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Best Braces Dentists in West Hartford, CT (2026)

18 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 9 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for braces: Dana Cirtu, D.M.D., ranked #1 of 18 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 4.8★ from 106 Google reviews, 11 of 20 collected reviews mention braces.

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    Best specialist (orthodontist): Blue Back Dental: West Hartford Location, an orthodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 1,045 Google reviews, Saturday hours.

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18 West Hartford clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 9 list an orthodontist and 8 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 9 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in West Hartford at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in West Hartford at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning braces
1Dana Cirtu, D.M.D.78Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (106)11
2Blue Back Dental: West Hartford Location76Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (1,045)—
3Boulevard Dentistry75Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (389)—
4Ritoli Orthodontics - Elena-Lee Ritoli D.M.D., M.D.S.75Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (85)4
5West Hartford Orthodontics | Natalia Menjivar, DMD, MS74Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (110)2
6McKenna Orthodontics | West Hartford Office71Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (81)1
7Rosenberg Orthodontics70Yes (orthodontist)4.7★ (132)1
8Center Family Orthodontics70Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (394)—
9Dr. Elzbieta W. Basil, DMD66Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (19)—
10Aspen Dental63———

The 18 best braces dentists in West Hartford, 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.

  11. #11 Premier Dental of Connecticut in West Hartford

    836 Farmington Ave Ste 105, West Hartford, CT 06119, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–2 PM · Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Premier Dental of Connecticut in West HartfordFull profile(860) 265-1411
    In their words

    At Premier Dental of Connecticut in West Hartford the doctors, hygienists, dental assistants, and front desk staff are committed to the belief that all patients deserve the Gold Standard of Care.nnTherefore, the warm, friendly greeting that all patients receive from our front desk staff is carried throughout the entire length of the dental visit. Our staff is highly trained to listen to patient concerns and to focus on their needs.

    From Premier Dental of Connecticut in West Hartford's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  12. #12 West Hartford Dental PC

    836 Farmington Ave #217a, West Hartford, CT 06119

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for braces in West Hartford: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 11 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at West Hartford Dental PCFull profile(860) 523-9916
    In their words

    General dental care for adults and children. Establish in 2001 Dr. Yin and her staffs have been served patients for more than 21 years. We provide quality dental care with state of arts equipment. Prevent cleaning, tooth filling, crowns and bridges, implant crown, dentures, root canal treatment, period dental evaluation and treatment, tooth extraction. Most insurance accepted. Bluecross Blueshield , Delta dental , Aetna, Cigna,MetLife, Guardian, United Healthcare,etc. New…

    From West Hartford Dental PC's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  15. #15 Hartford Cosmetic Dental Center

    609 Farmington Ave, West Hartford, CT 06107

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for braces in West Hartford: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 11 AM–6 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 11 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Hartford Cosmetic Dental CenterFull profile(860) 206-9641

  16. #16 Elmwood Dental Group LLC

    1132 New Britain Ave, West Hartford, CT 06110, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for braces in West Hartford 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 7 AM–4 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 7 AM–4 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–12:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Elmwood Dental Group LLCFull profile(833) 432-1457
    In their words

    The Elmwood Dental Group LLC is a friendly, family-oriented practice that has proudly served the West Hartford, Newington, and Hartford, CT communities since 1982. Our practice philosophy is to provide our patients with quality dentistry in a caring and compassionate manner. We believe in educating our patients on their oral health so they can improve their oral care and make better, informed decisions about their long-term dental health.

    From Elmwood Dental Group LLC's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  17. #17 Center For Dental Excellence, LLC

    14 Brace Rd, West Hartford, CT 06107

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for braces in West Hartford 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–Thu 8 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–12:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Center For Dental Excellence, LLCFull profile(860) 521-7129
    In their words

    Patients who choose Center for Dental Excellence for their dental care do so because of the quality care they receive from us. We treat our patients like an extension of our own families, giving you the time and attention you deserve, in a comfortable setting that uses the best in today's dental technology. Our complete family dentistry practice also offers cosmetic, prosthodontic, and restorative care including dental implants, providing you with convenience and ease when…

    From Center For Dental Excellence, LLC's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 West Hartford Dental Group

    12 N Main St #101, West Hartford, CT 06107

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for braces in West Hartford 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 8 AM–5:30 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–5:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at West Hartford Dental GroupFull profile(860) 236-4249
    In their words

    We don't just do it all at West Hartford Dental Group, but we do it well. Whether your dental needs are cosmetic, preventive, restorative, or urgent in nature, we want you to know that we offer as many services as possible so that you don't have to travel around town just to get the services you want. Dr. Ukti Phadnis takes the time to personalize your treatments from top to bottom, ensuring that they feel comprehensive from start to finish.

    From West Hartford Dental Group'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.

9 of West Hartford's 18 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in West Hartford

How much do braces cost in West Hartford?

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

How much do braces cost in West Hartford?
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 West Hartford

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 West Hartford braces dentists

We scored 18 West Hartford clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 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 West Hartford 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 West Hartford: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in West Hartford?

Dana Cirtu, D.M.D. ranks #1 of 18 West Hartford clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 4.8★ from 106 Google reviews. Blue Back Dental: West Hartford Location 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 West Hartford, CT?

Braces in West Hartford 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 West Hartford do braces?

Yes. 9 of the 18 West Hartford clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 9 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 West Hartford braces dentists are open on Saturday?

8 of 18 West Hartford clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Blue Back Dental: West Hartford Location, Dr. Elzbieta W. Basil, DMD and Aspen 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 West Hartford?

18 West Hartford clinics list braces in our data. 9 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Dana Cirtu, D.M.D. and Blue Back Dental: West Hartford Location. 8 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 9 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for West Hartford

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 61 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.

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