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Best Braces Dentists in Portsmouth, OH (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: *CLOSED* Dental Center - CAO of Scioto County, ranked #1 of 16 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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16 Portsmouth clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 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 Portsmouth at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Portsmouth at a glance
RankClinicService score
1*CLOSED* Dental Center - CAO of Scioto County67
2Dr. Jerry W. Burleson, DDS67
3Hickman Eric DDS67
4John Loudermilk67
5Kadel James R DDS67
6Moorhead Thomas W DDS67
7Parekh Hickman Orthodontics67
8Phipps Terri67
9Portsmouth Dental Care67
10Portsmouth Family Health67

The 16 best braces dentists in Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth

    #1 *CLOSED* Dental Center - CAO of Scioto County

    1112 Gallia St, Portsmouth, OH 45662, United States

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for braces in Portsmouth 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 *CLOSED* Dental Center - CAO of Scioto CountyFull profile(740) 354-7541

  13. #13 Tracy Murray DDS

    1010 Gallia St, Portsmouth, OH 45662, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for braces in Portsmouth: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–7 PM · Wed closed · Thu 7 AM–2 PM · Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Tracy Murray DDSFull profile(740) 354-3368

  14. #14 Health & Wellness: Community Action Organization of Scioto County, Inc.

    411 2nd St, Portsmouth, OH 45662, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for braces in Portsmouth 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 Health & Wellness: Community Action Organization of Scioto County, Inc.Full profile(740) 351-0880

  15. #15 Amy L. Heim, DDS LLC

    620 Washington St, Portsmouth, OH 45662, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for braces in Portsmouth 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–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Amy L. Heim, DDS LLCFull profile(740) 354-5763

  16. #16 Scioto Smiles Dental Group Dr. Teresa Martin DMD

    4383 Rhodes Ave, Portsmouth, OH 45662

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for braces in Portsmouth 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 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–2 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Scioto Smiles Dental Group Dr. Teresa Martin DMDFull profile(740) 456-1100
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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 Portsmouth's 16 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Portsmouth

How much do braces cost in Portsmouth?

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

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

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

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 Portsmouth braces dentists

We scored 16 Portsmouth clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Portsmouth?

*CLOSED* Dental Center - CAO of Scioto County ranks #1 of 16 Portsmouth clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Jerry W. Burleson, DDS 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 Portsmouth, OH?

Braces in Portsmouth 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 Ohio. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Portsmouth do braces?

Yes. None of the 16 Portsmouth 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 Ohio?

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 Portsmouth?

16 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 17 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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