57/100
Ranked #1 for braces in Fords: evening hours and Saturday hours.
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 6 AM–10 PM · Sun closed
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Best Braces Dentists in Fords, NJ (2026)
3 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall for braces: Dental Clinic, ranked #1 of 3 by service score; evening hours and Saturday hours.
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3 Fords clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 3 open Saturdays and 1 opens after 6pm. None list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.
Top 3 braces dentists in Fords at a glance
| Rank | Clinic | Service score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dental Clinic | 57 |
| 2 | Dr. Stella Efthymiou-Backos, DDS | 47 |
| 3 | New Image Dental | 47 |
The 3 best braces dentists in Fords, 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.
Scores below: based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
#2 Dr. Stella Efthymiou-Backos, DDS
532 New Brunswick Ave, Fords, NJ 08863, United States
47/100Ranked #2 for braces in Fords: Saturday hours.
- Hours
- Mon–Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed closed · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
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#3 New Image Dental
541 Ford Ave, Fords, NJ 08863
47/100Ranked #3 for braces in Fords: Saturday hours.
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
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In their words
Dr. Cayetano L Farcon and Dr. Armie Bacarro Farcon are known for their gentle and creative touch. They enjoy helping each of their patients' improve their health, appearance, and self-esteem by creating the smile of their dreams, while maintaining the health and function of their teeth, gums and bite. Dr. Cayetano L Farcon graduated from Tufts University, Medford, Massachusetts in 1987. He earned his degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in 1992 and…
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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 Fords's 3 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Fords
How much do braces cost in Fords?
Typical ranges in USD for Fords, NJ. 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 New Jersey | — |
| Ceramic braces | $5,200–$10,400 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey | — |
| Self-ligating braces | $4,550–$10,400 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey | — |
| Lingual braces | $10,400–$15,600 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey | — |
Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full braces cost guide for Fords
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 Fords braces dentists
We scored 3 Fords clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Fords data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 45% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 15% | log10(review count) against the city maximum | Not yet collected |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews in the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| 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 Fords: frequently asked questions
Who is the best braces dentist in Fords?
Dental Clinic ranks #1 of 3 Fords clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has evening hours and Saturday hours. Dr. Stella Efthymiou-Backos, DDS ranks #2 (Saturday hours). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an orthodontist on staff.
How much do braces cost in Fords, NJ?
Braces in Fords 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 Fords do braces?
Yes. None of the 3 Fords 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 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 Fords braces dentists are open on Saturday?
3 of 3 Fords clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Dental Clinic, Dr. Stella Efthymiou-Backos, DDS and New Image 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 Fords?
3 Fords clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.
Update log for Fords
- : DR Scores recalculated for 3 clinics.
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