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Best Braces Dentists in Blue Island, IL (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Dawson Megan N DDS, ranked #1 of 15 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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15 Blue Island clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 6 open Saturdays and 5 open 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 Blue Island at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Blue Island at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dawson Megan N DDS67
2Dental City67
3Dr. Jaya Arora, DDS67
4Dr. John Szydelko67
5Dr. Ronnie Ata67
6Kinell Carl J DDS67
7Martin Lowery PC: Lowery Martin F DDS67
8Dr. Mark W. Anderson, DDS57
9Blue Island Smiles57
10South Suburban Family Dental57

The 15 best braces dentists in Blue Island, 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.

  8. #8 Dr. Mark W. Anderson, DDS

    2320 Walnut St, Blue Island, IL 60406, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for braces in Blue Island: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 11 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–7 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Mark W. Anderson, DDSFull profile(708) 371-3311

  9. #9 Blue Island Smiles

    12059 Western Ave Cook, Blue Island, IL 60406

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for braces in Blue Island: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 11 AM–7 PM · Tue 12 PM–8 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Blue Island SmilesFull profile(708) 371-3844

  10. #10 South Suburban Family Dental

    2320 Walnut St, Blue Island, IL 60406

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for braces in Blue Island: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 11 AM–7 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–3 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at South Suburban Family DentalFull profile(708) 371-3311

  11. #11 Access Blue Island Family Health Center

    13000 Maple Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for braces in Blue Island: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7 PM · Tue 8 AM–5:30 PM · Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Access Blue Island Family Health CenterFull profile(708) 385-6100

  13. #13 All Star Dental Clinic

    12121 Western Ave #3, Blue Island, IL 60406, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for braces in Blue Island: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–4 PM · Thu 9:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at All Star Dental ClinicFull profile(708) 293-7773

  14. #14 Sonrisa Family Dental

    13000 Maple Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for braces in Blue Island: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 10:30 AM–6 PM · Thu 10:29 AM–5 PM · Fri 10:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Sonrisa Family DentalFull profile(708) 239-1900

  15. #15 Bright Smile Family Dental Blue Island

    12601 S Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for braces in Blue Island 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–Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 10 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Bright Smile Family Dental Blue IslandFull profile(708) 293-1903
    In their words

    We're Bright Smile Family Dental Blue Island and we're a family and cosmetic dentist here in Blue Island, IL. We're family-oriented, offering dental cleanings, teeth whitening, and exams. we started this practice to provide premium dental care to our community. We're looking forward to growing our practice to continue to serve Blue Island and the surrounding areas. We'd like to personally invite you to make an appointment today for your biannual exam, cosmetic dentistry,…

    From Bright Smile Family Dental Blue Island'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 Blue Island's 15 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Blue Island

How much do braces cost in Blue Island?

Typical ranges in USD for Blue Island, IL. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do braces cost in Blue Island?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$3,450–$8,050DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
Ceramic braces$4,600–$9,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
Self-ligating braces$4,000–$9,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
Lingual braces$9,200–$13,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—

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

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 Blue Island braces dentists

We scored 15 Blue Island 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 Blue Island 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 Blue Island: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Blue Island?

Dawson Megan N DDS ranks #1 of 15 Blue Island clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Dental City 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 Blue Island, IL?

Braces in Blue Island typically costs $3,450–$8,050 USD. By type: metal braces $3,450–$8,050; ceramic braces $4,600–$9,200; self-ligating braces $4,000–$9,200. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Blue Island do braces?

Yes. None of the 15 Blue Island 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 Illinois?

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 Blue Island braces dentists are open on Saturday?

6 of 15 Blue Island clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Dr. Mark W. Anderson, DDS, Blue Island Smiles and South Suburban Family Dental. 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 Blue Island?

15 Blue Island clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 6 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Blue Island

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 20 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.

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