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Best Braces Dentists in Somerville, MA (2026)

40 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 1 orthodontist0 paid placementsHow we rank →

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    Best overall for braces: Max Dental Care Somerville, ranked #1 of 40 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 46 Google reviews.

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40 Somerville clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 1 lists an orthodontist and 10 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Somerville at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Somerville at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)
1Max Dental Care Somerville74Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (46)
2Avalon Dental Center Somerville73——
3Cherry Harika DMD73——
4Davis Square Dental Group73——
5Dental Services73——
6Dr. Butt's Orthodontics73——
7Gentle Dental Somerville73——
8Al-Aswad Dental67——
9Assembly Square Family Dental67——
10Bright Dental67——

The 40 best braces dentists in Somerville, 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 Avalon Dental Center Somerville

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for braces in Somerville 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 Avalon Dental Center SomervilleFull profile
    In their words

    Avalon Dental Center offers the best family dental treatments in Massachusetts and has three dental clinics in different locations. Our wide range of dental services includes: Restorative dentistry – such as dental bridges, dental crowns and dental implants – as well as tooth fillings, root canals, broken teeth repair and deep scaling.

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

  6. #6 Dr. Butt's Orthodontics

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for braces in Somerville 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 Dr. Butt's OrthodonticsFull profile
    In their words

    Look and feel your best smile in the care of Dr. Butt, a Harvard-trained, Board-Certified Orthodontist. WHY CHOOSE US? Conveniently located in Davis Square, our office is committed to providing high-quality orthodontic treatment in a caring, friendly environment. We offer state-of-the-art 3D analysis and 3D digital scans of the teeth. We use digital simulations to create beautiful smiles that are customized to your specific needs for braces, Invisalign ®, TMJ, implants,…

    From Dr. Butt's Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  7. #7 Gentle Dental Somerville

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for braces in Somerville 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 Gentle Dental SomervilleFull profile
    In their words

    Gentle Dental Somerville is open seven days a week. Gentle Dental Somerville has some of the best dentists in Somerville, MA. A wide range of dental services are offered by our dentists and dental specialists. Visit us for orthodontic services, periodontic services, dental cleaning, dental exam, fluoride, oral cancer screening, crowns and bridges, dental fillings, extractions, oral surgery, implants, root canals, braces, Invisalign, and more in Somerville, MA. Take advantage…

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

  24. #24 Dental Arts Davis Square

    396 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA 02144

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dental Arts Davis SquareFull profile(617) 776-2323
    In their words

    Dental Arts Davis Square is the longest running dental office in Somerville. We provide care to patients from all over the greater Boston area. We offer an array of services, including cosmetic dentistry, endodontics, periodontics, orthodontics, and general care. We are a Gold Invisalign provider, making us one of the top Invisalign providers in the area. We are warmly accepting new patients. We accept most major insurances and payment methods.

    From Dental Arts Davis Square's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Great Hill Dental - Somerville

    20 Holland St Suite 400, Somerville, MA 02144

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Great Hill Dental - SomervilleFull profile(617) 326-8627

All 40 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #40, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Kappa Dental Group57Evenings · Sat
27T Station Dental Group57Evenings · Sat
28Somerville Family Dental47Sat
29Assembly Dental47Sat
30Anthony P. Parrella, DMD47Evenings
31My Dental – Somerville47Sat
32My Smile Experience Somerville47Sat
33Smiles By Rosie47Evenings
34Lang's Dental Center43Sat
35Tranfaglia Sandra N DMD43Evenings
36Lorna Lally DMD37
37Highland Dental Associates37
38DentPlant37
39M. Catherine Talmo, D.M.D.37
40Alpha Dental Somerville37

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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.

1 of Somerville's 40 clinics offering braces has an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Somerville

How much do braces cost in Somerville?

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

How much do braces cost in Somerville?
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 Somerville

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 Somerville braces dentists

We scored 40 Somerville clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 3 were excluded (3 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 Somerville 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 Somerville: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Somerville?

Max Dental Care Somerville ranks #1 of 40 Somerville clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 46 Google reviews. Avalon Dental Center Somerville 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 Somerville, MA?

Braces in Somerville 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 Somerville do braces?

Yes. 39 of the 40 Somerville clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 1 lists 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 Somerville braces dentists are open on Saturday?

10 of 40 Somerville clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including West Somerville Dental Associates, Dental Arts Davis Square and Great Hill Dental - Somerville. 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 Somerville?

40 Somerville clinics list braces in our data. 1 of them lists an orthodontist on staff. They include Max Dental Care Somerville. 10 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Somerville

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 47 clinics.
  2. : 3 duplicate listings merged.

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