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Best Braces Dentists in Wheeling, WV (2026)

35 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

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    Best overall for braces: Dr. Daniel Joseph, DDS, MS, Orthodontist, ranked #1 of 35 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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35 Wheeling 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 Wheeling at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Wheeling at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dr. Daniel Joseph, DDS, MS, Orthodontist73
2Dr. Lawrence E. Wright Jr, DDS73
3W. Trey Wilcox, DDS73
4Zambito Family Dentistry73
5Courtney Lough67
6Crown & Bridge Lab67
7Donald E Walter DDS67
8Donovan Walter67
9Dr Don Chapman67
10Dr. Amber N. Bauer, DDS67

The 35 best braces dentists in Wheeling, 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 Wheeling

    #1 Dr. Daniel Joseph, DDS, MS, Orthodontist

    1136 National Rd, Wheeling, WV 26003, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for braces in Wheeling 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 Dr. Daniel Joseph, DDS, MS, OrthodontistFull profile(304) 242-7222

All 35 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #35, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Just Smiles Family Dentistry47Sat
27Reihner Dental PLLC47Evenings
28Avia Dental Plan37
29Canestraro Victor R DDS37
30Eleisha J. Nickoles, DDS37
31At Ease Family Dentistry37
32Philip D High, DDS37
33Steele Pediatric Dentistry37
34J. Michael Wilcox, DDS " Elm Grove Dental"33
35High Alex 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.

None of Wheeling's 35 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Wheeling

How much do braces cost in Wheeling?

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

How much do braces cost in Wheeling?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$2,700–$6,300DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for West Virginia—
Ceramic braces$3,600–$7,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for West Virginia—
Self-ligating braces$3,150–$7,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for West Virginia—
Lingual braces$7,200–$10,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for West Virginia—

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

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 Wheeling braces dentists

We scored 35 Wheeling clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 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
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Wheeling 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 Wheeling: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Wheeling?

Dr. Daniel Joseph, DDS, MS, Orthodontist ranks #1 of 35 Wheeling clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Lawrence E. Wright Jr, 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 Wheeling, WV?

Braces in Wheeling typically costs $2,700–$6,300 USD. By type: metal braces $2,700–$6,300; ceramic braces $3,600–$7,200; self-ligating braces $3,150–$7,200. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for West Virginia. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Wheeling do braces?

Yes. None of the 35 Wheeling 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 West Virginia?

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 Wheeling braces dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 35 Wheeling clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Wheeling Health Right Inc and Just Smiles 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 Wheeling?

35 Wheeling 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 Wheeling

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 36 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.

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