Inspire Dental Group of Buffalo Affiliated with The Smilist Dental
Downtown Buffalo dental care under the Smilist chain
Smyleee Rating
Outstanding
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Inspire Dental Group of Buffalo Affiliated with The Smilist Dental is ranked in the top 3 on 6 Smyleee Top 10 lists.
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About Inspire Dental Group of Buffalo Affiliated with The Smilist Dental
Inspire Dental Group's Buffalo location sits on Delaware Avenue in the heart of downtown, part of the multi-state Smilist Dental network of family dentistry practices. The format is what you'd expect from a regional chain — standardized intake, accepted insurance plans listed up front, and a treatment menu that covers most general-dentistry needs without sending you to outside specialists for the basics. If you live or work downtown and you've been juggling a regular dentist who's twenty minutes away, the convenience case here is easy.
The day-to-day work is heavily weighted toward routine general dentistry — cleanings, exams, and tooth-colored composite fillings for cavities caught at routine checkups. The team handles single-surface and multi-surface fillings, and they'll often make the call between repair-it-now-with-a-filling versus monitor-and-revisit based on cavity depth and your overall risk pattern. Beyond fillings, the menu spans crowns, root canal treatment, extractions, basic orthodontic options, and cosmetic services like whitening and veneers, all delivered under the same roof.
If you've been told a cavity needs filling at one practice and you're not sure whether to act, a second opinion here gives you a treatment plan you can compare against the first.
People searching for dentist for tooth fillings in Buffalo, NY, amalgam vs composite filling in Buffalo, or small cavity filling cost in Buffalo are usually weighing where to set up regular care. The chain framing has tradeoffs — consistent processes and broader insurance acceptance on one hand, less of the long-relationship feel of a solo practice on the other. For downtown professionals and Allentown residents who want a general-dentistry home that's both walk-able and predictable, this Delaware Avenue location is worth a first visit before committing. Bring your insurance card and any X-rays from prior dentists so the new-patient exam can build on the work already on file rather than starting from scratch. If you've been postponing a filling because the logistics of getting to a dentist felt difficult, a downtown location like this one removes most of the friction.
Inspire Dental Group runs a Delaware Avenue practice in downtown Buffalo with broad family dental services — fillings, cleanings, and restorative care under the regional Smilist Dental umbrella.
Clinic Details
Insurance
3 plans accepted
Parking
Free parking lot, Free street parking
Best Known For
Orthodontics, Porcelain Veneers, Root Canal Treatment, Dental Crowns, Preventive Cleanings
Accepted Insurance
Business Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday(Today) | 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
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Services Offered
Dental Cleaning
Routine cleanings clear built-up plaque and tartar, supporting healthy gums and a brighter smile between checkups.
Veneers
Veneers reshape the visible surface of the teeth, correcting color, shape, and minor alignment for a refined smile.
Orthodontics
Orthodontics at Inspire Dental Group of Buffalo Affiliated with The Smilist Dental corrects alignment and bite problems, with options matched to each patient's age and case.
Root Canal Treatment
Root canal therapy clears infection from within a tooth, easing pain and preserving a natural tooth that would otherwise be lost.
Dental Crowns
Dental crowns cover and protect compromised teeth, often after root canal treatment or a large filling.
Other services
Reviews
Smyleee Rating
Outstanding
1,043 reviews
Smyleee Rating reflects verified profile signals, reviews, and overall care quality.
Recent Reviews
My cleaner tech was a digger, painful at times but fully appreciated. She watched me floss and offered advice on improving my technique. Forgot my cell phone and without me asking, she offered to enter my parking fee on her cell. I of course paid her back but this young professional went above and beyond.
1st time, could not have had a better experience. I never knew how pleasant staff were to me. From the receptionist who helped me download the parking app on my phone. I am pleased with everyone that I came in contact with the Dental hygienist was patient in getting me my x-rays. The doctor I was impressed with him if he knew what he had to do to help me.
I love this place made me feel relax they explain every thing real nice people there .
My first visit to inspire was pleasant, the receptionist was a sweetheart very patient and always smiling. I felt comfortable with everyone else. They were all very professional and polite.
My experience was very pleasant. I was promptly seen by the hygienist and dentist. I received a deep cleaning and The hygienist took time to explain what was being done. Also was very kind and welcoming.
Appointment was wonderful. Front desk and scheduling staff were friendly and welcoming! Olivia who completed my x-rays was very helpful. Laurel, my dental hygienist, was thorough, intelligent, took her time, explained everything she was doing, helped form an amazing treatment plan for me going forward.
I was a brand-new patient with a tooth that needed some attention. My coworker referred me to them because she said their service is amazing and that the Doctors and hygienists make their patients feel comfortable. The staff did not disappoint. I was really nervous, and they made me feel comfortable immediately. Everyone was so friendly and professional. They went above and beyond to help me. I highly recommend them.
I just went to my first appointment at Inspire Dental Buffalo and was pleasantly surprised by the great service I received. I had been to other Inspire Dental offices for years but hadn't been to this location. It was easy to get to, very nice inside and the quality of cleaning I got from my hygienist Laurel was outstanding. She was thorough, gentle and very informative about explaining the reasoning behind the importance of technique, etc. I will definitely be returning!
Dr. Ajay Malhorta is new to Inspire Dental and he is my favourite dentist. I’ve had good experience with 2 other dentists at Inspire as well but Dr Ajay is exceptional. The practice is so lucky to have him, you can really tell he excels in what he does. He has done 2 root canals for me and I feel confident in his knowledge and work. He has great bedside manner as well and you can tell he really cares about what he does.
TLDR - Dentists and Hygienists are great, the receptionist is not (don't go in early even if they text you requesting you to come in because you'll end up wasting that time in the waiting room)! I have been going to this place for the last 4 years and honestly, this is the first time I have had any issue with them. The blame goes to the receptionist because the dentists and the hygienists are actually very nice and considerate. The receptionist on the other hand, has no regard for people's time, is rude and does not own a mistake when she makes one. I had my appointment at 3 pm today. I get a message around 1:50 pm that my hygienist is free early and asking if I could come in sooner. I check my work schedule, talk to my boss and decide to go early to accommodate THEIR request. I text back saying I can be there by 2:40 pm and they reply saying OK. I get there and am asked to be seated. It is now 3 pm and I am upset that I had to get permission to leave early just to sit in the waiting area. I ask the receptionist what the point of asking me to come early was and she goes in to inquire. Apparently, even though they knew I was coming early, they gave another patient to my hygienist right before I arrived. I am not attended to until 3:10 pm so essentially I came in early for no reason. The hygienist was polite and apologized even though it is not her fault to be assigned a patient while waiting for me. On the other hand, the receptionist is extremely rude to me, does not apologize once and when I point out that they shouldn't have texted me when they weren't ready for me, all she says is "that was not our intention". Well, clearly it was because you CHOSE to assign another patient to my hygienist while knowing that I am on my way coming in early at your request. I am away from my work desk a lot more than I needed to be because of her and she takes no accountability. If the management sees this, I hope they talk to the lady at the reception so she doesn't treat anyone this way in the future.
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