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Best Braces Dentists in Stratford, CT (2026)

7 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 4 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for braces: CT Braces - Stratford Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 7 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 594 Google reviews, 7 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

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    Best specialist (orthodontist): Little Teeth Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics - Stratford, an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 881 Google reviews, Saturday hours.

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

Top 7 braces dentists in Stratford at a glance

Top 7 braces dentists in Stratford at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1CT Braces - Stratford Orthodontics81Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (594)7
2Little Teeth Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics - Stratford79Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (881)—
3Stratford Smiles75Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (265)—
4Modern Family Dental74Yes (orthodontist)4.7★ (562)—
5Brush & Floss Dental Center57———
6Lighthouse Dental Care57———
7Hawley Lane Dental - Family Dentist of Stratford CT37———

The 7 best braces dentists in Stratford, 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.

  1. #6 Lighthouse Dental Care

    88 Ryders Ln, Stratford, CT 06614

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for braces in Stratford: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Tue 7 AM–7:30 PM · Wed 7 AM–7 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–12:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    If you are looking for a friendly and welcoming dental practice in Stratford, CT, you have come to the right place! Lighthouse Dental Care is a high-tech and advanced dental office with a family feel.nnAt our office, we believe in providing our patients with the best possible care they can receive in a safe and understanding environment. Led by Dr. Mark Samuels, our team is ready to assist you and provide the dental help you need to feel and look great.

    From Lighthouse Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #7 Hawley Lane Dental - Family Dentist of Stratford CT

    475 Hawley Ln #9, Stratford, CT 06614

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for braces in Stratford 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 9 AM–5 PM · Tue–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Hawley Lane Dental, we understand that you have many options when choosing a dental office for you and your family. That is why we make it our mission not only to treat your family as we would our own, but also to make your visit as hassle-free as possible. Voted "Top Dentist" since 2010, Hawley Lane Dental offers comprehensive dental care in the Stratford, CT area. Dr. Kristy Gretzula and her team have extensive experience in all aspects of dentistry. Our modern office…

    From Hawley Lane Dental - Family Dentist of Stratford CT'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.

4 of Stratford's 7 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Stratford

How much do braces cost in Stratford?

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

How much do braces cost in Stratford?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$3,900–$9,100DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut—
Ceramic braces$5,200–$10,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut—
Self-ligating braces$4,550–$10,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut—
Lingual braces$10,400–$15,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut—

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

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 Stratford braces dentists

We scored 7 Stratford 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.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Stratford 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 Stratford: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Stratford?

CT Braces - Stratford Orthodontics ranks #1 of 7 Stratford clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 4.9★ from 594 Google reviews. Little Teeth Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics - Stratford 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 Stratford, CT?

Braces in Stratford typically costs $3,900–$9,100 USD. By type: metal braces $3,900–$9,100; ceramic braces $5,200–$10,400; self-ligating braces $4,550–$10,400. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Stratford do braces?

Yes. 3 of the 7 Stratford clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 4 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 Connecticut?

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 Stratford braces dentists are open on Saturday?

4 of 7 Stratford clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Little Teeth Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics - Stratford, Modern Family Dental and Brush & Floss Dental Center. 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 Stratford?

7 Stratford clinics list braces in our data. 4 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include CT Braces - Stratford Orthodontics and Little Teeth Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics - Stratford. 4 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 4 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Stratford

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 30 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.