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Best Braces Dentists in East Orange, NJ (2026)

25 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 1 orthodontist0 paid placementsHow we rank →

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    Best overall for braces: Quality Gentle Dental Care | Roman Khodosh DDS PC, ranked #1 of 25 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 297 Google reviews, Saturday hours.

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25 East Orange clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 lists an orthodontist and 10 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in East Orange at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in East Orange at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)
1Quality Gentle Dental Care | Roman Khodosh DDS PC77Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (297)
2Maria A. Cuesta, DMD73——
3Navleen K. Thind, DDS67——
4All Community Dental Center67——
5Dr. Carl L. Mcgloster, DDS67——
6Dr. Michael J. Simon, DDS67——
7Dr. Pavon, Dentist,67——
8Dr. Prachi Shah67——
9Dr. Samuel Tatem67——
10Dr. Sergio Bueno, DMD67——

The 25 best braces dentists in East Orange, 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 Academy Dental

    134 Evergreen Pl #101, East Orange, NJ 07018

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for braces in East Orange: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue–Wed 8:30 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Academy DentalFull profile(973) 968-6700

  20. #20 Orange Dental Group

    85 S Harrison St Ste 103, East Orange, NJ 07018, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for braces in East Orange: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Orange Dental GroupFull profile(973) 676-5310
    In their words

    Orange Dental Group in East Orange is led by our team of exceptional doctors and specialists. Our state of the art office offers general, cosmetic, and restorative dental procedures including dental implants, crowns, bridges, dentures, tooth extractions, root canals, & more. Our amazing team uses the latest and most precise techniques and equipment to help you achieve and maintain a beautiful, healthy smile. To make an appointment for a free consultation just give us a call…

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

  22. #22 Maria A. Barden, DMD

    126 Elliott Pl, East Orange, NJ 07018

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in East Orange: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–6 PM · Tue 1 PM–6 PM · Wed closed · Thu 1 PM–6 PM · Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Maria A. Barden, DMDFull profile(973) 674-0098

  24. #24 NÜVA Smile

    85 S Harrison St # 103

    40/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in East Orange on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    • Speaks English
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at NÜVA SmileFull profile(973) 676-5310
    In their words

    Our East Orange, NJ, location is currently under renovation to become more modern and advanced to help meet every dental need. We look forward to welcoming all our Orange and Essex County patients to our newly transformed location.

    From NÜVA Smile's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Halsted Commons Dental Center

    15 Halsted St #200, East Orange, NJ 07018

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in East Orange 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–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Halsted Commons Dental CenterFull profile(973) 674-0999

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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.

1 of East Orange's 25 clinics offering braces has an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in East Orange

How much do braces cost in East Orange?

Typical ranges in USD for East Orange, NJ. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do braces cost in East Orange?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$3,900–$9,100DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—
Ceramic braces$5,200–$10,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—
Self-ligating braces$4,550–$10,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—
Lingual braces$10,400–$15,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—

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

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 East Orange braces dentists

We scored 25 East Orange 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). 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 East Orange 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 East Orange: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in East Orange?

Quality Gentle Dental Care | Roman Khodosh DDS PC ranks #1 of 25 East Orange clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 4.9★ from 297 Google reviews. Maria A. Cuesta, 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 East Orange, NJ?

Braces in East Orange typically costs $3,900–$9,100 USD. By type: metal braces $3,900–$9,100; ceramic braces $5,200–$10,400; self-ligating braces $4,550–$10,400. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in East Orange do braces?

Yes. 24 of the 25 East Orange clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 1 lists 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 New Jersey?

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 East Orange braces dentists are open on Saturday?

10 of 25 East Orange clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Quality Gentle Dental Care | Roman Khodosh DDS PC, Navleen K. Thind, DDS and Academy 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 East Orange?

25 East Orange clinics list braces in our data. 1 of them lists an orthodontist on staff. They include Quality Gentle Dental Care | Roman Khodosh DDS PC. 10 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for East Orange

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 27 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.

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