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Best Braces Dentists in Saginaw, MI (2026)

52 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 3 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for braces: Resler Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 52 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 423 Google reviews, 4 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

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    Best specialist (orthodontist): White Orthodontics, an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 696 Google reviews, 3 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

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

Top 10 braces dentists in Saginaw at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Saginaw at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Resler Orthodontics79Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (423)4
2White Orthodontics78Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (696)3
3Great Lake Bay Health Center Mobile Dental 1, 2 & 373———
4Great Lakes Bay Health Center Administrative Building73———
5Patrick T Ruth DDS PLLC73———
6Saginaw Dental Excellence: Robert A Hyland DDS73———
7MI Smile Journey by Thomas Orthodontics - Saginaw72Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (1,015)—
8All Smiles Dental67———
9Charles F Lydy PC: Chapman Kelly67———
10Dental Implant Center67———

The 52 best braces dentists in Saginaw, 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.

  4. #4 Great Lakes Bay Health Center Administrative Building

    501 Lapeer Ave, Saginaw, MI 48602

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for braces in Saginaw 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 Great Lakes Bay Health Center Administrative BuildingFull profile(989) 759-6400
    In their words

    At Great Lakes Bay Health Centers, we believe that everyone deserves access to quality healthcare. We put that belief into action at our health centers throughout Michigan. Nobody will be turned away based on their ability to pay. Overseen by a non-profit board that includes both community leaders and patients, each of our locations is a federally qualified community health center that strives to serve people from all backgrounds.

    From Great Lakes Bay Health Center Administrative Building's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  5. #5 Patrick T Ruth DDS PLLC

    4400 Fashion Square Blvd, Saginaw, MI 48603, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for braces in Saginaw 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 Patrick T Ruth DDS PLLCFull profile(989) 790-3489
    In their words

    Take care of your smile in comfort with Robert F. Sonntag D.D.S. & Patrick T. Ruth D.D.S. Our dental office provides gentle and personalized care to all our patients. The doctors and staff proudly Inform Before Performing a proudly spoken by all of our friendly staff. We are honored to state that we hold our office staff, their equipment, and our dental procedures to the highest standards.

    From Patrick T Ruth DDS PLLC's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Mary Anderson

    2685 Tittabawassee Rd, Saginaw, MI 48604, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in Saginaw: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Mary AndersonFull profile(989) 755-6600
    In their words

    Mary Anderson practices in Saginaw, MI for Aspen Dental. With years of valuable dental experience, Mary Anderson and the rest of the Aspen Dental team are proud to offer services like dentures, gum diseases, root canals, crowns, and bridges with the best lab technicians. To see a dentist near you book online or call anytime Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. We are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and…

    From Mary Anderson's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Paul W Allen DDS of Saginaw

    6300 State St #3, Saginaw, MI 48603

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Saginaw: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Paul W Allen DDS of SaginawFull profile(989) 799-2870
    In their words

    Paul W. Allen, DDS Dr. Paul Allen began his journey of dentistry by getting his Doctor of Dental Surgery at the University of Michigan Dental School. Now, he regularly participates in continuing education to stay on top of the latest technology and dental treatments. Dr. Allen runs his practice on the thought that every patient deserves the best. With continuing education, Dr. Allen ensures that all patients receive multiple treatment options with better results. He also…

    From Paul W Allen DDS of Saginaw's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Aspen Dental

    2685 Tittabawassee Rd, Saginaw, MI 48604

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Saginaw: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aspen DentalFull profile(989) 755-6600
    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Saginaw,MI 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.

All 52 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #52, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Donald J Sabourin P Llc: Sabourin Donald J DDS43Evenings
27Great Lakes Family Dental Group - Saginaw37
28Greater Michigan Oral Surgeons & Dental Implant Center37
29Just A Smile Away Dental37
30Dr. William H. Richter, DDS37
31Dr. Robert W. Cady, DDS37
32Michael A. Davis II, DDS, PLC37
33My Community Dental Centers ~ Saginaw37
34Eric Heim Dental37
35Family Dental Center - Dr. Gina Meylan37
36Jennifer Schau DDS37
37Joseph P. Zolinski, DDS PC37
38Todd A. Marino DDS, PLC37
39Veera Family Dentistry37
40Nicole M. Paxson, DDS37
41Mead Family Dental37
42Shattuck Dental Care - Lavender Dental of Saginaw37
43Ashly Bailey DDS37
44My Forever Smile - Saginaw37
45Great Lakes Bay Pediatric Dentistry PLC - Whitney M. Yahn, DDS, MS37
46Jack W Nash DDS PC37
47Zand Family Dental37
48Henning Woodbury & Howard PC33
49Zwingman David R DDS33
50Bentoski Jessica R DDS33
51Weiss Randall G DDS33
52Richard C Trudo PC33

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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.

3 of Saginaw's 52 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Saginaw

How much do braces cost in Saginaw?

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

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

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

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 Saginaw braces dentists

We scored 52 Saginaw clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Saginaw 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 Saginaw: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Saginaw?

Resler Orthodontics ranks #1 of 52 Saginaw clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 423 Google reviews. White Orthodontics 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 Saginaw, MI?

Braces in Saginaw 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 Michigan. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Saginaw do braces?

Yes. 49 of the 52 Saginaw clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 3 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 Michigan?

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 Saginaw braces dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 52 Saginaw clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Destiny Dental - Saginaw, Aspen Dental and Dental Dreams - Saginaw. 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 Saginaw?

52 Saginaw clinics list braces in our data. 3 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Resler Orthodontics and White Orthodontics. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Saginaw

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 72 clinics.

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