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Best Emergency Dentists in Boston, MA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for emergency dental care: AP Dental Center, ranked #1 of 60 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

  2. 17

    Best for same-day pain relief: Boston University Dental Health Center, emergency visits.

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60 Boston clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 14 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 6 of them.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Boston at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Boston at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1AP Dental Center73—
2Bespoke Dental Boston73—
3Boston Oral & Facial Surgery73—
4Trinity Dental73—
5Emergency Dental Care Boston 24/7715.0★ (7)
6Green Line Dental Care714.7★ (309)
7Dr. Andrew Bennett Emergency Dentist Boston 24 Hours675.0★ (1)
8Boston Emergency Dental Service67—
9Day Square67—
10Dental hospital67—

The 60 best emergency care dentists in Boston, 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. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for emergency dental care in Boston 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

    In their words

    Boston Oral and Facial Surgery, LLC: Oral and maxillofacial surgery requires additional years of hospital-based surgical and anesthesia training after graduation from dental school. Our board certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon practices exclusively in oral and maxillofacial surgery with expertise ranging from dental implant surgery to complicate wisdom tooth removal. This also includes techniques designed to achieve optimal patient comfort. Our staff is trained in…

    From Boston Oral & Facial Surgery's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #8 Boston Emergency Dental Service

    94 State St, Boston, MA 02109

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for emergency dental care in Boston 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

    In their words

    Thank you for considering us as your dentistry provider. You can expect the highest level of care from our staff. You can count on us for services such as general dentistry, emergency care, pediatric and family dental care as well as denture repair services. We cannot accept walk-in patients therefore each patient must make an appointment. Our phones are open 24/7 including weekends and holidays so you can dial our number anytime.

    From Boston Emergency Dental Service's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. 67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for emergency dental care in Boston 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

    In their words

    Welcome to New England Dental Group! In addition to helping you achieve the optimum in oral health, our goal is to make your each and every visit as comfortable and as pleasant an experience possible. To this end, we’ve assembled a staff of the most talented doctors, specialists, hygienists, and other professionals in the field. Along with bringing intensive training to our practice, these dedicated individuals have made keeping up to date on the newest techniques and…

    From New England Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #12 North End Community Health Center Dental Clinic

    338-312 Hanover St, Boston, MA 02113, United States

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for emergency dental care in Boston 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

  5. #14 Unident Dental Center

    90 Providence Hwy, East Walpole, MA 02032, United States

    66/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for emergency dental care in Boston 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 canalExtractionImplantsInvisalignCrowns+7 more

    In their words

    Unident Dental Centers is a leading dental practice in Walpole, Massachusetts, dedicated to providing high-quality, comprehensive dental care in a comfortable and patient-friendly setting. The clinic offers a wide range of services including preventive, cosmetic, restorative, and surgical dentistry. Key treatments include dental implants, orthodontics such as braces and Invisalign, sleep apnea and breathing dentistry, pediatric care, and routine dental checkups.

    From Unident Dental Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #17 Boston University Dental Health Center

    635 Albany St, Boston, MA 02118, United States

    58/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for emergency dental care in Boston: emergency visits and Saturday hours.

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

    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 12 AM–12 AM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #18 Tend Dental Post Office Square

    12 Post Office Square, Boston, MA 02109

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for emergency dental care in Boston: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    We want you to look forward to the dentist With your teeth and tongue, you eat and talk. With your lips and gums, you kiss and smile. People really care about their mouths. But they don’t like going to the dentist. And for good reason. Lack of trust. Feeling judged. Discomfort. Dentists recognize these frustrations. They know dental isn’t working the way it should. And they, too, want to make it better. That’s why our team decided to remake the entire experience. We combine…

    From Tend Dental Post Office Square's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  8. #19 A Beautiful Smile Dentistry - Boston, MA

    1864 Centre St, Boston, MA 02132

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for emergency dental care in Boston: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    We offer the most advanced infrastructure and treatments for our customers. You can enjoy high affordability with our West Roxbury dentist services. ABS Dentistry is a famous dental clinic in West Roxbury providing services like Dental deep cleaning, cosmetic dentistry, crown dentistry, emergency dentist, wisdom tooth extraction, fillings, dental implants, Partial and full dentures, Clear Braces Invisalign, root canal therapy and Veneers in West Roxbury. Visit our Website…

    From A Beautiful Smile Dentistry - Boston, MA's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  9. #20 Boston Park Dental Group

    128A Tremont St, Boston, MA 02108, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for emergency dental care in Boston: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–1 PM · Tue 12:30 PM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–7 PM · Thu 12:30 PM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 10 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  10. 57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for emergency dental care in Boston: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 7:30 AM–4 PM · Wed 7:30 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–7:30 PM · Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  11. #25 Tremont Dental Care

    635 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02118

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for emergency dental care in Boston: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–5:30 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–6 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Boston

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 Boston?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Boston?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-ray$160–$410DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—
After-hours or weekend visit$240–$650DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—
Emergency extraction$240–$650DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—

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

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 Boston emergency care dentists

We scored 60 Boston clinics offering emergency dental care on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 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 Boston 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 Boston: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Boston?

AP Dental Center ranks #1 of 60 Boston clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Bespoke Dental Boston ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Boston, MA?

Emergency dental care in Boston typically costs $135–$675 USD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray $160–$410; after-hours or weekend visit $240–$650; emergency extraction $240–$650. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Which Boston clinics offer same-day emergency dental care?

1 of 60 Boston clinics offering emergency dental care lists same-day or emergency appointments, led by Boston University Dental Health Center. 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 Massachusetts?

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 Boston emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

14 of 60 Boston clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Boston University Dental Health Center, Tend Dental Post Office Square and A Beautiful Smile Dentistry - Boston, MA. 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 Boston?

60 Boston clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 14 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 6 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Boston

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 173 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.