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Best Braces Dentists in Newark, NJ (2026)

57 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 3 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

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    Best overall for braces: ID Wellness Dental, ranked #1 of 57 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 311 Google reviews, evening hours and Saturday hours.

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    Best specialist (orthodontist): Jorge E Vallejo DMD, an orthodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 233 Google reviews, evening hours and Saturday hours.

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57 Newark clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 3 list an orthodontist and 29 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Newark at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Newark at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1ID Wellness Dental88Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (311)—
2Jorge E Vallejo DMD86Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (233)—
3Ironbound Braces78Yes (orthodontist)4.5★ (51)10
4Dental Center73———
5Cyrus Dental67———
6Dental Image67———
7Dr Sheldon Dentist67———
8Dr. Beverly Green67———
9Dr. Maria Galarza67———
10Dr. Marling S. Espinosa, DDS67———

The 57 best braces dentists in Newark, 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.

  22. #22 LQ Dental

    30 Ferry St, Newark, NJ 07105, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at LQ DentalFull profile(973) 957-9777
    In their words

    At LQ Dental, our goal is to help every patient establish a strong foundation for good oral health and enjoy the benefits of a beautiful smile. We provide skilled, compassionate, and gentle care tailored to individual needs. Our mercury-free practice offers the latest technology and leading treatment methods to give patients the smiles they’ve always wanted. It’s our firm belief that excellent treatment outcomes rely on successful partnerships in care. Talk to us about your…

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

  24. #24 Garden State Dental of Newark

    182 Ferry St, Newark, NJ 07105

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Garden State Dental of NewarkFull profile(973) 321-3108
    In their words

    The team of experts at Garden State Dental of Newark has all the experience and skill to address your oral health care needs. With comfortable services, convenient hours and flexible payment arrangements you will keep your mouth healthy, your teeth white and your smile as sunny as it can be. We accept most insurance plans and offer payment options to fit any budget.

    From Garden State Dental of Newark's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 57 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #57, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Bhavneet Singh, DDS57Evenings · Sat
27Nova Dental57Evenings · Sat
28Allstate Dental57Evenings · Sat
29Broadway Dental Group57Evenings · Sat
30My Smile Dental57Evenings · Sat
31Dental Excellence57Evenings · Sat
32Ironbond Dental Specialist53Evenings · Sat
3350 Commerce Dental Center47Sat
34Ironbound Dental Center: Krugman Gary J DDS47Sat
35Dr. Navneet K. Rai, DDS47Sat
36All City Dental Services47Sat
37Family Dentistry 2000 LLC47Sat
38Salinas & Ventura The Family Dentist Newark47Sat
39Dr. Lucia Arias, DDS47Sat
40Star Dental Clinic PC47Sat
41Advance Dental47Sat
42Advanced Dental Care PC47Evenings
43Cyrus Dental - Kurosh Haghighi DDS47Sat
44Park Place Dental Group47Evenings
45SN Family Dental Center43Sat
46Dr. Christopher J. Rochford, DMD43Sat
47MG Dental43Evenings
48Rutgers School of Dental Medicine43Sun
49Abra Dental - Formerly ChildSmiles43Sat
50Clinton Hill Dental Care43Sat
51Ironbound Dental Center37
52Jewish Renaissance Medical Center37
53Friendly Dental Center37
54Dental Health Associates, P.A.33
55Rutgers Health University Dental Associates33
56Darius Dental33
57Shelton Dental PA33

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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.

3 of Newark's 57 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Newark

How much do braces cost in Newark?

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

How much do braces cost in Newark?
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 Newark

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 Newark braces dentists

We scored 57 Newark clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 22 were excluded (22 duplicate listings). 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 Newark 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 Newark: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Newark?

ID Wellness Dental ranks #1 of 57 Newark clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 311 Google reviews. Jorge E Vallejo DMD 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 Newark, NJ?

Braces in Newark 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 Newark do braces?

Yes. 54 of the 57 Newark clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 3 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 Newark braces dentists are open on Saturday?

29 of 57 Newark clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including ID Wellness Dental, Jorge E Vallejo DMD and Ironbound Braces. 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 Newark?

57 Newark clinics list braces in our data. 3 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include ID Wellness Dental and Jorge E Vallejo DMD. 29 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Newark

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 79 clinics.
  2. : 22 duplicate listings merged.

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