63/100
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 430 Google reviews, the most Google reviews in Amherst (430).
- 4.7from 430 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Wed 7 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Best Dentists in Amherst, MA (2026)
15 clinics ranked by DR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Amherst: 1st Advantage Dental - Amherst, 4.7★ from 430 Google reviews, open 5 days a week and 2 of 17 services.
- 10
Best for kids and families: Treehouse Pediatric Dentistry, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #10 of 15.
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15 Amherst clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 13 have a Google rating on file.
Top 10 dentists in Amherst at a glance
| Rank | Clinic | DR Score | Rating (reviews) | Evenings / weekends | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1st Advantage Dental - Amherst | 63 | 4.7★ (430) | — | Overall |
| 2 | Connecticut Valley Oral Surgery Associates | 63 | 4.9★ (208) | — | Implants |
| 3 | Amherst Dental Group | 60 | 4.8★ (331) | — | — |
| 4 | Newmarket Dentistry | 59 | 4.8★ (286) | — | — |
| 5 | Amity Street Dental | 58 | 4.4★ (48) | Evenings | — |
| 6 | In the Valley Orthodontics | 56 | 4.8★ (32) | — | Invisalign & braces |
| 7 | Triangle Family Dental Spa | 56 | 4.5★ (68) | — | — |
| 8 | Treehouse Orthodontics | 55 | 4.9★ (34) | — | — |
| 9 | Chika Akamnonu, DDS | 55 | 5.0★ (1) | — | — |
| 10 | Treehouse Pediatric Dentistry | 53 | 5.0★ (18) | — | Kids |
The 15 best dentists in Amherst, ranked
Ordered by DR Score, a 0–100 score from 6 published factors. Scores refresh weekly.
#2 Connecticut Valley Oral Surgery Associates
100 University Dr, Amherst, MA 01002
63/100Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 208 Google reviews, 208 Google reviews.
- 4.9from 208 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#3 Amherst Dental Group
650 Main St, Amherst, MA 01002
60/100Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 331 Google reviews, 331 Google reviews.
- 4.8from 331 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#4 Newmarket Dentistry
28 University Dr, Amherst, MA 01002
59/100Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 286 Google reviews, 286 Google reviews.
- 4.8from 286 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#5 Amity Street Dental
148 Amity St, Amherst, MA 01002
58/100Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.4★ from 48 Google reviews, 48 Google reviews.
- 4.4from 48 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Tue 7:45 AM–4:30 PM · Wed–Thu 7:45 AM–7 PM · Fri 7:45 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#6 In the Valley Orthodontics
196 N Pleasant St, Amherst, MA 01002
56/100Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 32 Google reviews, 32 Google reviews.
- 4.8from 32 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon closed · Tue–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
#7 Triangle Family Dental Spa
203 Triangle St, Amherst, MA 01002
56/100Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 68 Google reviews, 68 Google reviews.
- 4.5from 68 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–4 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#8 Treehouse Orthodontics
23 Pray St, Amherst, MA 01002
55/100Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 34 Google reviews, 34 Google reviews.
- 4.9from 34 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#9 Chika Akamnonu, DDS
31 Hall Dr Ste B, Amherst, MA 01002
55/10085% of factors measuredRanked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 1 Google review, 1 Google review.
Based on reputation, review volume, recency, services and profile completeness.
- 5.0from 1 Google reviews
#10 Treehouse Pediatric Dentistry
23 Pray St B, Amherst, MA 01002
53/100Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews, 18 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 18 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue closed · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu–Sun closed
#11 John P. Musante Health Center
70 Boltwood Walk, Amherst, MA 01002
53/100Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and review volume: 3.7★ from 20 Google reviews, 20 Google reviews.
- 3.7from 20 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#12 T. John Megas Jr., DMD Periodontics and Implantology
6 University Dr Ste 202, Amherst, MA 01002
53/100Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 38 Google reviews, 38 Google reviews.
- 4.6from 38 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#13 Sonier Roger DDS..
196 N Pleasant St #13, Amherst, MA 01002
53/100Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 11 Google reviews, 11 Google reviews.
- 4.5from 11 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12:50 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#14 Dr. Brianna Munoz
23 Pray St, Amherst, MA 01002
15/10015% of factors measuredRanked #14 because of services: 2 of 17 services offered.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
#15 South Amherst Family Dentistry
6 University Dr #204, Amherst, MA 01002
15/10015% of factors measuredRanked #15 because of services: 2 of 17 services offered.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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Best dentists in Amherst by need
One pick per need, with the clinic that comes next. Every pick names the condition it wins on.
Best for emergency in Amherst
No Amherst clinic lists emergency or same-day care in our data yet.
Best for kids in Amherst
10
Highest-ranked of 1 Amherst clinic offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #10 overall by DR Score and open 2 days a week.
Best for implants in Amherst
2
Connecticut Valley Oral Surgery Associates
Highest-ranked of 3 Amherst clinics offering dental implants: oral surgeon on staff, #1 for implants and #2 overall by DR Score.
Runner-up: T. John Megas Jr., DMD Periodontics and Implantology (#12 overall)
Best for invisalign & braces in Amherst
6
Highest-ranked of 2 Amherst clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff and #6 overall by DR Score.
Runner-up: Treehouse Orthodontics (#8 overall)
Best for root canal in Amherst
No Amherst clinic lists root canals in our data yet.
Best for cosmetic in Amherst
No Amherst clinic lists cosmetic dentistry in our data yet.
Best for dentures & seniors in Amherst
No Amherst clinic lists dentures in our data yet.
Best for budget & insurance in Amherst
No Amherst clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.
How much does a dentist cost in Amherst?
Typical prices before insurance, in USD. Each row names its source.
| Service | Typical price (USD) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| General Dentistry | $135–$405 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts |
| Teeth Cleaning | $101–$270 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts |
| Emergency Care | $135–$675 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts |
| Tooth Extraction | $270–$945 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts |
| Wisdom Teeth Removal | $270–$945 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts |
| Dental Implants | $2,025–$8,100 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts |
| Invisalign | $4,725–$10,125 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts |
| Braces | $4,050–$9,450 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts |
Emergency and weekend dentists in Amherst
Clinics that list same-day or emergency care, or post Saturday, Sunday or after-6 PM hours. Severe swelling or bleeding: go to a hospital.
- Call (413) 549-8100
Mon–Tue 7:45 AM–4:30 PM · Wed–Thu 7:45 AM–7 PM · Fri 7:45 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Evenings
How we ranked Amherst dentists
We scored 15 Amherst clinics 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Amherst data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 45% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Review volume | 15% | log10(review count) against the city maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews in the last 12 months | Measured |
| Access | 15% | Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patients | Measured |
| Services | 10% | Services offered out of 17 | Measured |
| Profile completeness | 5% | Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photos | Measured |
Dentists in Amherst: frequently asked questions
Who is the best dentist in Amherst?
By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Amherst, MA is 1st Advantage Dental - Amherst (DR Score 63/100). It has a 4.7★ rating from 430 Google reviews. It is open 5 days a week. Connecticut Valley Oral Surgery Associates (#2) and Amherst Dental Group (#3) follow. We ranked 15 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.
Where can I find an emergency dentist in Amherst?
No Amherst clinic lists emergency care, but 1 is open after 6 PM, led by Amity Street Dental (#5). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.
How much is a dental cleaning in Amherst?
A dental cleaning in Amherst typically costs $101–$270 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and insurance or Medicaid can cover part of the cost.
Who is the best kids' dentist in Amherst?
Treehouse Pediatric Dentistry is the highest-ranked Amherst clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #10 of 15 by DR Score. It is open 2 days a week. 1 Amherst clinic has a pediatric dentist in our data.
How many dentists are there in Amherst?
DentistsRanked lists 15 dental clinics in Amherst, MA, and 15 are ranked by DR Score. 1 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 10 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.
Update log for Amherst
- : DR Scores recalculated for 15 clinics.
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