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Best Braces Dentists in Waltham, MA (2026)

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

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    Best overall for braces: Greater Boston Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 44 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 712 Google reviews.

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44 Waltham 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 Waltham at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Waltham at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)
1Greater Boston Orthodontics74Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (712)
2NK Family Dentistry73——
3Top Emergency Dentist73——
4Wallex Dental Associates73——
5Waltham Dental Center73——
6Bruno Dental Care67——
7Dr. Chi Sham67——
8Dr. Le Zhang67——
9Dr. Leila Zamani67——
10Dr. Meenal Kaur67——

The 44 best braces dentists in Waltham, 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.

  18. #18 Dr. Damian D. Meola, DMD

    131 Main St, Waltham, MA 02453

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for braces in Waltham: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Damian D. Meola, DMDFull profile(781) 893-7500
    In their words

    Smile & Skin Aesthetics is a state-of-the-art dental office with highly trained and experienced dentists and staff who provide outstanding treatment in an atmosphere of comfort and care. With the most advance dental technologies available, our multi-specialty office is designed to treat patients of all ages, which enables families to have all their dental needs met in one convenient location. Along with our dental services, our office has incorporated facial aesthetic…

    From Dr. Damian D. Meola, DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  19. #19 Failla and DeFrancesco Family Dentistry

    976 Main St, Waltham, MA 02451

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for braces in Waltham: 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 8:30 AM–8 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Failla and DeFrancesco Family DentistryFull profile(781) 894-3143

  20. #20 Waltham Family Dental

    30 Grant St, Waltham, MA 02453

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for braces in Waltham: 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–Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Waltham Family DentalFull profile(781) 653-6211
    In their words

    Here at Waltham Family Dental, we are committed to making sure your dental experience is comfortable, personalized & affordable. We are part of a local tradition of clinical excellence, offering state-of-the-art services. We are conveniently located in Waltham, Massachusetts & are here for all of your dental needs. With a focus on family & cosmetic dentistry, we are happy to help you achieve a beautiful smile in our comfortable, safe & friendly environment. We look forward…

    From Waltham Family Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Dr. Eric T. Anthony, DMD

    879 Main St, Waltham, MA 02451, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for braces in Waltham: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Eric T. Anthony, DMDFull profile(781) 899-3700

  25. #25 Martin Urban, DDS

    976 Main St, Waltham, MA 02451, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Waltham: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Martin Urban, DDSFull profile(508) 425-9640
    In their words

    Dr. Martin Urban has been involved in the dental field for over 20 years. He received a Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree in 1999 from the State University of New York at Stony Brook and then pursued additional training in periodontics and dental implants. In 2018, he became a Diplomate in the International Academy of Dental Implantology. Dr. Urban has extensive clinical experience in periodontal surgical and non-surgical procedures, surgical extractions and bone grafting…

    From Martin Urban, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 44 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #44, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Dr. Salome Farzaneh, DMD47Evenings
27Waltham Modern Dentistry47Evenings
28Nahed Lakkis47Evenings
29Advanced Waltham Dental47Sat
30Dr. Rafael Villacorta, DMD43Sat
31Sona Tacvorian, DMD43Evenings
32Children's Dental of Waltham37
33Pediatric Dental Care of Waltham37
34Yelena Gutnichenko, DMD37
35John D. Meola, DDS37
36Jeffrey S. Cummings, DMD37
3742 North Dental37
38Dr. MikhaIl Shulkin, DDS37
39Azure Dental Studio37
40Waverley Oaks Dental, Inc.37
41Aesthetic Smile Reconstruction37
42Cleft Lip and Palate Program at Waltham37
43Dental Associates of New England33
44Dr. Taejoon Ahn33

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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 Waltham's 44 clinics offering braces has an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Waltham

How much do braces cost in Waltham?

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

How much do braces cost in Waltham?
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 Waltham

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 Waltham braces dentists

We scored 44 Waltham 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 Waltham 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 Waltham: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Waltham?

Greater Boston Orthodontics ranks #1 of 44 Waltham clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 712 Google reviews. NK Family Dentistry 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 Waltham, MA?

Braces in Waltham 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 Waltham do braces?

Yes. 43 of the 44 Waltham 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 Waltham braces dentists are open on Saturday?

10 of 44 Waltham clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Dr. Damian D. Meola, DMD, Failla and DeFrancesco Family Dentistry and Waltham Family Dental. 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 Waltham?

44 Waltham clinics list braces in our data. 1 of them lists an orthodontist on staff. They include Greater Boston Orthodontics. 10 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Waltham

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 53 clinics.

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