Rumson families and professionals shopping for orthodontic treatment usually have a different first question than the average orthodontic patient. It is not 'how much,' it is 'what will it look like.' Adults in client-facing professional roles do not want metal in their work life. Teens at Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School and the surrounding private schools have strong feelings about how visible their treatment will be. This page leads with the discreet and premium options because that is what most Rumson patients ask about first, then covers the rest of what we offer and how to reach us.
Discreet, Premium Orthodontic Options for Rumson Families and Professionals
MHR Orthodontics is at 20 White Rd, Suite F, Shrewsbury, NJ 07702, about 12 to 15 minutes west of central Rumson. We offer the full range of modern orthodontic treatment, including four options designed specifically for patients who want their braces to be hard to see (or invisible). The trade-off between cosmetics and case complexity has narrowed considerably in the past decade. For most mild to moderate cases, a discreet option is now a realistic choice.
Meet Dr. Martin Rabinovich, Board Certified Orthodontist
Dr. Rabinovich earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences at Rutgers University, his Doctor of Dental Medicine at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, and his orthodontic and dentofacial orthopedics residency at the University of Colorado, where he also earned a Master of Science in Dentistry. His residency included extensive work with cleft lip and palate cases through Children's Hospital Colorado.
He is board certified by the American Board of Orthodontics. Board certification is a voluntary credential held by roughly one in three practicing orthodontists. The process requires submitting finished cases for peer review and is the closest external quality check available in the specialty. For Rumson families choosing between a general dentist offering Invisalign and a board-certified orthodontist offering the full range of treatment options, the credential reflects extra training and an external review of completed work.
Dr. Rabinovich is an active member of the American Dental Association, the American Association of Orthodontists, the New Jersey Dental Association, and the Monmouth-Ocean County Dental Society.
The Discreet Options First: What Adults and Teens in Rumson Choose
InBrace Lingual Braces (Completely Hidden)
InBrace places the entire system on the tongue side of your teeth, completely invisible from the front. It uses a continuous shape-memory smart wire that guides teeth between visits, so adjustment appointments are short and less frequent than with traditional lingual systems. The most common request from adults in client-facing professions. There is a brief adjustment period for speech, typically 7 to 14 days, while the tongue adapts to the new feel.
LightForce 3D Printed Custom Braces (Clear and Low-Profile)
LightForce uses a digital scan of your teeth to 3D print brackets custom-shaped to each individual tooth. The result is clear, low-profile, and more precise than off-the-shelf brackets. Custom fit typically means fewer adjustment visits over the course of treatment, and the brackets blend into the teeth more naturally than traditional ceramic. Popular with adults and older teens who want a fixed appliance but minimal visibility.
Invisalign and Spark Clear Aligners (Removable)
Removable, transparent trays. You wear each tray for one to two weeks, then move to the next in the series. Aligners come out for meals, sports, and special occasions. Best for mild to moderate cases. The trade-off is compliance: aligners only work if they are in your mouth roughly 22 hours a day. We carry both Invisalign and Spark because their tray designs handle slightly different case types.
Clear Ceramic Braces (More Subtle Than Metal)
Traditional braces mechanics with tooth-colored brackets. More noticeable than the three options above, but considerably less so than metal. A practical middle ground for teens who want a more subtle look without the price premium of LightForce or the compliance demands of aligners.
Traditional Metal Braces (Most Flexible Case Range)
Still the workhorse for the widest range of cases, including complex bite corrections that no aligner can fully address. Modern brackets are about half the size of older designs. For younger patients, color band changes at adjustment appointments are a small upside.
Driving to Our Office from Rumson
Most Rumson addresses are 12 to 15 minutes from our office. Two common routes:
From central Rumson / River Road area: West on River Road to Rumson Road, continuing through Little Silver to Sycamore Avenue, then south to White Road. Drive time: 12 to 14 minutes off peak.
From the eastern end of Rumson / Sea Bright Bridge area: Rumson Road west the full length of the borough, joining Sycamore Avenue in Shrewsbury. Drive time: 14 to 16 minutes.
Parking is at the building. Door-to-chair time is short once you arrive.
Orthodontist in Rumson NJ
Our Rumson Dental Services Include:
Insurance, Financing, and Cost
Braces costs depend on case complexity, treatment type, and length. We run a benefits check on your insurance before the consultation, so the conversation starts with your actual out-of-pocket. At the consultation, we quote a fixed total — no surprise add-ons during treatment.
For the portion not covered by insurance, we offer no-interest monthly payment plans through the office. No credit application required for the in-house plan. We accept HSA and FSA payments where applicable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Braces in Rumson
How long is the drive from Rumson?
Most Rumson addresses are 12 to 15 minutes from our office. The most direct route from central Rumson is River Road west to Rumson Road, continuing through Little Silver to Sycamore Avenue, then south to White Road. Off-peak traffic typically lands the drive at 12 minutes; rush hour can push it to 16 or 17. The office has its own parking lot.
What's the most discreet orthodontic option for an adult professional?
InBrace is the most discreet option we offer. The brackets and smart wire sit on the tongue side of the teeth, completely invisible from the front. From a client's or coworker's perspective, you are not wearing braces. The only visible difference is a brief speech adjustment in the first week or two as your tongue adapts. After that, most patients are fully back to normal speech and people in their daily life have no idea they are in active orthodontic treatment. Invisalign and Spark clear aligners are also nearly invisible at a normal conversational distance and have the advantage of being removable, though they require 22-hour-a-day wear to work and are best for mild to moderate cases.
Are clear aligners as effective as braces for adult cases?
For mild to moderate cases, yes. Clear aligners (Invisalign and Spark) handle the same range of crowding, spacing, and minor bite correction as traditional braces, with a few exceptions. Aligners are not the best option for: complex bite corrections involving significant vertical or rotational movement, cases that require extracting teeth and closing large spaces, or patients who struggle with compliance (aligners only work if they are in your mouth roughly 22 hours a day). At the consultation, we will tell you honestly whether your case is a good fit for aligners or whether a fixed appliance (LightForce, InBrace, ceramic, or metal) is the better choice.
Will InBrace affect my speech, and for how long?
Yes, briefly. Because the brackets and wire sit on the tongue side of your teeth, your tongue has a new shape to adapt to when forming certain sounds (most noticeably 's,' 'z,' 'sh,' and 'ch'). The adjustment period is typically 7 to 14 days. During the first week, you may notice a slight lisp; by the end of the second week, most patients are speaking normally and family and coworkers stop noticing. If you have a major work commitment in the first two weeks of treatment (a presentation, a deposition, an on-camera segment), we sometimes recommend scheduling the bonding appointment for after the commitment. The longer the treatment runs, the less you notice the appliance is there.
Can I see before-and-after photos of similar cases?
Yes. We have a before-and-after photo gallery on the site (linked in the main navigation under About) and we keep additional case examples in the office for in-person review. At the consultation, you can ask to see photos of cases similar to yours: same case type, same chosen treatment option, similar starting alignment. Before-and-after photos are particularly useful when deciding between treatment options, since they show actual results rather than marketing imagery.
Schedule Your Free Braces Consultation
Twelve minutes west and you are in a quiet, private consultation. Call (732) 704-5474 or request an appointment online. The consultation is free, takes 45 to 60 minutes, and ends with a clear treatment plan and a real cost number. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday appointments by request.
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