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Best Emergency Dentists in Apex, NC (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for emergency dental care: Cardinal Family Dentistry, ranked #1 of 41 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

  2. 16

    Best for same-day pain relief: Dr. John Tomasheski DDS, emergency visits.

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41 Apex clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 1 opens Saturdays. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Apex at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Apex at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Cardinal Family Dentistry73
2Little Tooth Co73
3Optimum Dental73
4Royal Oak Dental Group Corporate Office73
5Dr Leah G. Beavers, D.D.S.67
6Dr. Anna Keene67
7Dr. Brian Leech67
8Dr. Connie Feng67
9Dr. David Draper67
10Dr. Sabine Schtakleff67

The 41 best emergency care dentists in Apex, ranked

Ordered by service score: the DR Score plus bonuses for a specialist on staff, reviews that mention the service and same-day care where it applies.

  1. Ranked #1 for emergency care in Apex

    #1 Cardinal Family Dentistry

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for emergency dental care in Apex on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Cardinal Family DentistryFull profile
    In their words

    At Cardinal Family Dentistry, we provide honest advice and quality dental care in Apex and the New Hill area to help our patients achieve and maintain their very best smiles. We want our conservative approach to dentistry and our passion for educating patients to create an environment deeply rooted in trust and integrity. Our exceptional service and compassionate care allow us to build meaningful relationships, and we treat all of our patients like family.

    From Cardinal Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  17. #17 Triangle Family Dentistry - Green Level

    3651 Green Level W Rd Suite 202, Apex, NC 27523, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for emergency dental care in Apex: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–7 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Triangle Family Dentistry - Green LevelFull profile(919) 377-9797
    In their words

    Your smile is our top priority. Everyone, from our highly skilled dentists and every member of our support team, are focused on and dedicated to providing you with the personalized, gentle dental care that you and your family are looking for. The dentists at Triangle Family Dentistry specialize in the latest techniques in dentistry, including Invisalign®, dental veneers, dentures, dental crowns, sedation dentistry, and dental implants.

    From Triangle Family Dentistry - Green Level's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 Triangle Family Dentistry - Apex Kelly Rd

    1460 Kelly Rd, Apex, NC 27502, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for emergency dental care in Apex: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Triangle Family Dentistry - Apex Kelly RdFull profile(919) 335-4100
    In their words

    Your smile is our top priority. Everyone, from our highly skilled dentists and every member of our support team, are focused on and dedicated to providing you with the personalized, gentle dental care that you and your family are looking for. The dentists at Triangle Family Dentistry specialize in the latest techniques in dentistry, including Invisalign®, dental veneers, dentures, dental crowns, sedation dentistry, and dental implants.

    From Triangle Family Dentistry - Apex Kelly Rd's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  19. #19 Dr. Shannon B. Leahy, DDS

    1500 Town Side Dr STE 105, Apex, NC 27502

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for emergency dental care in Apex: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–2 PM · Wed 11:30 AM–7:30 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Shannon B. Leahy, DDSFull profile(919) 363-4204

  20. #20 Advance Community Health - Apex

    212 S Salem St, Apex, NC 27502

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for emergency dental care in Apex on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Advance Community Health - ApexFull profile(919) 833-3111

  22. #22 Better Dental - Apex

    501 N Salem St #105, Apex, NC 27502

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for emergency dental care in Apex on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–5 PM · Tue 7 AM–3 PM · Wed 7 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 7 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Better Dental - ApexFull profile(919) 804-0351
    In their words

    Welcome to Better Dental - Apex! Our team of friendly, experienced dentists is proud to serve the Apex, NC community and provide skilled, compassionate care for you and your family. We want you to feel at ease during each visit, so we offer soft blankets and fresh-baked cookies in our exam rooms to help create a fun, relaxed atmosphere! We also believe that great dental care should be available to all, so we’ll arrange financing to help you get the bright smile you deserve.…

    From Better Dental - Apex's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Carolina Orthodontics & Children's Dentistry

    1460 Kelly Rd #201, Apex, NC 27502

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for emergency dental care in Apex on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Carolina Orthodontics & Children's DentistryFull profile(919) 846-7900
    In their words

    At Carolina Orthodontics & Children's Dentistry, our top priority is to provide you and your family with the highest quality care in a friendly, fun, state-of-the-art environment with unmatched professional service. Our specialists and the entire team are here to offer outstanding orthodontic and pediatric dental care in the greater area of RTP (Cary, Morrisville, Apex, Durham and Raleigh).

    From Carolina Orthodontics & Children's Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Dr. Rylan Hansen - Apex NC Dentist

    800 W Williams St #240, Apex, NC 27502

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for emergency dental care in Apex on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–3 PM · Tue 7 AM–4 PM · Wed 7 AM–3 PM · Thu 7 AM–4 PM · Fri 7 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Rylan Hansen - Apex NC DentistFull profile(919) 363-8444

  25. #25 Peak Endodontics

    1600 Olive Chapel Rd #100, Apex, NC 27502

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for emergency dental care in Apex on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Peak EndodonticsFull profile(919) 363-1419

All 41 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #41, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Central Carolina Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery37
27Apex Dental Group, Dr John S Kitzmiller III, DDS37
28Bass and Watson Family Dental37
29Apex Smiles37
30Atkins Dentistry37
31Beaver Creek Commons Dental37
32Pezdek Dental Care37
33Twin Leaf Dentistry37
34Apex General Dentistry37
35Peak City Family Dentistry37
36Western Wake Family Dentistry37
37Atlantic Family Dental, Apex33
38Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry33
39Olive Chapel Family Dentistry: Dustin Prusik, DDS33
40Lane & Associates Family Dentistry - Apex33
41Maxwell Dental Studio LLC28

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Apex

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.

What is emergency dental care?

Emergency dental care treats urgent problems such as severe toothache, a knocked-out or broken tooth, swelling, or bleeding that will not stop. The first goal is to relieve pain and control infection; full treatment may follow at a later visit.

Emergency dental care: specialist or general dentist?

Most dental emergencies are handled by general dentists who keep same-day or after-hours slots. You may be referred to an endodontist or oral surgeon afterward. Facial swelling with fever, trouble breathing or swallowing, or a jaw injury needs a hospital emergency department.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Apex?

Typical ranges in USD for Apex, NC. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Apex?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-ray$120–$310DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—
After-hours or weekend visit$180–$490DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—
Emergency extraction$180–$490DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full emergency dental care cost guide for Apex

What to expect from emergency dental care

Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.

Emergency dental care: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visits1 urgent visit; often a follow-up for definitive treatment
Chair timeAbout 30–90 minutes depending on the problem
RecoveryDepends on the treatment given; pain often eases within a day or two
When to see a specialistWhen the tooth needs a complex root canal or surgical extraction, or after facial trauma

How we ranked Apex emergency care dentists

We scored 41 Apex clinics offering emergency dental care 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 Apex 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

Emergency dental care in Apex: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Apex?

Cardinal Family Dentistry ranks #1 of 41 Apex clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Little Tooth Co ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Apex, NC?

Emergency dental care in Apex typically costs $102–$510 USD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray $120–$310; after-hours or weekend visit $180–$490; emergency extraction $180–$490. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Which Apex clinics offer same-day emergency dental care?

1 of 41 Apex clinics offering emergency dental care lists same-day or emergency appointments, led by Dr. John Tomasheski DDS. Same-day treatment depends on the diagnosis and the schedule, so call ahead to confirm before you go.

Is emergency dental care covered by insurance or Medicaid in North Carolina?

Many dental insurance plans cover emergency exams and palliative treatment, though the follow-up work is covered at its own rate. Medicaid often covers emergency dental care for adults even in states with limited adult benefits. Check your plan.

Does emergency dental treatment hurt?

The problem that brings you in usually hurts more than the treatment. Dentists typically numb the area with local anesthetic before any procedure. Some soreness afterward is common and is usually managed with over-the-counter pain relief, but follow your dentist's advice.

Which Apex emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 41 Apex clinics offering emergency dental care lists Saturday hours, including Triangle Family Dentistry - Green Level. Hours come from each clinic's listing; check with the clinic before you go, since holiday and summer hours can change.

How many dentists offer emergency dental care in Apex?

41 Apex clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Apex

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 41 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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