Oral Surgery & Extractions
Surgical extractions handled here by our oral surgeon, not referred across town.
Services / Specialty Services
Specialty Care at Chemung Family Dental
Most practices this size refer these cases out. We do not. Oral surgery, sedation up to general anesthesia, implants, root canals, and sleep apnea therapy all happen here, with the team that already knows your history.
Wisdom Teeth Removal
Wisdom teeth assessed and removed in the office you already know.
Sedation & General Anesthesia
For anxious patients and longer surgery, sedation options up to general anesthesia.
Dental Implants
Replace a missing tooth with a root and crown that work like the real thing.
Root Canal Treatment
Save an infected tooth and end the pain, usually in one or two visits.
Sleep Apnea Therapy
A custom oral appliance for people who can't tolerate CPAP.
Looking for routine care?
Cleanings, exams, fillings, same-day crowns, whitening, and emergency visits are all on the core services page.
Specialty care questions
Is there a dentist in Elmira with an oral surgeon in the office?
Yes. Chemung Family Dental has a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Nicholas Petti, treating patients in our office two to three days each month. Wisdom teeth, surgical extractions, bone grafting, and implant surgery do not require a referral across town.
Can I get an oral appliance instead of CPAP for sleep apnea?
Yes, if a physician has diagnosed obstructive sleep apnea. Dr. Richard Dunn, a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine, fits custom oral appliances as an alternative to CPAP and confirms they work with follow-up testing.
Does medical insurance cover a sleep apnea dental appliance?
Often, yes. Oral appliances for diagnosed sleep apnea are billed to medical insurance, not dental, and we accept Medicare for medically necessary appliances. We check your benefits before treatment.
Do you offer sedation or general anesthesia?
Yes. Options range from nitrous oxide for nervous patients up to general anesthesia for oral surgery, provided in our office.
Do I need a referral for wisdom teeth removal?
No. Wisdom teeth are evaluated and removed here by our on-site oral surgeon, in the office you already know.
Are implant and sleep apnea consultations free?
Yes. Consultations for dental implants and for sleep apnea treatment are complimentary.
Why people love Chemung Family Dental
4.9 out of 5 from 440+ Google reviews
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I was there for sleep apnea treatment, and Jessica always took the time to teach me and answer all of my questions… and provided all testing to insure that my nighttime breathing was improving.
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Staff was so amazing, kept us posted on all progress during a wisdom teeth removal and made us feel so welcomed. Thank you!!
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I was self conscious about my teeth, but I was very comfortable asking questions. They offered options for my treatment and it was my decision. No pushy sales pitches for more expensive treatments.
Dental insurance coverage
We want getting care to be easy. Call us with your plan details and our team will check your benefits and explain what is covered before treatment starts.
Ask us about your coverage