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Best Emergency Dentists in Artesia, CA (2026)

33 clinics offering emergency dental care, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: True Care Dental, ranked #1 of 33 by service score; 5.0★ from 72 Google reviews.

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33 Artesia clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 10 open Saturdays and 1 opens after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Artesia at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Artesia at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1True Care Dental685.0★ (72)
2Bernardo Michael DDS67—
3DBA Happy Family Dental67—
4Dental Office67—
5Dentist67—
6Dr. Chiu Dental Office67—
7Dr. David Pham67—
8Dr. Iljoon Kim, DMD67—
9Dr. Yerevan Karagyozyan, D.D.S.67—
10Dr. Yungming Chiu67—

The 33 best emergency care dentists in Artesia, 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. #14 Dr. Youhanna Refaat, DMD

    11635 South St, Artesia, CA 90701, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for emergency dental care in Artesia: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dr. Youhanna Refaat is the lead dentist in Children's Dental Building where he provides dental care to both kids and adults. He is an alumnus of University of Pennsylvania where he received Doctor of Dental Surgery. He has been practicing dentistry since 1994 and continues to hone his skills by taking extensive continuing education courses and keeps current with latest research and advancements in all disciplines of dental care. These include Laser Dentistry, Cosmetic…

    From Dr. Youhanna Refaat, DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #15 Optimal Dental Care

    11828 Artesia Blvd, Artesia, CA 90701

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for emergency dental care in Artesia: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Optimal Dental Care is located in Artesia, CA. We are equipped to handle all your Orange County dental needs. Our services include preventive dentistry, family dentistry, periodontics, cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign, teeth whitening, and much much more. As a practice, our goal is to provide high quality dental care with amazing service using the latest advancements in dentistry. At Optimal Dental Care, we want your visit to be a very pleasant and a memorable one.

    From Optimal Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #18 Michelle C. Chu, DDS

    11821 Artesia Blvd, Artesia, CA 90701, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for emergency dental care in Artesia: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 10 AM–6 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #19 Kids Smile Pediatric Dentistry

    11700 South St # 202, Artesia, CA 90701

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for emergency dental care in Artesia: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #20 Faith Dental Care

    12228 Artesia Blvd, Artesia, CA 90701, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for emergency dental care in Artesia: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue closed · Wed–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  6. #21 Children's Dental Building

    11635 South St, Artesia, CA 90701

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for emergency dental care in Artesia: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Se habla Espanol. At Children's Dental Building in Artesia/Cerritos, we believe that a visit to the dentist should be as pleasant and stress-free as possible. Thats why our dental office was designed to keep patient comfort in mind. Whether you need to schedule a general checkup or require more extensive dental work, we will address any concerns you might have prior to treatment and answer all of your questions in a relaxed, pressure-free setting.

    From Children's Dental Building's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #23 SJ SUMMIT DENTAL (Navoa-Del Rosario, May Jacqueline C. DDS

    17808 Pioneer Blvd suite #110, Artesia, CA 90701, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for emergency dental care in Artesia: Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 10 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu–Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat closed · Sun 8 AM–2 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  8. #24 Eastern Dental Family Care Dr. Jeff Yoo

    11660 South St #108, Artesia, CA 90701, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for emergency dental care in Artesia: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9:30 AM–5 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  9. #25 Dr. Anna Belle A. Cuyong, DMD Inc

    17510 Pioneer Blvd # 201, Artesia, CA 90701

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for emergency dental care in Artesia 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–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

All 33 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #33, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Artesia

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 Artesia?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Artesia?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-ray$170–$420DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
After-hours or weekend visit$250–$670DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Emergency extraction$250–$670DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—

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

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 Artesia emergency care dentists

We scored 33 Artesia clinics offering emergency dental care on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 3 were excluded (3 duplicate listings). 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 Artesia 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

Emergency dental care in Artesia: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Artesia?

True Care Dental ranks #1 of 33 Artesia clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. It has 5.0★ from 72 Google reviews. Bernardo Michael DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Artesia, CA?

Emergency dental care in Artesia typically costs $140–$700 USD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray $170–$420; after-hours or weekend visit $250–$670; emergency extraction $250–$670. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is emergency dental care covered by insurance or Medicaid in California?

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 Artesia emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

10 of 33 Artesia clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Dr. Youhanna Refaat, DMD, Optimal Dental Care and Oh Kim's Dental. 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 Artesia?

33 Artesia clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 10 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Artesia

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 38 clinics.
  2. : 3 duplicate listings merged.