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Best Braces Dentists in Lowell, MA (2026)

51 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 5 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

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    Best overall for braces: Lowell Kids Dentistry, ranked #1 of 51 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 175 Google reviews.

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    Best specialist (orthodontist): Reichheld Ting Orthodontics - Lowell, an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 300 Google reviews, 7 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

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51 Lowell clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 5 list an orthodontist, 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 11 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 5 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Lowell at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Lowell at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning bracesSame-day
1Lowell Kids Dentistry92Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (175)——
2Reichheld Ting Orthodontics - Lowell81Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (300)7—
3The Braces Place Of Lowell78Yes (orthodontist)4.7★ (463)6—
4Lowell Braces77Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (254)5—
5Dr. Levi N Helphinstine DDS77———Yes
6Smilebliss Orthodontics77Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (224)3—
7All Smile Care73————
8Emergency Dental Care73————
9Lowell Dentistry For Children73————
10Smiley Dental Lowell73————

The 51 best braces dentists in Lowell, 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.

  7. #7 All Smile Care

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for braces in Lowell 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

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    In their words

    At All Smile Care in Lowell, MA our team of dentists knows that preserving your oral health is an essential component of your overall wellness. Whether you're interested in a cosmetic procedure or are looking for dental implants, you can trust us to produce excellent results with a gentle touch. Some of the dental services we offer include: CEREC® - Same Day Crowns, Partial and Full Dentures, Invisalign, Dental Implants, Root Canal Therapy and more. We know that finding a…

    From All Smile Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  8. #8 Emergency Dental Care

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for braces in Lowell 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

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    In their words

    We appreciate you for looking at Emergency Dental Care as your local dentistry professional. Our staff offers services like emergency dental care, pediatric care, family dental, and emergency denture repair. We also offer excellent general dentistry services as well! At the moment, we are not able to take walk-in patients, so please schedule an appointment today. Our phones are manned 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including weekends and holidays! If you're in need of…

    From Emergency Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  10. #10 Smiley Dental Lowell

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for braces in Lowell 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 Smiley Dental LowellFull profile
    In their words

    Smiley Dental is a family owned, leading dental provider of New England. With over 4 locations in Lowell, Roslindale, Beverly and Fairhaven, we strive to provide exceptional dental care to patients of all ages. We are a multi-specialty practice offering General Dentistry, Endodontics, Implantology, Periodontics and Pediatric dentistry. We accept major insurances including Dental Dental, Cigna Dental, Aetna, BCBS, UnitedHealthCare, Guardian, MassHealth, MetLife, Ameritas and…

    From Smiley Dental Lowell's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 51 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #51, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Premal Patel67
27Ross Family Dentistry67
28University Ave Dental Building67
29EXCEL DENTAL LOWELL57Evenings · Sat
30Dr. Dental53Evenings · Sat
31Lowell Family Dental Practice47Sat
32Dr. John Boss, DMD47Evenings
33Bright Smiles Dental47Sat
34Kangaroo Smiles Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics- Children's Dentistry47Sat
35Community Dentists: Scannell Mary DMD47Sat
36Pailin Dental Center47Sat
37Gateway Family Dental47Evenings
38Young Dentistry, PC47Evenings
39Abboud Mallouh DDS43Sat
40Dental Dreams - Lowell43Sat
41Dental Quest43Sat
42Marisa Ramos, D.M.D.43Evenings
43Vihangi Thakore DMD37
44HEALTHY TEETH37
45Premier Dental37
46United Dental37
47Community Dentists of Lowell37
48Lowell, Nashua & Chelmsford Oral Surgery33
49Dr. Michael D. Athanasoulas, DDS33
50Pappey Theodore N DDS33
51Dental Surgery of Massachusetts Offers the Following Oral Surgery Services33

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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.

5 of Lowell's 51 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Lowell

How much do braces cost in Lowell?

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

How much do braces cost in Lowell?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$4,050–$9,450DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—
Ceramic braces$5,400–$10,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—
Self-ligating braces$4,750–$10,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—
Lingual braces$10,800–$16,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—

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

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 Lowell braces dentists

We scored 51 Lowell 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.

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 Lowell 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 Lowell: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Lowell?

Lowell Kids Dentistry ranks #1 of 51 Lowell clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 175 Google reviews. Reichheld Ting Orthodontics - Lowell ranks #2 (an orthodontist on staff). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an orthodontist on staff.

How much do braces cost in Lowell, MA?

Braces in Lowell typically costs $4,050–$9,450 USD. By type: metal braces $4,050–$9,450; ceramic braces $5,400–$10,800; self-ligating braces $4,750–$10,800. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Lowell do braces?

Yes. 46 of the 51 Lowell clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 5 list 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 Massachusetts?

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 Lowell braces dentists are open on Saturday?

11 of 51 Lowell clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Dr. Levi N Helphinstine DDS, EXCEL DENTAL LOWELL and Dr. Dental. 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 Lowell?

51 Lowell clinics list braces in our data. 5 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Lowell Kids Dentistry and Reichheld Ting Orthodontics - Lowell. 11 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 5 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Lowell

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 57 clinics.

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