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Best Emergency Dentists in Bakersfield, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for emergency dental care: Dr. Allen Tsai, DDS, ranked #1 of 154 by service score; 5.0★ from 350 Google reviews, evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

  2. 2

    Best for same-day pain relief: Emergency Dental of Bakersfield, emergency visits.

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154 Bakersfield clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 22 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 85 of them.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Bakersfield at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Bakersfield at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)Same-day
1Dr. Allen Tsai, DDS805.0★ (350)—
2Emergency Dental of Bakersfield78—Yes
3De Souza Dental765.0★ (1)—
4Dr. Lam Trinh, DDS765.0★ (1)—
5Phillips and Jue Dental754.8★ (276)—
6CaliDental744.5★ (649)—
7Dentistry745.0★ (3)—
8Thomas Frank, DDS744.9★ (525)—
9Gateway Family Dentistry735.0★ (343)—
10Adept Dental Group73——

The 154 best emergency care dentists in Bakersfield, 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.

  6. #6 CaliDental

    4221 S H St, Bakersfield, CA 93304

    74/100

    Ranked #6 for emergency dental care in Bakersfield: 4.5★ from 649 Google reviews; Saturday hours.

    • 4.5from 649 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at CaliDentalFull profile(661) 558-0022
    In their words

    Patients seeking beautiful smiles they can feel confident about can turn to CaliDental for premium, warm, friendly care. The dental team puts even the most anxious patients at ease. Services include professional cleanings, fillings, crowns, bridges, root canals, dental implants, dentures, Invisalign® clear aligners, veneers, teeth whitening, and orthodontic treatments for patients suffering from gum disease, tooth decay, crooked or missing teeth, and other oral health issues.

    From CaliDental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  8. #8 Thomas Frank, DDS

    4101 Empire Dr #100, Bakersfield, CA 93309

    74/100

    Ranked #8 for emergency dental care in Bakersfield: 4.9★ from 525 Google reviews.

    • 4.9from 525 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Thomas Frank, DDSFull profile(661) 466-4494
    In their words

    Dr. Thomas Frank is passionate about your oral health care and overall well-being. We use the finest materials, the most advanced techniques, and the latest proven technologies to deliver exceptional dental care in a very personalized and comfortable manner. Our wide range of comprehensive and cosmetic dental services include veneers, smile rejuvenation, dental implants, gum recontouring, composites,and extensive preventative care. Tired of feeling tired? Not getting enough…

    From Thomas Frank, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  9. #9 Gateway Family Dentistry

    13029 Stockdale Hwy #100, Bakersfield, CA 93314

    73/100

    Ranked #9 for emergency dental care in Bakersfield: 5.0★ from 343 Google reviews.

    • 5.0from 343 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Gateway Family DentistryFull profile(661) 829-7905
    In their words

    If you and your family are in search of a great dentist in Bakersfield, CA, Dr. Padmaja Mutyala is here for you! Since opening our practice in 2012, Dr. Mutyala has used her skill, experience, and passion for dentistry to help patients of all ages enjoy healthy, confident smiles. Using a gentle touch and a personalized approach, she knows how to help patients feel relaxed and to help them understand their dental care needs.

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

  18. #18 Gentle Dental Panama

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for emergency dental care in Bakersfield 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 Gentle Dental PanamaFull profile
    In their words

    Are you looking for a Bakersfield dentist who can service your entire family? The Panama Wible Dedicated Dental location provides personalized family dentistry including: General dentistry Baby dentistry Children's dentistry Teen dentistry Orthodontics Root canals Endodontics Oral surgery Periodontics Emergency dentistry

    From Gentle Dental Panama's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 Lukens Terrance M DDS

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for emergency dental care in Bakersfield 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 Lukens Terrance M DDSFull profile
    In their words

    Gentle Dentistry for the Whole Family! General Dentistry * Family Dentistry * Teeth Whitening *Cosmetic Dentistry * Full Digital X-rays * Dentures * Dental Veneers * Dental Implants * Composite Bonding: Chipped, broken, discolored or decayed teeth * Smile Makeovers * Full mouth reconstruction.

    From Lukens Terrance M DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Rosedale Family Dentistry: Richardson Mark DDS

    9600 Rosedale Hwy #A, Bakersfield, CA 93312

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for emergency dental care in Bakersfield 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 Rosedale Family Dentistry: Richardson Mark DDSFull profile(661) 589-5248

All 154 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #154, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Purdy Pediatric Dentistry734.6★ (305)
27Southwest Family Dentistry724.8★ (838)Sat
28Kids' First Dentistry724.8★ (277)
29Laser Dental Bakersfield724.9★ (160)Sat
30Apollonia Dental Center714.7★ (605)Evenings
31River Lakes Dental Group and Orthodontics714.5★ (587)Evenings
32Dr. Kenneth K. Khuu, DDS715.0★ (17)
33Mercy Plaza Dental Group704.8★ (259)
34Nineteenth St Dental Practice705.0★ (13)
35Smile Studios704.8★ (577)
36Crown Dental704.7★ (294)Evenings
37Cosmetic Dentist, Dental Implants & Dentures by Bakersfield Smile Design | Dr. Kenneth W Krauss DDS694.8★ (589)
38Rosedale Dental Studio694.8★ (177)Sat
39Kern Kids Dental684.8★ (161)
40Ivan Medina-Martinez DDS684.7★ (491)
41Auburn Dental Center684.9★ (314)
42Micaehl Delia DDS684.8★ (6)
43Rodrigo Ayala DDS Inc.674.5★ (458)
44Kinder Pediatric Dental Bakersfield674.6★ (439)
45Bright Dental Care674.8★ (180)
46CaliDental Niles674.4★ (598)
47Riverwalk Dental Professionals675.0★ (4)
48Dentava67Evenings · Sat · Sun
49Capital Dental Group67Evenings · Sat · Sun
50Affordable Dental Care67
51Bakersfield Oral Surgery67
52California Dental Association67
53California dental Center67
54Clinica Sierra Vista East Bakersfield67
55Dentist67
56Dentistry Children Clinica Serria Vista67
57Dr. Sreelatha Yasalapu67
58Dr. Truong T. Nguyen, DDS67
59First Dental67
60Home Care Dental67
61Kaiser Arthur G DDS67
62Kern Dental Specialties67
63Kern Valley Dental: Lim Jhang H DDS67
64Muradyan Liana DDS67
65Queiroz Dental Inc67
66Saekyu Oh67
67Samir Shah67
68San Dimas Family Dentistry67
69Smile Dental: Tran Phuoc T L DDS67
70Sturz & Abby Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics67
71Verne Serge V DDS67
72Yong Eon Park67
73San Dimas Dental Care674.4★ (158)
74Tanada-Lee Family Dental Care674.8★ (264)
75Gentle Dental Rosedale664.3★ (323)
76Western Dental & Orthodontics664.1★ (670)Sat
77Altavas Dental Group: Dr. Myrna Altavas, D.D.S.665.0★ (100)
78Trunkey Dental664.9★ (493)
79Dentist Finder Now665.0★ (1)
80Emergency Dentist Bakersfield Solutions665.0★ (1)
81Urgent Dentist Near You665.0★ (1)
82Bella Risa Dental664.4★ (31)Evenings
83First Choice Dentistry - Dental Implants & Cosmetic Dentist Bakersfield654.9★ (747)
84Dr. Benjamin J. Lin, DMD653.7★ (3)
85Millenium Dental Center654.3★ (664)
86Premier Family Dentistry654.5★ (32)Evenings
87Kids Dental Park654.6★ (195)
88Clinica Sierra Vista - Dental Clinic644.1★ (35)Evenings
89Smile Dental644.4★ (63)Evenings
90Dr. Le T. Nguyen, DDS645.0★ (1)
91William Sally S DDS645.0★ (1)
92All Smiles Dental, Peter M. Kim, DMD644.7★ (86)
93Bakersfield Dental Care641.0★ (2)
94Delgado's Dental Office641.0★ (2)
95Capital Dental Group - Chip Casteen, DDS63Evenings · Sat · Sun
96Sunny Dental Bakersfield634.8★ (261)
97Western Dental & Orthodontics634.3★ (1,048)Sat
98Bakersfield Kids' Dentistry and Orthodontics634.3★ (157)
99Rock Doc Dentistry634.8★ (289)
100Excel Dental Family Dentist624.9★ (338)
101Dr. Jay Patel DDS (Previously Dr. Bhaskar Joshi DDS)624.6★ (36)
102San Dimas Oral Surgery Center624.4★ (352)Sat
103Omni Family Health | California Avenue Health Center624.2★ (114)
104Sagepointe Dental624.0★ (8)
105Brimhall Dental Group614.8★ (270)
106North Bakersfield Dental614.8★ (5)
107Bakersfield Endodontics614.3★ (32)
108Great Smile Family Dentistry614.3★ (27)
109North Bakersfield Dental Office of Ching L. Lim, DMD & Wei-Chang Yeh DDS, Orthodontist604.4★ (37)
110Oildale Community Health Center: Priftakis Stephen L DDS603.9★ (201)
111Dental Depot604.1★ (46)
112White Lane Family Dentistry604.0★ (20)
113Custom Dental603.6★ (16)Sat
114Dentists of Bakersfield594.4★ (309)
115Apollonia Dental594.6★ (80)
116South H Dental593.7★ (61)
117Dr. Choon S. Park, DMD594.7★ (35)
118Midtown Family Dentistry584.4★ (94)
119Mary Janet Castillo Roldan, DDS575.0★ (5)
120Thomas D. Hall DDS574.3★ (6)
121Huang Arthur DDS - Valley Grace Dental57Evenings · Sat
122Valley Grace Dental57Evenings · Sat
123East Town Family Dentistry573.2★ (18)
124Clinica Sierra Vista - East Bakersfield Dental Center553.2★ (64)
125Comfort Dental Orthodontics553.8★ (46)Sat
126Northwest Dental Arts554.7★ (23)
127Comfort Dental Family555.0★ (1)
128Pacific Dental Group555.0★ (1)
129Javier Central Valley Dental Clinic534.0★ (24)
130Dr.John Alexander DDS524.6★ (9)
131Mobile Dental Care, Smile Makers, Dr. Michelle Juanatas Bowens47Evenings · Sat · Sun
132Stockdale Smiles Dentistry and Orthodontics47Evenings
133Five Star Dentistry: Abdul R. Alas, D.D.S.47Evenings
134Bakersfield Dental Group and Orthodontics47Evenings
135New Horizon Dental47Sat
136Gosford Village Dental Group and Orthodontics47Evenings
137Smileland Dental37
138Gentle Dental Stockdale37
139Hacienda Dental37
140Royal Dental Care37
141Second Smile Denture Care37
142Salin Dentistry - Bakersfield Dentist37
143Dr. Dimitri Salin37
144Westchester Dental Arts37
145Dream Dental Care33
146STAR DENTAL GROUP33
147Nicole Chen28
148Western Dental & Orthodontics27Sat
149Western Dental & Orthodontics24Sat
150Dr. Ranjan Rajbanshi, DDS MS24Sat
151Columbus Family Dentistry24Sat
152Stephen M. Klein, DDS17
153Kern Valley Dental17
154Bellissima Dental17

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Bakersfield

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 Bakersfield?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Bakersfield?
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 Bakersfield

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 Bakersfield emergency care dentists

We scored 154 Bakersfield clinics offering emergency dental care on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 68 were excluded (1 closed and 67 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 Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Bakersfield?

Dr. Allen Tsai, DDS ranks #1 of 154 Bakersfield clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. It has 5.0★ from 350 Google reviews and evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours. Emergency Dental of Bakersfield ranks #2 (emergency visits and evening hours). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

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

Emergency dental care in Bakersfield 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.

Which Bakersfield clinics offer same-day emergency dental care?

1 of 154 Bakersfield clinics offering emergency dental care lists same-day or emergency appointments, led by Emergency Dental of Bakersfield. 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 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 Bakersfield emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

22 of 154 Bakersfield clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Dr. Allen Tsai, DDS, Emergency Dental of Bakersfield and CaliDental. 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 Bakersfield?

154 Bakersfield clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 22 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 85 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Bakersfield

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 194 clinics.
  2. : 67 duplicate listings merged.
  3. : 1 closed clinic removed.

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