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Best General Dentists in Elmira, NY (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Chemung County Health Department, ranked #1 of 32 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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32 Elmira clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays and 1 opens after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Elmira at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Elmira at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Chemung County Health Department73
2Top Emergency Dental73
3Able 267
4Arnot Medical Services67
5Arnot Ogden Medical System67
6Dr. Chad Uy67
7Dr. James C. Cooros, MD67
8Dr. Matthew Brown, MD67
9Jason Horn67
10Karpinski Kathryn DDS67

The 32 best general dentistry dentists in Elmira, 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.

  2. #2 Top Emergency Dental

    199 Harriet St, Elmira, NY 14901

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for general dentistry in Elmira 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 Top Emergency DentalFull profile
    In their words

    Thank you for considering Top Emergency Dental as your area dental provider. Our team offers services such as emergency dental care, pediatric care, family dental, and emergency denture repair. Our dental professionals also offer excellent general dentistry services as well! At this time, we are unable to take walk-in patients, so please call an appointment today. Our phone lines are manned 24/7, even on holidays and weekends! If you need a dentist and you need one now,…

    From Top Emergency Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Health Center for Women

    600 Fitch St, Elmira, NY 14905, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for general dentistry in Elmira on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:15 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Health Center for WomenFull profile(607) 737-8140

  23. #23 West Church St Dental

    452 W Church St, Elmira, NY 14901

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for general dentistry in Elmira on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–4:30 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at West Church St DentalFull profile(607) 732-4722

  25. #25 Cesari Andrew P DDS

    451 W Church St # 2, Elmira, NY 14901

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Elmira on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Cesari Andrew P DDSFull profile(607) 733-5586

All 32 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #32, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Dr. Trung D. Tran, DMD37
27O'Connell Family Dental37
28Maple Ave Family Dental37
29Curione Dental Lab34Sat · Sun
30Oral & Implant Surgery33
31Southport Dental33
32Robert G Lyon DDS33

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What is general dentistry?

General dentistry covers routine care: checkups, cleanings, x-rays, fillings and basic treatment of gum disease. A general dentist is usually the first stop for any dental problem and refers patients to specialists when a case needs it.

General dentistry: specialist or general dentist?

General dentists (DDS or DMD) provide this care themselves. There is no specialist for general dentistry; a general dentist may refer you to an endodontist, periodontist, orthodontist or oral surgeon for complex work.

How much does general dentistry cost in Elmira?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Elmira?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Checkup exam$80–$240DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
Exam, cleaning and x-rays$240–$560DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full general dentistry cost guide for Elmira

What to expect from general dentistry

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

General dentistry: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visits1 visit for a checkup; follow-up visits if treatment is needed
Chair timeAbout 30–60 minutes for an exam and cleaning
RecoveryNone for a routine checkup
When to see a specialistWhen your dentist finds a problem outside routine care, such as a complex root canal, advanced gum disease or bite problems

How we ranked Elmira general dentistry dentists

We scored 32 Elmira clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Elmira 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

General dentistry in Elmira: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Elmira?

Chemung County Health Department ranks #1 of 32 Elmira clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Top Emergency Dental ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Elmira, NY?

General dentistry in Elmira typically costs $145–$435 USD. By type: checkup exam $80–$240; exam, cleaning and x-rays $240–$560. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in New York?

Most dental insurance plans cover preventive checkups and cleanings, often twice a year, with little or no cost share. Medicaid covers dental care for children in every state; adult dental benefits vary by state. Confirm your benefits before booking.

Does a dental checkup hurt?

A routine checkup is usually not painful. Most patients feel only mild pressure or scraping during the cleaning. People with sensitive teeth or gum inflammation may feel some discomfort, and dentists can often use numbing gel or adjust their technique if you tell them.

Which Elmira general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 32 Elmira clinics offering general dentistry lists Saturday hours, including Curione Dental Lab. 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 general dentistry in Elmira?

32 Elmira clinics list general dentistry in our data. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Elmira

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 32 clinics.

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