St. Patrick’s Day is this week, and Buffalo’s infamous parade celebrating the holiday is this coming Sunday. So make sure you have a dentist on call before next Monday!

What does a dentist have to do with this Irish-themed holiday, you may ask? Statistically, the Monday after St. Patrick’s Day is one of the busiest days of the year for dentists.

It probably won’t surprise you to find out that many people indulge in alcohol on St. Patrick’s Day and during the parade. And sometimes, that overindulgence leads to people tripping, or even getting in a fight that results in an injury to their teeth.

According to CNBC, emergency visits to the dentist in the U.S. increase by 64% following St. Patrick’s Day festivities. In fact, every single state except for Vermont showed an increase in visits over the monthly average in a study.

While we hope you won’t experience any dental emergencies this St. Patrick’s Day, it’s better to be prepared. That’s why we’ve put together a list of the best dentists in Buffalo and Western New York.

We’re all extremely excited for the return of the Buffalo St. Patrick’s Day Parade this weekend — just don’t let your excitement turn into a trip to the dentist next week.

The Best Dentists in Buffalo & WNY

North Buffalo

Hertel Family Dentistry – Dr. Sabiha Samad and the dentistry team at Hertel Family Dentistry are some of the most thorough and friendly providers in Western New York. This family practice opened in 2017 and offers the latest and most advanced dental technology, including radiography and sterilization equipment, in a pristine, calming setting. Most people hate going to the dentist, but patients say that the Hertel Family Dentistry team makes it an easy, calm experience. With 456 reviews on Google and a 5-star average, the practice is described as a “hidden gem.” One patient even says “I’m looking forward to going back and that is a strange yet wonderful thing.” The practice is located on Hertel Ave. in North Buffalo, less than five minutes from our Delaware Park Apartments and Main Jewett Apartments.

Nickel City Dentistry – Just down Hertel Ave. is Nickel City Dentistry, another highly popular dentist office in North Buffalo. The bright, airy historic home full of plants and natural light doesn’t feel like a typical sterile dentist office, which helps put patients at ease. There is a parking lot behind the building, so there’s no worry about finding a spot when you’re in a rush. Dentists Dr. Michelle Augello and Dr. Andrew Lawson offer many years of experience in the field, and clients sing the praises of their gentle dental hygienists. With 244 reviews on Google and a 5-star average, Nickel City Dentistry is considered one of the best dental offices in the area and is also less than five minutes from our Delaware Park Apartments and Main Jewett Apartments. They also have another convenient location on Main St. in Amherst for those in the suburbs.

Downtown Buffalo/Amherst/Kenmore

Inspire Dental Group – With offices in downtown Buffalo, Amherst and West Seneca, Inspire Dental Group provides convenient and comprehensive dental services to people in Western New York. You can easily schedule an appointment online, and they even offer free teeth whitening pens to new patients. They accept a large number of insurance providers and offer flexible payment options, online bill pay and financing, which can come in handy for a big dental bill after getting a tooth knocked out. With 575 Google reviews and a 4.9 star average rating, you’re in good hands with any of their dental providers. Inspire Dental Group also offers evening and weekend hours if you’re unable to visit during the work week. Their Amherst location is just 10 minutes from our Tonawanda apartments and Kenmore apartments, and the downtown location is 10 minutes from our North Buffalo apartments and Parkside apartments.

Kenmore Dental Associates – Dr. Scott Burke has been providing quality dental care at Kenmore Dental Associates for nearly 20 years. Patients say they never have to wait long for appointments, and care is friendly and sensitive. Luckily for KenDev residents, the practice is just a mile from our KenDev Studios and Sheridan Manor Apartments and only a minute from our Tremont Place Apartments. The practice only has 6 reviews on Google but maintains a 5 star average.

Tonawanda/Niagara Falls

Better Smile of WNY – Patients say Better Smile lives up to its name, offering a large variety of dental services in a pleasant atmosphere. With a 4.6 star rating on Google, patients say the office is clean and comfortable, and service is compassionate and efficient. Their Tonawanda office on Main St. is just a three-minute drive from our Riverview Manor Apartments and Gateway Park Apartments and seven minutes from our Witmer Road Apartments and Sheridan Residence. Better Smile also has locations in East Amherst, Snyder, Orchard Park and Grand Island.

Advanced Dental P.C. – This Niagara Falls, NY dental office offers some of the best dental care in the region. Conveniently located on Niagara Falls Blvd, it’s just a one-minute drive from our Niagara I Apartments. The facility has a 4.8 star average review on Google, and patients rave about the fantastic care and kind staff. Dr. Stuart Weinstein runs the clinic and stays up to date on all of the latest dental technology and techniques. Patients rave that the doctor put them at ease during procedures and helped calm their anxieties.