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Best Braces Dentists in Spring Lake, NC (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Dr. Eric Roman, ranked #1 of 8 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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8 Spring Lake clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens 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 8 braces dentists in Spring Lake at a glance

Top 8 braces dentists in Spring Lake at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dr. Eric Roman67
2Dr. Jeremy Hanlon67
3Dr. Magi Youssef67
4First Choice Community Health Centers67
5Lindsey Kimberly DDS43
6Anderson Creek Medical Center43
7Firehouse Kids Dentistry37
8Southern Family Dental37

The 8 best braces dentists in Spring Lake, 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 Anderson Creek Medical Center

    6750 Overhills Rd #8872, Spring Lake, NC 28390

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for braces in Spring Lake: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8:30 AM–5 PM · Thu 11:30 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Anderson Creek Medical CenterFull profile(910) 436-2900

  7. #7 Firehouse Kids Dentistry

    2980 Ray Rd, Spring Lake, NC 28390

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for braces in Spring Lake 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 8 AM–2 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Firehouse Kids DentistryFull profile(910) 778-8485

  8. #8 Southern Family Dental

    101 Sleepy Dr, Spring Lake, NC 28390, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for braces in Spring Lake 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–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Southern Family DentalFull profile(910) 497-2969

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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 Spring Lake's 8 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Spring Lake

How much do braces cost in Spring Lake?

Typical ranges in USD for Spring Lake, NC. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do braces cost in Spring Lake?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$3,050–$7,150DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—
Ceramic braces$4,100–$8,150DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—
Self-ligating braces$3,550–$8,150DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—
Lingual braces$8,150–$12,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—

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

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 Spring Lake braces dentists

We scored 8 Spring Lake 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 Spring Lake 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 Spring Lake: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Spring Lake?

Dr. Eric Roman ranks #1 of 8 Spring Lake clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Jeremy Hanlon 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 Spring Lake, NC?

Braces in Spring Lake typically costs $3,060–$7,140 USD. By type: metal braces $3,050–$7,150; ceramic braces $4,100–$8,150; self-ligating braces $3,550–$8,150. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Spring Lake do braces?

Yes. None of the 8 Spring Lake 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 North Carolina?

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 Spring Lake braces dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 8 Spring Lake clinics offering braces lists Saturday hours, including Lindsey Kimberly DDS. 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 Spring Lake?

8 Spring Lake clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Spring Lake

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 9 clinics.

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