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 32 Pekin clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including UnityPoint Health First Care - Pekin East, Pekin Animal Hospital and Nizar Merheb MD, DDS, FACS. 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 Pekin?

32 Pekin 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 Pekin

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 33 clinics.

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