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Best overall for braces: Global Facial Aesthetics & Rejuvenation, ranked #1 of 9 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 248 Google reviews.
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9 River Forest clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 lists an orthodontist and 5 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.
| Rank | Clinic | Service score | Specialist on staff | Rating (reviews) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Global Facial Aesthetics & Rejuvenation | 72 | Yes (orthodontist) | 5.0★ (248) |
| 2 | Heiferman Beth R DDS | 67 | — | — |
| 3 | Lynch Dental Center | 67 | — | — |
| 4 | Sun Star Dental | 57 | — | — |
| 5 | Ovation Dental | 57 | — | — |
| 6 | Tatiana Ostanina D.D.S, Ltd | 57 | — | — |
| 7 | River Forest Dental Studio | 53 | — | — |
| 8 | Cameo Dental Specialists | 47 | — | — |
| 9 | Mint Dental | 37 | — | — |
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 River Forest
404 Lathrop Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
Ranked #1 for braces in River Forest: an orthodontist on staff; 5.0★ from 248 Google reviews.
7365 North Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
Ranked #2 for braces in River Forest on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
340 Lathrop Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
Ranked #3 for braces in River Forest on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
7765 W North Ave, River Forest, IL 60305, United States
Ranked #4 for braces in River Forest: evening hours and Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
7700 Madison St, River Forest, IL 60305
Ranked #5 for braces in River Forest: evening hours and Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
7317 W North Ave, River Forest, IL 60305, United States
Ranked #6 for braces in River Forest: evening hours and Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
344 Lathrop Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
Ranked #7 for braces in River Forest: evening hours and Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
7603 W North Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
Ranked #8 for braces in River Forest: Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
At Cameo Dental Specialists, we believe that the highest quality of patient care is achieved through collaborative teamwork in a multi-specialty environment. We offer our patients extensive care options through the use of the most advanced, innovative diagnostic and therapeutic technology and treatment. Our team consists of experienced and knowledgeable endodontists, periodontists and oral surgeons. This diverse team allows for comprehensive specialty care, delivered through…
From Cameo Dental Specialists's own description. Not part of the ranking.7329 W North Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
Ranked #9 for braces in River Forest on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
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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 River Forest's 9 clinics offering braces has an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in River Forest
Typical ranges in USD for River Forest, 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 River Forest
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 9 River Forest clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In River Forest 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 |