5 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 5 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →
Best overall for braces: Steinway Family Dental Center, ranked #1 of 5 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 4.7★ from 1,137 Google reviews, evening hours.
Best specialist (orthodontist): LIC Dental Associates, an orthodontist on staff, 4.8★ from 349 Google reviews, evening hours and Saturday hours.
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5 Long Island City clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 5 list an orthodontist and 3 open Saturdays.
| Rank | Clinic | Service score | Specialist on staff | Rating (reviews) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Steinway Family Dental Center | 75 | Yes (orthodontist) | 4.7★ (1,137) |
| 2 | LIC Dental Associates | 75 | Yes (orthodontist) | 4.8★ (349) |
| 3 | Mamut Dentistry | 71 | Yes (orthodontist) | 4.9★ (183) |
| 4 | Court Square Dentistry | 71 | Yes (orthodontist) | 4.4★ (245) |
| 5 | Arbor: A Dental Concept | 68 | Yes (orthodontist) | 4.8★ (118) |
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 Long Island City
32-50 Steinway St, Long Island City, NY 11103
Ranked #1 for braces in Long Island City: an orthodontist on staff; 4.7★ from 1,137 Google reviews.
50-02 5th St, Long Island City, NY 11101
Ranked #2 for braces in Long Island City: an orthodontist on staff; 4.8★ from 349 Google reviews.
30-46 35th St, Long Island City, NY 11103
Ranked #3 for braces in Long Island City: an orthodontist on staff; 4.9★ from 183 Google reviews.
24-24 Jackson Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101
Ranked #4 for braces in Long Island City: an orthodontist on staff; 4.4★ from 245 Google reviews.
2727 44th Dr, Long Island City, NY 11101
Ranked #5 for braces in Long Island City: an orthodontist on staff; 4.8★ from 118 Google reviews.
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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.
5 of Long Island City's 5 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Long Island City
Typical ranges in USD for Long Island City, NY. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.
| Type | Typical range (USD) | Basis | As of |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | $4,350–$10,200 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York | — |
| Ceramic braces | $5,800–$11,600 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York | — |
| Self-ligating braces | $5,100–$11,600 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York | — |
| Lingual braces | $11,600–$17,400 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York | — |
Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full braces cost guide for Long Island City
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 5 Long Island City clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.
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| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Long Island City data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 45% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Review volume | 15% | log10(review count) against the city maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews in the last 12 months | Measured |
| 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 |