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Best Dentists in Penfield, NY (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Penfield: Steven G. Damelio, DMD, 5.0★ from 306 Google reviews, open evenings until 7 PM and 3 of 17 services.

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    Best for kids and families: Terrance J. O'Keefe, DDS, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #2 of 12.

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12 Penfield clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 11 have a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Penfield at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Penfield at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1Steven G. Damelio, DMD705.0★ (306)EveningsOverall, Cosmetic
2Terrance J. O'Keefe, DDS634.9★ (348)—Kids
3Gregory A. Merkley, DDS624.9★ (210)——
4You Dental614.8★ (138)——
5Roland Orthodontics605.0★ (153)—Invisalign & braces
6Claffey Dental605.0★ (4)——
7The Smile Center of Rochester604.9★ (75)——
8Penfield Family Dentistry564.7★ (23)——
9Panorama Oral Surgery: Matthew Smith DDS, MD564.7★ (30)—Implants
10Western New York Dental Group Penfield523.8★ (118)——

The 12 best dentists in Penfield, ranked

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

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Best dentists in Penfield by need

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

Best for emergency in Penfield

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

Best for kids in Penfield

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Terrance J. O'Keefe, DDS

Highest-ranked of 3 Penfield clinics offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #2 overall by DR Score and open 4 days a week.

Runner-up: Claffey Dental (#6 overall)

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Best for implants in Penfield

9

Panorama Oral Surgery: Matthew Smith DDS, MD

Highest-ranked of 1 Penfield clinic offering dental implants: oral surgeon on staff and #9 overall by DR Score.

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Best for invisalign & braces in Penfield

5

Roland Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 1 Penfield clinic offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff and #5 overall by DR Score.

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Best for root canal in Penfield

No Penfield clinic lists root canals in our data yet.

Best for cosmetic in Penfield

1

Steven G. Damelio, DMD

Highest-ranked of 4 Penfield clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Gregory A. Merkley, DDS (#3 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Penfield

No Penfield clinic lists dentures in our data yet.

Best for budget & insurance in Penfield

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

How much does a dentist cost in Penfield?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Penfield?
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
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
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
Cosmetic Dentistry$725–$7,250DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York

Emergency and weekend dentists in Penfield

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 Penfield dentists

We scored 12 Penfield 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 Penfield 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 Penfield: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Penfield?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Penfield, NY is Steven G. Damelio, DMD (DR Score 70/100). It has a 5.0★ rating from 306 Google reviews. It is open evenings until 7 PM. Terrance J. O'Keefe, DDS (#2) and Gregory A. Merkley, DDS (#3) follow. We ranked 12 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Penfield?

No Penfield clinic lists emergency care, but 1 is open after 6 PM, led by Steven G. Damelio, DMD (#1). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Penfield?

A dental cleaning in Penfield 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.

Who is the best kids' dentist in Penfield?

Terrance J. O'Keefe, DDS is the highest-ranked Penfield clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #2 of 12 by DR Score. It is open 4 days a week. 3 Penfield clinics have a pediatric dentist in our data.

How many dentists are there in Penfield?

DentistsRanked lists 12 dental clinics in Penfield, NY, and 12 are ranked by DR Score. 1 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 6 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Penfield

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 12 clinics.