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Best Braces Dentists in Johnson City, NY (2026)

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

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    Best overall for braces: Hatala Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 22 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 221 Google reviews, 3 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

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22 Johnson City clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 lists an orthodontist and 3 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Johnson City at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Johnson City at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Hatala Orthodontics78Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (221)3
2Dr. Charles M. Sostowski, DDS73———
3Dr. Kristina A. Vingelis, DDS73———
4Arbosheski Helena67———
5Dr. Jeffrey N. Miller, DMD67———
6Dr. Jerry Farrell67———
7Marusich James M DDS67———
8Scott R. Rollison, DDS Endodontics67———
9UHS Primary Care - Johnson City47———
10marcondental43———

The 22 best braces dentists in Johnson City, 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.

  3. #3 Dr. Kristina A. Vingelis, DDS

    145 Oakdale Rd, Johnson City, NY 13790, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for braces in Johnson City on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Kristina A. Vingelis, DDSFull profile(607) 217-5853
    In their words

    Don't wait to get the important care you need. At Ascension, we have changed the ways we provide care. In-person and virtual visits are available. When you need care, Ascension is committed to keeping you safe while you're receiving it. Our hospitals and clinics have implemented safety precautions to protect our patients and our care teams. From screening our associates to rigorous cleaning and disinfecting procedures, we are balancing care with caution. Call to discuss the…

    From Dr. Kristina A. Vingelis, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  9. #9 UHS Primary Care - Johnson City

    507 Main St, Johnson City, NY 13790

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for braces in Johnson City: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at UHS Primary Care - Johnson CityFull profile(607) 763-6075
    In their words

    UHS is a locally owned, not-for-profit, healthcare system with more than 60 locations in the area. UHS is the perfect place for you to find a New York primary care provider whose office becomes the home base for all your health care needs. We want to be more than just family practice medicine, your doctor will become your partner in your health care. That means making same day appointments available when you're sick, referring you to a specialist when you need one and…

    From UHS Primary Care - Johnson City's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  10. #10 marcondental

    190 Main St, Johnson City, NY 13790

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for braces in Johnson City: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 7:30 AM–7:30 PM · Tue 7:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 7 AM–2 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 7 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at marcondentalFull profile(607) 797-1310

  11. #11 Vingelis & Lee Family Dental pc

    145 Oakdale Rd, Johnson City, NY 13790

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for braces in Johnson City: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Vingelis & Lee Family Dental pcFull profile(607) 217-5853

  12. #12 Lalor Family Dental Administrative Offices

    13 Beech St, Johnson City, NY 13790

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for braces in Johnson City 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

    Book appointment at Lalor Family Dental Administrative OfficesFull profile(607) 754-2217

  13. #13 Missih Dental Care & Periodontics

    355 Riverside Dr, Johnson City, NY 13790

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for braces in Johnson City 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

    Book appointment at Missih Dental Care & PeriodonticsFull profile(607) 798-7188
    In their words

    Stay Up to Date With Your Regular Teeth Cleanings Get the care you need at our family dentistry in Syracuse, Vestal or Elmira, NY Finding the right dentist is important for your overall health care. If you're looking for a dentist in Syracuse, Vestal or Elmira, NY, turn to Missih Dental Care & Periodontics. Our dentists practice everything from family dentistry to sedation dentistry and cosmetic dentistry. We also offer emergency dental services to assist you as quickly as…

    From Missih Dental Care & Periodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  14. #14 Columbia Dental Group

    515 Columbia Dr, Johnson City, NY 13790

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for braces in Johnson City 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 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 7:30 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–6 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Columbia Dental GroupFull profile(607) 770-1122
    In their words

    Columbia Dental Group formed June 1, 2020, as a merger of two long-standing dental practices with the goal of providing modern, comprehensive dental care to patients of all ages. Our Doctors are Tom Bucker, Hayes Aronson, and Mike Sprague, formerly Carpathian Dental and Dr's Bill Marusich, Jim Marusich, and Roger Conti, formerly Marusich and Conti Dental. Columbia Dental Group offers years of experience with new technologies including 3-D Cone Beam CT technology, digital…

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

  15. #15 Oakdale Mall Dental, LLP

    601-635 Harry L Dr #46, Johnson City, NY 13790

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for braces in Johnson City 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–6 PM · Tue–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 10 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Oakdale Mall Dental, LLPFull profile(607) 770-8888

  16. #16 James L DeSantis DDS, MD

    535 Columbia Dr, Johnson City, NY 13790

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for braces in Johnson City 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–Wed 8:15 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:15 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at James L DeSantis DDS, MDFull profile(607) 729-5900

  17. #17 United Dental Services, PLLC

    361 Main St, Johnson City, NY 13790

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for braces in Johnson City 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–Thu 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at United Dental Services, PLLCFull profile(607) 773-3131

  18. #18 Snoring, Sleep Apnea & Oral Appliance Dentist - Dr. Thomas Bucker

    515 Columbia Dr, Johnson City, NY 13790, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for braces in Johnson City 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 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Snoring, Sleep Apnea & Oral Appliance Dentist - Dr. Thomas BuckerFull profile(607) 231-8563

  19. #19 Dr. William J. Kucko

    226 Oakdale Rd, Johnson City, NY 13790, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for braces in Johnson City 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 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. William J. KuckoFull profile(607) 729-6961

  20. #20 Dr. Jerome T. Farrell II DMD

    95 Riverside Dr, Johnson City, NY 13790, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for braces in Johnson City 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–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Jerome T. Farrell II DMDFull profile(607) 304-3993

  22. #22 Benware Jr John T DDS

    260 Riverside Dr #1, Johnson City, NY 13790, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Johnson City 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 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–12 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Benware Jr John T DDSFull profile(607) 722-6985

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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 Johnson City's 22 clinics offering braces has an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Johnson City

How much do braces cost in Johnson City?

Typical ranges in USD for Johnson City, NY. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do braces cost in Johnson City?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$4,350–$10,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
Ceramic braces$5,800–$11,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
Self-ligating braces$5,100–$11,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
Lingual braces$11,600–$17,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—

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

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 Johnson City braces dentists

We scored 22 Johnson City 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). 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 Johnson City 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 Johnson City: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Johnson City?

Hatala Orthodontics ranks #1 of 22 Johnson City clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 221 Google reviews. Dr. Charles M. Sostowski, DDS 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 Johnson City, NY?

Braces in Johnson City typically costs $4,350–$10,150 USD. By type: metal braces $4,350–$10,200; ceramic braces $5,800–$11,600; self-ligating braces $5,100–$11,600. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Johnson City do braces?

Yes. 21 of the 22 Johnson City 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 York?

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.

How many dentists offer braces in Johnson City?

22 Johnson City clinics list braces in our data. 1 of them lists an orthodontist on staff. They include Hatala Orthodontics. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Johnson City

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 24 clinics.
  2. : 3 duplicate listings merged.

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