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Best overall for braces: Merwin Christopher R DDS, ranked #1 of 6 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.
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6 Lake Hopatcong clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 4 open Saturdays and 2 open after 6pm. None list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.
| Rank | Clinic | Service score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Merwin Christopher R DDS | 73 |
| 2 | O & E Dental Lab Inc | 67 |
| 3 | Lakeside Family Dental | 57 |
| 4 | Skylands Medical Group - Lake Hopatcong | 53 |
| 5 | Jefferson Family Dentistry (Dr. Enrique Giralt, DDS) | 47 |
| 6 | Erica Brunton DMD - Jefferson Family Smiles | 47 |
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.
Ranked #1 for braces in Lake Hopatcong
174 Edison Rd 1st floor, Lake Hopatcong, NJ 07849
Ranked #1 for braces in Lake Hopatcong 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
92 Ripplewood Dr, Lake Hopatcong, NJ 07849
Ranked #2 for braces in Lake Hopatcong 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
174 Edison Rd, Lake Hopatcong, NJ 07849, United States
Ranked #3 for braces in Lake Hopatcong: evening hours and Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
Lakeside Family Dental is focused on results, because we understand the important role your smile plays in how you look and feel. Our dental practice if patient focused, combining years of education and experience into customized treatments for every individual patient. For many people, visiting a dentist can be a very uncomfortable experience. We create a warm and relaxed atmosphere of comfort and care for you. Our friendly and helpful staff members are committed to putting…
From Lakeside Family Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.174 Edison Rd, Lake Hopatcong, NJ 07849
Ranked #4 for braces in Lake Hopatcong: evening hours and Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
706 NJ-15 #101, Lake Hopatcong, NJ 07849, United States
Ranked #5 for braces in Lake Hopatcong: Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
231 Espanong Rd, Lake Hopatcong, NJ 07849
Ranked #6 for braces in Lake Hopatcong: Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
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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.
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 Lake Hopatcong's 6 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Lake Hopatcong
Typical ranges in USD for Lake Hopatcong, 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 Lake Hopatcong
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 |
We scored 6 Lake Hopatcong 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 Lake Hopatcong 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 |