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Best Braces Dentists in Paterson, NJ (2026)

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

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    Best overall for braces: NÜVA Smile, ranked #1 of 43 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 4.8★ from 460 Google reviews, evening hours.

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    Best specialist (orthodontist): Simple Smiles Dentistry - Paterson, an orthodontist on staff, 4.8★ from 146 Google reviews, Saturday hours.

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43 Paterson clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 2 list an orthodontist, 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 15 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Paterson at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Paterson at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Same-day
1NÜVA Smile74Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (460)—
2Saint Joseph Medical Center Rehabilitation73——Yes
3Simple Smiles Dentistry - Paterson71Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (146)—
4All Family Dentistry LLC67———
5Brodsky James DDS67———
6Cockey Omar DDS67———
7Cranio Associates67———
8Dr. Elana S. Wolf, DMD67———
9Dr. Gaeun Lee, DMD67———
10Dr. Gary S. Gajdos, DMD67———

The 43 best braces dentists in Paterson, 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.

  2. #2 Saint Joseph Medical Center Rehabilitation

    703 Main St, Paterson, NJ 07503, United States

    73/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for braces in Paterson: emergency visits and evening hours.

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

    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Saint Joseph Medical Center RehabilitationFull profile(973) 754-2946

  23. #23 Park Dental

    21 Mill St Suite 3, Paterson, NJ 07501, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for braces in Paterson: Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sat 11 AM–6 PM · Sun 9 AM–1 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Park DentalFull profile(973) 742-7275
    In their words

    If you are looking for a highly trained and experienced dentist in Paterson, you have come to the right place. At our practice, you will receive the highest quality dental care. Our dental office uses the latest state-of-the-art equipment and cutting edge technology and we uphold the strictest sterilization techniques. We know that many people may feel anxious about coming to the dentist, so it is our goal to make your visit with us as pain and anxiety free as possible.

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

  24. #24 Dental PM

    175 Market St 3rd floor, Paterson, NJ 07505

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dental PMFull profile(973) 247-2580

  25. #25 Union Dental - Donald Pasquariello DMD

    55 Union Ave, Paterson, NJ 07502, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Paterson: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9:30 AM–7:30 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–2:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5:30 PM · Thu 9:30 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Union Dental - Donald Pasquariello DMDFull profile(973) 942-2423

All 43 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #43, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Comfort Dental Care53Evenings · Sat
27Dental Care Center53Evenings · Sat
28Hernandez Dental Office53Evenings · Sat
29Andrew H Sorger, DDS53Evenings · Sat
30Simple Smiles Dentistry47Sat
31Paterson Dental Clinic47Sat
32Paterson Total Dental Care43Sat
33Dr. Faizul T. Khan, DDS43Sat
34Samanez Dental Clinic: Samanez Jorge DDS43Sat
35Smile Central Dental43Evenings
3621st Avenue Dental37
37Patrick Ryan, DMD37
38The Dental and Cosmetic Center33
39Veneers Teeth NJ33
40Dao Anh Cao33
41Pediatric Dentistry of Paterson33
42South Paterson Dental Group33
43Park Dental Center33

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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 Paterson's 43 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Paterson

How much do braces cost in Paterson?

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

How much do braces cost in Paterson?
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 Paterson

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 Paterson braces dentists

We scored 43 Paterson clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 7 were excluded (7 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 Paterson 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 Paterson: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Paterson?

NÜVA Smile ranks #1 of 43 Paterson clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 4.8★ from 460 Google reviews. Saint Joseph Medical Center Rehabilitation ranks #2 (emergency visits and evening hours). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an orthodontist on staff.

How much do braces cost in Paterson, NJ?

Braces in Paterson 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 Paterson do braces?

Yes. 41 of the 43 Paterson 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 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 Paterson braces dentists are open on Saturday?

15 of 43 Paterson clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Saint Joseph Medical Center Rehabilitation, Simple Smiles Dentistry - Paterson and Rabah Mohammad DDS. 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 Paterson?

43 Paterson clinics list braces in our data. 2 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include NÜVA Smile and Simple Smiles Dentistry - Paterson. 15 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Paterson

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 50 clinics.
  2. : 7 duplicate listings merged.

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