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Best overall for braces: Palos Pediatric Dentistry: Richard Facko, DDS, MS, ranked #1 of 14 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 1,194 Google reviews.
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14 Palos Heights clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 lists an orthodontist and 7 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.
| Rank | Clinic | Service score | Specialist on staff | Rating (reviews) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Palos Pediatric Dentistry: Richard Facko, DDS, MS | 74 | Yes (orthodontist) | 5.0★ (1,194) |
| 2 | Archer Dental Specialists inc | 67 | — | — |
| 3 | Dr. Salma Faraz | 67 | — | — |
| 4 | Practice Limited Endo & Perio | 67 | — | — |
| 5 | College Drive Dental Associates | 57 | — | — |
| 6 | Dr. Brian J. Gambla | 57 | — | — |
| 7 | Gambla Dental | 57 | — | — |
| 8 | All Heart Dental | 57 | — | — |
| 9 | University Dental Center - Dr. Wally Habbal, DDS | 57 | — | — |
| 10 | Palos Dental Center | 47 | — | — |
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.
Ranked #1 for braces in Palos Heights
6446 W 127th St 2nd Floor, Palos Heights, IL 60463
Ranked #1 for braces in Palos Heights: an orthodontist on staff; 5.0★ from 1,194 Google reviews.
13303 S Ridgeland Ave A, Palos Heights, IL 60463
Ranked #2 for braces in Palos Heights on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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12040 S Harlem Ave, Palos Heights, IL 60463
Ranked #3 for braces in Palos Heights on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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7600 W College Dr # 2, Palos Heights, IL 60463, United States
Ranked #4 for braces in Palos Heights on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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Lower A, 7550 W College Dr # A, Palos Heights, IL 60463
Ranked #5 for braces in Palos Heights: evening hours and Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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College Drive Dental Associates in Palos Heights offers a full scope of dentistry to take care of all of your entire family. From routine exams, x-rays, and cleanings, to more complex restorative procedures, our dental team is here to help. We also specialize in periodontics and Invisalign. With 40 years caring for the oral health of our patients, our doctors and staff have the knowledge, skills, and compassion to help you achieve the bright, healthy smile you’ve always…
From College Drive Dental Associates's own description. Not part of the ranking.7350 W College Dr, Palos Heights, IL 60463
Ranked #6 for braces in Palos Heights: evening hours and Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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7350 W College Dr STE #105, Palos Heights, IL 60463
Ranked #7 for braces in Palos Heights: evening hours and Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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7804 W College Dr Suite 2NW, Palos Heights, IL 60463, United States
Ranked #8 for braces in Palos Heights: evening hours and Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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At All Heart Dental, our team is enthusiastic about providing expert dental work as well as making sure our patients have a healthy foundation for perfect oral hygiene. Our well-trained staff is dedicated to ensuring our high standards are met with every patient who walks in the door. Your comfort and health is our priority!
From All Heart Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.12612 S Harlem Ave, Palos Heights, IL 60463
Ranked #9 for braces in Palos Heights: evening hours and Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
12721 S Harlem Ave, Palos Heights, IL 60463, United States
Ranked #10 for braces in Palos Heights: Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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At Palos Dental Center, we value our patient relationships, making it our priority to deliver gentle compassionate care that you deserve from a dentist in Palos Heights, IL. We work hard to make you feel at ease by providing exceptional patient care in a relaxed, convenient atmosphere. We strive to develop lifelong relationships with our patients by combining the latest dental technology with a professional and compassionate staff. The result is a beautiful, healthy smile…
From Palos Dental Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.6446 W 127th St suite 1, Palos Heights, IL 60463, United States
Ranked #11 for braces in Palos Heights: evening hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
At Palos Heights Family Dental, we offer complete, comprehensive dental care for the whole family. We’re here to provide patients, whether young and old, with confident and healthy smiles so you can get back to doing the things you love. Let’s face it, if your dental treatments were more comfortable and effective, wouldn’t you want to go for routine exams more often? That’s what we strive for each and every day at Palos Heights Family Dental
From Palos Heights Family Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.11739 SW Hwy, Palos Heights, IL 60463
Ranked #12 for braces in Palos Heights: Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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Dr. Mazar Shuaipaj and Dr. Naim Shuaipaj bring to the Chicagoland area state of the Art technology with 5-star customer service. We support our community by accepting all major insurances as well. We are also accepting new patients. Enjoy our Website and welcome to our practice. We provide oral health services for Palos Heights, Illinois.
From Smiles in Style's own description. Not part of the ranking.7400 W College Dr, Palos Heights, IL 60463
Ranked #13 for braces in Palos Heights on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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6400 W College Dr #500, Palos Heights, IL 60463
Ranked #14 for braces in Palos Heights on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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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.
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.
1 of Palos Heights's 14 clinics offering braces has an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Palos Heights
Typical ranges in USD for Palos Heights, IL. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.
| Type | Typical range (USD) | Basis | As of |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | $3,450–$8,050 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois | — |
| Ceramic braces | $4,600–$9,200 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois | — |
| Self-ligating braces | $4,000–$9,200 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois | — |
| Lingual braces | $9,200–$13,800 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois | — |
Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full braces cost guide for Palos Heights
Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.
| Fact | Typically |
|---|---|
| Typical visits | A consultation, a fitting visit, then adjustments every 4–8 weeks |
| Chair time | About 1–2 hours to fit; adjustments take 15–30 minutes |
| Recovery | Soreness for a few days after fitting and after adjustments |
| When to see a specialist | Most braces cases, and always for jaw growth issues, severe crowding or bite problems |
We scored 14 Palos Heights clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 duplicate listings). Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.
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| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Palos Heights data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 45% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Review volume | 15% | log10(review count) against the city maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews in the last 12 months | Measured |
| Access | 15% | Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patients | Measured |
| Services | 10% | Services offered out of 17 | Measured |
| Profile completeness | 5% | Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photos | Measured |