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Best Dentists in Cortland, NY (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Cortland: Blay Marcia, DR Score 67/100 and 17 of 17 services.

  2. 23

    Best for evenings and weekends: Cortland Family Practice Health Center - Family Health Network of Central New York, Inc., open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 12 PM; ranked #23 of 27.

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27 Cortland clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 is open Saturdays and 2 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. Google ratings are not yet collected, so scores use hours, services and profile data.

Top 10 dentists in Cortland at a glance

The 27 best dentists in Cortland, ranked

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

  1. 43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 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 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Established in 1972, Family Health Network (FHN) is a Federally Funded Community Health Center(FQHC), serving Cortland and contiguous counties. FHN is the only source of care in three of the five communities served, and the only source of sliding adjustments for low-income individuals and families in the Cortland County region. In addition, we are also a FTCA Deemed Facility.

    From Pediatric & Family Practice Health Center - Family Health Network of Central New York, Inc.'s own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #13 Elite Dental & Denture PC

    13 Clinton Ave, Cortland, NY 13045, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Affordable preventive, cosmetic and restorative dentistry in Cortland, NY. Discover comprehensive care under one roof - plus state of the art technology. Our talented team provides dental exams, periodontal treatment, gum surgery, dental implants, dentures, crowns, bridges, root canals, Invisalign, teeth whitening and more. We also provide a wide variety of sedation options to make the patient experience as positive as possible. Schedule an appointment today!

    From Elite Dental & Denture PC's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #16 Esther H. Kim, D.M.D., M.M. S. c., Endodontic Associates PC

    1081 Commons Ave, Cortland, NY 13045

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #18 Dental Arts Group

    139 N Main St, Cortland, NY 13045, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–4:30 PM · Tue 8 AM–3:30 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At the dental office of Dr. Stuart R. Douglas and Dr. Marisa J. Clifford, you'll meet a family of professionals who would like to introduce you to a stress-free approach to dental care that will bring smiles to the entire family. From a friendly greeting at your arrival, to a comfortable office and treatment environment, doctors and staff make every effort to put you at ease. Our state-of-the-art imaging technology accurately documents the condition of your teeth and points…

    From Dental Arts Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #19 Dr. Stuart R. Douglas

    139 N Main St, Cortland, NY 13045

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–4:30 PM · Tue 8 AM–3:30 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  6. #20 Matthew R Whipple DMD

    122 Tompkins St, Cortland, NY 13045

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    From preventive care to complete smile makeovers, Dr. Matthew Whipple and his knowledgeable, friendly staff are ready to help you achieve your optimal smile. Using the latest technology, information, and techniques, they will turn your smile into something you are proud to show off. At Seven Valley Dental, we provide a full array of dental services that are affordable, thorough, comfortable, and yield excellent results. Whether you come in for your six-month cleaning and…

    From Matthew R Whipple DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #23 Cortland Family Practice Health Center - Family Health Network of Central New York, Inc.

    4038 West Road (Rte 281, Cortland, NY 13045, United States

    34/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 because of access and services: open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 12 PM, 7 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryEmergency careImplantsCrownsBondingCosmeticFull restoration

    In their words

    Established in 1972, Family Health Network (FHN) is a Federally Funded Community Health Center(FQHC), serving Cortland and contiguous counties. FHN is the only source of care in three of the five communities served, and the only source of sliding adjustments for low-income individuals and families in the Cortland County region. In addition, we are also a FTCA Deemed Facility.

    From Cortland Family Practice Health Center - Family Health Network of Central New York, Inc.'s own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 27 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #27, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

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Best dentists in Cortland by need

One pick per need, with the clinic that comes next. Every pick names the condition it wins on.

Best for emergency in Cortland

No Cortland clinic lists emergency or same-day care in our data yet.

Best for kids in Cortland

No Cortland clinic lists kid-friendly care in our data yet.

Best for implants in Cortland

1

Blay Marcia

Highest-ranked of 27 Cortland clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Cortland County Health Department (#2 overall)

Dental Implants in Cortland →

Best for invisalign & braces in Cortland

1

Blay Marcia

Highest-ranked of 23 Cortland clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Cortland County Health Department (#2 overall)

Invisalign in Cortland →

Best for root canal in Cortland

1

Blay Marcia

Highest-ranked of 23 Cortland clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Cortland County Health Department (#2 overall)

Root Canal in Cortland →

Best for cosmetic in Cortland

1

Blay Marcia

Highest-ranked of 27 Cortland clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Cortland County Health Department (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Cortland →

Best for dentures & seniors in Cortland

1

Blay Marcia

Highest-ranked of 23 Cortland clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Cortland County Health Department (#2 overall)

Dentures in Cortland →

Best for budget & insurance in Cortland

No Cortland clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in Cortland?

Typical prices before insurance, in USD. Each row names its source.

How much does a dentist cost in Cortland?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$145–$435DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Teeth Cleaning$109–$290DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Emergency Care$145–$725DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Root Canal$1,015–$2,030DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Tooth Extraction$290–$1,015DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Wisdom Teeth Removal$290–$1,015DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Dental Implants$2,175–$8,700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Invisalign$5,075–$10,875DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Braces$4,350–$10,150DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Dental Crowns$1,160–$2,610DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Dentures$1,450–$4,350DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Veneers$1,305–$3,625DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Teeth Whitening$290–$870DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Dental Bonding$435–$870DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Cosmetic Fillings$435–$870DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Cosmetic Dentistry$725–$7,250DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Full Restoration$21,750–$72,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York

Emergency and weekend dentists in Cortland

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 Cortland dentists

We scored 27 Cortland clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Cortland 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

Dentists in Cortland: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Cortland?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Cortland, NY is Blay Marcia (DR Score 67/100). Cortland County Health Department (#2) and Cortland Medical Care (#3) follow. We ranked 27 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Cortland are open on Saturday?

1 of 27 Cortland dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Cortland Family Practice Health Center - Family Health Network of Central New York, Inc. (until 12 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 Cortland?

No Cortland clinic lists emergency care, but 2 are open after 6 PM, led by Pediatric & Family Practice Health Center - Family Health Network of Central New York, Inc. (#12) and Cortland Family Practice Health Center - Family Health Network of Central New York, Inc. (#23). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Cortland?

A dental cleaning in Cortland typically costs $109–$290 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and insurance or Medicaid can cover part of the cost.

How many dentists are there in Cortland?

DentistsRanked lists 27 dental clinics in Cortland, NY, and 27 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 27 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Cortland

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 27 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.