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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in Amherst, NY (2026)

21 clinics offering teeth cleanings, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for teeth cleanings: Shatkin F.I.R.S.T., ranked #1 of 21 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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21 Amherst clinics list teeth cleanings and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 4 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them.

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Amherst at a glance

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Amherst at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Shatkin F.I.R.S.T.73—
2Mostowy Jay H DDS685.0★ (346)
3Dr. Michael Lamastra67—
4Dr. Patrick L. Irving, DDS67—
5Inspire Dental Group57—
6Shatkin Dental Health554.2★ (25)
7Dr Bob's Dental Care53—
8Lif Dental53—
9John V. Lucchese Jr. DDS495.0★ (2)
10Westermeier Martin Dental Care43—

The 21 best cleaning dentists in Amherst, 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. #5 Inspire Dental Group

    4330 Maple Rd, Amherst, NY 14226

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for teeth cleanings in Amherst: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7:30 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Inspire Dental Group offers a full range of dental services for adults and children. Our team of professionals is committed to providing our patients with exceptional comprehensive care in a compassionate manner; the same care that we would seek for our own friends and family

    From Inspire Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #7 Dr Bob's Dental Care

    4927 Main St, Amherst, NY 14226

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for teeth cleanings in Amherst: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #8 Lif Dental

    2000 Eggert Rd, Amherst, NY 14226

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for teeth cleanings in Amherst: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue closed · Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    We empower the people we serve with a smile that brightens the day of others and changes the way they view themselves. We offer a range of dental services to help you maintain a healthy smile. These services including: hygiene, general dentistry, implants, fillings, crowns, root canals, periodontics, partial or full dentures, invisible braces, and endodontics. Our doctors are committed to providing the highest quality of dentistry to ensure the longevity of your oral health.

    From Lif Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #10 Westermeier Martin Dental Care

    3500 Sheridan Dr, Amherst, NY 14226

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for teeth cleanings in Amherst: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 7 AM–7 PM · Wed 7 AM–4 PM · Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Drs. Scott Westermeier and Jeff Martin have worked to create a world-class, hi-tech dental facility right here in Western New York designed to meet the dental needs of their busy patients. At Westermeier Martin Dental, we have set up our practice so that our patients can comfortably receive every type of dental care they need under one roof from experienced, compassionate dental professionals. And while our list of services may read like other dental offices, it’s the way we…

    From Westermeier Martin Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #11 Choice 1 Dental

    2878 Niagara Falls Blvd, Amherst, NY 14228, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for teeth cleanings in Amherst: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 9 AM–6:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–2 PM · Thu 9 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  6. #12 Dr. Vasuki Thevanayagam, DDS

    2878 Niagara Falls Blvd, Amherst, NY 14228, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for teeth cleanings in Amherst: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 9 AM–6:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–2 PM · Thu 9 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #14 Matteliano James C DDS

    2122 Eggert Rd # 4, Amherst, NY 14226

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for teeth cleanings in Amherst: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue closed · Wed 12 PM–8 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  8. #16 Buffalo General Dentistry | Implant, Sedation & Cosmetic

    4955 N Bailey Ave Suite 110, Amherst, NY 14226, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for teeth cleanings in Amherst 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–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 10 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Your fully-vaccinated team at Buffalo General Dentistry welcomes you to the leading dental implant, sedation, and cosmetic practice in the Western New York area! Dr. Jammal has helped thousands of patients improve and maintain beautiful, healthy smiles at our dental office in Amherst, NY. Our practice has expertise in a wide scope of dental treatments.

    From Buffalo General Dentistry | Implant, Sedation & Cosmetic's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  9. #17 Jeffrey I. Goldberg DDS PLLC

    3980 Sheridan Dr, Amherst, NY 14226

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for teeth cleanings in Amherst 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 AM–5 PM · Tue 1 PM–5 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  10. #18 Amherst Gentle Dentistry

    4510 Main St, Amherst, NY 14226

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for teeth cleanings in Amherst 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 AM–6 PM · Tue–Thu 7 AM–3 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    We accept Dentaquest, Emblem Health, Healthplex, and most other insurances. Dr. Robert Bork and his Staff at Amherst Gentle Dentistry have raised the practice of dentistry to a whole new level. We use only the finest materials, the newest technology and the most cutting-edge dentistry, whether it’s white fillings, teeth cleanings, root canals, crowns, dentures or bridges.

    From Amherst Gentle Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  11. #19 Moore Family Dental

    350 Alberta Dr, Amherst, NY 14226

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for teeth cleanings in Amherst 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 AM–4 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–12 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Conveniently located in Amherst, NY, Moore Family Dental is a comprehensive dental facility focusing upon total oral health. Our responsibility is to listen to our patients, address their primary needs and concerns – and then get them to a point of optimal oral well being. Our Amherst dentist office understands that everybody’s life situations vary greatly, and only through a relationship built upon an open line of communication can we achieve our mutual goals. We are…

    From Moore Family Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  12. #20 Winning Smiles

    3476 Sheridan Dr, Amherst, NY 14226

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for teeth cleanings in Amherst 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–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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What is a teeth cleaning?

A professional teeth cleaning removes plaque and hardened tartar that brushing and flossing miss. A routine cleaning works above the gumline. A deep cleaning, called scaling and root planing, treats gum disease below the gumline.

Teeth cleaning: specialist or general dentist?

Dental hygienists and general dentists do routine cleanings. A periodontist (gum specialist) may be recommended when gum disease is advanced or keeps coming back after deep cleanings.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Amherst?

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

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Amherst?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Routine adult cleaning$110–$290DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
Cleaning with exam and x-rays$240–$480DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
Deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), per quadrant$240–$560DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full teeth cleaning cost guide for Amherst

What to expect from a teeth cleaning

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

A teeth cleaning: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visits1 visit for a routine cleaning; deep cleanings are often split over 2 visits
Chair timeAbout 30–60 minutes routine; 1–2 hours for a deep cleaning
RecoveryNone for a routine cleaning; gums can feel tender for a few days after a deep cleaning
When to see a specialistWhen gum pockets are deep, bone loss shows on x-rays, or gum disease persists after treatment

How we ranked Amherst cleaning dentists

We scored 21 Amherst clinics offering teeth cleanings on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 5 were excluded (5 duplicate listings). 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 Amherst data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsMeasured
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

Teeth cleanings in Amherst: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in Amherst?

Shatkin F.I.R.S.T. ranks #1 of 21 Amherst clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. Mostowy Jay H DDS ranks #2 (5.0★ from 346 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Amherst, NY?

A teeth cleaning in Amherst typically costs $109–$290 USD. By type: routine adult cleaning $110–$290; cleaning with exam and x-rays $240–$480; deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), per quadrant $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 a teeth cleaning covered by insurance or Medicaid in New York?

Most dental insurance plans cover routine cleanings, usually twice a year. Deep cleanings are often covered at a lower rate as basic care. Medicaid covers cleanings for children; adult coverage varies by state.

Does a teeth cleaning hurt?

A routine cleaning is usually not painful. Most patients feel pressure and scraping, and sensitive spots can twinge. A deep cleaning is typically done with local anesthetic, so the treated area is numb. Gums may feel tender for a few days afterward.

Which Amherst teeth cleaning dentists are open on Saturday?

4 of 21 Amherst clinics offering teeth cleanings list Saturday hours, including Inspire Dental Group, Dr Bob's Dental Care and Lif Dental. 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 teeth cleanings in Amherst?

21 Amherst clinics list teeth cleanings in our data. 4 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Amherst

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 29 clinics.
  2. : 5 duplicate listings merged.