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Best Braces Dentists in Brookline, MA (2026)

18 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 15 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for braces: Brookline Orthodontic Associates, ranked #1 of 18 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 4.8★ from 47 Google reviews, 2 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

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    Best specialist (orthodontist): Gentle Dental Brookline, an orthodontist on staff, 4.7★ from 435 Google reviews, evening hours and Saturday hours.

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18 Brookline clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 15 list an orthodontist and 7 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 15 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Brookline at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Brookline at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Brookline Orthodontic Associates82Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (47)2
2Gentle Dental Brookline75Yes (orthodontist)4.7★ (435)—
3Brookline Progressive Dental Team75Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (480)—
4Alpha Plus Dental Center74Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (544)—
5Smiles For Life Brookline74Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (109)—
6The Center for Pediatric Dental Care & Orthodontics73Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (291)2
7Brookline Dental Specialists - Coolidge Corner72Yes (orthodontist)4.7★ (348)—
8Beacon Dental Center Brookline70Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (327)—
9Brookline Dental Wellness70Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (291)—
10Dental Partners of Brookline70Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (463)—

The 18 best braces dentists in Brookline, 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.

  16. #16 Longwood Dental Group

    1842 Beacon St, Brookline, MA 02445, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for braces in Brookline: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–5 PM · Tue 7 AM–8 PM · Wed 7 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri 7 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Longwood Dental GroupFull profile(617) 928-8517
    In their words

    At Longwood Dental Group, we offer all the dental services you need for a beautiful smile including dental implants, Invisalign and cleanings! Whether you’re seeking routine dental maintenance – or need more work – our dentists can do everything within our conveniently located Brookline dentist office.

    From Longwood Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  17. #17 CITIDental Brookline

    637 Washington St Ste 210, Brookline, MA 02446, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for braces in Brookline 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–6 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at CITIDental BrooklineFull profile(617) 566-4420
    In their words

    Your smile is one of your most valuable assets. At CITIDental Brookline, we partner with you to keep it in top condition. Located in Brookline, MA, we serve patients from Boston, Newton, and the surrounding area. We offer a full array of cosmetic dental procedures, including veneers, implants, crowns and bridges, composite bonding, and many others.

    From CITIDental Brookline's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 Comfort Dental Care of Brookline

    1842 Beacon St STE 102, Brookline, MA 02445

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for braces in Brookline 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 closed · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Comfort Dental Care of BrooklineFull profile(617) 738-1232

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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.

15 of Brookline's 18 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Brookline

How much do braces cost in Brookline?

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

How much do braces cost in Brookline?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$4,050–$9,450DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—
Ceramic braces$5,400–$10,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—
Self-ligating braces$4,750–$10,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—
Lingual braces$10,800–$16,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—

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

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 Brookline braces dentists

We scored 18 Brookline clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Brookline data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsMeasured
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 Brookline: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Brookline?

Brookline Orthodontic Associates ranks #1 of 18 Brookline clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 4.8★ from 47 Google reviews. Gentle Dental Brookline ranks #2 (an orthodontist on staff). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an orthodontist on staff.

How much do braces cost in Brookline, MA?

Braces in Brookline typically costs $4,050–$9,450 USD. By type: metal braces $4,050–$9,450; ceramic braces $5,400–$10,800; self-ligating braces $4,750–$10,800. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Brookline do braces?

Yes. 3 of the 18 Brookline clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 15 list an orthodontist on staff. 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 Massachusetts?

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 Brookline braces dentists are open on Saturday?

7 of 18 Brookline clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Gentle Dental Brookline, Alpha Plus Dental Center and Smiles For Life Brookline. 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 Brookline?

18 Brookline clinics list braces in our data. 15 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Brookline Orthodontic Associates and Gentle Dental Brookline. 7 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 15 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Brookline

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 67 clinics.

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