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Best Braces Dentists in Salina, KS (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Ahlers Family Dentistry, ranked #1 of 39 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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39 Salina clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 2 open Saturdays and 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 Salina at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Salina at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Ahlers Family Dentistry73
2Great Plains Periodontics & Implant Dentistry73
3Guy Gross, DDS73
4Jett & Koksal Complete Family Dentistry73
5Lincoln Dental Arts73
6Parkwood Family Dental73
7Amanda Rhyne67
8Barth Jason DDS67
9Brian Schaulis DDS67
10Covenant Family Dental Care67

The 39 best braces dentists in Salina, 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.

  6. #6 Parkwood Family Dental

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for braces in Salina 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 Parkwood Family DentalFull profile
    In their words

    The entire team at Parkwood Family Dental in Salina, KS are dedicated to providing you with a pleasant visit and results that you’re proud to show off. Today’s advanced dental treatments and materials can give you a healthier, more complete smile that can last you a lifetime. Parkwood Family Dental can help revitalize and maintain your teeth and gums, giving you the smile you’ve always wanted.

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

  19. #19 Oral Facial & Implant Surgery Salina & Med Spa

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for braces in Salina 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 Oral Facial & Implant Surgery Salina & Med SpaFull profile
    In their words

    Oral Facial and Implant Surgery Salina & Med Spa is led by Dr. Patrick Lucaci and offers innovative restorative and advanced treatments for individuals in the Salina, KS and surrounding areas. We also offer aesthetic injectable services for exceptional cosmetic results. At our state-of-the-art facility, Dr. Lucaci performs wisdom teeth extractions, dental implant surgery, jaw surgery, bone grafting, and treatments for sleep apnea. He also treats patients who have experienced…

    From Oral Facial & Implant Surgery Salina & Med Spa's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 39 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #39, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Salina Family Healthcare Center47Sat
27Compass Medical Provider LLC37
28Fine Art of Family Dentistry37
29Salina Area Technical College37
30Dental Care of Salina: Wells Jason DDS37
31George David L DDS37
32Dr. Cynthia A. Reed, DDS37
33Jill Hellmer Ahlers, DMD, LLC37
34Mo Cynthia DDS37
35John W Adams DDS PA37
36Salina Endodontics, LLC: Ashley J. Young, DDS37
37Dr. Thomas H. Jett, DDS33
38Dr. Michael S. Lundgrin, DDS33
39Complete Family Dentistry33

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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 Salina's 39 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Salina

How much do braces cost in Salina?

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

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

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

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 Salina braces dentists

We scored 39 Salina 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 Salina 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 Salina: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Salina?

Ahlers Family Dentistry ranks #1 of 39 Salina clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Great Plains Periodontics & Implant Dentistry 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 Salina, KS?

Braces in Salina 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 Kansas. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Salina do braces?

Yes. None of the 39 Salina 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 Kansas?

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 Salina braces dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 39 Salina clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Abbick Charles a DDS and Salina Family Healthcare Center. 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 Salina?

39 Salina clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Salina

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 40 clinics.

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