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Best Braces Dentists in Waco, TX (2026)

54 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 3 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for braces: Bear Braces, ranked #1 of 54 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 696 Google reviews, 11 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

  2. 2

    Best specialist (orthodontist): Route 32 Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, an orthodontist on staff, 4.8★ from 1,177 Google reviews, 1 of 20 collected reviews mentions braces.

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54 Waco clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 3 list an orthodontist and 7 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Waco at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Waco at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Bear Braces81Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (696)11
2Route 32 Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics75Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (1,177)1
3Smile Doctors Orthodontics - Waco74Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (256)2
4Acre Wood Dental - Waco67———
5Armstrong Richard E DDS67———
6Dentist Armstrong DDC67———
7Dr. Kent T. Starr, DDS67———
8Dr. Zachary Schwab67———
9Ezra Boekweg67———
10General Dentistry67———

The 54 best braces dentists in Waco, 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.

  4. #4 Acre Wood Dental - Waco

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for braces in Waco 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 Acre Wood Dental - WacoFull profile
    In their words

    Welcome to Acre Wood Dental! We are Waco’s Dental Implant Experts! Our team of dentists from Central Texas work together to provide you and your family the highest quality of dental care available. When you visit us, we will give you the time and attention you deserve from your dentist as we strive to provide you and your family with the comforts of home. If you are interested in scheduling an appointment, we invite you to contact our dental offices in Waco, Temple, and…

    From Acre Wood Dental - Waco's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  14. #14 Medico M.D. Medical and Dental

    1925 Park Lake Dr, Waco, TX 76708

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Medico M.D. Medical and DentalFull profile(254) 221-0999
    In their words

    Medico M.D. is your one-stop shop in Waco, TX for all of your dental, medical and wellness needs. Personalized, comprehensive and affordable medical and dental care is our number one priority. Medico M.D. provides medical care for all ages. At Medico M.D. we leverage the latest medical research and cutting-edge technology to offer the most comprehensive primary care available. We provide a wide variety of dental services like teeth cleaning, dental implants, dentures, root…

    From Medico M.D. Medical and Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  15. #15 Medico M.D. Medical and Dental

    1437 S Valley Mills Dr, Waco, TX 76711

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Medico M.D. Medical and DentalFull profile(254) 221-1901
    In their words

    Medico M.D. is your one-stop shop in Waco, TX for all of your dental, medical and wellness needs. Personalized, comprehensive and affordable medical and dental care is our number one priority. Medico M.D. provides medical care for all ages. At Medico M.D. we leverage the latest medical research and cutting-edge technology to offer the most comprehensive primary care available. We provide a wide variety of dental services like teeth cleaning, dental implants, dentures, root…

    From Medico M.D. Medical and Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  16. #16 Dr Smilee Dental of Waco Family, Medicaid, Dental Implant, Emergency Dentistry

    1230 N Valley Mills Dr Ste 100, Waco, TX 76710

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for braces in Waco: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr Smilee Dental of Waco Family, Medicaid, Dental Implant, Emergency DentistryFull profile(254) 732-2606
    In their words

    At Dr. SmiLee, we value our patient relationships, making it our priority to deliver gentle compassionate care that you deserve from a dentist in Waco, TX. We want to help you overcome any barriers you may have in achieving a beautiful and healthy smile. Our dedicated team has one primary goal- your utmost comfort! Call to set up your appointment today!

    From Dr Smilee Dental of Waco Family, Medicaid, Dental Implant, Emergency Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  17. #17 Topaz Dentistry

    529 N Valley Mills Dr, Waco, TX 76710, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for braces in Waco: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Topaz DentistryFull profile(254) 730-4296
    In their words

    Topaz Dentistry serves the local Waco, TX community with a friendly and professional dental team to make dental visits simple and stress-free for patients of all ages.We accept most types of insurance and offer convenient payment options. Ask about our Resolution Dental Plan, which can save your family over $1,000 per year in dental needs!

    From Topaz Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 ACE Dental of Waco

    1428 Wooded Acres Dr #126, Waco, TX 76710

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for braces in Waco: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at ACE Dental of WacoFull profile(254) 267-0898
    In their words

    ACE Dental of Waco is a comprehensive dental practice offering state-of-the-art care to children, teens, adults, and seniors. Led by board-certified general dentists Drs. Aditi Gupta and Shubkarman Sekhon, the practice proudly provides general, cosmetic, restorative, and advanced dentistry to families in the Waco, TX community. The team excels at performing a wide range of treatments with some of their top services being dental crowns, fillings, dentures, tooth extractions,…

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

  19. #19 Dentists of Waco

    1115 N Valley Mills Dr B, Waco, TX 76710

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for braces in Waco: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9:30 AM–6:30 PM · Tue–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dentists of WacoFull profile(254) 230-0825
    In their words

    As a Smile Generation Trusted office, we welcome you to Dentists of Waco! With state-of-the-art infection control procedures in place, our #1 goal is to keep you and your family safe. We provide comprehensive specialty services with advanced, proven technology and offer customized financial solutions for you. We are proud to be your complete Waco dental provider with services including Free Virtual Screenings, Same-Day Dental Crowns, Boost Whitening, Oral Surgery, Wisdom…

    From Dentists of Waco's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 Brident Dental & Orthodontics

    4215 Franklin Ave, Waco, TX 76710, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for braces in Waco: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Brident Dental & OrthodonticsFull profile(254) 227-6444
    In their words

    We make high quality dental care convenient and affordable at our Brident Dental office located near you. Our friendly and experienced dental professionals provide a wide range of family dental services including orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry and emergency dental care. Our general dentists, specialists and hygienists are all under one roof. Which means that treatment for implants, braces, or periodontal care can take place in the same office. Here, we gladly treat…

    From Brident Dental & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Dr. Steven Little, DDS

    6400 Cobbs Dr STE 100, Waco, TX 76710

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in Waco: Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Steven Little, DDSFull profile(254) 776-5727

  22. #22 Aspen Dental

    2320 W Loop 340 Ste 200B, Waco, TX 76711

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Waco: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–4:15 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aspen DentalFull profile(254) 230-9597
    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Waco,TX offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care environment for…

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

  24. #24 Brazos Family Dentistry

    3620 Scroggins Dr, Waco, TX 76705

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Waco 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 8 AM–5 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Brazos Family DentistryFull profile(254) 799-5746

  25. #25 Chad Latino, DDS

    6701 Sanger Ave #101, Waco, TX 76710

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Waco 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–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Chad Latino, DDSFull profile(254) 776-6241
    In their words

    I specialize in creating the healthy smile that you desire. From cleanings, restorations, and cosmetic dentistry, we have you covered. I am also a platinum provider for Invisalign. If you want straight teeth without going through braces, I can help you!

    From Chad Latino, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 54 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #54, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics37
27Waco Dentist37
28Waco Family Dentistry37
29Heart of Texas Smiles General & Cosmetic Dentistry37
30Hillcrest Dental Care - Woodway37
31Lake Shore Dental37
32Starr General Dentistry37
33Creekwood Dental Arts37
34Legends Dental37
35Premier Family Dental37
36Saddle Creek Dental, PA37
37Waco Oral Surgery and Dental Implants37
38Fusion Dental & Braces - Hewitt37
39Stonehaven Dental & Orthodontics - Waco37
40Today's Family Dental37
41WM Dentistry37
42Dental Station Family Dentistry Waco37
43Dental Station Family Dentistry: Wendy Winarick, DDS37
44Jeff Bauer, DDS, PLLC37
45Jennifer Grant, DDS37
46Mark McCall, DDS37
47Steven T. Cutbirth DDS37
48Waco Dental37
49Smart Mouth Pediatric Dentistry37
50Elm Avenue Community Clinic33
51Waco Family Medicine - Tom Oliver S. 18th33
52Affordable Dentist Near Me - Waco33
53Waco Dental & Denture Care33
54David W. Garrett, DDS33

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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.

3 of Waco's 54 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Waco

How much do braces cost in Waco?

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

How much do braces cost in Waco?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$2,950–$6,850DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas—
Ceramic braces$3,900–$7,850DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas—
Self-ligating braces$3,450–$7,850DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas—
Lingual braces$7,850–$11,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas—

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

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 Waco braces dentists

We scored 54 Waco clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 4 were excluded (4 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 Waco 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 Waco: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Waco?

Bear Braces ranks #1 of 54 Waco clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 4.9★ from 696 Google reviews. Route 32 Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics 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 Waco, TX?

Braces in Waco typically costs $2,940–$6,860 USD. By type: metal braces $2,950–$6,850; ceramic braces $3,900–$7,850; self-ligating braces $3,450–$7,850. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Waco do braces?

Yes. 51 of the 54 Waco clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 3 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 Texas?

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 Waco braces dentists are open on Saturday?

7 of 54 Waco clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Medico M.D. Medical and Dental, Medico M.D. Medical and Dental and Dr Smilee Dental of Waco Family, Medicaid, Dental Implant, Emergency 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 Waco?

54 Waco clinics list braces in our data. 3 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Bear Braces and Route 32 Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics. 7 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Waco

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 64 clinics.
  2. : 4 duplicate listings merged.

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