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Best Braces Dentists in Montclair, NJ (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for braces: Spain Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 6 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 13 Google reviews, 5 of 13 collected reviews mention braces.

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    Best specialist (orthodontist): Montclair South Dental, an orthodontist on staff, 4.8★ from 511 Google reviews.

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6 Montclair clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 5 list an orthodontist and 2 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 5 of them.

Top 6 braces dentists in Montclair at a glance

Top 6 braces dentists in Montclair at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Spain Orthodontics88Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (13)5
2Montclair South Dental83Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (511)—
3Papasikos Orthodontics78Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (438)1
4Sparkles Dentistry for Children74Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (117)1
5Edgemont Dental Arts and Dental Implant Center73Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (42)—
6Mountainside Dental Clinic37———

The 6 best braces dentists in Montclair, 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.

  6. #6 Mountainside Dental Clinic

    1 Bay Ave, Montclair, NJ 07042

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for braces in Montclair on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Mountainside Dental ClinicFull profile(973) 429-6887
    In their words

    Our fully equipped dental office accepts patients from the community. Our staff - which includes dental residents who have completed their studies at U.S. dental schools and are well-prepared to provide excellent care under the supervision of distinguished, experienced dentists - is ready to handle both routine, preventive appointments and urgent dental emergencies. The Dental Services are overseen by a full-time Program Director.

    From Mountainside Dental Clinic's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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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 Montclair's 6 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Montclair

How much do braces cost in Montclair?

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

How much do braces cost in Montclair?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$3,900–$9,100DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—
Ceramic braces$5,200–$10,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—
Self-ligating braces$4,550–$10,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—
Lingual braces$10,400–$15,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—

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

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 Montclair braces dentists

We scored 6 Montclair 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 Montclair 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 Montclair: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Montclair?

Spain Orthodontics ranks #1 of 6 Montclair clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 4.9★ from 13 Google reviews. Montclair South Dental 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 Montclair, NJ?

Braces in Montclair typically costs $3,900–$9,100 USD. By type: metal braces $3,900–$9,100; ceramic braces $5,200–$10,400; self-ligating braces $4,550–$10,400. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Montclair do braces?

Yes. 1 of the 6 Montclair 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 New Jersey?

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 Montclair braces dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 6 Montclair clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Sparkles Dentistry for Children and Edgemont Dental Arts and Dental Implant Center. 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 Montclair?

6 Montclair clinics list braces in our data. 5 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Spain Orthodontics and Montclair South Dental. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 5 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Montclair

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 31 clinics.

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