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Best Braces Dentists in Portland, ME (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Progressive Dental Care, ranked #1 of 34 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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34 Portland clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 4 open 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 Portland at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Portland at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Progressive Dental Care73
2Alpha Dental Care67
3Dr. Heather Keeling,67
4Dr. James G. Bennas, DMD67
5Dr. Kevin Lukis67
6Dr. Tomothy Towle, DMD67
7Hybrid Dental67
8Prebble street free clinic67
9UNE Dental Hygiene Clinic67
10Portland Dental Health Care & Implant Center47

The 34 best braces dentists in Portland, 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. Ranked #1 for braces in Portland

    #1 Progressive Dental Care

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for braces in Portland 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 Progressive Dental CareFull profile
    In their words

    Cosmetic and Family dental office in South Portland Maine. An exceptional dental experience like no other, where state of the art, modern technology meets old fashioned caring, kindness and fun. Located by the Maine Mall with convenient early appointments available starting at 7:30 am.

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

  10. #10 Portland Dental Health Care & Implant Center

    315 Auburn St, Portland, ME 04103, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for braces in Portland: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Portland Dental Health Care & Implant CenterFull profile(207) 797-5000
    In their words

    Welcome to Portland Dental Health Care & Implant Center. Our doctors are highly trained, experienced, and thoroughly equipped to manage the full range of issues relating to the teeth, mouth, and oro-facial regions. Our doctors practice a nearly unlimited scope of dental procedures with multiple areas of expertise including the complete range of surgical and restorative dental implant services. In addition, Drs. Michelle and Peter are two of a small handful of general…

    From Portland Dental Health Care & Implant Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  12. #12 DeRice Robert A DMD(See Portland North Dental)

    9 Sanborn St, Portland, ME 04103, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for braces in Portland: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–4:30 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–12 PM · Thu 8 AM–4:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at DeRice Robert A DMD(See Portland North Dental)Full profile(207) 878-3100

  13. #13 Aspen Dental

    1200 Brighton Ave, Portland, ME 04102

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for braces in Portland: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aspen DentalFull profile(207) 773-2150
    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Portland,ME 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 environment…

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

  14. #14 Community Dental - Portland

    190 Park Ave, Portland, ME 04102, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for braces in Portland 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 7 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Community Dental - PortlandFull profile(207) 874-1028
    In their words

    Community Dental improves the lives of children and adults in our communities by providing needed, accessible, comprehensive, quality oral health care. Whether it's a higher quality of life for adults, caring for kids or better health for seniors, generations of Mainers have benefited from the dedication and skill of our licensed dentists and hygienists. Comprehensive, quality dental care for Maine residents is our mission and priority.

    From Community Dental - Portland's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  15. #15 Mainely Teeth

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for braces in Portland 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 Mainely TeethFull profile(207) 808-9498
    In their words

    Mainely Teeth’s goal is to bring community access to quality dental care. There's a large gap between private insurance and government-funded insurance. We want to help close this equity gap by breaking down the barriers to oral health care. Mainely Teeth works with our patients to create a plan to achieve overall oral health.

    From Mainely Teeth's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  16. #16 North Deering Dental Associates

    1334 Washington Ave, Portland, ME 04103

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for braces in Portland 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 7 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 7 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at North Deering Dental AssociatesFull profile(207) 797-5834

  17. #17 Shaw Steven S Dr

    163 Pleasant Ave, Portland, ME 04103

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for braces in Portland 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 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Tue–Thu 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Shaw Steven S DrFull profile(207) 773-3794

  22. #22 Maine Dentistry

    15 Middle St Suite A-2, Portland, ME 04101, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Portland 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 closed · Tue–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Maine DentistryFull profile(207) 607-7221
    In their words

    Maine Dentistry has locations in Portland, Auburn and Gray, ME providing expert dental care for all ages. We offer a range of general, cosmetic and implant dental services including same-day dental crowns, root canals, Invisalign, dental veneers, teeth whitening, Myofunctional therapy, TMJ treatment, sleep apnea and more. At Maine Dentistry, Dr. Benjamin Lawlor and his team provide comfort and unparalleled expertise for the whole family. Our Portland location is near the…

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

  23. #23 Drew Rodney Dentistry

    686 Brighton Ave, Portland, ME 04102

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for braces in Portland 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 8 AM–1 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Drew Rodney DentistryFull profile(207) 772-8112
    In their words

    Drew Rodney Dentistry is a family dental office offering general and cosmetic dental services including cleanings, aesthetic and biomimetic fillings, crowns, implant crowns, bridges, whitening trays, full dentures (fixed and removable), partial dentures (cast-metal and flexible), occlusal guards, sport guards, sleep apnea appliances, and non-surgical extractions. Call or visit us online today!

    From Drew Rodney Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 The Dental Loft

    1250 Congress St, Portland, ME 04102

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Portland 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 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at The Dental LoftFull profile(207) 773-2446
    In their words

    From pain-free cleanings and crowns to in-house whitening and Invisalign® orthodontic treatment, Dr. Keeling offers a full range of patient-centered, whole-mouth dental care, as she believes treating the whole patient, not just the problem at hand, is what’s important.

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

  25. #25 Thrive Dental Studio

    191 Marginal Way Suite C, Portland, ME 04101

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Portland 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 10 AM–6 PM · Tue 9 AM–4 PM · Wed 10 AM–6 PM · Thu closed · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Thrive Dental StudioFull profile(207) 305-4200
    In their words

    Our team members are passionate about dentistry, taking outstanding care of those we treat, and giving our patients the utmost respect and attention. Not only do we want you to feel relaxed and at ease when you’re here, but we want you to feel good about your appointment. You might arrive at our office as a patient, but you’ll undoubtedly leave as an important member of the Thrive Dental Studio family. From the moment you step into the Thrive Dental Studio office, you’ll…

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

All 34 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #34, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Portland Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery37
27Dental Wellness of Portland37
28Nuance Dental Specialists37
29Atienza Catalina Y DMD33
30Chebuske & Atienza33
31Molander Dental33
32Southern Maine Oral Surgery33
33UNE Oral Health Center33
34Greater Portland Health - Deering High School33

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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 Portland's 34 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Portland

How much do braces cost in Portland?

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

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

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

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 Portland braces dentists

We scored 34 Portland clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 3 were excluded (3 duplicate listings). 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 Portland 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 Portland: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Portland?

Progressive Dental Care ranks #1 of 34 Portland clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Alpha Dental Care 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 Portland, ME?

Braces in Portland 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 Maine. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Portland do braces?

Yes. None of the 34 Portland 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 Maine?

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 Portland?

34 Portland 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 Portland

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 36 clinics.
  2. : 3 duplicate listings merged.

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