# The Braces Place > Sophisticated and affordable orthodontics with six locations across the Boston metro area. Braces, Invisalign, hidden braces, ceramic and gold braces, and 24-hour Forgiver retainers. MassHealth accepted. **Specialty:** Orthodontics **Phone:** (877) 657-7799 **Website:** https://www.bracesplaces.com ## About - [Doctor Profiles](https://www.bracesplaces.com/doctor-profiles/): Meet Dr. Mouhab Z. Rizkallah, DDS, MSD — a board-certified orthodontist, dental materials scientist, and President of MOMA serving families across six Boston-area offices. ## Services - [Hidden (Lingual) Braces in Greater Boston](https://www.bracesplaces.com/10-hidden-braces/): Hidden lingual braces at The Braces Place — custom brackets placed behind your teeth, invisible from the front. A discreet option for adults. Six Boston-area offices, MassHealth accepted. - [Simple Clear Aligners in Greater Boston](https://www.bracesplaces.com/11-simple-aligners/): Simple aligners at The Braces Place — clear removable trays that fix mild lower-tooth crowding at a fraction of Invisalign - [Ceramic (Clear) Braces in Greater Boston](https://www.bracesplaces.com/7-ceramic-braces/): Ceramic braces at The Braces Place — translucent, tooth-colored brackets that blend in for a discreet look with the full strength of braces. Six Boston-area offices, MassHealth accepted. - [Invisalign® in Greater Boston](https://www.bracesplaces.com/9-invisalign/): Invisalign at The Braces Place — clear, removable, computer-planned aligner trays that straighten teeth discreetly. A popular choice for adults. Six Boston-area offices, MassHealth accepted. - [Adult Orthodontics](https://www.bracesplaces.com/adult-orthodontics/): You are never too old for orthodontics — adults are commonly treated into their 70s and 80s. Learn how adult treatment differs and which hidden options may fit your life. - [Adult Treatment](https://www.bracesplaces.com/adult-treatment/): Braces aren’t just for kids. Tooth alignment can change at any age if your gums and bone are healthy. Explore metal, translucent, and clear aligner options for adults. - [Bite Equilibration](https://www.bracesplaces.com/bite-equilibration/): Bite equilibration reshapes and matures your enamel to balance your bite, protect your teeth and jaw joints, and keep orthodontic results stable. Common questions answered. - [Brushing and Flossing With Braces](https://www.bracesplaces.com/brushing-and-flossing/): How to brush and floss with braces — a soft brush in small circles four times a day, and a floss threader to clean under your archwire. Watch our hygiene video tutorials. - [Children’s Orthodontics](https://www.bracesplaces.com/childrens-orthodontics/): Children should be evaluated by an orthodontist by age 7. Learn about ideal treatment timing, leeway space, and the difference between Phase I and Phase II care. - [Common Appliances](https://www.bracesplaces.com/common-appliances/): A guide to common orthodontic appliances — palatal expanders, sagittal appliances, distal jet, MARA, space maintainers, and lip bumpers — and what each one does. - [Dorchester Orthodontist Appointment](https://www.bracesplaces.com/dorchester-appointment/): Request an appointment at The Braces Place in Dorchester — 1792 Dorchester Ave. Call 617-265-8338 or book a complimentary exam. Affordable braces & Invisalign, MassHealth accepted. - [Braces for Kids, Teens & Adults in Dorchester, MA | Complimentary Exam](https://www.bracesplaces.com/dorchester-braces-lp/): Dorchester orthodontist at Ashmont Station: affordable braces & Invisalign, MassHealth accepted, price-match guarantee, complimentary consultation — no referral. Call 617-265-8338. - [Dorchester Orthodontist | Braces Cost Dorchester](https://www.bracesplaces.com/dorchester-orthodontist/): Orthodontist in Dorchester, MA. Affordable braces & Invisalign, MassHealth accepted, price-match guarantee. 1792 Dorchester Ave — call 617-265-8338 for a complimentary exam. - [Emergency Info](https://www.bracesplaces.com/emergency-info/): What to do in an orthodontic emergency — call our office first for loose brackets, poking wires, lost separators, or discomfort. Simple steps to stay comfortable until your visit. - [Expanders](https://www.bracesplaces.com/expanders/): Jaw expanders widen the upper jaw to correct posterior crossbites and relieve crowding. Learn when expansion helps, fixed vs. removable expanders, and expansion at any age. - [Extraction Vs Non-Extraction](https://www.bracesplaces.com/extraction-vs-non-extraction/): Do braces require pulling teeth? Not always. Learn the real, evidence-based reasons to extract or avoid extraction — bite, crowding, midline, and lip position all matter. - [Finger Habits](https://www.bracesplaces.com/finger-habits/): Finger and thumb-sucking habits push the front teeth out of position and can cause an open bite. Learn how these habits affect teeth and a simple way to help a child stop. - [Foods to Avoid With Braces](https://www.bracesplaces.com/foods-to-avoid/): Foods to avoid with braces — skip hard and sticky foods that break wires and brackets, and limit sugary foods. See the full list of what to avoid during treatment. - [Framingham Orthodontist Appointment](https://www.bracesplaces.com/framingham-appointment/): Request an appointment at The Braces Place in Framingham — 509 Concord St. Call 508-879-4400 or book a complimentary exam. Affordable braces & Invisalign, MassHealth accepted. - [Braces for Kids, Teens & Adults in Framingham, MA | Complimentary Exam](https://www.bracesplaces.com/framingham-braces-lp/): Framingham orthodontist: affordable braces & Invisalign, MassHealth accepted, price-match guarantee, complimentary consultation — no referral. Call 508-879-4400. - [Framingham Orthodontist | Braces Cost Framingham](https://www.bracesplaces.com/framingham-orthodontist/): Orthodontist in Framingham, MA. Affordable braces & Invisalign, MassHealth accepted, price-match guarantee. 509 Concord St — call 508-879-4400 for a complimentary exam. - [Glossary](https://www.bracesplaces.com/glossary/): An orthodontic glossary from The Braces Place — clear definitions of archwires, brackets, appliances, and other braces terms to help you understand your treatment. - [Gold Braces in Greater Boston](https://www.bracesplaces.com/gold-braces/): Gold braces at The Braces Place — traditional braces finished in 24-karat gold. The same proven results as metal, with a distinctive look. Six Boston-area offices, MassHealth accepted. - [How to Handle Orthodontic Emergencies](https://www.bracesplaces.com/how-to-handle-orthodontic-emergencies/): Simple first steps for common braces problems — loose or broken brackets, poking wires, a poking steel tie, a lost tie, and mouth soreness. When to fix it at home and when to call The Braces Place. - [Invisalign Limitations](https://www.bracesplaces.com/invisalign-limitations/): Invisalign has real limitations. Dr. Rizkallah explains the four movements clear aligners can’t predictably achieve — bite correction, rotating round teeth, root uprighting, and vertical movement. - [Lawrence Orthodontist Appointment](https://www.bracesplaces.com/lawrence-appointment/): Request an appointment at The Braces Place in Lawrence — 335 Common St. Call 978-975-1000 or book a complimentary exam. Affordable braces & Invisalign, MassHealth accepted. - [Braces for Kids, Teens & Adults in Lawrence, MA | Complimentary Exam](https://www.bracesplaces.com/lawrence-braces-lp/): Lawrence orthodontist: affordable braces & Invisalign, MassHealth accepted, price-match guarantee, complimentary consultation — no referral. Call 978-975-1000. - [Lawrence Orthodontist | Braces Cost Lawrence](https://www.bracesplaces.com/lawrence-orthodontist/): Orthodontist in Lawrence, MA. Affordable braces & Invisalign, MassHealth accepted, price-match guarantee. 335 Common St — call 978-975-1000 for a complimentary exam. - [Lip Habits](https://www.bracesplaces.com/lip-habits/): Lip habits change tooth position — a lower lip trapped behind the upper teeth pushes them forward. Learn how overjet drives lip habits and how orthodontics corrects them. - [Lowell Orthodontist Appointment](https://www.bracesplaces.com/lowell-appointment/): Request an appointment at The Braces Place in Lowell — 710 Chelmsford St. Call 978-454-0774 or book a complimentary exam. Affordable braces & Invisalign, MassHealth accepted. - [Braces for Kids, Teens & Adults in Lowell, MA | Complimentary Exam](https://www.bracesplaces.com/lowell-braces-lp/): Lowell orthodontist: affordable braces & Invisalign, MassHealth accepted, price-match guarantee, complimentary consultation — no referral. Call 978-454-0774. - [Lowell Orthodontist | Braces Cost Lowell](https://www.bracesplaces.com/lowell-orthodontist/): Orthodontist in Lowell, MA. Affordable braces & Invisalign, MassHealth accepted, price-match guarantee. 710 Chelmsford St — call 978-454-0774 for a complimentary exam. - [Lynn Orthodontist Appointment](https://www.bracesplaces.com/lynn-appointment/): Request an appointment at The Braces Place in Lynn — 441 Chatham St. Call 781-599-1177 or book a complimentary exam. Affordable braces & Invisalign, MassHealth accepted. - [Braces for Kids, Teens & Adults in Lynn, MA | Complimentary Exam](https://www.bracesplaces.com/lynn-braces-lp/): Lynn orthodontist: affordable braces & Invisalign, MassHealth accepted, price-match guarantee, complimentary consultation — no referral. Call 781-599-1177. - [Lynn Orthodontist | Braces Cost Lynn](https://www.bracesplaces.com/lynn-orthodontist/): Orthodontist in Lynn, MA. Affordable braces & Invisalign, MassHealth accepted, price-match guarantee. 441 Chatham St — call 781-599-1177 for a complimentary exam. - [Metal Braces in Greater Boston](https://www.bracesplaces.com/metal-braces/): Traditional metal braces at The Braces Place — high-grade stainless steel brackets that straighten every kind of case. Six Boston-area offices, MassHealth accepted, complimentary exam. - [Orthodontic X-Rays](https://www.bracesplaces.com/orthodontic-x-rays/): Why orthodontic x-rays differ from your dentist’s — panoramic, cephalometric, TMJ, and 3-D cone-beam imaging let the orthodontist plan care for the whole dental-facial complex. - [Retainers](https://www.bracesplaces.com/retainers-2/): After braces comes retention — wear retainers for a minimum of 24 months. Learn about the Forgiver™ retainer designed by Dr. Rizkallah and how to care for your retainer. - [Retainers in 24 Hours](https://www.bracesplaces.com/retainers/): The Forgiver Retainer — Dr. Rizkallah’s trademarked retainer that re-straightens shifted teeth. Retainer facts, type comparison, and backup retainers. - [Slenderizing](https://www.bracesplaces.com/slenderizing/): Slenderizing, or interproximal reduction (IPR), is a century-old, AAO-endorsed way to relieve crowding, close gumline spaces, and add stability without extraction. FAQs answered. - [Somerville Orthodontist Appointment](https://www.bracesplaces.com/somerville-appointment/): Request an appointment at The Braces Place in Somerville — 30 College Ave. Call 617-591-9999 or book a complimentary exam. Affordable braces & Invisalign, MassHealth accepted. - [Braces for Kids, Teens & Adults in Somerville, MA | Complimentary Exam](https://www.bracesplaces.com/somerville-braces-lp/): Somerville orthodontist: affordable braces & Invisalign, MassHealth accepted, price-match guarantee, complimentary consultation — no referral. Call 617-591-9999. - [Somerville Orthodontist | Braces Cost Somerville](https://www.bracesplaces.com/somerville-orthodontist/): Orthodontist in Somerville, MA. Affordable braces & Invisalign, MassHealth accepted, price-match guarantee. 30 College Ave — call 617-591-9999 for a complimentary exam. - [Tongue Habits](https://www.bracesplaces.com/tongue-habits/): The tongue is one of the strongest muscles in the body and a powerful force on tooth position. Learn how tongue posture causes open bites and spacing — and how to retrain it. - [Tongue Training for Orthodontic Patients](https://www.bracesplaces.com/tongue-training-for-orthodontic-patients/): Learn the “Nnnnn-Suck” technique to retrain resting tongue posture and prevent open bites — six simple steps plus printable instructions in English, Portuguese, and Spanish. - [Tongue Training Video](https://www.bracesplaces.com/tonguetraining/): Watch The Braces Place tongue training video — a short demonstration of the “Nnnnn-Suck” technique that retrains resting tongue posture to prevent open bites and protect your orthodontic results. - [Types of Braces](https://www.bracesplaces.com/types-of-braces/): Explore every orthodontic option at The Braces Place — metal, gold, ceramic, and hidden braces, plus Invisalign® and simple clear aligners — across six Boston-area offices. - [Why Early Treatment](https://www.bracesplaces.com/why-early-treatment/): When is the best time for braces? The AAO recommends an orthodontic evaluation by age 7. Learn the benefits of early, interceptive treatment for a healthier smile. ## Case Studies - [Braces Before & After Photos](https://www.bracesplaces.com/before-after-braces/): 32 real before-and-after braces results from The Braces Place, Dr. Mouhab Rizkallah — smile transformations at six Boston-area orthodontic offices. - [Invisalign Before & After Photos](https://www.bracesplaces.com/before-after-invisalign/): Real before-and-after Invisalign results from The Braces Place, Dr. Mouhab Rizkallah — clear-aligner smile transformations at six Boston-area offices. - [Simple Aligners Before & After Photos](https://www.bracesplaces.com/before-after-simple-aligners/): Real before-and-after clear-aligner results from The Braces Place, Dr. Mouhab Rizkallah — six Boston-area orthodontic offices. - [Braces & Invisalign Before & After Photos](https://www.bracesplaces.com/before-after/): See 61 real before-and-after orthodontic results from The Braces Place, Dr. Mouhab Rizkallah — braces, Invisalign & aligner transformations across six Boston-area offices. ## Patient Information - [MASSHEALTH Braces Insurance](https://www.bracesplaces.com/masshealth-braces-insurance/): Dr. Rizkallah is the President of the Medicaid Orthodontists of Massachusetts Association. If you have MassHealth Standard and are under 21, contact any of our 6 offices and we will file for MassHealth Coverage for you. ## Blog - [MOMA LAWSUIT #1](https://www.bracesplaces.com/moma-lawsuit-1/): MOMA Lawsuit #1 (2014–2016), Sam H. & MOMA v. Patrick: how Dr. Mouhab Z. Rizkallah, President of MOMA, forced MassHealth into Federal compliance and restored orthodontic coverage for underprivileged Massachusetts children. - [MOMA LAWSUIT #2](https://www.bracesplaces.com/moma-lawsuit-2/): MOMA Lawsuit #2 (2017–2020), Stephanie E. & MOMA v. Baker: how Dr. Mouhab Z. Rizkallah, President of MOMA, reversed illegal “prospective billing” regulations and saved the MassHealth Orthodontic Program a second time. - [MOMA LAWSUIT #3](https://www.bracesplaces.com/moma-lawsuit-3/): MOMA Lawsuit #3 (2020–present), Dayanne N. & MOMA v. Baker: how Dr. Mouhab Z. Rizkallah, President of MOMA, won a historic December 2020 injunction stopping MassHealth from forcing doctors to misdiagnose poor children. ## Other Pages - [Braces & Invisalign in Dorchester, MA | The Braces Place – Ashmont Station](https://www.bracesplaces.com/ashmont-station-dorchester/): The Braces Place orthodontist at 1792 Dorchester Ave, Boston, MA 02124, by Ashmont Station on the Red Line. Call 617-265-8338. Braces, Invisalign & MassHealth accepted — book a complimentary exam. - [Braces & Invisalign in Lawrence, MA | The Braces Place – Buckley Station](https://www.bracesplaces.com/buckley-station-lawrence/): The Braces Place orthodontist at 335 Common Street, Lawrence, MA, next door to Buckley Station. Call 978-975-1000. Braces, Invisalign & MassHealth accepted — book a complimentary exam. - [Complimentary Examination](https://www.bracesplaces.com/complimentary-examination/): Contact our orthodontics office today to schedule a complimentary consultation. - [Braces & Invisalign in Somerville, MA | The Braces Place – Davis Square](https://www.bracesplaces.com/davis-square-somerville/): The Braces Place orthodontist at 30 College Ave, Somerville, MA 02144, across from the Davis Square Red Line stop. Call 617-591-9999. Braces, Invisalign & MassHealth accepted — book a complimentary exam. - [A compilation of Dr. Mouhab Rizkallah’s media appearances](https://www.bracesplaces.com/dr-mouhab-rizkallah-media/): A compilation of Dr. Mouhab Rizkallah’s media appearances — articles, interviews, and debates on dental insurance reform, MassHealth advocacy, and orthodontics. - [Braces & Invisalign in Framingham, MA](https://www.bracesplaces.com/framingham/): The Braces Place orthodontist at 509 Concord Street, Framingham, MA 01702. Call 508-879-4400. Braces, Invisalign & MassHealth accepted — book a complimentary exam. - [Braces & Invisalign in Lowell, MA](https://www.bracesplaces.com/lowell/): The Braces Place orthodontist at 710 Chelmsford Street, Lowell, MA 01851. Call 978-454-0774. Braces, Invisalign & MassHealth accepted — book a complimentary exam. - [Our Advocacy](https://www.bracesplaces.com/our-advocacy/): Dr. Mouhab Z. Rizkallah is a lead advocate in orthodontics and President of MOMA. Learn about the three MOMA lawsuits that protected MassHealth orthodontic coverage for children. - [Our Mission](https://www.bracesplaces.com/our-mission/): The Braces Place mission — serving patients first with the best technology, materials, and facilities, in an environment that values safety, respect, and diversity. - [Patient Resources](https://www.bracesplaces.com/patient-resources/): Orthodontic care guides and patient education articles from The Braces Place — brushing and flossing, foods to avoid, emergency info, tongue training, and more. - [Braces & Invisalign in Lynn, MA | The Braces Place of Lynn](https://www.bracesplaces.com/the-braces-place-of-lynn/): The Braces Place orthodontist at 441 Chatham Street, Lynn, MA 01902. Call 781-599-1177. Braces, Invisalign & MassHealth accepted — book a complimentary exam. ## Contact - [Contact Us](https://www.bracesplaces.com/contact-us/): Boston: 617-265-8338 • Somerville: 617-591-9999 • Lawrence: 978-975-1000 • Lowell: 978-454-0774 • Framingham: 508-879-4400 • Lynn: 781-599-1177 - [Find Your Nearest Office](https://www.bracesplaces.com/find-a-location/): Enter your ZIP code to find the closest of The Braces Place’s six Greater Boston orthodontic offices — Dorchester, Somerville, Lawrence, Lowell, Framingham, and Lynn — on an interactive map. - [Locations & Parking](https://www.bracesplaces.com/locations-parking/): Directions, parking, and hours for all six The Braces Place orthodontic offices — Dorchester, Somerville, Lawrence, Lowell, Framingham, and Lynn — most steps from the T. ## Legal - [Privacy Policy](https://www.bracesplaces.com/privacy-policy/): The Braces Place privacy policy — how we collect, use, and protect the personal information of patients and visitors to our orthodontic practice website. - [Terms and conditions](https://www.bracesplaces.com/terms-and-conditions/): The Braces Place terms and conditions governing the use of our orthodontic practice website. ## Optional - [Sitemap](https://www.bracesplaces.com/sitemap.xml) - [Robots.txt](https://www.bracesplaces.com/robots.txt)