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Our mission is to create healthy, beautiful smiles that will provide a lifetime of confidence and joy while creating friendships that will last just as long. We will achieve this goal through personalized care and attention to detail while making orthodontic treatment fast and comfortable. We will be involved with and support our communities and the families that live in them.

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Our mission is to create healthy, beautiful smiles that will provide a lifetime of confidence and joy while creating friendships that will last just as long. We will achieve this goal through personalized care and attention to detail while making orthodontic treatment fast and comfortable. We will be involved with and support our communities and the families that live in them.

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Come see how our orthodontic treatments can benefit your smile and confidence during a complimentary consultation. We’re here to answer questions and help you get started.

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Explore Orthodontic Care

From traditional braces to clear aligners, we offer personalized treatment options for every smile and lifestyle. Discover the orthodontic solution designed to fit your needs and goals.

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Meet the Team

Our friendly team is dedicated to making every visit comfortable, fun, and stress-free. Get to know the people who support your smile journey from beginning to end.

Meet the Team

Your Orthodontist In Payson, Arizona and the Rim Country

Benjamin D. McDowell, DDS, MSD - Welcome to Our Practice

Welcome to Payson Orthodontics, where we provide orthodontics in Payson, Arizona, and surrounding communities. Dr. Ben McDowell and our fun, friendly team are known for giving personalized attention to our patients, offering customized treatments that require you to wear braces for a shorter period of time and have better outcomes. We love being part of the community by running a relaxing, conversation-based orthodontic practice where we serve the whole family. Our orthodontist can also accommodate for Spanish-speaking patients and has all of the standard orthodontic equipment needed to create straight smiles. We offer a variety of braces and clear aligner options to align your teeth into a healthy, beautiful position. Call us today to schedule your free consultation.

"Dr. McDowell and his staff are amazing, Dr. McDowell and staff make my kids feel very comfortable. I love how Dr. McDowell explains every step along the way so there is no surprises, you never feel rushed while in his chair, Dr. McDowell takes notice in the small things that make the biggest difference and it shows through my kids perfect SMILES thanks to Dr. McDowell and staff. I highly recommend Payson orthodontics!"

Annie S

"It was a great experience, even with some tweaks having to be done because of Covid. Not too much complaining from the teenager and Dr. McDowell and his staff are amazing. So nice and the treatment plan was right on time!"

Melissa G

"My son had an accident while camping. We weren’t able to get ahold of any dental offices but he was able to be seen here very quick and then the doctor was able to get us in to another local dentist for more help. The staff was kind and helpful. Thank you!"

Ricinda S

"I recommend Ben and his staff because they are hard workers. They are very kind. They made dream come true. Now I will have straight teeth for ever 😁"

Ana V

"I can’t say enough wonderful things about Payson Orthodontics. The office staff is always kind, prompt and professional. Dr. McDowell has always been wonderful to my kids, and any other kids I have seen in the office. I highly recommend Dr. McDowell and his staff."

Jimmy & Krystal N

"Dr. McDowell and his crew are the best! Both of my big kids have been through phase one braces and the difference and transformation is amazing! Payson Orthodontics is the most accommodating and fun that my kids, and I sitting there watching, have experienced when it comes to teeth. We will see you all for phase two soon!"

Hannah B

"Beyond fantastic and friendly office. Payment plan to make things easier and patient and kind with my son. Highly recommend!"

Breanne R

"Ben and his team have taken great care of my son Micah the last couple of years! I would highly recommend them without hesitation."

Jesse C

"Dr. McDowell and has team have an attitude that is very refreshing. Having had several dentists of the years and 5 of my 7 children in braces I can confidently refer this practice without any hesitation. If you want straight teeth and want to enjoy the process along the way then book an appointment with this team. They are wonderful!!"

David

"Payson Orthodontics has an awesome office crew to work with, very efficient to work with, reminding of appointments and working with busy schedules such as mine. I appreciate there kindness. Dr. McDowell DDS, is very kind and explains the procedures well, and spends quality time with his clients. I also appreciate that he supports our local Gila County Fair and supports the agriculture program and many other community activities. Your an asset to our community, Thank you!"

Lori

"If you ever ask me where to go get your braces or to help you to get a beautiful and brighter smile, I would recommend you to Payson Orthodontics! Dr. McDowell is an awesome orthodontist, he is super kind, funny, and awesome, but most of all he will help you get that beautiful smile! You step in that office and they greet you like if you were their family! All of his beautiful staff treat you 100% amazing! I have been going there for already two years, every time I go there they ask me how my braces are going, if I need more rubber bands , or anything like that! My sister just got her braces a few months ago, and you could already see the results! And I get my braces off next month and it’s all because of them and their professional qualities! I wouldn’t be able to do it without their help! Thank you so much!!"

America

"Payson Orthodontics is amazing! The staff is all super nice and work extremely well with children! I love how open the office is! I am confident in the work that they do and would recommend their services to anyone!"

Debra

"Such a great experience even though it’s BRACES! She looks amazing and we are so happy to have had Payson Orthodontics on our team"

Rebecca

"We would recommend Payson Orthodontics to anyone! I love that both our boys that are in braces are comfortable and knowledgeable about their treatment plan, progress, and expectations about compliance. Can’t wait to see their beautiful smiles when they are done – Thank you Payson Orthodontics!"

Amity

"We have always had a great experience at Payson Orthodontics. The staff is all very friendly and they are wonderful at answering any questions we may have."

Michelle