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Best Braces Dentists in Johnstown, PA (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Dental Care Associates - Johnstown, ranked #1 of 46 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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46 Johnstown clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays and 5 open after 6pm. None list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 braces dentists in Johnstown at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Johnstown at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dental Care Associates - Johnstown73
2Michael Z. Rice, DDS73
3The TLC Dentist - Dr Dimitri Lucas73
4Bach Thomas J DDS67
5Bingler Judy67
6Chestnut Hills Dental Johnstown Upper Yoder67
7Dr. George Monios, DMD67
8Fisher Amy67
9G Oral Surgery67
10Gress George H DDS67

The 46 best braces dentists in Johnstown, 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. Ranked #1 for braces in Johnstown

    #1 Dental Care Associates - Johnstown

    1415 Eisenhower Blvd, Johnstown, PA 15904, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for braces in Johnstown 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 Dental Care Associates - JohnstownFull profile(814) 269-3627
    In their words

    Dental Care Associates was founded in 1979 and now has five offices in Central Pennsylvania The first office was opened in Williamsport in 1979. Over the next five years, offices were also opened in Holidaysburg (1980), Johnstown (1981), Greensburg (1982), and Selinsgrove (1984). Our dentists are supported by a team of experienced dental assistants and licensed dental hygienists. Skilled laboratory technicians at our on-site dental care labs fabricate full and partial…

    From Dental Care Associates - Johnstown's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  3. #3 The TLC Dentist - Dr Dimitri Lucas

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for braces in Johnstown 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 The TLC Dentist - Dr Dimitri LucasFull profile
    In their words

    At The TLC Dentist, we know how difficult it can be to make time to see the dentist. That's why we take appointments until 6:30pm Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays and we're open on Saturdays until 2pm! We provide quality dental care at a time that's convenient to you.

    From The TLC Dentist - Dr Dimitri Lucas's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Melissa Simasek, DMD

    241 Schoolhouse Rd, Johnstown, PA 15904

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Johnstown: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–3:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Melissa Simasek, DMDFull profile(814) 266-9535

All 46 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #46, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Family Dental Center: Walker John P DMD47Evenings
27Aspen Dental43Evenings
28Bauer George J DDS43Evenings
29Highlands Health43Evenings
30Moore Dentistry37
31Johnstown Endodontics | John R. Skoner, DMD, MDS37
32John Ridella, DMD, PC37
33Pursel Dental37
34Western PA Dental Sleep Medicine37
35Hilltop Dental Associates, PC37
36Kathy Percosky DDS, MBA, MHA, MS, PC37
37Michael Del Rosario37
38Somerset Dental Associates33
39Dr. Russell E. Moore, DMD33
40Ondrejik Timothy L Dr-Dentist33
41Pursel Dental, PC: Pursel Shannon DDS33
42Dr. Samuel C. Pollina, DMD33
43Gary Minchau, D.M.D.33
44Malone Matthew J DDS33
45Gentle Dentistry: Esposita Beth33
46Robbins Richard D DDS33

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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 Johnstown's 46 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Johnstown

How much do braces cost in Johnstown?

Typical ranges in USD for Johnstown, PA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do braces cost in Johnstown?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$3,000–$7,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania—
Ceramic braces$4,000–$8,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania—
Self-ligating braces$3,500–$8,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania—
Lingual braces$8,000–$12,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania—

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

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 Johnstown braces dentists

We scored 46 Johnstown 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.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Johnstown data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingNot yet collected
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumNot yet collected
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
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 Johnstown: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Johnstown?

Dental Care Associates - Johnstown ranks #1 of 46 Johnstown clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Michael Z. Rice, 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 Johnstown, PA?

Braces in Johnstown typically costs $3,000–$7,000 USD. By type: metal braces $3,000–$7,000; ceramic braces $4,000–$8,000; self-ligating braces $3,500–$8,000. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Johnstown do braces?

Yes. None of the 46 Johnstown 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 Pennsylvania?

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 Johnstown braces dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 46 Johnstown clinics offering braces lists Saturday hours, including James E Ference PC. 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 Johnstown?

46 Johnstown clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Johnstown

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 49 clinics.

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