How do I choose the best dentist in New York City?

Start with the basics: location convenience, review strength, scope of services, office hours, insurance fit, and whether the clinic clearly explains treatment options. On Smyleee, compare local clinics first, then decide whether a nearby alternative is worth the drive.

How much does a dental exam cost in New York City?

Exam pricing varies by clinic, whether X-rays are included, and whether you're a new patient. Use the local cost guide on this page as a directional benchmark, then confirm the exact fee with the clinic before booking.

Do dental clinics in New York City offer payment plans?

Some do, but not all clinics make financing details obvious. Look for payment-plan or financing notes, and ask whether they support phased treatment, monthly payments, or third-party financing before you commit.

Which clinics in New York City are best for families or routine care?

For routine family dentistry, prioritize clinics with strong review consistency, convenient hours, insurance friendliness, and a broad general-dentistry service mix. A high score helps, but convenience and long-term fit matter too.

Are there clinics in New York City with emergency or same-day support?

Emergency availability varies by office and day of week. Before booking, confirm same-day capacity, after-hours guidance, and whether the clinic handles urgent restorative needs in-house or refers out.

What should I ask before booking with a clinic in New York City?

Ask whether the clinic accepts your insurance, is taking new patients, offers the treatment you need in-house, and what the total expected cost looks like before treatment begins.

Top 10 Best Braces in NYC (2026 Review)

Making You Smile Cosmetic Dental Studio: Dr. Ziad Jalbout DDS

4.9(471)·4.5 km from New York Downtown

89Smyleee

#1D, 36, East 36th Street, Manhattan, New York, New York

Closed · Opens Monday at 8 AM

Documented for cosmetic dentistry in New York, with braces on the service list and 27 procedures on file.

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Making You Smile Cosmetic Dental Studio: Dr. Ziad Jalbout DDS is a dental clinic located in New York, New York. Visit for quality dental care, examinations, and treatments.

Services:BracesComprehensive Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Bonding+23 more

Offers BracesSmyleee 89/1004.9★ · 471 reviews

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Why this ranks

Best forBraces

Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Braces, 4.9★ Google rating across 471 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 89/100.

Stands outOffers Braces · Smyleee 89/100 · 4.9★ · 471 reviews

ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website27 services listed

VerifiedClinic data last verified Mar 23, 2026

TriBeCa Dental Associates | Greene

4.9(387)·4.9 km from New York Downtown

86Smyleee

335, Greene Avenue, Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, New York, New York

Closed · Opens Monday at 9 AM

This New York clinic lists braces directly, plus Braces and Children / Pediatric Dentistry among 20 documented services.

Services:BracesOrthodonticsCAD/CAM Dental RestorationsChildren / Pediatric Dentistry+16 more

Offers BracesSmyleee 86/1004.9★ · 387 reviews

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Why this ranks

Best forBraces

Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Braces, 4.9★ Google rating across 387 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 86/100.

Stands outOffers Braces · Smyleee 86/100 · 4.9★ · 387 reviews

ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published20 services listed

VerifiedClinic data last verified Apr 19, 2026

National Dental

4.2(398)·7.9 km from New York Downtown

73Smyleee

1485, 1st Avenue, Manhattan, New York, New York

Closed · Opens Monday at 9 AM

Profile in New York lists Braces alongside Affordable Dental Care and Braces across 35 documented procedures.

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National Dental is a dental clinic located in New York, NY. Visit for quality dental care, examinations, and treatments.

Services:BracesOrthodonticsAffordable Dental CareBone Grafting+31 more

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Why this ranks

Best forBraces

Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Braces and 398 verified Google reviews.

Stands outOffers Braces

ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published35 services listed

VerifiedClinic data last verified Apr 16, 2026

Emergency Dentist NYC

4.1(246)·2.6 km from New York Downtown

69Smyleee

100, East 12th Street, Manhattan, New York, New York

Closed · Opens today at 8 AM

Emergency Dentistry is the documented focus in New York; Braces sits within 27 services on profile.

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Emergency Dentist NYC is a dental clinic located in New York, New York. Visit for quality dental care, examinations, and treatments.

Services:BracesCosmetic DentistryDental BridgesDental Cleaning+23 more

Offers Braces

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Why this ranks

Best forBraces

Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Braces and 246 verified Google reviews.

Stands outOffers Braces

ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website27 services listed

VerifiedClinic data last verified Mar 23, 2026

Madison Dental Arts PC

5.0(23)·4.8 km from New York Downtown

74Smyleee

2500, 275, Madison Avenue, Manhattan, New York, New York

Closed · Opens Monday at 9 AM

Service list in New York pairs Braces with Bone Grafting and Crowns & Bridges among 26 documented procedures.

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Madison Dental Arts PC is a dental clinic located in New York, New York. Visit for quality dental care, examinations, and treatments.

Services:BracesOrthodonticsBone GraftingCosmetic Dentistry+22 more

Offers Braces

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Why this ranks

Best forBraces

Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Braces.

Stands outOffers Braces

ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website26 services listed

TradeoffOnly 23 reviews — limited independent evidence

VerifiedClinic data last verified Mar 23, 2026

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Making You Smile Cosmetic Dental Studio: Dr. Ziad Jalbout DDS

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#	Clinic	Smyleee	Google	Wknd	Ins.	Fin.	Offers Braces
1	Making You Smile Cosmetic Dental Studio: Dr. Ziad Jalbout DDS	89	4.9★(471)	—	—	—	✓
2	TriBeCa Dental Associates \| Greene	86	4.9★(387)	—	✓	—	✓
3	National Dental	73	4.2★(398)	—	—	—	✓
4	Emergency Dentist NYC	69	4.1★(246)	✓	—	—	✓
5	Madison Dental Arts PC	74	5.0★(23)	—	—	—	✓