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Best Braces Dentists in Shirley, NY (2026)

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    Best overall for braces: Dr. Carl P. Palmblad, DDS, ranked #1 of 15 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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15 Shirley clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 4 open Saturdays and 3 open after 6pm. None list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 braces dentists in Shirley at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Shirley at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dr. Carl P. Palmblad, DDS73
2Island East Dental Group73
3Dr. William Peppiatt, DDS67
4Klein Gary M DDS67
5Mark Rienecker67
6Mohammed Bhuian DDS67
7Schwartz Steven DDS67
8Sweet Sleep Associates67
9Zelenka Joanne67
10CityMD Shirley Urgent Care - Long Island63

The 15 best braces dentists in Shirley, 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.

  10. #10 CityMD Shirley Urgent Care - Long Island

    895 Montauk Hwy, Shirley, NY 11967

    63/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for braces in Shirley: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at CityMD Shirley Urgent Care - Long IslandFull profile(631) 230-5770

  11. #11 Fluger Stephen D DDS

    691A Montauk Hwy A, Shirley, NY 11967

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for braces in Shirley: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Fluger Stephen D DDSFull profile(631) 399-4470

  12. #12 MD365 - Shirley

    800 Montauk Hwy Ste 8, Shirley, NY 11967

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for braces in Shirley: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at MD365 - ShirleyFull profile(631) 772-4646
    In their words

    At MD365, we truly understand the needs of the community. Why? Because we are a part of the community. Our board- certified doctors, and health care team, work and live right here in the area. At MD365 your out of pocket costs are lower for Primary and Urgent care services saving you $$. You get continuity of care by being able to see your own Providers for Urgent Care as well as Routine Care. We offer full line of vaccinations from birth, school years, adult, including…

    From MD365 - Shirley's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  13. #13 Shirley Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry

    640 Montauk Hwy C, Shirley, NY 11967

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for braces in Shirley: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 1 PM–5 PM · Thu closed · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Shirley Orthodontics and Pediatric DentistryFull profile(631) 399-1600
    In their words

    Welcome to Shirley Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry! Voted best orthodontists on Long Island by Pulse Magazine, our practice has been treating patients in Shirley for over 40 years! Dr. Patrick Sabo, Dr. Mark Rienecker, and Dr. Erin Diamantakis are creating beautiful smiles for children and adults using braces and invisalign. We have expanded our practice and built a pediatric office right next door. Dr. Shawn Francis II is a wonderful new addition to our dental family!

    From Shirley Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  14. #14 Affordable Dental Care

    1463 William Floyd Pkwy, Shirley, NY 11967, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for braces in Shirley: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue closed · Wed 9 AM–6:30 PM · Thu–Fri 9:30 AM–6:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Affordable Dental CareFull profile(631) 504-6434
    In their words

    Our Affordable Dental Care Clinic in Shirley, NY now ready to provides a wide variety of dental care services and procedures to address all of our patients' dental health needs. Contact Shirley Dental Care for Dental Crowns, Dental Implants, Exams and Cleanings, Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry Overview, etc...

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

  15. #15 Clinica shirley

    550 Montauk Hwy, Shirley, NY 11967

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for braces in Shirley 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–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Clinica shirleyFull profile(347) 336-5603

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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.

None of Shirley's 15 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Shirley

How much do braces cost in Shirley?

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

How much do braces cost in Shirley?
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 Shirley

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 Shirley braces dentists

We scored 15 Shirley clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 14 were excluded (14 duplicate listings). Google ratings are not yet collected, so each score is renormalised over the factors we measured. 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 Shirley data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingNot yet collected
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumNot yet collected
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
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 Shirley: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Shirley?

Dr. Carl P. Palmblad, DDS ranks #1 of 15 Shirley clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Island East Dental Group ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an orthodontist on staff.

How much do braces cost in Shirley, NY?

Braces in Shirley 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 Shirley do braces?

Yes. None of the 15 Shirley clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data, so general dentists there typically provide it. 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 Shirley braces dentists are open on Saturday?

4 of 15 Shirley clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including CityMD Shirley Urgent Care - Long Island, Fluger Stephen D DDS and MD365 - Shirley. 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 Shirley?

15 Shirley clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. 4 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Shirley

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 15 clinics.
  2. : 14 duplicate listings merged.

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