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Best Braces Dentists in Newport, RI (2026)

21 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 2 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for braces: Forster Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 21 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 126 Google reviews, 1 of 20 collected reviews mentions braces.

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    Best specialist (orthodontist): Carlson Richard H DDS, an orthodontist on staff.

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21 Newport clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 2 list an orthodontist and 1 opens after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Newport at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Newport at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Forster Orthodontics76Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (126)1
2Catallozzi Megan K DDS67———
3Columpar Jr Charles P DDS67———
4Costello John R DDS67———
5Dentist Newport RI67———
6Dr. Nicholas Baldelli67———
7Feinberg Alan R DDS67———
8Jasma Patel67———
9Light Spa of Ri67———
10Sunderland Bruce N DDS67———

The 21 best braces dentists in Newport, 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.

  13. #13 Dr. Neil A. Rosenberg, DDS

    172 Bellevue Ave #218, Newport, RI 02840, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for braces in Newport: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Neil A. Rosenberg, DDSFull profile

  15. #15 Newport Pediatric Dentistry

    15 Old Beach Rd, Newport, RI 02840

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for braces in Newport 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–Wed 7:30 AM–4 PM · Thu 7 AM–2:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Newport Pediatric DentistryFull profile(401) 849-4790

  16. #16 East Bay Community Action Program

    19 Broadway, Newport, RI 02840, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for braces in Newport 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–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at East Bay Community Action ProgramFull profile(401) 848-6697

  18. #18 Naval Health Clinic New England

    43 Smith Rd Bldg. 23, Newport, RI 02841

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for braces in Newport 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 7:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Naval Health Clinic New EnglandFull profile(401) 841-3771

  19. #19 Dr. Ernest M. Violet, DMD

    65 Touro St #2, Newport, RI 02840

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for braces in Newport 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–Tue 7:30 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Ernest M. Violet, DMDFull profile(401) 847-4040

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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.

2 of Newport's 21 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Newport

How much do braces cost in Newport?

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

How much do braces cost in Newport?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$3,000–$7,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Rhode Island—
Ceramic braces$4,000–$8,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Rhode Island—
Self-ligating braces$3,500–$8,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Rhode Island—
Lingual braces$8,000–$12,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Rhode Island—

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

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 Newport braces dentists

We scored 21 Newport 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 Newport 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 Newport: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Newport?

Forster Orthodontics ranks #1 of 21 Newport clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 126 Google reviews. Catallozzi Megan K DDS 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 Newport, RI?

Braces in Newport typically costs $3,000–$7,000 USD. By type: metal braces $3,000–$7,000; ceramic braces $4,000–$8,000; self-ligating braces $3,500–$8,000. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Rhode Island. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Newport do braces?

Yes. 19 of the 21 Newport clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 2 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 Rhode Island?

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.

How many dentists offer braces in Newport?

21 Newport clinics list braces in our data. 2 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Forster Orthodontics and Carlson Richard H DDS. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Newport

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 25 clinics.

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