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Best Braces Dentists in Chelmsford, MA (2026)

7 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 6 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

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    Best overall for braces: Phillis Orthodontics, PC, ranked #1 of 7 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 256 Google reviews, 4 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

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    Best specialist (orthodontist): Gentle Dental Chelmsford, an orthodontist on staff, 4.5★ from 584 Google reviews, evening hours and Saturday hours.

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7 Chelmsford clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 6 list an orthodontist and 1 opens Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 6 of them.

Top 7 braces dentists in Chelmsford at a glance

Top 7 braces dentists in Chelmsford at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Phillis Orthodontics, PC80Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (256)4
2Gentle Dental Chelmsford74Yes (orthodontist)4.5★ (584)—
3Orthodontic Associates of New England71Yes (orthodontist)4.7★ (57)3
4Smiles By Stylos - Chelmsford70Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (229)—
5New England Dental Group68Yes (orthodontist)4.6★ (114)—
6Dr. Linda J. Krebs, DDS (Orthodontic Solutions For Children and Adults)68Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (51)1
7Center For Adult Dental Care33———

The 7 best braces dentists in Chelmsford, 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.

  7. #7 Center For Adult Dental Care

    3 Courthouse Ln, Chelmsford, MA 01824

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for braces in Chelmsford 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–Tue closed · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Center For Adult Dental CareFull profile(978) 254-2487

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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.

6 of Chelmsford's 7 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Chelmsford

How much do braces cost in Chelmsford?

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

How much do braces cost in Chelmsford?
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 Chelmsford

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 Chelmsford braces dentists

We scored 7 Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Chelmsford?

Phillis Orthodontics, PC ranks #1 of 7 Chelmsford clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 256 Google reviews. Gentle Dental Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford, MA?

Braces in Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford do braces?

Yes. 1 of the 7 Chelmsford clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 6 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 Chelmsford braces dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 7 Chelmsford clinics offering braces lists Saturday hours, including Gentle Dental Chelmsford. 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 Chelmsford?

7 Chelmsford clinics list braces in our data. 6 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Phillis Orthodontics, PC and Gentle Dental Chelmsford. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 6 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Chelmsford

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 30 clinics.

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