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Best Braces Dentists in Merrick, NY (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Evenly Orthodontics Merrick, ranked #1 of 31 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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31 Merrick clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 14 open Saturdays and 11 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 Merrick at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Merrick at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Evenly Orthodontics Merrick73
2Merrick Dental Arts73
3Aldo J. Perrino, D.D.S. General And Cosmetic Dentistry67
4Collins Angela DDS67
5Dr. David Sukoff67
6Dr. James M. Hensley, DDS67
7Dr. Louis J. Guzman, DMD67
8Dr. Michael Shaffer67
9Dr. Richard Ciccone67
10Dr. Steven D'abundo67

The 31 best braces dentists in Merrick, 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 Merrick

    #1 Evenly Orthodontics Merrick

    1955 Merrick Rd Suite 206, Merrick, NY 11566

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for braces in Merrick 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 Evenly Orthodontics MerrickFull profile(800) 500-0493
    In their words

    Evenly Orthodontics, the Invisalign Expert, is the nations's leading provider of Invisalign teeth straightening. Call or visit the site today to book your free consultation at our Merrick location and see how quickly you could have the smile you always wanted, all backed by the Evenly Guarantee. Come see why people love Evenly.

    From Evenly Orthodontics Merrick's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  16. #16 Dr. Gary Morganstern

    2559 Linden Ln, Merrick, NY 11566

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for braces in Merrick: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Gary MorgansternFull profile(516) 868-0200

  17. #17 Dr. Charles J. Puglisi, DMD

    1785 Merrick Ave N, Merrick, NY 11566

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for braces in Merrick: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–3 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–8 PM · Thu 9 AM–3 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Charles J. Puglisi, DMDFull profile(516) 378-1551

  18. #18 Polished Dental Care

    31 Merrick Ave, Merrick, NY 11566

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for braces in Merrick: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–3 PM · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–5:30 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Polished Dental CareFull profile(516) 344-5353

  19. #19 Dental Laser Care Associates

    56 Merrick Ave, Merrick, NY 11566, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for braces in Merrick: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Fri 9:30 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dental Laser Care AssociatesFull profile(516) 378-7222
    In their words

    A brilliant smile starts from the inside out, which is why it’s never too late to start taking better care of your teeth with using either laser dentistry or cosmetic dentistry.

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

  20. #20 Perrino Family Dentistry

    1808 Merrick Rd, Merrick, NY 11566, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for braces in Merrick: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 12 PM–8 PM · Tue 11 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–8 PM · Thu 9 AM–5:30 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Perrino Family DentistryFull profile(516) 378-7070
    In their words

    You’ll be amazed at how enjoyable a trip to the dentist can be! Our family owned dental practice is committed to providing the highest quality dental treatment. Our comfortable and caring environment is perfect for family members of all ages. We offer a wide variety of services, including implants, Invisalign, veneers, Botox and oral sleep apnea appliances as well as routine and cosmetic dental care. We value your time and pride ourselves on punctuality with minimal time in…

    From Perrino Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Concetta Mangiaracina, DDS, PLLC

    1955 Merrick Rd Suite 101, Merrick, NY 11566, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in Merrick: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 9 AM–2 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Concetta Mangiaracina, DDS, PLLCFull profile(516) 665-2388

  22. #22 Dr. Yanina Krayevsky, DDS

    31 Merrick Ave Suite 140, Merrick, NY 11566

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Merrick: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu closed · Fri 10 AM–3 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Yanina Krayevsky, DDSFull profile(516) 889-8600

  24. #24 Garfield & Kramer & D'abundo

    2116 Merrick Ave, Merrick, NY 11566

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Merrick: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Garfield & Kramer & D'abundoFull profile(516) 546-1444

All 31 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #31, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Khan Orthodontic Group -- Merrick Office47Sat
27MERRICK ORAL SURGERY47Sat
28Merrick Pediatric Dentistry - Dr. Rania Elbaz47Sat
29Progressive Dentistry, Steven M. Levy, DMD47Evenings
30Root Canal Dentist Seaford | Dental Office Seaford47Evenings
31Ciccone Orthodontics47Sat

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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 Merrick's 31 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Merrick

How much do braces cost in Merrick?

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

How much do braces cost in Merrick?
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 Merrick

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 Merrick braces dentists

We scored 31 Merrick clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 5 were excluded (5 duplicate listings). 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 Merrick 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 Merrick: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Merrick?

Evenly Orthodontics Merrick ranks #1 of 31 Merrick clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Merrick Dental Arts 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 Merrick, NY?

Braces in Merrick 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 Merrick do braces?

Yes. None of the 31 Merrick 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 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.

Which Merrick braces dentists are open on Saturday?

14 of 31 Merrick clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Dr. Gary Morganstern, Dr. Charles J. Puglisi, DMD and Polished Dental Care. 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 Merrick?

31 Merrick clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 14 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Merrick

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 34 clinics.
  2. : 5 duplicate listings merged.

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