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Best Braces Dentists in Rochester, NY (2026)

61 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 13 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for braces: Comella Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 61 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 686 Google reviews, 7 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

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    Best specialist (orthodontist): Bateman Orthodontics - Irondequoit, an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 250 Google reviews, 7 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

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61 Rochester clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 13 list an orthodontist and 4 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 13 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Rochester at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Rochester at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Comella Orthodontics81Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (686)7
2Bateman Orthodontics - Irondequoit78Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (250)7
3Rochester Family Orthodontics74Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (82)2
4Dr. Fred G. Blum & Associates73———
5North Coast Dental Group73———
6Pluta Dental Center73———
7University Dental Faculty Maxillofacial And Implant Surgery73———
8Drabik Orthodontics of Rochester73Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (203)—
9A Smile to Grow With72Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (743)—
10Lazzara Smiles Orthodontics72Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (349)1

The 61 best braces dentists in Rochester, 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.

  6. #6 Pluta Dental Center

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for braces in Rochester 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

    Book appointment at Pluta Dental CenterFull profile
    In their words

    The Pluta Dental Center at the Riedman Health Center offers a full range of dental services for children and adults. The center is staffed by dentists, dental residents, dental hygienists, and other members of the dental team who are eager to help you maintain good oral health. If you are in need of care and the health center is closed, please call (585) 922-4103.

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

  7. #7 University Dental Faculty Maxillofacial And Implant Surgery

    2400 S Clinton Ave, Rochester, NY 14618

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for braces in Rochester 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

    Book appointment at University Dental Faculty Maxillofacial And Implant SurgeryFull profile(585) 341-7314

  14. #14 Urgent Dental Care

    1740 Culver Rd, Rochester, NY 14609

    67/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for braces in Rochester: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun 9 AM–1 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Urgent Dental CareFull profile(585) 729-7777
    In their words

    Urgent Dental Care of Rochester focuses on the management of conditions that require immediate attention to relieve severe pain and/or risk of infection and to alleviate the burden on hospital emergency departments. These should be treated as minimally invasively as possible. We specialize in emergency dental care and continuity of care with your preferred dental health care provider. Same day appointments available 7 days a week, 365 days a year! Refund: If you have private…

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

All 61 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #61, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Judith M Shea DDS PLLC664.5★ (384)
27Dr. Suzanne Cassata, DDS655.0★ (1)
28Jeffrey A. Arigo, D.D.S., M.S.655.0★ (12)
29Cornerstone Dental605.0★ (9)
30Kozlowski Michael A DDS53Sat · Sun
31East Avenue Dentistry PLLC47Sat
32Elmwood Dental | Family Practice47Evenings
33Western New York Dental Group - Greece43Sat
34Brown Square Health Center43Evenings
35Woodward Health Center43Evenings
36Unity Dental Group37
37Dr. Arlene Messer, DDS37
38Dental Implants & Periodontal Health of Rochester37
39Nicosia Dental37
40UR Medicine – Eastman Dental School #1737
41UR Medicine – University Dental Faculty Group37
42UR Medicine Dentistry – Complex Care Center37
43Elmwood Dental Implant & Restoration Center37
44Westfall Dental Practice, PLLC37
45Bradford Emery, DMD37
46Irondequoit Family Dentistry - Aaron Park D.D.S.37
47Rochester Modern Dentistry: Dr. Shyenne Pougher37
48Rochester Periodontal & Dental Implants37
49David A. Olivo, DMD37
50Brighton Towne Dental37
51DeLucia Family Dental37
52William L. Hurtt, DMD - Rochester Dental Care37
53Fama John L DMD37
54Gentle Dental Care of Rochester37
55Chen Family Dentistry of Rochester, PLLC37
56C P Rochester, Family Dental Center37
57Family Dentistry of Lyons in Irondequoit37
58Westside Health Services33
59Eastman Dental33
60Aspen Dental33
61University-Rochester Oral33

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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.

13 of Rochester's 61 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Rochester

How much do braces cost in Rochester?

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

How much do braces cost in Rochester?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$4,350–$10,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
Ceramic braces$5,800–$11,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
Self-ligating braces$5,100–$11,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
Lingual braces$11,600–$17,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—

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

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 Rochester braces dentists

We scored 61 Rochester 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 Rochester 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 Rochester: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Rochester?

Comella Orthodontics ranks #1 of 61 Rochester clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 4.9★ from 686 Google reviews. Bateman Orthodontics - Irondequoit 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 Rochester, NY?

Braces in Rochester typically costs $4,350–$10,150 USD. By type: metal braces $4,350–$10,200; ceramic braces $5,800–$11,600; self-ligating braces $5,100–$11,600. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Rochester do braces?

Yes. 48 of the 61 Rochester clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 13 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 York?

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 Rochester braces dentists are open on Saturday?

4 of 61 Rochester clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Urgent Dental Care, Kozlowski Michael A DDS and East Avenue Dentistry PLLC. 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 Rochester?

61 Rochester clinics list braces in our data. 13 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Comella Orthodontics and Bateman Orthodontics - Irondequoit. 4 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 13 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Rochester

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 232 clinics.

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