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Best Braces Dentists in Chelsea, MA (2026)

19 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

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    Best overall for braces: Mystic Dental Studio, ranked #1 of 19 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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19 Chelsea clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 8 open Saturdays and 6 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 Chelsea at a glance

The 19 best braces dentists in Chelsea, 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.

  1. #6 Excel Dental Chelsea

    110 Park St UNIT #1, Chelsea, MA 02150

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for braces in Chelsea: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Our Excel Dental, we value our patient relationships, making it our priority to deliver gentle compassionate care that you deserve from a dentist in Everett. We work hard to make you feel at ease by providing exceptional patient care in a relaxed, convenient atmosphere. We strive to develop lifelong relationships with our patients by combining the latest dental technology with a professional and compassionate staff. The result is a beautiful, healthy smile that lasts a…

    From Excel Dental Chelsea's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #8 Trans Dental Care

    242 Everett Ave, Chelsea, MA 02150, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for braces in Chelsea: Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9:30 AM–5 PM · Tue 9:30 AM–12:30 PM · Wed 1 PM–5:30 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9:30 AM–12:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun 9 AM–4 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #10 Mass General: Chelsea HealthCare Center

    151 Everett Ave, Chelsea, MA 02150

    53/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–8 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #11 Cortland Dental

    1096 Revere Beach Pkwy, Chelsea, MA 02150

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for braces in Chelsea: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Cortland Dental serves the local Chelsea, MA community with a friendly and professional dental team to make dental visits simple and stress-free for patients of all ages. We accept most types of insurance and offer convenient payment options. Ask about our Resolution Dental Plan, which can save your family over $1,000 per year in dental needs!

    From Cortland Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #12 Chelsea Pediatric Dentistry

    950 Broadway #1c, Chelsea, MA 02150, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for braces in Chelsea: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Chelsea Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, we provide dental services for young children to teens. For the same reasons that you take your child to see a pediatrician, children benefit from seeing a pediatric dentist who specializes in handling their specific needs. Come see our office, where kids can have fun before and after their dental appointment. We have iPads, televisions at every chair, video games, a fun waiting room and a huge choice of prizes to reward a…

    From Chelsea Pediatric Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #14 Family Dental Care of Chelsea

    357 Broadway, Chelsea, MA 02150, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for braces in Chelsea: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 1 PM–5:30 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–1 PM · Thu–Fri 1 PM–5:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–12:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #16 Everett Childrens Dental Center

    100 Everett Ave STE 10, Chelsea, MA 02150

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for braces in Chelsea 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–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  8. #17 Chelsea Dental Associates

    109 Washington Ave, Chelsea, MA 02150, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for braces in Chelsea 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 9 AM–4 PM · Tue 9 AM–1 PM · Wed 9:30 AM–5 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  9. #18 Chelsea Orthodontics

    131 Arlington St, Chelsea, MA 02150

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for braces in Chelsea 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 10 AM–5 PM · Tue 10 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu closed · Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  10. #19 Affordable Family Dental

    59 Washington Ave, Chelsea, MA 02150, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for braces in Chelsea 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–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    We are proud to offer family-oriented dentistry in Chelsea, Massachusetts, and we love to see patients from Everett, Revere, Boston, Malden, Lynn and Saugus. No matter if you need a veneer, checkup, filling or crown, our team is here to care for you. Our team will make you feel at home and will know you and your family by name. We have dental services to meet the needs of everyone in your family, starting at age one and up. Our team is focused on helping you create your…

    From Affordable Family Dental'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 Chelsea's 19 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Chelsea

How much do braces cost in Chelsea?

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

How much do braces cost in Chelsea?
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 Chelsea

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 Chelsea braces dentists

We scored 19 Chelsea clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 3 were excluded (3 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 Chelsea 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 Chelsea: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Chelsea?

Mystic Dental Studio ranks #1 of 19 Chelsea clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Vandana Soni, DMD 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 Chelsea, MA?

Braces in Chelsea 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 Chelsea do braces?

Yes. None of the 19 Chelsea 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 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 Chelsea braces dentists are open on Saturday?

8 of 19 Chelsea clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Excel Dental Chelsea, Alpha Dental Chelsea and Trans Dental Care. 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 Chelsea?

19 Chelsea clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 8 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Chelsea

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 20 clinics.
  2. : 3 duplicate listings merged.