Best Braces Dentists in Urbandale, IA (2026)

20 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated October 21, 20260 paid placementsHow we rank →

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Best overall for braces: dental sales professional, ranked #1 of 20 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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20 Urbandale clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. None list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 braces dentists in Urbandale at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Urbandale at a glance
Rank	Clinic	Service score
1	dental sales professional	67
2	Dr. Alex Phan	67
3	Dr. Susan T. Nguyen, DDS	67
4	Stefanie Donnell-Randall	67
5	Solace Dental	37
6	Dr. Cameron Clause, D.D.S.	37
7	Jim Shealy, DDS	37
8	Dr. Beryl Emily Ayoki-Otieno, Dentist in Urbandale	37
9	Iowa Family Smiles	37
10	Brad Erickson, DDS	37

The 20 best braces dentists in Urbandale, 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.

Ranked #1 for braces in Urbandale
#1 dental sales professional
11051 NW Aurora Ave., Urbandale, IA 50322
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #1 for braces in Urbandale on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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#2 Dr. Alex Phan
3124 104th St, Urbandale, IA 50322, United States
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #2 for braces in Urbandale on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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#3 Dr. Susan T. Nguyen, DDS
8573 Urbandale Ave, Urbandale, IA 50322, United States
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #3 for braces in Urbandale on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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#4 Stefanie Donnell-Randall
4555 NW 156th St Suite E, Urbandale, IA 50323, United States
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #4 for braces in Urbandale on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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#5 Solace Dental
14381 Hickman Rd, Urbandale, IA 50323, United States
37/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #5 for braces in Urbandale 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–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
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#6 Dr. Cameron Clause, D.D.S.
8573 Urbandale Ave, Urbandale, IA 50322
37/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #6 for braces in Urbandale 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 7 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
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Book appointment at Dr. Cameron Clause, D.D.S.Full profile (515) 279-3848
In their words
Cameron Clause, D.D.S. enjoys all areas of dentistry and has a special interest in endodontics and oral surgery. Dr. Clause is a member of the American Dental Association, the Iowa Dental Association, and the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. Dr. Clause received his Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry from Gustavus Adolphus College in Saint Peter, Minnesota and his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry.
From Dr. Cameron Clause, D.D.S.'s own description. Not part of the ranking.
#7 Jim Shealy, DDS
2401 Northwest 128th Street, Urbandale, IA 50323, United States
37/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #7 for braces in Urbandale 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–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
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#8 Dr. Beryl Emily Ayoki-Otieno, Dentist in Urbandale
Rocklyn Office park Bldg, 6901 Hickman Rd, Urbandale, IA 50322, United States
37/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #8 for braces in Urbandale 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 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
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Book appointment at Dr. Beryl Emily Ayoki-Otieno, Dentist in Urbandale Full profile (515) 287-0011
In their words
Dr. Ayoki is a board-certified general dentist committed to clinical excellence and providing patient-centered care that is evidence based. Dr. Ayoki is a graduate of NYU College of Dentistry. She furthered her education and completed her General Practice Residency at Bronx Lebanon Hospital in the Bronx, New York. Dr. Ayoki is a licensed dentist in the state of Pennsylvania. She is also a member of AGD. Prior to her career in dental, Dr.
From Dr. Beryl Emily Ayoki-Otieno, Dentist in Urbandale's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#9 Iowa Family Smiles
6901 Hickman Rd, Urbandale, IA 50322
37/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #9 for braces in Urbandale 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 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
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In their words
Welcome to A-1 IOWA Dental, PLLC We are here to provide Ankeny Dental Services & Urbandale Dental Services one patient at a time. A visit to our practice will determine what type of treatment a patient requires in creating a healthy and beautiful smile. Excellence at A-1 IOWA Dental, PLLC results not only from our state of the art facilities in Ankney & Urbandale, but also from the highest level of training combined with diligent dedication of our staff towards the patients.…
From Iowa Family Smiles's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#10 Brad Erickson, DDS
7117 Hickman Rd, Urbandale, IA 50322
37/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #10 for braces in Urbandale 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 7 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
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#11 Children's Dental Center of Central Iowa
2401 Northwest 128th Street, Urbandale, IA 50323
37/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #11 for braces in Urbandale 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–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
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Book appointment at Children's Dental Center of Central Iowa Full profile (515) 223-5555
In their words
Children's Dental Center of Central Iowa is a pediatric dental office where everything is tailored to our young patients: from playful, whimsical décor to TVs over every dental chair. Each of our team members loves spending time with our patients, and getting to know them as the remarkable individual they are. We learn about their lives and hobbies, and develop long-term relationships with each of them.
From Children's Dental Center of Central Iowa's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#12 Chia Wu, DMD
8078 Douglas Ave, Urbandale, IA 50322
37/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #12 for braces in Urbandale 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–3 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
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#13 The Dental Loft
4555 NW 156th St Suite E, Urbandale, IA 50323
37/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #13 for braces in Urbandale 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 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–2 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
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Book appointment at The Dental Loft Full profile (515) 373-7637
In their words
The Dental Loft is a unique general dental practice located in Urbandale, IA. We offer a variety of cosmetic, restorative, and preventive dental procedures in a comfortable atmosphere. At The Dental Loft you won’t see plain white operatories and metal trays with scary instruments. We've designed our space to be a home away from home and we want you to be our guest. With our flat screen TVs and noise-cancelling headphones, you'll be able to watch your favorite Netflix shows,…
From The Dental Loft's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#14 Christopher Mcdonald, DDS, FAGD
2400 Northwest 128th Street, Urbandale, IA 503231816, United States
37/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #14 for braces in Urbandale 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–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
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Book appointment at Christopher Mcdonald, DDS, FAGD Full profile (515) 334-3838
In their words
Dr. Chris McDonald has enjoyed practicing family dentistry in the Des Moines metropolitan area since 2000. He proudly serves the community’s dental care needs just as his father did before him in Sac City, Iowa. Dr. McDonald strongly believes that each and every one of his patients deserve optimal dental care. He promises to deliver comprehensive, lifelong dentistry to each of his patients at McDonald Family Dentistry in Urbandale, IA.
From Christopher Mcdonald, DDS, FAGD's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#15 Northpark Dental
8860 Northpark Dr Ste 300, Urbandale, IA 50131, United States
37/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #15 for braces in Urbandale 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–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
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Book appointment at Northpark Dental Full profile (515) 707-8050
In their words
At Northpark Dental, the family clinic of Drs. Trung Phan and Ellen Babor, we offer caring dentistry for all ages in Urbandale, Johnston, Grimes, Des Moines, and the surrounding areas. Our dental office offers a variety of dental services, including professional dental cleanings, cosmetic dentistry, dental crowns, emergency dentistry, and more. Invisible braces at our office provide a discreet way to straighten misaligned teeth in teens and adults. We strive to make…
From Northpark Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#16 Urbandale Family Dentistry
3124 104th St, Urbandale, IA 50322
37/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #16 for braces in Urbandale 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–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
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#17 Cedar Ridge Esthetic and Family Dentistry
7517 Douglas Ave, Urbandale, IA 50322
37/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #17 for braces in Urbandale 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 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 9 AM–3 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 9 AM–3 PM · Fri–Sun closed
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Book appointment at Cedar Ridge Esthetic and Family Dentistry Full profile (515) 270-8301
In their words
We offer a wide range of Family Dental Services for all ages, from simple exams and cleanings to complex full mouth restorations. When necessary, we coordinate extensively with the dental specialists in the area for advanced care in Oral Surgery, Orthodontics, Periodontics and others. It is this coordination that guarantees the best possible care for our patients.
From Cedar Ridge Esthetic and Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#18 Pediatric Dentistry: Denise N. Evans, DDS
8515 Douglas Ave STE 26, Urbandale, IA 50322
33/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #18 for braces in Urbandale 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–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
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#19 Richard H. Hall, DDS
7177 Hickman Rd STE 1, Urbandale, IA 50322, United States
33/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #19 for braces in Urbandale 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–Tue 7 AM–5 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
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Book appointment at Richard H. Hall, DDS Full profile (515) 253-9655
#20 McDonald Family Dentistry
2400 Northwest 128th Street, Urbandale, IA 50323
33/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #20 for braces in Urbandale 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–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
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Book appointment at McDonald Family Dentistry Full profile (515) 334-3838

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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 Urbandale's 20 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Urbandale

How much do braces cost in Urbandale?

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

How much do braces cost in Urbandale?
Type	Typical range (USD)	Basis	As of
Metal braces	$3,000–$7,000	DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Iowa	—
Ceramic braces	$4,000–$8,000	DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Iowa	—
Self-ligating braces	$3,500–$8,000	DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Iowa	—
Lingual braces	$8,000–$12,000	DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Iowa	—

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

What to expect from braces

Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.

Braces: visits, chair time and recovery
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

How we ranked Urbandale braces dentists

We scored 20 Urbandale clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 3 were excluded (3 duplicate listings). 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
Factor	Weight	Computed from	In Urbandale data
Reputation	45%	Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating	Not yet collected
Review volume	15%	log10(review count) against the city maximum	Not yet collected
Recency	10%	Share of reviews in the last 12 months	Not yet collected
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

Braces in Urbandale: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Urbandale?

dental sales professional ranks #1 of 20 Urbandale clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Alex Phan 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 Urbandale, IA?

Braces in Urbandale 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 Iowa. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Urbandale do braces?

Yes. None of the 20 Urbandale 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 Iowa?

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 Urbandale?

20 Urbandale 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.

Top 10 braces dentists in Urbandale at a glance

The 20 best braces dentists in Urbandale, ranked

#1 dental sales professional

#2 Dr. Alex Phan

#3 Dr. Susan T. Nguyen, DDS

#4 Stefanie Donnell-Randall

#5 Solace Dental

#6 Dr. Cameron Clause, D.D.S.

#7 Jim Shealy, DDS

#8 Dr. Beryl Emily Ayoki-Otieno, Dentist in Urbandale

#9 Iowa Family Smiles

#10 Brad Erickson, DDS

#11 Children's Dental Center of Central Iowa

#12 Chia Wu, DMD

#13 The Dental Loft

#14 Christopher Mcdonald, DDS, FAGD

#15 Northpark Dental

#16 Urbandale Family Dentistry

#17 Cedar Ridge Esthetic and Family Dentistry

#18 Pediatric Dentistry: Denise N. Evans, DDS

#19 Richard H. Hall, DDS

#20 McDonald Family Dentistry