77/100
Ranked #1 for braces in Farmington: an orthodontist on staff; 5.0★ from 128 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 128 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Best Braces Dentists in Farmington, CT (2026)
3 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 2 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall for braces: Cohen Family Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 3 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 128 Google reviews, 5 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.
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Best specialist (orthodontist): Dentist in Farmington CT | Advance Dental | Emergency and Oral Surgeon, an orthodontist on staff, 4.3★ from 75 Google reviews, evening hours and Saturday hours.
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3 Farmington clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 2 list an orthodontist and 1 opens Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them.
Top 3 braces dentists in Farmington at a glance
| Rank | Clinic | Service score | Specialist on staff | Rating (reviews) | Reviews mentioning braces |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cohen Family Orthodontics | 77 | Yes (orthodontist) | 5.0★ (128) | 5 |
| 2 | Dentist in Farmington CT | Advance Dental | Emergency and Oral Surgeon | 72 | Yes (orthodontist) | 4.3★ (75) | — |
| 3 | Valley Orthodontics | 33 | — | — | — |
The 3 best braces dentists in Farmington, 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.
#2 Dentist in Farmington CT | Advance Dental | Emergency and Oral Surgeon
15/A New Britain Ave #3, Unionville, CT 06085
72/100Ranked #2 for braces in Farmington: an orthodontist on staff; 4.3★ from 75 Google reviews.
- 4.3from 75 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–9 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
#3 Valley Orthodontics
801 Plainville Ave, Farmington, CT 06032
33/10030% of factors measuredRanked #3 for braces in Farmington 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 8:30 AM–6 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
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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.
2 of Farmington's 3 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Farmington
How much do braces cost in Farmington?
Typical ranges in USD for Farmington, CT. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.
| Type | Typical range (USD) | Basis | As of |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | $3,900–$9,100 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut | — |
| Ceramic braces | $5,200–$10,400 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut | — |
| Self-ligating braces | $4,550–$10,400 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut | — |
| Lingual braces | $10,400–$15,600 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut | — |
Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full braces cost guide for Farmington
What to expect from braces
Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.
| Fact | Typically |
|---|---|
| Typical visits | A consultation, a fitting visit, then adjustments every 4–8 weeks |
| Chair time | About 1–2 hours to fit; adjustments take 15–30 minutes |
| Recovery | Soreness for a few days after fitting and after adjustments |
| When to see a specialist | Most braces cases, and always for jaw growth issues, severe crowding or bite problems |
How we ranked Farmington braces dentists
We scored 3 Farmington 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Farmington data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 45% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Review volume | 15% | log10(review count) against the city maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews in the last 12 months | Measured |
| Access | 15% | Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patients | Measured |
| Services | 10% | Services offered out of 17 | Measured |
| Profile completeness | 5% | Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photos | Measured |
Braces in Farmington: frequently asked questions
Who is the best braces dentist in Farmington?
Cohen Family Orthodontics ranks #1 of 3 Farmington clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 128 Google reviews. Dentist in Farmington CT | Advance Dental | Emergency and Oral Surgeon 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 Farmington, CT?
Braces in Farmington 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 Connecticut. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.
Do general dentists in Farmington do braces?
Yes. 1 of the 3 Farmington clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 2 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 Connecticut?
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 Farmington braces dentists are open on Saturday?
1 of 3 Farmington clinics offering braces lists Saturday hours, including Dentist in Farmington CT | Advance Dental | Emergency and Oral Surgeon. 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 Farmington?
3 Farmington clinics list braces in our data. 2 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Cohen Family Orthodontics and Dentist in Farmington CT | Advance Dental | Emergency and Oral Surgeon. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.
Update log for Farmington
- : DR Scores recalculated for 26 clinics.
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