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Best Braces Dentists in Sumter, SC (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Dental Team of Sumter, ranked #1 of 47 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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47 Sumter clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 4 open 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 Sumter at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Sumter at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dental Team of Sumter73
2Emergency Dental73
3Brunson Debra67
4Carolina Dental Associates67
5Dailey Jr James D DDS67
6Dharaben Gajjar67
7Dr. Allison A. Reeves, DMD67
8Dr. Catherine Zybak67
9Dr. Cynthia Baldwin67
10Dr. Katherine Leblanc67

The 47 best braces dentists in Sumter, 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 Sumter

    #1 Dental Team of Sumter

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for braces in Sumter 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 Dental Team of SumterFull profile
    In their words

    Welcome to the Dental Team of Sumter! We are dedicated to providing top-quality oral health care in a fun, family-friendly, Christian environment. Dr. Capers Lee truly enjoys working with all our patients. Their comfort and satisfaction are our top priority, which is why we do our best to make every dental experience pain-free. We take great pride in the treatments we provide and the bright smiles we create!

    From Dental Team of Sumter's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  2. #2 Emergency Dental

    5155 Patriot Pkwy, Sumter, SC 29154

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for braces in Sumter 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 Emergency DentalFull profile(803) 674-8626
    In their words

    We look forward to serve you as your dental office. We promise to provide the highest level of quality care. You can count on us for services such as general dentistry, emergency care, pediatric and family dental care as well as denture repair services. We expect all visitors to make an appointment and are not able to accept no call patients at this time. Dial us at the right time for you because we always answer our telephones, night or day even on the weekends.

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

  25. #25 Thomas Pare

    1257 Broad St, Sumter, SC 29150, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Sumter: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Thomas PareFull profile(803) 773-1355
    In their words

    Thomas Pare practices in Sumter, SC for Aspen Dental. With years of valuable dental experience, Thomas Pare and the rest of the Aspen Dental team are proud to offer services like dentures, gum diseases, root canals, crowns, and bridges with the best lab technicians. To see a dentist near you book online or call anytime Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. We are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and…

    From Thomas Pare's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 47 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #47, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Dr. Gregory A. Wheeler, DMD43Evenings
27Wheeler Gregory A DDS43Evenings
28Epps Thomas W37
29Creston Dental37
30Dr. Timothy E. Garrity, DMD37
31Ray Family & Cosmetic Dentistry37
32David M Van Patten, DMD37
33Dr. Marshall L. Wallace, DMD, MHS37
34Sunshine Dental37
35Thaddeus H Vincent, Jr. DMD37
36Liberty Street Dental Center37
37Sumter Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery37
38Restorative Arts Dental, P.A.37
39Advanced Sumter Dentistry37
40Aesthetic Dental Arts33
41Voronina Anastasia V DDS33
42Aspen Dental33
43Palmetto Family and Cosmetic Dentistry33
44Palmetto Family and Cosmetic Dentistry33
45William N. Coulter, DMD33
46New Horizons Dental Center33
47Dr. James K. Rabon, DMD33

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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 Sumter's 47 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Sumter

How much do braces cost in Sumter?

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

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

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

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 Sumter braces dentists

We scored 47 Sumter clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Sumter 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 Sumter: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Sumter?

Dental Team of Sumter ranks #1 of 47 Sumter clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Emergency Dental 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 Sumter, SC?

Braces in Sumter 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 South Carolina. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Sumter do braces?

Yes. None of the 47 Sumter 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 South 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.

How many dentists offer braces in Sumter?

47 Sumter clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Sumter

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 49 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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