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Best Braces Dentists in Yorktown Heights, NY (2026)

8 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 3 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for braces: Northern Westchester Dental Care, ranked #1 of 8 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 656 Google reviews, evening hours and Saturday hours.

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    Best specialist (orthodontist): Yorktown Dental Group, LLP, an orthodontist on staff, 4.7★ from 339 Google reviews.

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8 Yorktown Heights clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 3 list an orthodontist and 5 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them.

Top 8 braces dentists in Yorktown Heights at a glance

Top 8 braces dentists in Yorktown Heights at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)
1Northern Westchester Dental Care79Yes (orthodontist)4.9★ (656)
2Yorktown Dental Group, LLP68Yes (orthodontist)4.7★ (339)
3The Center for Holistic Dentistry66Yes (orthodontist)4.8★ (80)
4Cohen Family Smiles Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics57——
5Family Dentistry of Yorktown47——
6Family Dental Group of Jefferson Valley43——
7Yorktown Oral & Maxillofacial43——
8Northern Westchester County Dental33——

The 8 best braces dentists in Yorktown Heights, 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. #4 Cohen Family Smiles Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics

    2651 Strang Blvd Suite #115, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for braces in Yorktown Heights: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 11 AM–5 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Cohen Family Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, our dental team has many years of experience in diagnosing and treating a wide variety of oral health care problems. From toothaches to root canals and infants to teenagers, we can handle it all. Our Yorktown Heights pediatric dentist and orthodontist use cutting-edge techniques and state-of-the-art technology. There is no dental or orthodontic issue too difficult for us to resolve. You can count on us to fulfill all…

    From Cohen Family Smiles Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #5 Family Dentistry of Yorktown

    334 Underhill Ave #1d, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for braces in Yorktown Heights: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 7:30 AM–5 PM · Tue 7:30 AM–6 PM · Wed 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Thu 8 AM–2 PM · Fri closed · Sat 7 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Family Dentistry of Yorktown is nestled in the heart of Yorktown Heights, NY and offers many dental services to fit the needs of you and your family. Dr. Jennifer Wachs and her team offer a variety of state-of-the-art services such as, Teeth-in-a-Day, Teeth in 2 Hours Implants, as well as, cosmetic & restorative dentistry. It is our goal to provide lifelong dental care to maintain dental health & the overall look of your smile. We accept most insurance plans, call…

    From Family Dentistry of Yorktown's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #6 Family Dental Group of Jefferson Valley

    2985 Navajo St, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for braces in Yorktown Heights: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At our dental office in Yorktown Heights, we offer comprehensive dental services for you and your family. You can receive expert care from our team of general dentists, orthodontists, pediatric dentists, periodontists, and hygienists. We understand that you’re busy and want to make it as convenient as possible for you to receive the dental services you need all under one roof.nnProviding high-quality dental care at affordable prices is at the heart of what we do. Just as…

    From Family Dental Group of Jefferson Valley's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #8 Northern Westchester County Dental

    2649 Strang Boulevard, Taconic Corporate Park, Suite 300, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for braces in Yorktown Heights 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–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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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.

3 of Yorktown Heights's 8 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Yorktown Heights

How much do braces cost in Yorktown Heights?

Typical ranges in USD for Yorktown Heights, NY. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do braces cost in Yorktown Heights?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$4,350–$10,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
Ceramic braces$5,800–$11,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
Self-ligating braces$5,100–$11,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
Lingual braces$11,600–$17,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—

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

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 Yorktown Heights braces dentists

We scored 8 Yorktown Heights 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 Yorktown Heights 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 Yorktown Heights: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Yorktown Heights?

Northern Westchester Dental Care ranks #1 of 8 Yorktown Heights clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 4.9★ from 656 Google reviews. Yorktown Dental Group, LLP 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 Yorktown Heights, NY?

Braces in Yorktown Heights typically costs $4,350–$10,150 USD. By type: metal braces $4,350–$10,200; ceramic braces $5,800–$11,600; self-ligating braces $5,100–$11,600. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Yorktown Heights do braces?

Yes. 5 of the 8 Yorktown Heights clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 3 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 New York?

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 Yorktown Heights braces dentists are open on Saturday?

5 of 8 Yorktown Heights clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Northern Westchester Dental Care, Cohen Family Smiles Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics and Family Dentistry of Yorktown. 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 Yorktown Heights?

8 Yorktown Heights clinics list braces in our data. 3 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include Northern Westchester Dental Care and Yorktown Dental Group, LLP. 5 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Yorktown Heights

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 31 clinics.