Top 10 Orthodontist in Waukesha Wisconsin

Q: How much do orthodontics cost in Waukesha?

In Waukesha, orthodontic treatment typically costs $3,500 – $8,000 , based on Smyleee's August 2026 local price data. Actual cost varies by provider, materials, and case complexity.

Q: How much is metal braces (full treatment) in Waukesha?

Metal braces (full treatment) in Waukesha typically range $3,000 – $7,000 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.

Q: How much is ceramic braces in Waukesha?

Ceramic braces in Waukesha typically range $4,000 – $8,000 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.

Q: How much is lingual braces in Waukesha?

Lingual braces in Waukesha typically range $8,000 – $13,000 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.

Compare Waukesha-area clinics on reviews, service fit, insurance, and booking convenience.

Reviewed August 2, 2026Ranking recomputed August 1, 20263 clinicsDr Maqsud Mallick, BDSHow we rank

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Quick Answer

Which clinic looks strongest at a glance?

We prioritize local relevance, review strength, service breadth, access, price clarity, and patient experience signals.

At A Glance

Dental Care of Waukesha is the strongest overall starting point in Waukesha if you want a dependable option for orthodontics.
Dental Associates Waukesha has the deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page — useful when you want the most established track record before narrowing.

Best overall

Dental Care of Waukesha

Best for Orthodontics.

Tradeoff: Weekend availability is not highlighted

Highest review signal

Dental Associates Waukesha

The deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page across available portals.

Useful when social proof matters more than pure proximity.

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83.6Dental Care of Waukesha 90.1Proven Dental - Dr. James Murphy 73.5Dental Associates Waukesha

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Dental Care of Waukesha Proven Dental - Dr. James Murphy Dental Associates Waukesha

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3 clinics scored on this page

83.6

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83.6Dental Care of Waukesha
90.1Proven Dental - Dr. James Murphy
73.5Dental Associates Waukesha

Smyleee Ratings are editorial signals based on reviews, quality of care, and patient feedback. Close scores should be treated as broadly comparable.

Orthodontist Costs in Waukesha, Wisconsin (2026)

Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan

ProcedureTypical Cost

Orthodontic consultation$0 – $250

Metal braces (full treatment)$3,000 – $7,000

Ceramic braces$4,000 – $8,000

Lingual braces$8,000 – $13,000

Clear aligners (Invisalign)$3,500 – $8,000

Retainers$200 – $600

Price ranges reflect typical Waukesha, Wisconsin pricing as of 2026. Actual costs vary by provider, complexity, and insurance coverage. Contact clinics directly for personalized quotes.

Prices verified Aug 2, 2026

What matters most to you?

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Three decision buckets — pick the one that matches why you're booking.

Best overall

Dental Care of Waukesha

Smyleee 83.6

A strong all-around pick if you want a reliable local choice for orthodontics.

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Highest review volume

Dental Associates Waukesha

433 reviews

Useful if you want the option with the deepest visible review signal before narrowing further.

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Another strong option

Proven Dental - Dr. James Murphy

Smyleee 90.1

A solid alternative if the first two aren't the right fit — ranks highly on the same page.

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Top Clinics in Waukesha Proper

Only clinics physically located in Waukesha appear in this primary ranking.

Dental Care of Waukesha

4.8(643)

84Smyleee

701, East Sunset Drive, Waukesha, Wisconsin

Closed · Opens Monday at 8 AM

Documented for orthodontics in Waukesha, with orthodontics on the service list and 22 procedures on file.

More about orthodontics at this clinic

Clear aligners straighten teeth through a series of custom, removable trays, each worn for one to two weeks before moving to the next in the sequence.

Services:OrthodonticsInvisalignCosmetic DentistryDental Cleaning+18 more

Offers Orthodontics4.8★ · 643 reviews

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Why this ranks

Best forOrthodontics

Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Orthodontics, 4.8★ Google rating across 643 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 84/100.

Stands outOffers Orthodontics · 4.8★ · 643 reviews

ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published22 services listed

VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026

Proven Dental - Dr. James Murphy

4.9(200)

90Smyleee

1700, Coral Drive, Waukesha, Wisconsin

Closed · Opens Monday at 8 AM

Pediatric Dentistry focus in Waukesha, with orthodontics listed among 29 documented services.

More about orthodontics at this clinic

Dr. James Murphy leads this comprehensive family dental practice whose clinical scope covers not only the standard general and cosmetic range but also oral surgery, periodontal surgery, orthodontics, and cosmetic contouring. Orthodontics and Invisalign cover the alignment range.

Services:OrthodonticsInvisalignChildren / Pediatric DentistryComprehensive Dental Care+25 more

Offers OrthodonticsSmyleee 90/1004.9★ · 200 reviews

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Best forOrthodontics

Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Orthodontics, 4.9★ Google rating across 200 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 90/100.

Stands outOffers Orthodontics · Smyleee 90/100 · 4.9★ · 200 reviews

ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published29 services listed

VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026

Dental Associates Waukesha

4.3(433)

74Smyleee

1211, Dolphin Court, Waukesha, Wisconsin

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 7 AM

Documented orthodontics profile in Waukesha, pairing Braces and Invisalign across 24 services on file.

More about orthodontics at this clinic

Clear aligners straighten teeth through a series of custom, removable trays, each worn for one to two weeks before moving to the next in the sequence. Traditional braces use brackets and wires to gradually move teeth into alignment, handling complex bite corrections and significant crowding more predictably than removable alternatives.

Services:OrthodonticsBracesInvisalignChildren / Pediatric Dentistry+20 more

Offers Orthodontics

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Why this ranks

Best forOrthodontics

Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Orthodontics and 433 verified Google reviews.

Stands outOffers Orthodontics

ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published24 services listed

VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026

Side-by-Side Comparison

Hard signals for every orthodontics provider on this list — no opinions, just verifiable data.

#	Clinic	Smyleee	Google	Wknd	Ins.	Fin.	Offers Orthodontics
1	Dental Care of Waukesha	84	4.8★(643)	—	—	—	✓
2	Proven Dental - Dr. James Murphy	90	4.9★(200)	—	—	—	✓
3	Dental Associates Waukesha	74	4.3★(433)	—	—	—	✓

Smyleee Rating bands: 90+ Outstanding · 84–89 Excellent · 71–83 Very Good · 61–70 Good · below 61 Rated.

How to Choose a Dentist in Waukesha

Use the ranking as a starting point, then narrow the shortlist based on the kind of care you actually need.

If you want routine or family care

Prioritize review consistency, insurance friendliness, practical hours, and a broad general-dentistry service mix over marketing language alone.

If urgency matters

Confirm same-day capacity, after-hours guidance, and whether the clinic handles urgent restorative work in-house or refers out.

If affordability matters most

Compare financing signals, insurance notes, and the local cost guide. A higher-ranked clinic is not automatically the best value for your specific treatment.

Questions to ask before booking

Do you accept my insurance or offer payment plans?
Are you taking new patients right now?
Do you handle my treatment in-house?
What is the total expected cost before treatment starts?

EditorialUpdated August 2, 2026Independently reviewed

Waukesha has no shortage of dental providers — a quick search pulls up hundreds. The challenge isn't finding one, it's figuring out which ones actually deliver. We spent time reviewing patient outcomes, checking credentials, comparing pricing, and analyzing feedback from patients who've had orthodontist work done across the Waukesha metro area.

This is the short list. Ten providers in Waukesha, Wisconsin that consistently showed up in the data — not because they paid to be here, but because their patients keep coming back and referring others. If you're weighing options for orthodontist in Waukesha, start here.

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud Mallick — BDS

Frequently Asked Questions

8 questions answered by our editorial team

In Waukesha, orthodontic treatment typically costs $3,500 – $8,000, based on Smyleee's August 2026 local price data. Actual cost varies by provider, materials, and case complexity.

Metal braces (full treatment) in Waukesha typically range $3,000 – $7,000 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.

Ceramic braces in Waukesha typically range $4,000 – $8,000 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.

Lingual braces in Waukesha typically range $8,000 – $13,000 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.

Smyleee ranks Waukesha orthodontics clinics on a weighted score: verified patient reviews (30%), clinical credentials and expertise (20%), technology and equipment (15%), accessibility (15%), pricing transparency (10%), and patient experience (10%). The list is recomputed from current data and independently reviewed by Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS.

The ranking is recalculated on a rolling basis from current review and profile data and was last reviewed in August 2026. Clinics can move up or down as their underlying data changes.

Prioritise verified credentials and relevant training, modern equipment and sterilisation standards, a strong and recent review history, transparent pricing, and clear communication about treatment options. Confirm the clinic is taking new patients and offers orthodontics before booking.

Many clinics in Waukesha accept major dental insurance and offer financing such as in-house payment plans or third-party options like CareCredit for larger treatments. Coverage and financing vary by practice — confirm your plan is accepted and ask about phased or monthly payment options before treatment begins.

How We Vet Each Clinic

Every clinic on this list passes our verification process

License & standing verified — active Wisconsin dental license confirmed with no disciplinary actions.
Patient review volume checked — minimum verified patient reviews across Google with a strong average rating.
Local presence confirmed — verified physical practice in the Waukesha metro area with established patient base.
Technology & equipment assessed — modern dental technology and sterilization standards evaluated.
Transparent pricing reviewed — clear communication of costs, financing options, and insurance acceptance.

How We Scored the Best Clinics

Our transparent ranking methodology

Verified patient reviews & outcomes30%

Orthodontist expertise & credentials20%

Technology investment & modern equipment15%

Accessibility (hours, location, scheduling ease)15%

Transparent pricing & financing options10%

Patient experience & comfort measures10%

How This Page Was Reviewed

We want this page to help users choose confidently, not just scroll a list.

Editorial checks

Locality and city fit
Review strength and rating consistency
Services, hours, insurance, and profile completeness
Paid placements kept separate from organic rankings

Transparency

Content updated: August 2, 2026
Ranking last recomputed: August 1, 2026
Medical reviewer: Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS
Clinic verification dates reflect the latest synced or modified profile timestamp
Organic rankings are algorithmic, sponsored rows are labeled
Clinics can move up or down when underlying data changes

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