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Best Wisdom Teeth Removal Dentists in Rochester, NY (2026)

60 clinics offering wisdom teeth removal, rankedUpdated 12 oral surgeons0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for wisdom teeth removal: Oral & Maxillofacial Associates: Ruckert Eric W DDS, ranked #1 of 60 by service score; an oral surgeon on staff, 3.6★ from 13 Google reviews, 6 of 13 collected reviews mention wisdom teeth removal.

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    Best specialist (oral surgeon): Rochester Specialty Dental, an oral surgeon on staff, 4.8★ from 114 Google reviews, 5 of 20 collected reviews mention wisdom teeth removal.

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60 Rochester clinics list wisdom teeth removal and are ranked here by service score. 12 list an oral surgeon and 4 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 10 of them.

Top 10 wisdom teeth dentists in Rochester at a glance

Top 10 wisdom teeth dentists in Rochester at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning wisdom teeth
1Oral & Maxillofacial Associates: Ruckert Eric W DDS77Yes (oral surgeon)3.6★ (13)6
2Rochester Specialty Dental77Yes (oral surgeon)4.8★ (114)5
3Allens Creek Oral and Implant Surgery74Yes (oral surgeon)4.7★ (49)9
4Vincent Vella DDS PC74Yes (oral surgeon)5.0★ (889)—
5Dr. Fred G. Blum & Associates73———
6North Coast Dental Group73———
7Pluta Dental Center73———
8University Dental Faculty Maxillofacial And Implant Surgery73———
9Marc Johnson Oral Surgery73Yes (oral surgeon)4.8★ (61)5
10Henrietta Family Dental71Yes (oral surgeon)4.7★ (215)—

The 60 best wisdom teeth dentists in Rochester, 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. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for wisdom teeth removal in Rochester 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

    In their words

    The Pluta Dental Center at the Riedman Health Center offers a full range of dental services for children and adults. The center is staffed by dentists, dental residents, dental hygienists, and other members of the dental team who are eager to help you maintain good oral health. If you are in need of care and the health center is closed, please call (585) 922-4103.

    From Pluta Dental Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #8 University Dental Faculty Maxillofacial And Implant Surgery

    2400 S Clinton Ave, Rochester, NY 14618

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for wisdom teeth removal in Rochester 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

  3. #15 Urgent Dental Care

    1740 Culver Rd, Rochester, NY 14609

    67/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for wisdom teeth removal in Rochester: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun 9 AM–1 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Urgent Dental Care of Rochester focuses on the management of conditions that require immediate attention to relieve severe pain and/or risk of infection and to alleviate the burden on hospital emergency departments. These should be treated as minimally invasively as possible. We specialize in emergency dental care and continuity of care with your preferred dental health care provider. Same day appointments available 7 days a week, 365 days a year! Refund: If you have private…

    From Urgent Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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What is wisdom teeth removal?

Wisdom teeth are the third molars, which usually come in between ages 17 and 25. They are often removed when they are impacted, partly erupted, decayed, or crowding other teeth. Not every wisdom tooth needs to come out; x-rays help decide.

Wisdom teeth removal: specialist or general dentist?

General dentists remove many erupted wisdom teeth. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons typically remove impacted wisdom teeth, especially those near the jaw nerve, and offer IV sedation or general anesthesia.

12 of Rochester's 60 clinics offering wisdom teeth removal have an oral surgeon on staff. See oral surgeons in Rochester

How much does wisdom teeth removal cost in Rochester?

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

How much does wisdom teeth removal cost in Rochester?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Erupted wisdom tooth, per tooth$330–$650DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
Soft-tissue impacted, per tooth$410–$980DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
Bony impacted, per tooth$570–$1,300DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
All four with IV sedation$2,450–$4,900DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full wisdom teeth removal cost guide for Rochester

What to expect from wisdom teeth removal

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

Wisdom teeth removal: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visitsA consultation, then 1 surgery visit and often a follow-up
Chair timeAbout 30–90 minutes for all four
RecoveryMost people rest 2–4 days; swelling usually peaks around day 2 or 3
When to see a specialistImpacted teeth, teeth close to the jaw nerve, or when you want IV sedation

How we ranked Rochester wisdom teeth dentists

We scored 60 Rochester clinics offering wisdom teeth removal on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Rochester 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

Wisdom teeth removal in Rochester: frequently asked questions

Who is the best wisdom teeth removal dentist in Rochester?

Oral & Maxillofacial Associates: Ruckert Eric W DDS ranks #1 of 60 Rochester clinics offering wisdom teeth removal by DentistsRanked service score. It has an oral surgeon on staff and 3.6★ from 13 Google reviews. Rochester Specialty Dental ranks #2 (an oral surgeon on staff). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an oral surgeon on staff.

How much does wisdom teeth removal cost in Rochester, NY?

Wisdom teeth removal in Rochester typically costs $290–$1,015 USD. By type: erupted wisdom tooth, per tooth $330–$650; soft-tissue impacted, per tooth $410–$980; bony impacted, per tooth $570–$1,300. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Rochester do wisdom teeth removal?

Yes. 48 of the 60 Rochester clinics offering wisdom teeth removal do not list an oral surgeon, so general dentists there typically provide it. 12 list an oral surgeon on staff. Typical reasons to see an oral surgeon: impacted teeth, teeth close to the jaw nerve, or when you want IV sedation.

Is wisdom teeth removal covered by insurance or Medicaid in New York?

Many dental insurance plans cover wisdom teeth removal as oral surgery, often at 50–80% after the deductible. Sedation may be covered separately or not at all. Some medical plans cover impacted teeth. Medicaid coverage varies by state.

Does wisdom teeth removal hurt?

During surgery you should not feel pain, because the area is numbed and many patients also choose sedation. Soreness, swelling and jaw stiffness for several days afterward are common. Most patients manage with prescribed or over-the-counter pain relief and rest.

Which Rochester wisdom teeth removal dentists are open on Saturday?

4 of 60 Rochester clinics offering wisdom teeth removal list Saturday hours, including Urgent Dental Care, Kozlowski Michael A DDS and East Avenue Dentistry PLLC. 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 wisdom teeth removal in Rochester?

60 Rochester clinics list wisdom teeth removal in our data. 12 of them list an oral surgeon on staff. They include Oral & Maxillofacial Associates: Ruckert Eric W DDS and Rochester Specialty Dental. 4 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 10 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Rochester

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 232 clinics.