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Best Braces Dentists in Hickory Hills, IL (2026)

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

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    Best overall for braces: Dental Ave & Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 11 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 196 Google reviews, 1 of 20 collected reviews mentions braces.

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11 Hickory Hills clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 lists an orthodontist and 7 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Hickory Hills at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Hickory Hills at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Dental Ave & Orthodontics82Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (196)1
2Dental Office67———
3Dr. Nicholas Chionis67———
4Maciejauskas Ramune DDS67———
5Simona Ziliute67———
6Signature Dental Care57———
7Dr. Daniel J Healy DDS53———
8Hickory Hills Dental Center: Ruby Brian D DDS53———
9Hickory Dentistry47———
10Hickory Dental: Jovita Kerelis, DDS47———

The 11 best braces dentists in Hickory Hills, 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 Signature Dental Care

    9055 S Roberts Rd, Hickory Hills, IL 60457

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed closed · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Signature Dental Care, our dental office provides all the dental services needed for the whole family. Is it time for a checkup or would you like to talk to the best dentist about cosmetic dentistry? Treatments include preventive dentistry such as dental sealants, fluoride treatment, emergency dental care, and more. Restoration and cosmetic services are also offered by an experienced restorative dentist, including oral surgery. We proudly serve the Hickory Hills and Palos…

    From Signature Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #7 Dr. Daniel J Healy DDS

    8700 95th St #1, Hickory Hills, IL 60457

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for braces in Hickory Hills: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 8:30 AM–6 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–4 PM · Thu 11 AM–7 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–3 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #8 Hickory Hills Dental Center: Ruby Brian D DDS

    8611 95th St, Hickory Hills, IL 60457

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for braces in Hickory Hills: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue 12 PM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–3 PM · Thu closed · Fri–Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #9 Hickory Dentistry

    8071 W 95th St, Hickory Hills, IL 60457

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for braces in Hickory Hills: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Hickory Hills Dentist, Hickory Dentistry, is an experienced general dental practice with a focus on providing excellent personalized care to patients from the Hickory Hills area. We utilize modern technology and advanced techniques to ensure your treatment is efficient, effective, and comfortable. Dr. Rahul Jadhav and our compassionate team are welcoming new patients to our convenient Hickory Hills dental office. Our dentistry services include: Preventive dentistry…

    From Hickory Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #10 Hickory Dental: Jovita Kerelis, DDS

    9525 S 79th Ave, Hickory Hills, IL 60457

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for braces in Hickory Hills: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 12 PM–6 PM · Wed closed · Thu 8:30 AM–2 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8:30 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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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 Hickory Hills's 11 clinics offering braces has an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Hickory Hills

How much do braces cost in Hickory Hills?

Typical ranges in USD for Hickory Hills, IL. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do braces cost in Hickory Hills?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$3,450–$8,050DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
Ceramic braces$4,600–$9,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
Self-ligating braces$4,000–$9,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
Lingual braces$9,200–$13,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—

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

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 Hickory Hills braces dentists

We scored 11 Hickory Hills 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 Hickory Hills 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 Hickory Hills: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Hickory Hills?

Dental Ave & Orthodontics ranks #1 of 11 Hickory Hills clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 4.9★ from 196 Google reviews. Dental Office 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 Hickory Hills, IL?

Braces in Hickory Hills typically costs $3,450–$8,050 USD. By type: metal braces $3,450–$8,050; ceramic braces $4,600–$9,200; self-ligating braces $4,000–$9,200. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Hickory Hills do braces?

Yes. 10 of the 11 Hickory Hills 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 Illinois?

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 Hickory Hills braces dentists are open on Saturday?

7 of 11 Hickory Hills clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Dental Ave & Orthodontics, Signature Dental Care and Dr. Daniel J Healy DDS. 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 Hickory Hills?

11 Hickory Hills clinics list braces in our data. 1 of them lists an orthodontist on staff. They include Dental Ave & Orthodontics. 7 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Hickory Hills

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 12 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.