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Best Braces Dentists in St. Charles, IL (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for braces: Prose Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 43 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 535 Google reviews, 3 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

  2. 2

    Best specialist (orthodontist): Teuscher Legacy Dental, an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 474 Google reviews.

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43 St. Charles clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 2 list an orthodontist and 11 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in St. Charles at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in St. Charles at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Prose Orthodontics82Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (535)3
2Teuscher Legacy Dental74Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (474)—
3Dr. Michele Shely Horton73———
4Cummins Carol DDS67———
5Dr. Ellena Vranas67———
6Dr. Helen Chan, DDS67———
7Dr. Jigna Thakkar67———
8Dr. Rene Tanquilut67———
9Dr. Scott Drancik67———
10Jacob Samuel67———

The 43 best braces dentists in St. Charles, 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. #13 Envision A Smile Dentistry

    2019 Dean St, St. Charles, IL 60174, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for braces in St. Charles: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Envision A Smile is a team of caring, experienced dental professionals who use only the most advanced technologies, materials & procedures & whose primary focus is on comfortable, health-centered dentistry. At our community-focused practice, your comfort & satisfaction come first. We look forward to meeting you soon & developing a relationship with you to build the bridge toward long-term trust & successful dental care. We are located on Dean Street at the corner of South…

    From Envision A Smile Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #14 Randallwood Dental

    1548 E Main St, St. Charles, IL 60174, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–5 PM · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 7 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–6 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Randallwood Dental, we are here to help you attain or maintain your oral health and help you have the best and healthiest smile you can have! Our dentist in St. Charles, IL, is committed to getting to know you and making you feel at home and relaxed in our office. For more than three decades, we have been serving the dental needs of our community members, providing everything from simple regular cleanings to teeth replacement using dental implants.

    From Randallwood Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #15 St. Charles Dental Care

    2455 Dean St suite e, St. Charles, IL 60175

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for braces in St. Charles: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 12 PM–7 PM · Tue 8 AM–4:30 PM · Wed 7:30 AM–7 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–3 PM · Fri closed · Sat 7:30 AM–2:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #16 Gentle Touch Dental Care

    2455 Dean St STE D, St. Charles, IL 60175

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for braces in St. Charles: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 10 AM–3 PM · Wed 8 AM–8 PM · Thu–Fri 10 AM–3 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #17 Second Street Dental

    115 S 2nd St, St. Charles, IL 60174

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for braces in St. Charles: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Second Street Dental, we are a modern dental clinic that is specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of dental and oral problems. We offer comprehensive dental care in St. Charles and the surrounding areas. We offer the best dental care for your entire family, as well as restorative dentistry services including dental crowns, dental bridges, and dentures. Cosmetic dentistry services like teeth whitening, dental implants and veneers can help you get a more beautiful…

    From Second Street Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #18 Keven P. Arnold, DDS, PC

    2020 Dean St Suite C, St. Charles, IL 60174

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for braces in St. Charles: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 11 AM–7 PM · Tue 7 AM–3 PM · Wed closed · Thu 10 AM–6 PM · Fri closed · Sat 7 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    When you visit the St. Charles dental office of Dr. Keven Arnold, your Dental Health and subsequent Whole Body Health is our top priority. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with the personalized, high-quality dental care that you deserve. When you visit our office you will experience all that modern dentistry has to offer, including a comprehensive list of general, restorative and cosmetic dental services to meet the needs of the whole family. Our goal is to…

    From Keven P. Arnold, DDS, PC's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #19 Bliss Dental

    1400 Lincoln Hwy # B, St. Charles, IL 60174, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for braces in St. Charles: Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to Bliss Dental St. Charles, where we prioritize your oral health and well-being. Our state-of-the-art clinic offers a comprehensive range of dental services, from preventive care to cosmetic dentistry. Our team of experienced professionals is committed to providing personalized, high-quality care to meet your unique dental needs.

    From Bliss Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  8. #20 Dr. Rajan Verma, DDS

    2020 E Main St, St. Charles, IL 60174, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for braces in St. Charles: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 11 AM–7 PM · Tue 10 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–2 PM · Thu 10 AM–6 PM · Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–8 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  9. #21 Fox Valley Family Dentistry Ltd. | Jasmin Eco, DDS

    3310 W Main St Suite #120, St. Charles, IL 60175

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in St. Charles: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–6 PM · Tue closed · Wed 10 AM–6 PM · Thu 11 AM–7 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  10. #22 Graceful Smiles Dental (Dr. George Mathew)

    615 S Randall Rd STE 110, St. Charles, IL 60174

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in St. Charles: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  11. #23 Dr. Ellena Kontos Vranas

    2210 Dean St STE H, St. Charles, IL 60175

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for braces in St. Charles: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7 PM · Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 8 AM–7 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  12. #24 Horton & Vranas, DDS

    2210 Dean St Suite H, St. Charles, IL 60175

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in St. Charles: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 8 AM–7 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    We believe the very best dental care begins with caring about people, and that is why for over 30 years, Dr. Michele Shely Horton and Dr. Ellena Kontos Vranas have been providing families of St. Charles, Campton Hills, Geneva, South Elgin, Batavia, and the entire Fox Valley area with the best that dentistry has to offer. As St. Charles’ premier family dental practice we combine the latest technologies and techniques in order to provide comprehensive care in a modern,…

    From Horton & Vranas, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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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 St. Charles's 43 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in St. Charles

How much do braces cost in St. Charles?

Typical ranges in USD for St. Charles, IL. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do braces cost in St. Charles?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$3,450–$8,050DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
Ceramic braces$4,600–$9,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
Self-ligating braces$4,000–$9,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
Lingual braces$9,200–$13,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—

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

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 St. Charles braces dentists

We scored 43 St. Charles clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 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 St. Charles 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 St. Charles: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in St. Charles?

Prose Orthodontics ranks #1 of 43 St. Charles clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 535 Google reviews. Teuscher Legacy Dental 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 St. Charles, IL?

Braces in St. Charles typically costs $3,450–$8,050 USD. By type: metal braces $3,450–$8,050; ceramic braces $4,600–$9,200; self-ligating braces $4,000–$9,200. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in St. Charles do braces?

Yes. 41 of the 43 St. Charles 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 Illinois?

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 St. Charles braces dentists are open on Saturday?

11 of 43 St. Charles clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Envision A Smile Dentistry, Randallwood Dental and St. Charles Dental Care. 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 St. Charles?

43 St. Charles clinics list braces in our data. 2 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Prose Orthodontics and Teuscher Legacy Dental. 11 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for St. Charles

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 61 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.