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Dr. Alireza Karbassi
Karbassi Orthodontics is an Ohio-based orthodontic practice with four locations (Akron, Brunswick, Ravenna, Cuyahoga Falls) offering traditional and ceramic braces, retainers, and TMJ treatment.
1180 S Main St, Akron, OH 44301
3.6(28 reviews)
About Dr. Alireza Karbassi
Braces are the main treatment here, with many reviews describing straighter smiles, though several patients report years in treatment with little visible progress.
Braces are the primary treatment discussed, and outcomes described in reviews vary widely: many mention straighter teeth and an improved smile after treatment with Dr. Alireza Karbassi, while others describe treatment stretching past two or three years without the expected results. Reviews also mention Dr. Karbassi negotiating payment plans and pushing back against insurance denials on patients' behalf. Staff are described warmly by some, though a couple of reviews note communication issues around treatment steps.
Summary of 20 patient reviews, June 2023–August 2026, updated September 2026
Karbassi Orthodontics is an Ohio-based orthodontic practice with four locations (Akron, Brunswick, Ravenna, Cuyahoga Falls) offering traditional and ceramic braces, retainers, and TMJ treatment.
The practice serves children, teens, and adults with personalized treatment plans and accepts insurance including Medicaid.
Treatments offered
Early TreatmentTMJ Treatment
Who They Treat
Dr. Alireza Karbassi 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. Alireza Karbassi, DMD, MSD
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Dr. Ali Karbassi
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Accepting New Patients
Insurance accepted
11 plans listedAetnaCareingtonCignaDelta Dental Medicare AdvantageDelta Dental PPODelta Dental PremierDenteMaxHumana
Dr. Alireza Karbassi accepts Medicaid. Coverage varies by plan tier — confirm with the office before your first visit.
What patients say
Latest review 3 months ago
What patients praise
- Many reviews describe straighter teeth and an improved smile as the end result of braces treatment.
- Some reviews mention Dr. Karbassi negotiating payment plans and fighting insurance denials on a patient's behalf.
- A few reviews describe staff as sweet and helpful in making patients feel comfortable.
Things to know
- A few reviews describe the orthodontist as rude or dismissive with patients, including one account involving a child.
- Some reviews describe treatment stretching well beyond expected timelines, in a couple of cases with braces on for over two years without the teeth becoming straight.
Doctors patients mention
- Dr. Alireza Karbassi · 8 reviews
- Last 12 months
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PraiseCriticism
- The orthodontist6 / 7
- Treatment results10 / 2
- Friendly staff5 / 2
- Great with kids1 / 2
- Treatment timeline1 / 2
- Clear explanations0 / 2
- Gentle, comfortable care1 / 1
- Cost, insurance & financing1 / 1
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| The orthodontist | 6 | 7 |
| Treatment results | 10 | 2 |
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Recent reviews from Google
3.6
28 reviews
Lauren Mayle
a month ago
This is the WORST orthodontist office ever. Would never recommend this place to absolutely anyone. To start off my son has had his braces on well over 3 years with barely any progress made. Doctor Karbassi never even put bottom braces on and was completely clueless about them until I brought it up. We decided to just take the braces off and find a different orthodontist who actually knows what they are doing. Him and his entire staff are extremely rude. They look dumbfounded when u try to ask them a question. This place is a huge scam!! They do not have a lack of sense in the practition of dentistry at this place and it needs shut down immediately.
Kristin
5 months ago
Very deceptive. Dr would not even let my son tell him what he wanted. Zero consultation about options. If we hadnt been paying attention, my son would have walked out of there with braces on his teeth when thats not even what we wanted. They never even spoke to us about it, just started prepping him.
Raelynn Dicenzi
7 months ago
If I can give 0 stars I would , this is the WORST place to go . They are rude and nasty , and the Dr Karbassi himself is a very disrespectful man and treats his patients badly
Noah's Gaming (mrkillu0106)
10 months ago
Very great Orthodontics! I am very pleased with the progress of my teeth! Big thanks to the staff, Doctor.
Questions about this practice
What orthodontic treatments does Dr. Alireza Karbassi offer?
Dr. Alireza Karbassi offers: Early Treatment, TMJ Treatment.
Does Dr. Alireza Karbassi accept dental insurance?
Dr. Alireza Karbassi accepts Aetna, Careington, Cigna, Delta Dental Medicare Advantage, Delta Dental PPO, and others.
Is Dr. Alireza Karbassi accepting new patients?
Dr. Alireza Karbassi is currently welcoming new patients in Akron, OH. Call (330) 929-8080 to schedule.
Where is Dr. Alireza Karbassi located?
Dr. Alireza Karbassi is located at 1180 S Main St. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=3073732525250346812&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
Does Dr. Alireza Karbassi offer payment plans?
Yes, Dr. Alireza Karbassi offers flexible payment plans to make orthodontic treatment affordable.
Who are the orthodontists at Dr. Alireza Karbassi?
Dr. Alireza Karbassi is staffed by Dr. Alireza Karbassi, Dr. Ali Karbassi. The practice is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO).
What is the patient rating for Dr. Alireza Karbassi?
Dr. Alireza Karbassi has a 3.6-star rating based on 28 patient reviews on Google.
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