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Best Braces Dentists in Thornhill, ON (2026)

16 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 15 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for braces: Bathurst-Steeles Dental Centre, ranked #1 of 16 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 4.8★ from 564 Google reviews, evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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    Best specialist (orthodontist): Dr. Massi Dental Clinic, an orthodontist on staff, 4.7★ from 2,189 Google reviews.

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16 Thornhill clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 15 list an orthodontist and 10 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 15 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Thornhill at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Thornhill at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Bathurst-Steeles Dental Centre87Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (564)—
2Dr. Massi Dental Clinic82Yes (orthodontist)4.7★ (2,189)—
3Promenade Village Dental79Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (220)—
4Dentistry on Green Lane79Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (733)—
5Dr. Yu Dental Office Thornhill 康城齿科78Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (50)2
6Dr7 Family Dentistry77Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (63)—
7Altima Promenade Dental & Pediatrics75Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (607)—
8York Orthodontics - Thornhill73Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (157)—
9Larry Lerner Dental73———
10Rutherford Village Dental73Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (396)—

The 16 best braces dentists in Thornhill, 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. #9 Larry Lerner Dental

    1118 Centre St #11, Thornhill, ON L4J 7R9, Canada

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for braces in Thornhill 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

    In their words

    Larry Lerner Dental is one of the most trusted dentists in Thornhill and the go-to option for those seeking exceptional oral care with a compassionate touch. Our dental team is dedicated to providing a comprehensive range of dental services in a welcoming environment. We are conveniently situated on Centre Street in Concord Centre, next to Remax, our practice is easily accessible to residents of Thornhill, Beverly Glen, and North York. We offer wheelchair-friendly facilities…

    From Larry Lerner Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #13 Thornhill Family Dental | Dr. Ricky Leung | Family & Cosmetic Dental Office

    2900 Steeles Ave E #201, Thornhill, ON L3T 4X1

    69/100

    Ranked #13 for braces in Thornhill: an orthodontist on staff; 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews.

    • 4.4from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 10 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    InvisalignBraces

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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.

15 of Thornhill's 16 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Thornhill

How much do braces cost in Thornhill?

Typical ranges in CAD for Thornhill, ON. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do braces cost in Thornhill?
TypeTypical range (CAD)BasisAs of
Metal bracesCA$4,050–CA$9,450DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario—
Ceramic bracesCA$5,400–CA$10,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario—
Self-ligating bracesCA$4,750–CA$10,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario—
Lingual bracesCA$10,800–CA$16,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario—

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

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 Thornhill braces dentists

We scored 16 Thornhill 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 Thornhill 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 Thornhill: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Thornhill?

Bathurst-Steeles Dental Centre ranks #1 of 16 Thornhill clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 4.8★ from 564 Google reviews. Dr. Massi Dental Clinic 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 Thornhill, ON?

Braces in Thornhill typically costs CA$4,050–CA$9,450 CAD. By type: metal braces CA$4,050–CA$9,450; ceramic braces CA$5,400–CA$10,800; self-ligating braces CA$4,750–CA$10,800. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Thornhill do braces?

Yes. 1 of the 16 Thornhill clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 15 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 CDCP or insurance in Ontario?

The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) covers orthodontics only in limited, medically necessary cases, and preauthorization is typically required. Many private plans cover part of braces for children. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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 Thornhill braces dentists are open on Saturday?

10 of 16 Thornhill clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Bathurst-Steeles Dental Centre, Dentistry on Green Lane and Dr. Yu Dental Office Thornhill 康城齿科. 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 Thornhill?

16 Thornhill clinics list braces in our data. 15 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Bathurst-Steeles Dental Centre and Dr. Massi Dental Clinic. 10 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 15 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Thornhill

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 102 clinics.