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Best Dentists in Amherst, OH (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Amherst: Stamatis Peter N DDS, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

  2. 5

    Best for kids and families: Hudec Dental, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #5 of 13.

  3. 6

    Best for evenings and weekends: Musengo Michael A DDS, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 1 PM; ranked #6 of 13.

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13 Amherst clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 is open Saturdays and 2 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 5 have a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Amherst at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Amherst at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1Stamatis Peter N DDS73——Overall, Invisalign & braces
2Amherst Neighborhood Dentistry695.0★ (236)—Implants
3Dr. Ihor Danko67———
4Elite Dental Art645.0★ (13)——
5Hudec Dental624.4★ (29)—Kids
6Musengo Michael A DDS584.0★ (13)Evenings · SatEvenings & weekends
7Jacko Anne DDS555.0★ (10)——
8Amherst Family Dentistry47—Evenings—
9Amherst Dental Associates37———
10Gregory Sy DDS, & Associates, Inc.37———

The 13 best dentists in Amherst, ranked

Ordered by DR Score, a 0–100 score from 6 published factors. Scores refresh weekly.

  1. #8 Amherst Family Dentistry

    572 N Leavitt Rd #1131, Amherst, OH 44001

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–5 PM · Tue 11 AM–7 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–5 PM · Thu closed · Fri 8:30 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. #9 Amherst Dental Associates

    255 S Main St, Amherst, OH 44001

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–2 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #10 Gregory Sy DDS, & Associates, Inc.

    1755 Cooper Foster Park Rd, Amherst, OH 44001

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Very Gentle. Very Easy. From routine cleanings to more intensive procedures, receiving quality dental care is important to both the young and old alike. When searching for a dependable family dentist, go with a practice that truly cares about treating your loved ones with a gentle touch. At Gregory Sy, DDS & Associates, Inc. in Amherst, OH, patients can look forward to compassionate care in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Driven by a commitment to exceeding your…

    From Gregory Sy DDS, & Associates, Inc.'s own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #11 Patrick J. Elbert, DDS

    1495 Cooper Foster Park Rd, Amherst, OH 44001

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 10 AM–2 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 10 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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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

5

Hudec Dental

Highest-ranked of 1 Amherst clinic offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #5 overall by DR Score and open 1 days a week.

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Best for implants in Amherst

2

Amherst Neighborhood Dentistry

Highest-ranked of 8 Amherst clinics offering dental implants: oral surgeon on staff, #1 for implants and #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Stamatis Peter N DDS (#1 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Amherst

1

Stamatis Peter N DDS

Highest-ranked of 7 Amherst clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Ihor Danko (#3 overall)

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Best for root canal in Amherst

1

Stamatis Peter N DDS

Highest-ranked of 7 Amherst clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Ihor Danko (#3 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Amherst

1

Stamatis Peter N DDS

Highest-ranked of 7 Amherst clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Ihor Danko (#3 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Amherst

1

Stamatis Peter N DDS

Highest-ranked of 7 Amherst clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Ihor Danko (#3 overall)

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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.

How much does a dentist cost in Amherst?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$100–$300DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio
Teeth Cleaning$75–$200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio
Emergency Care$100–$500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio
Root Canal$700–$1,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio
Tooth Extraction$200–$700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio
Wisdom Teeth Removal$200–$700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio
Dental Implants$1,500–$6,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio
Invisalign$3,500–$7,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio
Braces$3,000–$7,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio
Dental Crowns$800–$1,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio
Dentures$1,000–$3,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio
Veneers$900–$2,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio
Teeth Whitening$200–$600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio
Dental Bonding$300–$600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio
Cosmetic Fillings$300–$600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio
Cosmetic Dentistry$500–$5,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio
Full Restoration$15,000–$50,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio

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.

How we ranked Amherst dentists

We scored 13 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.

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

Dentists in Amherst: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Amherst?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Amherst, OH is Stamatis Peter N DDS (DR Score 73/100). Amherst Neighborhood Dentistry (#2) and Dr. Ihor Danko (#3) follow. We ranked 13 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Amherst are open on Saturday?

1 of 13 Amherst dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Musengo Michael A DDS (until 1 PM). None of the listed clinics post Sunday hours. Hours come from each clinic's listing as of October 2026, so call ahead on holidays.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Amherst?

No Amherst clinic lists emergency care, but 2 are open after 6 PM, led by Musengo Michael A DDS (#6) and Amherst Family Dentistry (#8). 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 $75–$200 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio. 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?

Hudec Dental is the highest-ranked Amherst clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #5 of 13 by DR Score. It is open 1 days a week. 1 Amherst clinic has a pediatric dentist in our data.

How many dentists are there in Amherst?

DentistsRanked lists 13 dental clinics in Amherst, OH, and 13 are ranked by DR Score. 1 post Saturday hours and 2 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 12 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Amherst

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 13 clinics.