3 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 3 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →
Best overall for braces: Southern Minnesota Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 3 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 4.5★ from 2 Google reviews.
Best specialist (orthodontist): Valley View Dental Health & Wellness, an orthodontist on staff, 4.8★ from 247 Google reviews.
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3 St Peter clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 3 list an orthodontist. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them.
| Rank | Clinic | Service score | Specialist on staff | Rating (reviews) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Southern Minnesota Orthodontics | 72 | Yes (orthodontist) | 4.5★ (2) |
| 2 | Valley View Dental Health & Wellness | 71 | Yes (orthodontist) | 4.8★ (247) |
| 3 | Anderson Orthodontics: Anderson Jason A DDS | 14 | Yes (orthodontist) | — |
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.
Ranked #1 for braces in St Peter
121 S Minnesota Ave, St Peter, MN 56082
Ranked #1 for braces in St Peter: an orthodontist on staff; 4.5★ from 2 Google reviews.
Based on reputation, review volume, recency, services and profile completeness.
1302 Marshall St, St Peter, MN 56082
Ranked #2 for braces in St Peter: an orthodontist on staff; 4.8★ from 247 Google reviews.
Ranked #3 for braces in St Peter: an orthodontist on staff.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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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.
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 St Peter's 3 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in St Peter
Typical ranges in USD for St Peter, MN. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.
| Type | Typical range (USD) | Basis | As of |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | $3,000–$7,000 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Minnesota | — |
| Ceramic braces | $4,000–$8,000 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Minnesota | — |
| Self-ligating braces | $3,500–$8,000 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Minnesota | — |
| Lingual braces | $8,000–$12,000 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Minnesota | — |
Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full braces cost guide for St Peter
Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.
| Fact | Typically |
|---|---|
| Typical visits | A consultation, a fitting visit, then adjustments every 4–8 weeks |
| Chair time | About 1–2 hours to fit; adjustments take 15–30 minutes |
| Recovery | Soreness for a few days after fitting and after adjustments |
| When to see a specialist | Most braces cases, and always for jaw growth issues, severe crowding or bite problems |
We scored 3 St Peter 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.
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| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In St Peter data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 45% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Review volume | 15% | log10(review count) against the city maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews in the last 12 months | Measured |
| Access | 15% | Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patients | Measured |
| Services | 10% | Services offered out of 17 | Measured |
| Profile completeness | 5% | Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photos | Measured |