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Best Cosmetic Filling Dentists in Syracuse, NY (2026)

58 clinics offering tooth-colored fillings, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

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    Best overall for tooth-colored fillings: Dr. Patrick B. Smith, DDS, ranked #1 of 58 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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58 Syracuse clinics list tooth-colored fillings and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 5 open Saturdays. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 fillings dentists in Syracuse at a glance

Top 10 fillings dentists in Syracuse at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Dr. Patrick B. Smith, DDS73Yes
2Downtown Dental Syracuse73—
3Syracuse Dentist - Smiles By Design73—
4Westvale Dental Care73—
5Urgent! Smiles Solutions67—
6A1 Dentist Syracuse67—
7Anderson James V DDS67—
8Antelope Dental67—
9Christina V. Smart, RDH67—
10Dental Implant Center-Syracuse67—

The 58 best fillings dentists in Syracuse, ranked

Ordered by service score: the DR Score plus bonuses for a specialist on staff, reviews that mention the service and same-day care where it applies.

  1. Ranked #1 for fillings in Syracuse

    #1 Dr. Patrick B. Smith, DDS

    90 Presidential Plaza, Syracuse, NY 13202, United States

    73/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for tooth-colored fillings in Syracuse: emergency visits and evening hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Thu closed · Fri–Sun 12 AM–12 AM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Patrick B. Smith, DDSFull profile(315) 464-8668

  3. #3 Syracuse Dentist - Smiles By Design

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for tooth-colored fillings in Syracuse on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Syracuse Dentist - Smiles By DesignFull profile
    In their words

    Welcome to an extraordinary dental experience located near rt. 81 at 7th North Street, 1304 Buckley Rd, Syracuse NY 13212. Are you in search of a family or cosmetic dentist right here in the Syracuse NY area? Our services have been established to provide care and comfort to patients. Smiles by Design Family Dentistry features the latest in dental technology and includes advanced techniques such as CT digital imaging. Step inside our office and you’ll feel the difference…

    From Syracuse Dentist - Smiles By Design's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 Sheridan, Edwards, French and Corso, Dentists

    3309 James St, Syracuse, NY 13206, United States

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for tooth-colored fillings in Syracuse on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Sheridan, Edwards, French and Corso, DentistsFull profile(315) 463-0295

  22. #22 Syracuse Community Health Center: Puckett Wanda DDS

    819 S Salina St, Syracuse, NY 13202

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for tooth-colored fillings in Syracuse on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Syracuse Community Health Center: Puckett Wanda DDSFull profile(315) 476-7921

All 58 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #58, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Central New York Cosmetic Dentistry57Evenings · Sat
27Lakeview Dental Syracuse53Evenings · Sat
28Syracuse Dental Associates43Sat
29Quality Family Dental43Evenings
30James Street Dental Arts37
31VIP Smiles: Ingram Shad T DDS37
32Creative Dental Concepts of CNY, PLLC37
33Dental Superior, LLC37
34Jamesville Dental37
35Dr. Karen Lawitts37
36Heritage Dental Associates37
37Dr. Terry R. Watson, DDS37
38Janice Pliszczak, DDS37
39ProSmile Dentistry37
40Your Syracuse Family Dentist37
41Berry Good Dental Care PC37
42Butternut Family Dentistry: Michael Darling, DMD37
43Christopher Santay DDS37
44Dr. Hansen's Family Dentistry37
45Anthony J Grasso Jr DDS37
46Wilson Dental Pc33
47Grant Boulevard Dental PLLC33
48Martin & Winkler D.D.S. P.C.33
49Syracuse Community Health Center33
50Syracuse Community Health Center33
51St. Joseph's Dental Care33
52Syracuse VA Dental Clinic33
53Dr. Gregory A. Craybas33
54Palma & Nardozza Dental Services PC - SSB33
55Syracuse Smiles33
56CNY Dental Arts PLLC33
57Steven R. Zdep, DDS & Scott W. Shallish, DMD33
58Michael P Teluk DDS33

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What are tooth-colored fillings?

Cosmetic fillings use tooth-coloured composite resin, or porcelain inlays and onlays, to repair cavities in a way that blends with your teeth. They replace older silver (amalgam) fillings for many patients.

Tooth-colored fillings: specialist or general dentist?

General dentists place tooth-coloured fillings. A specialist is rarely needed unless decay reaches the nerve, when a root canal may be required.

How much do tooth-colored fillings cost in Syracuse?

Typical ranges in USD for Syracuse, NY. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do tooth-colored fillings cost in Syracuse?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Composite filling, one surface$220–$440DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
Composite filling, multiple surfaces$370–$650DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
Porcelain inlay or onlay$940–$2,150DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full tooth-colored fillings cost guide for Syracuse

What to expect from tooth-colored fillings

Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.

Tooth-colored fillings: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visits1 visit for composite; often 2 visits for porcelain inlays or onlays
Chair timeAbout 20–60 minutes per tooth
RecoveryNone; some sensitivity for a few days is common
When to see a specialistWhen decay is deep enough to affect the nerve

How we ranked Syracuse fillings dentists

We scored 58 Syracuse clinics offering tooth-coloured fillings on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 duplicate listings). Google ratings are not yet collected, so each score is renormalised over the factors we measured. Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured clinics are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Syracuse data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingNot yet collected
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumNot yet collected
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Access15%Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patientsMeasured
Services10%Services offered out of 17Measured
Profile completeness5%Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photosMeasured

Tooth-coloured fillings in Syracuse: frequently asked questions

Who is the best tooth-colored fillings dentist in Syracuse?

Dr. Patrick B. Smith, DDS ranks #1 of 58 Syracuse clinics offering tooth-colored fillings by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Downtown Dental Syracuse ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much do tooth-colored fillings cost in Syracuse, NY?

Tooth-colored fillings in Syracuse typically costs $435–$870 USD. By type: composite filling, one surface $220–$440; composite filling, multiple surfaces $370–$650; porcelain inlay or onlay $940–$2,150. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Are tooth-colored fillings covered by insurance or Medicaid in New York?

Most dental plans cover fillings as basic care, often at 70–80% after the deductible. Some plans pay only the amalgam rate on back teeth. Medicaid covers fillings for children; adult coverage varies by state.

Does getting a filling hurt?

Fillings are usually done with local anesthetic, so most patients feel pressure and vibration but not pain. The injection itself can sting briefly. Teeth may be sensitive to temperature or biting for a few days afterward.

Which Syracuse tooth-colored fillings dentists are open on Saturday?

5 of 58 Syracuse clinics offering tooth-colored fillings list Saturday hours, including Dr. Patrick B. Smith, DDS, Urgent! Smiles Solutions and Central New York Cosmetic Dentistry. Hours come from each clinic's listing; check with the clinic before you go, since holiday and summer hours can change.

How many dentists offer tooth-colored fillings in Syracuse?

58 Syracuse clinics list tooth-colored fillings in our data. 5 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Syracuse

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 93 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.

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