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Best Braces Dentists in Watauga, TX (2026)

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  1. 1

    Best overall for braces: Dentist, ranked #1 of 10 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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10 Watauga clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 2 open Saturdays and 1 opens 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 Watauga at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Watauga at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dentist67
2Dr. Tien K. Ngo, DDS67
3Together In Dental Care67
45 Star Dental47
5Next Century Dental: Hegde Rashmi DDS43
6Dr. Isaac H. Le, DDS43
7Watauga Dental Center37
8Joy Family Dental37
9Watauga Family Dentistry.37
10Dr. Kim L. Nelson, DDS37

The 10 best braces dentists in Watauga, 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.

  7. #7 Watauga Dental Center

    5920 Watauga Rd, Watauga, TX 76148

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for braces in Watauga 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–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Watauga Dental CenterFull profile(817) 485-9018
    In their words

    About Watauga Dental Center/Bryan S. Carmichael DDS John McNeff DDS Watauga Dental is a family dental practice located in Watauga, Texas, offering comprehensive dental treatments and services. We provide a pleasant experience while delivering the best dental care you need to keep your smiles beautiful and healthy. Our mission is to provide complete dental treatment and maintain your oral health for a lifetime. We understand the seriousness of dental emergencies and treat all…

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

  9. #9 Watauga Family Dentistry.

    5710 Watauga Rd, Watauga, TX 76148, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for braces in Watauga 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 7 AM–4 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Watauga Family Dentistry.Full profile(817) 281-2061

  10. #10 Dr. Kim L. Nelson, DDS

    6751 Rufe Snow Dr, Watauga, TX 76148

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for braces in Watauga 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–5 PM · Tue closed · Wed–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Kim L. Nelson, DDSFull profile(817) 656-8777
    In their words

    Hometown dental practice with decades of service but a newly rennovated space with all new equipment. We truly care for our patients and will always remember your name. Offering general dentistry and hygeine in a calm and caring environment. We always aim to make everyones dental experience as plesant and pain-free as possible.

    From Dr. Kim L. Nelson, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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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 Watauga's 10 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Watauga

How much do braces cost in Watauga?

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

How much do braces cost in Watauga?
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 Watauga

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 Watauga braces dentists

We scored 10 Watauga 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 Watauga 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 Watauga: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Watauga?

Dentist ranks #1 of 10 Watauga clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Tien K. Ngo, 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 Watauga, TX?

Braces in Watauga 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 Watauga do braces?

Yes. None of the 10 Watauga 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 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 Watauga braces dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 10 Watauga clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Next Century Dental: Hegde Rashmi DDS and Dr. Isaac H. Le, DDS. 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 Watauga?

10 Watauga clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Watauga

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 10 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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