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Best Braces Dentists in Reading, MA (2026)

9 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 8 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for braces: First Dental Associates, ranked #1 of 9 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 263 Google reviews, evening hours and Saturday hours.

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    Best specialist (orthodontist): Family Dental Associates, an orthodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 289 Google reviews, Saturday hours.

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9 Reading clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 8 list an orthodontist and 3 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 8 of them.

Top 9 braces dentists in Reading at a glance

Top 9 braces dentists in Reading at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)
1First Dental Associates77Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (263)
2Family Dental Associates75Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (289)
3The Perico Group75Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (948)
4PDA Dental Group73Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (503)
5Reading Orthodontics72Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (582)
6Reading Dental Associates71Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (417)
7MA Dental Care71Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (51)
8Willow Dental66Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (37)
9Wood End Dentistry37——

The 9 best braces dentists in Reading, 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.

  9. #9 Wood End Dentistry

    46 Woburn St, Reading, MA 01867

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for braces in Reading 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 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Wood End DentistryFull profile(781) 653-6445
    In their words

    When you visit Wood End Dentistry in Reading, MA, your smile is our top priority. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with the personalized, quality dental care that you deserve. When you visit our office you will experience all that modern dentistry has to offer, including a comprehensive list of general, restorative and cosmetic dental services to meet the needs of the whole family. Our goal is to assist each patient in achieving and maintaining long term dental…

    From Wood End Dentistry'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.

8 of Reading's 9 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Reading

How much do braces cost in Reading?

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

How much do braces cost in Reading?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$4,050–$9,450DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—
Ceramic braces$5,400–$10,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—
Self-ligating braces$4,750–$10,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—
Lingual braces$10,800–$16,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—

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

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 Reading braces dentists

We scored 9 Reading 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 Reading 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 Reading: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Reading?

First Dental Associates ranks #1 of 9 Reading clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 263 Google reviews. Family Dental Associates 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 Reading, MA?

Braces in Reading typically costs $4,050–$9,450 USD. By type: metal braces $4,050–$9,450; ceramic braces $5,400–$10,800; self-ligating braces $4,750–$10,800. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Reading do braces?

Yes. 1 of the 9 Reading clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 8 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 Massachusetts?

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 Reading braces dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 9 Reading clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including First Dental Associates, Family Dental Associates and MA Dental Care. 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 Reading?

9 Reading clinics list braces in our data. 8 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include First Dental Associates and Family Dental Associates. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 8 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Reading

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 17 clinics.

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