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The Braces Place

BracesPlaces offers comprehensive orthodontic treatment for children and adults, including metal braces, ceramic braces, gold braces, lingual braces, Invisalign, and simple aligners.

1792 Dorchester Ave, Boston, MA 02124
3.5(157 reviews)
Call Now(617) 265-8338Book OnlineWebsiteDirections

About The Braces Place

Traditional braces often close gaps successfully here, though treatment for many patients stretches to three or four years beyond the original estimate.

Many reviews describe successful outcomes with traditional braces, including gaps closed and smiles improved after treatment. A substantial number of reviews, however, report treatment lasting far longer than originally estimated, along with recurring frustrations around scheduling, long waits, and difficulty reaching the office by phone. Experiences with the orthodontist vary widely, from praise for a perfectionist approach to complaints about dismissiveness and unnecessary extractions. Patients transferring from another provider mid-treatment show up somewhat more often here than at typical practices.

Summary of 116 patient reviews, August 2016–September 2026, updated September 2026

BracesPlaces offers comprehensive orthodontic treatment for children and adults, including metal braces, ceramic braces, gold braces, lingual braces, Invisalign, and simple aligners.

The practice accepts most insurance plans including MassHealth and emphasizes flexible payment options with free consultations.

Treatments offered

InvisalignInvisalignLingual BracesLingual BracesClear AlignersClear AlignersTraditional BracesTraditional BracesClear BracesClear BracesEarly TreatmentEarly TreatmentRetainersRetainers
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Who They Treat

The Braces Place provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:

Children
Ages 6–11
Teens
Ages 12–17
Adults
Ages 18+

Orthodontists at this office

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Dr. Mouhab Rizkallah, DDS, MSD

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Insurance accepted

6 plans listed
AetnaCignaMassHealthMedicaid / CHIPRenaissance DentalUnited Concordia
The Braces Place accepts Medicaid. Coverage varies by plan tier — confirm with the office before your first visit.

What patients say

Latest review 8 weeks ago

What patients praise

  • Multiple reviewers report successful gap-closing and alignment results after completing treatment with traditional braces.
  • Front desk staff are praised by name for warmth and multilingual support, even as other reviews describe friction with reception.

Things to know

  • A number of reviews describe the orthodontist as dismissive or rushed, with some also raising concerns about extractions leading to jaw or bite issues.
  • Several reviews mention treatment stretching years beyond the original estimate, with some reporting little visible progress along the way.

Who it suits

  • Patients transferring from another orthodontist mid-treatment
  • Families with young children in early treatment
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Treatments patients mention
  • Braces40
What patients talk about
PraiseCriticism
  • Friendly staff31 / 23
  • Treatment results18 / 13
  • The orthodontist6 / 18
  • Scheduling & wait times3 / 12
  • Treatment timeline1 / 12
  • Gentle, comfortable care5 / 7
  • Responsiveness2 / 10
  • Cost, insurance & financing3 / 8
What patients talk about
ThemePraiseCriticism
Friendly staff3123
Treatment results1813
The orthodontist618
Scheduling & wait times312
Treatment timeline112
Gentle, comfortable care57
Responsiveness210
Cost, insurance & financing38

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Recent reviews from Google

3.5
157 reviews
Thali Arias
Thali Arias
2 months ago
“

The front desk was being so mean on the phone with an attitude this place needs better front desk workers

Review from Google

Isaias Pereira
Isaias Pereira
3 months ago
“

I like everything about this place, they always treat me good and help me with questions I have

Review from Google

Ronilson Semedo
Ronilson Semedo
3 months ago
“

I’m a patient there and they always treat me good The recepcionists are always greeting me good and offer good service and the assistants are very attentive I would reccommend!

Review from Google

Edgar Cabral
Edgar Cabral
3 months ago
“

Great customer service, overall From front desk to the back are great And they did great work on my teeth Very recommendable ✅

Review from Google

mi
mi
3 months ago
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in the main lobby i was not greeted whatsoever. the couch is very dirty and there are multiple rips in it too. the carpet in the lobby is stained with this sticky residue and you can hear the front desk people talking in a foreign language like gossiping of some sort instead of doing their job. i keep getting weird looks by some of the crew mates whenever they walk by the lobby as if i'm not minding my business. however the staff are pretty nice for the most part, or at least the person who took me in was. the doctor is not at all however. all i hear him say is "open" and he doesn't greet you nor have any manners. when they took me in, the lady was nice but she took photos of my teeth on a digital camera, which was lowkey not professional? and you can tell the tools that are being used have not been cleansed or sanitized in a long time. instead of cleaning their tools, they put a plastic covering over it instead of actually properly cleaning the equipment, which i find not only extremely unhygienic.but this place in general does not give me a good vibe. i overheard the other doctors arguing with the staff and people at the front desk for some reason. i would not recommend this place to get braces done as the environment doesn't feel welcoming, nor pleasant, it feels weird, eery, non professional and more like a jail cell rather.

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Questions about this practice

What orthodontic treatments does The Braces Place offer?+
The Braces Place offers: Invisalign, Lingual Braces, Clear Aligners, Traditional Braces, Clear Braces, Early Treatment, Retainers.
Does The Braces Place accept dental insurance?+
The Braces Place accepts Aetna, Cigna, MassHealth, Medicaid / CHIP, Renaissance Dental, and others.
Does The Braces Place offer free consultations?+
Yes, The Braces Place offers a free initial orthodontic consultation. Call (617) 265-8338 or book online to schedule.
Is The Braces Place accepting new patients?+
The Braces Place is currently welcoming new patients in Boston, MA. Call (617) 265-8338 or book online to schedule.
Where is The Braces Place located?+
The Braces Place is located at 1792 Dorchester Ave. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=9693388502177112636&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for The Braces Place?+
The Braces Place office hours: Mon Closed–Closed, Tue 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, Wed 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, Thu 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, Fri 9:00 AM–6:30 PM, Sat Closed–Closed, Sun Closed–Closed.
Does The Braces Place offer payment plans?+
Yes, The Braces Place offers flexible payment plans to make orthodontic treatment affordable.
Who are the orthodontists at The Braces Place?+
The Braces Place is staffed by Dr. Mouhab Rizkallah. The practice is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) and board-certified.
What is the patient rating for The Braces Place?+
The Braces Place has a 3.5-star rating based on 157 patient reviews on Google.
How long has The Braces Place been in practice?+
The Braces Place has been providing orthodontic care since 2004, serving the Boston, MA community for over 22 years.

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