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Best Braces Dentists in Rockledge, FL (2026)

34 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 2 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for braces: Central Florida Orthodontic Specialists, ranked #1 of 34 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 4.8★ from 142 Google reviews, 4 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

  2. 2

    Best specialist (orthodontist): Valderrama Orthodontics Rockledge, an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 90 Google reviews, 1 of 20 collected reviews mentions braces.

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34 Rockledge clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 2 list an orthodontist and 3 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Rockledge at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Rockledge at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Central Florida Orthodontic Specialists77Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (142)4
2Valderrama Orthodontics Rockledge74Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (90)1
3Cedric C Chenet DDS PA73———
4John Panzek Dds73———
5Merritt Island Center for Dentistry - Dr. Dieter Burr73———
6Rockledge Annex73———
7Barton Dental Group67———
8Carmody dentist67———
9Dental Clinic67———
10Kaitlin Donovan67———

The 34 best braces dentists in Rockledge, 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.

  3. #3 Cedric C Chenet DDS PA

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for braces in Rockledge 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 Cedric C Chenet DDS PAFull profile
    In their words

    Dr. Chenet provides superior dental care, keeping an eye on the latest advancements in dentistry while still maintaining traditional service values. Its a fine balance -- but its one families and individuals in Melbourne, FL trust. Turn to our team for excellence in cosmetic, general, and restorative dentistry today!

    From Cedric C Chenet DDS PA's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  5. #5 Merritt Island Center for Dentistry - Dr. Dieter Burr

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for braces in Rockledge 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 Merritt Island Center for Dentistry - Dr. Dieter BurrFull profile
    In their words

    Merritt Island Center for Dentistry is a leading dental practice in Merritt Island, FL. They offer both surgical and nonsurgical dental procedures such as dental implants, dentures, Invisalign, and bad breath therapy. They are lead by Dieter Burr who is a highly trained doctor of dental medicine. He specializes in general and cosmetic dental procedures for men, women, and children. He is known for his outstanding results and compassionate manner. Together, he and his team…

    From Merritt Island Center for Dentistry - Dr. Dieter Burr's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  14. #14 Dr. Jason Wetmore, DMD Sedation Dentist

    817 Westport Dr Suite 1, Rockledge, FL 32955, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for braces in Rockledge: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Jason Wetmore, DMD Sedation DentistFull profile(321) 433-1141

  15. #15 Ocean Breeze Dental

    817 Westport Dr, Rockledge, FL 32955

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for braces in Rockledge: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–8 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Ocean Breeze DentalFull profile(321) 433-1141
    In their words

    Drs. Jason Wetmore DMD, and Mariana Al Nasser DMD, invite you and your family to experience the highest quality dental care, utilizing the most advanced and up to date techniques in a relaxing and peaceful atmosphere. The doctors pride themselves in caring for the patients’ needs first and foremost. Whether you have a dental emergency, need a tooth extracted, a white filling, porcelain crown, dental implant, root canal, or a denture, we are the office to call home. Dr.

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

  17. #17 Dr. Mary L. Kalimnios, DMD

    817 Westport Dr Suite 1, Rockledge, FL 32955

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for braces in Rockledge: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–8 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Mary L. Kalimnios, DMDFull profile(321) 433-1141

  18. #18 Smile Design & Wellness Center

    5445 Village Dr Suite 100, Rockledge, FL 32955, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for braces in Rockledge 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 AM–5 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 7 AM–3 PM · Thu–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Smile Design & Wellness CenterFull profile(321) 751-7775
    In their words

    Smile Design & Wellness Center is an Innovative, Comprehensive, Biological Dental practice located in Viera, Florida. We pride ourselves in working as a team to provide exceptional dental treatment in a warm and caring environment. We are very skilled in holistic and biological dentistry and provide safe mercury removal and the nonmetallic restorative options. We are part of the ¼ of 1% of Dentists in the United States trained in safe mercury removal.

    From Smile Design & Wellness Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  19. #19 Cassandra S. Redifer, DMD

    1930 Viera Blvd, Rockledge, FL 32955, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for braces in Rockledge 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 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Cassandra S. Redifer, DMDFull profile(321) 428-0866
    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 Cassandra S. Redifer, DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 Dental Care of Viera East

    1930 Viera Blvd, Rockledge, FL 32955

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for braces in Rockledge 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 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dental Care of Viera EastFull profile(321) 428-0866
    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 Dental Care of Viera East's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Rockledge Dental

    1950 Rockledge Blvd Suite 207, Rockledge, FL 32955, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in Rockledge 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 Rockledge DentalFull profile(321) 252-0825
    In their words

    Since 2008, our multi-specialty practice has provided families with high-quality dental care and attentive, personal service. Our dentists in Rockledge offer a number of dental specialties, including general and cosmetic dentistry, endodontics, orthodontics, and sedation dentistry for adults, and children from the age of 10. By providing a wide range of services for all ages, all in one local dentist office, our practice has earned a reputation as a convenient full-service…

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

  22. #22 Stadium Family Dentistry

    5364 Stadium Pkwy, Rockledge, FL 32955

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Rockledge 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–Fri 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Stadium Family DentistryFull profile(321) 299-0029
    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 Stadium Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Sundance Family Dentistry

    5380 Stadium Pkwy Suite 119, Rockledge, FL 32955

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for braces in Rockledge 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 Sundance Family DentistryFull profile(321) 837-3700

  24. #24 Serenity Family Dentistry

    3650 Murrell Rd #124, Rockledge, FL 32955

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Rockledge 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–3 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Serenity Family DentistryFull profile(321) 639-7400

  25. #25 Rob Brown, DDS

    5445 Village Dr #100, Rockledge, FL 32955

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Rockledge 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 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 7 AM–3 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Rob Brown, DDSFull profile(321) 751-7775

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
26Signature Smile Family Dentistry37
27Sunflower Dental Spa37
28Rockledge Dental Arts37
29Ronald Kohlbrand, DDS37
30C Lee Stewart, DMD37
31Erin J Carmody DMD37
32Premier Walk-In Dental - Dr. Sowmya Kumar DMD37
33Chris Edwards, DDS33
34Paul Christianson DDS: Suntree 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.

2 of Rockledge's 34 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Rockledge

How much do braces cost in Rockledge?

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

How much do braces cost in Rockledge?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$3,250–$7,550DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida—
Ceramic braces$4,300–$8,650DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida—
Self-ligating braces$3,800–$8,650DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida—
Lingual braces$8,650–$13,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida—

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

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 Rockledge braces dentists

We scored 34 Rockledge 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). 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 Rockledge 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 Rockledge: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Rockledge?

Central Florida Orthodontic Specialists ranks #1 of 34 Rockledge clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 4.8★ from 142 Google reviews. Valderrama Orthodontics Rockledge 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 Rockledge, FL?

Braces in Rockledge typically costs $3,240–$7,560 USD. By type: metal braces $3,250–$7,550; ceramic braces $4,300–$8,650; self-ligating braces $3,800–$8,650. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Rockledge do braces?

Yes. 32 of the 34 Rockledge clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 2 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 insurance or Medicaid in Florida?

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 Rockledge braces dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 34 Rockledge clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Brevard Family Walk In Clinic, Dr. Jason Wetmore, DMD Sedation Dentist and Brevard Health Alliance. 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 Rockledge?

34 Rockledge clinics list braces in our data. 2 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Central Florida Orthodontic Specialists and Valderrama Orthodontics Rockledge. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Rockledge

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 42 clinics.
  2. : 3 duplicate listings merged.

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