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Best Emergency Dentists in Athens, OH (2026)

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Dr. Seth Cooper, ranked #1 of 16 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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16 Athens clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Athens at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Athens at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dr. Seth Cooper73
2Carl Legg67
3Dr. Billy B. Biggs Sr, DDS67
4Dr. Mark Valrose67
5Dr. Shelley Conrath67
6Dr. Timothy Lavelle67
7Randall Mathews67
8Riestenberg & Lavelle & Welsh67
9W Daniel Alder Inc: Alder W Daniel DDS67
10The Smile Shoppe at Athens Orthodontics37

The 16 best emergency care dentists in Athens, 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.

  10. #10 The Smile Shoppe at Athens Orthodontics

    211 Columbus Rd, Athens, OH 45701

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for emergency dental care in Athens 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 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at The Smile Shoppe at Athens OrthodonticsFull profile(740) 594-5400

  11. #11 Athens Dental Depot

    80 Columbus Rd, Athens, OH 45701, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for emergency dental care in Athens 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 9 AM–5 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Athens Dental DepotFull profile(740) 594-6000
    In their words

    At Athens Dental Depot, we provide a level of care and comfort that goes beyond exceptional. Our commitment to continuing education allows us to constantly improve the technologies, techniques, materials, and customer services that are provided by our highly trained dental team. We are proud to offer highly aesthetic, proven materials that are bio-friendly, non-toxic, and mercury free. At the Athens Dental Depot, we understand that each guest is uniquely individual.

    From Athens Dental Depot's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  12. #12 Monroe Timothy V DDS

    410 E State St #4, Athens, OH 45701

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for emergency dental care in Athens 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–4:30 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Monroe Timothy V DDSFull profile

  14. #14 Linscott Enterprises: Linscott Gregory M DDS

    50 S Court St, Athens, OH 45701, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for emergency dental care in Athens 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 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Linscott Enterprises: Linscott Gregory M DDSFull profile(740) 593-7493

  15. #15 Riverwalk Dental Athens

    530 W Union St STE A, Athens, OH 45701, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for emergency dental care in Athens 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–Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 8 AM–1 PM · Thu 8 AM–3 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Riverwalk Dental AthensFull profile(740) 592-1483

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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 Athens?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Athens?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-ray$120–$300DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio—
After-hours or weekend visit$180–$480DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio—
Emergency extraction$180–$480DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio—

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

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 Athens emergency care dentists

We scored 16 Athens clinics offering emergency dental care on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Athens 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 Athens: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Athens?

Dr. Seth Cooper ranks #1 of 16 Athens clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Carl Legg ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Athens, OH?

Emergency dental care in Athens typically costs $100–$500 USD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray $120–$300; after-hours or weekend visit $180–$480; emergency extraction $180–$480. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ohio. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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.

How many dentists offer emergency dental care in Athens?

16 Athens clinics list emergency dental care in our data. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Athens

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 16 clinics.

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