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Best Teeth Whitening Dentists in Syracuse, NY (2026)

58 clinics offering teeth whitening, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

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    Best overall for teeth whitening: 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 teeth whitening 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 whitening dentists in Syracuse at a glance

Top 10 whitening 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 whitening 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 whitening in Syracuse

    #1 Dr. Patrick B. Smith, DDS

    90 Presidential Plaza, Syracuse, NY 13202, United States

    73/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for teeth whitening 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 teeth whitening 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.

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 is teeth whitening?

Teeth whitening uses peroxide-based gels to lighten stains on natural tooth enamel. It can be done in the clinic in one visit or at home with custom trays from your dentist. It does not change the colour of crowns, fillings or veneers.

Teeth whitening: specialist or general dentist?

General and cosmetic dentists provide professional whitening. A dental exam first helps rule out cavities or gum problems that could make whitening uncomfortable.

How much does teeth whitening cost in Syracuse?

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

How much does teeth whitening cost in Syracuse?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
In-office whitening$440–$1,450DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
Custom take-home trays$290–$870DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—

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

What to expect from teeth whitening

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

Teeth whitening: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visits1 visit in-office; or 1–2 visits for custom take-home trays
Chair timeAbout 60–90 minutes in-office
RecoveryNone; temporary tooth sensitivity is common for a day or two
When to see a specialistRarely needed; ask your dentist about deep stains from medication or injury

How we ranked Syracuse whitening dentists

We scored 58 Syracuse clinics offering teeth whitening 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

Teeth whitening in Syracuse: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth whitening dentist in Syracuse?

Dr. Patrick B. Smith, DDS ranks #1 of 58 Syracuse clinics offering teeth whitening 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 does teeth whitening cost in Syracuse, NY?

Teeth whitening in Syracuse typically costs $290–$870 USD. By type: in-office whitening $440–$1,450; custom take-home trays $290–$870. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is teeth whitening covered by insurance or Medicaid in New York?

Teeth whitening is cosmetic and is not covered by most dental insurance plans or Medicaid. Some clinics offer in-house membership plans with discounts.

Does teeth whitening hurt?

Teeth whitening is not usually painful, but temporary sensitivity is common during treatment and for a day or two after. Some people feel brief sharp twinges. Your dentist can lower the gel strength or recommend a desensitising toothpaste.

Which Syracuse teeth whitening dentists are open on Saturday?

5 of 58 Syracuse clinics offering teeth whitening 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 teeth whitening in Syracuse?

58 Syracuse clinics list teeth whitening 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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