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Best Braces Dentists in Valparaiso, IN (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: iSmile Orthodontics: Thomas Surber, DDS, ranked #1 of 47 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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47 Valparaiso clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 3 open Saturdays and 9 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 Valparaiso at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Valparaiso at a glance
RankClinicService score
1iSmile Orthodontics: Thomas Surber, DDS73
2Soo K. Sim, DDS73
3Cavanaugh Robert K DDS67
4Dr. Gene M. Ranieri67
5Dr. Jeffrey Haas67
6Dr. Marcus Biggs67
7Dr. Robert Behrend67
8Dr. Thomas Young, DDS67
9Felten a E DDS67
10Haas Dental Center67

The 47 best braces dentists in Valparaiso, 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.

  2. #2 Soo K. Sim, DDS

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for braces in Valparaiso 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 Soo K. Sim, DDSFull profile
    In their words

    As trained medical professionals, our dedication to maintaining a safe environment through rigorous infection control procedures is at our core. We know that moving forward our commitment to your safety will be even more important. While continuing to meet traditional CDC and OSHA requirements, we are adopting some new, additional protocols. For example, we might wear additional PPE, request you wear a mask to your appointment, or take your temperature upon arrival.

    From Soo K. Sim, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Restoration Dental Studio

    4400 N Calumet Ave Suite 300, Valparaiso, IN 46383

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Valparaiso: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Restoration Dental StudioFull profile(219) 476-3100

  25. #25 Philip Mangiaracina

    2505 Laporte Ave Ste 111, Valparaiso, IN 46383

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Valparaiso: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Philip MangiaracinaFull profile(219) 548-2400
    In their words

    Philip Mangiaracina practices in Valparaiso, IN for Aspen Dental. With years of valuable dental experience, Philip Mangiaracina 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,…

    From Philip Mangiaracina'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
26Lieske & Nondorf Family Dentistry47Sat
27Heritage Lake Dental47Evenings
28Helen S. Kirscher, DDS, MAGD, PC47Evenings
29Brad Wisowaty DDS47Evenings
30Dental Arts Group47Evenings
31Endodontic & Periodontic Associates, Ltd.43Sat
32Valparaiso Family Dentistry43Sat
33Dr. John E. Smolnicky, DDS43Evenings
34Aspire Implant Center37
35Cosmopolitan Dentistry37
36Silhavy Creek Family Dental37
37Dr. Kurt Folke, DDS37
38Creating Smiles, PC37
39Smiles of Valparaiso37
40Joseph Majka, DDS37
41Michael Drone Dentistry & Prosthodontics Valparaiso37
42Shideler Dentistry P.C.37
43Growing Smiles Pediatric Dentistry37
44John L. Havlick D.D.S. P.C.37
45James H. Arnold, DDS33
46Vale Park Dental Care33
47Vu Family Dentistry33

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

How much do braces cost in Valparaiso?

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

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

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

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 Valparaiso braces dentists

We scored 47 Valparaiso 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 Valparaiso 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 Valparaiso: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Valparaiso?

iSmile Orthodontics: Thomas Surber, DDS ranks #1 of 47 Valparaiso clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Soo K. Sim, DDS 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 Valparaiso, IN?

Braces in Valparaiso 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 Indiana. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Valparaiso do braces?

Yes. None of the 47 Valparaiso 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 Indiana?

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 Valparaiso braces dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 47 Valparaiso clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Lieske & Nondorf Family Dentistry, Endodontic & Periodontic Associates, Ltd. and Valparaiso Family Dentistry. 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 Valparaiso?

47 Valparaiso clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Valparaiso

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 50 clinics.

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