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Best Braces Dentists in San Marcos, TX (2026)

46 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for braces: Dr. Jamshaid A. Khan, DDS, ranked #1 of 46 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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46 San Marcos clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 2 open Saturdays. None list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 braces dentists in San Marcos at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in San Marcos at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dr. Jamshaid A. Khan, DDS73
2Martinez Josefina DDS73
3Petri Cathy73
4Urgent Dentist73
5Braden Laura C DDS67
6Dr. Ana Lavermicocca67
7Dr. Deanna Dean67
8Dr. Eugene Silvertooth67
9Dr. Katie Stewart67
10Dr. Michael Mccartor67

The 46 best braces dentists in San Marcos, 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 San Marcos

    #1 Dr. Jamshaid A. Khan, DDS

    1404 Clarewood Dr Suite 107, San Marcos, TX 78666, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for braces in San Marcos 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 Dr. Jamshaid A. Khan, DDSFull profile(512) 393-3800

  25. #25 The Dental Space

    1101 Thorpe Ln Suite 101, San Marcos, TX 78666, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in San Marcos: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–6 PM · Fri 10 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at The Dental SpaceFull profile(512) 667-9770
    In their words

    FAMILY DENTAL IN CARE SAN MARCOS, TX The Dental Space is a state-of-the-art practice in the heart of San Marcos, Texas. Our office is equipped with the latest in dental technology, providing our patients optimal results and comfort. A complimentary arcade in the lobby and flatscreen TVs in all treatment rooms allows for an out of this world dental experience! We accept most PPO dental insurance plans as well as Medicaid and CHIP. New patients welcome!

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

All 46 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #46, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Carus Surgical Center San Marcos37
27Dr. Tyler C. Wildey, DDS, MD37
28Carothers Family Dental37
29Dr. Corey C. Carothers, DDS37
30Mermaid Dental37
31Van De Walle Family Dentistry of San Marcos37
32San Marcos Gentle Dental: Dr. J. Robert Donnelly37
33San Marcos Pediatric Dentistry | Orthodontics37
34Tompkins Trenton A DDS37
35Dr. Charles N. Reeves, DDS37
36AquaSprings Dental37
37Larry D. Molenda, DDS37
38Dr. Greg Gilcrease37
39San Marcos Family Dentistry Dr. Gene Milligan37
40Omar Guerra, DDS37
41Smiles: Dr. Thomas P Parrigin DDS37
42Dean Dental37
43Carus Orthodontics San Marcos37
44Austin Oral Maxillofacial Surgery33
45Sullivan Clay DDS33
46A Central Texas Dental Office33

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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 San Marcos's 46 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in San Marcos

How much do braces cost in San Marcos?

Typical ranges in USD for San Marcos, TX. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do braces cost in San Marcos?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$2,950–$6,850DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas—
Ceramic braces$3,900–$7,850DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas—
Self-ligating braces$3,450–$7,850DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas—
Lingual braces$7,850–$11,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas—

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

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 San Marcos braces dentists

We scored 46 San Marcos 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 San Marcos 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 San Marcos: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in San Marcos?

Dr. Jamshaid A. Khan, DDS ranks #1 of 46 San Marcos clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Martinez Josefina 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 San Marcos, TX?

Braces in San Marcos typically costs $2,940–$6,860 USD. By type: metal braces $2,950–$6,850; ceramic braces $3,900–$7,850; self-ligating braces $3,450–$7,850. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in San Marcos do braces?

Yes. None of the 46 San Marcos 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 Texas?

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 San Marcos braces dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 46 San Marcos clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Amor Dental Care and The Dental Space. 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 San Marcos?

46 San Marcos 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 San Marcos

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 48 clinics.

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