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Downtown Braces

Downtown Braces provides orthodontic treatment in Brooklyn, NY, with a 4.

55 Greene Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11238
4.9(189 reviews)
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About Downtown Braces

Near Barclays Center and the subway, patients cite payment plans and CareCredit alongside Invisalign for both kids and adults.

Downtown Braces draws praise for financing options, with payment plans, CareCredit, and insurance help mentioned often, including for both braces and Invisalign. Its Downtown Brooklyn location near the train station and Barclays Center comes up repeatedly as a convenience for busy families. Reviews also point to work with young children and multi-child families, describing a patient approach through multi-year treatment.

Summary of 145 patient reviews, March 2023–September 2026, updated September 2026

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Treatments offered

InvisalignInvisalignClear AlignersClear AlignersTraditional BracesTraditional BracesClear BracesClear BracesSurgical OrthodonticsSurgical OrthodonticsRetainersRetainers
GuidesHow much does Invisalign cost? →Clear aligner costs explained →Adult braces cost guide →

Who They Treat

Downtown Braces 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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Elliot Zharnitsky

Orthodontist

NPI verified · no bio or photo on file

NPI VERIFIEDAccepting New Patients

Insurance accepted

3 plans listed
Delta DentalUHC / UnitedHealthcareUnited Healthcare
Delta Dental PPO — accepting new patients; Delta Dental Premier — accepting new patients

What patients say

Latest review 4 weeks ago

What patients praise

  • Reviews often mention payment plans, CareCredit, and help navigating insurance to keep costs manageable.
  • The office's location near transit and Barclays Center is repeatedly cited as convenient for fitting appointments into a busy schedule.
  • Invisalign and clear aligner treatment come up frequently, with some describing the process as easy and affordable.

Things to know

  • A few reviews describe unexpected charges or unclear upfront cost estimates for smaller procedures like retainer repairs.

Who it suits

  • Families with young children
  • Adults considering Invisalign or clear aligners
Last 90 days
7 reviews
averaging 4.9★
Last 12 months
32 reviews
averaging 5.0★
Owner replies
4% of reviews
Compared with Brooklyn
Higher rated than 56%
of 8 practices we track
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Star ratings
  • 5★184
  • 4★2
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Average rating by year
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1★5★
Treatments patients mention
  • Braces48
  • Invisalign / clear aligners23
What patients talk about
PraiseCriticism
  • Friendly staff55 / 1
  • The orthodontist54 / 1
  • Treatment results32
  • Great with kids30
  • Clear explanations27 / 1
  • Cost, insurance & financing23 / 2
  • Gentle, comfortable care17
  • Scheduling & wait times13
What patients talk about
ThemePraiseCriticism
Friendly staff551
The orthodontist541
Treatment results320
Great with kids300
Clear explanations271
Cost, insurance & financing232
Gentle, comfortable care170
Scheduling & wait times130

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Recent reviews from Google

4.9
189 reviews
Natural Charm
Natural Charm
2 weeks ago
“

The staff demonstrated professionalism and attentiveness. Ms. Andrea was courteous and provided comprehensive explanations. The orthodontist was welcoming and outstanding.

Review from Google

Ann Barrett
Ann Barrett
a month ago
“

The service here is top tier! I will definitely recommend you guys. Thanks for doing an amazing job

Review from Google

Bertha Cruz
Bertha Cruz
2 months ago
“

My nephew finished his Invisalign treatment at Downtown Braces today and I am really happy with how everything turned out. The office has a calm and welcoming feel and the staff are always friendly. Every appointment went smoothly and my nephew always felt comfortable. I also really like the doctor. He is kind, patient, and easy to talk to, which makes a big difference during a long treatment. The prices are OK and you might even get a discount. The only thing I would mention is that the office does not feel very modern. They use a regular camera to take photos of the teeth and it stood out to me because most orthodontic places use more updated equipment. It is not a problem, just something I noticed. A friend recommended this place to us and we traveled to Brooklyn for the appointments. In hindsight, it is a good and reliable orthodontic office. If you have a place closer to your neighborhood, it might be easier to go there. But if you choose Downtown Braces, you will be treated kindly and the experience will be smooth from start to finish.

Review from Google

Denese Lena
Denese Lena
2 months ago
“

My daughter and I absolutely love this place! Recommended by a parent of twins attending the same high school. Staff are so kind and professional…wonderful location; no waiting time; clean! I love how the dentist 1st asked my daughter what her concerns were! Then she explained everything so thoroughly that I didn’t have any questions! Only regret was not asking about the ceramic braces before they started…but my daughter likes the metal. Oh…that’s another thing! Today was our 1st visit and my daughter’s braces are on!!! 🫨 She absolutely loves them! 💚 You could imagine the selfies and group chats! 🥴 Downtown Braces…thank you so much! You’re AWESOME!!!

Review from Google

Elizabeth Frumin
Elizabeth Frumin
4 months ago
“

Dr. Z and the whole Invisalign team were amazing! Professional, friendly, and made the entire process easy and stress-free. I was quite nervous and they were so calm and kind! Highly recommend to anyone looking for a great orthodontist!

Review from Google

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Questions about this practice

What orthodontic treatments does Downtown Braces offer?+
Downtown Braces offers: Invisalign, Clear Aligners, Traditional Braces, Clear Braces, Surgical Orthodontics, Retainers.
Does Downtown Braces accept dental insurance?+
Downtown Braces accepts Delta Dental, UHC / UnitedHealthcare, United Healthcare.
Is Downtown Braces accepting new patients?+
Downtown Braces is currently welcoming new patients in Brooklyn, NY. Call (718) 576-6166 to schedule.
Where is Downtown Braces located?+
Downtown Braces is located at 55 Greene Avenue. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=10057361361110410336&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for Downtown Braces?+
Downtown Braces office hours: Mon 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, Tue 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, Wed 10:00 AM–8:00 PM, Thu 10:00 AM–8:00 PM, Fri 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, Sat 9:00 AM–3:00 PM, Sun Closed–Closed.
Who are the orthodontists at Downtown Braces?+
Downtown Braces is staffed by Elliot Zharnitsky.
What is the patient rating for Downtown Braces?+
Downtown Braces has a 4.9-star rating based on 189 patient reviews on Google.

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Sat9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
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