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Best Emergency Dentists in Burlington, NC (2026)

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Greeson Dentistry, ranked #1 of 55 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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55 Burlington clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 3 open Saturdays and 4 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Burlington at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Burlington at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Greeson Dentistry73
2Grooms Todd DDS73
3Maple Hill Dentistry73
4Alamance Pediatric Dentistry67
5Burlington Dental Care67
6Cynthia Touloupas67
7Diaab Douglas DDS67
8Dr. Geoffrey Koelling67
9Dr. George Fulton67
10Dr. Jim Lu67

The 55 best emergency care dentists in Burlington, 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 Burlington

    #1 Greeson Dentistry

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for emergency dental care in Burlington 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 Greeson DentistryFull profile
    In their words

    For more than 40 years, Greeson Dentistry, located in Burlington, North Carolina has provided you general, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry. We render services in teeth cleanings, whitenings, veneers, fillings, dentures, and many others. We want to give you the complete family dentistry that you and your family deserve. We stay up-to-date on all the latest technology, including CEREC, digital radiography, and 3DCT machines and have a long history with the community. We…

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

  22. #22 Charles Drew Community Health Center

    221 N Graham Hopedale Rd, Burlington, NC 27217

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for emergency dental care in Burlington: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Charles Drew Community Health CenterFull profile(336) 570-3739

  23. #23 Burlington Dental

    2430 S Church St B, Burlington, NC 27215

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for emergency dental care in Burlington: Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Burlington DentalFull profile(336) 754-9063
    In their words

    Burlington Dental is proud and privileged to serve the Burlington and Alamance County communities. We are all about great dental care and a comfortable and fun patient experience. We are always learning to deliver the best dentistry using the most up-to-date techniques and materials. We offer the latest in dental technology such as lasers, digital xrays, low noise drills, intraoral cameras. As your trusted dentist in Burlington, we’ll pay close attention to your dental goals…

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

  24. #24 Burlington Community Health Center

    1214 Vaughn Rd #2800, Burlington, NC 27217, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for emergency dental care in Burlington: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Burlington Community Health CenterFull profile(336) 506-5840

  25. #25 Aspen Dental

    139 Huffman Mill Rd STE 104, Burlington, NC 27215

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for emergency dental care in Burlington: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–12:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aspen DentalFull profile(336) 261-3022
    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Burlington,NC offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care…

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

All 55 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #55, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Capital Oral & Facial Surgery @Burlington43Sat
27Alamance County Children's Dental Health Center37
28Dental Care at Alamance Crossing37
29Himi Saxena, DDS, PA37
30Hogan Richard I DDS37
31Alamance Family Dentistry37
32Crisp & Associates Pediatric Dentistry37
33Dailey Richard L DDS37
34Dentist In Burlington | Mary Makhlouf, DMD, MS, PA37
35LaRosa Pinnix-Bailey, DDS, PLLC37
36Hargis Family Dentistry37
37Monahan Family and Cosmetic Dentistry37
38Relax Dental of Burlington37
39Touloupas & Touloupas Dentistry37
40Fulton Dental Group37
41Vandre Dental Care37
42Healthy Smiles of Burlington37
43Matthews, R Gentry DDS PA37
44Dr. Ying Wang, DMD, PA37
45Triad Kids Dental - Burlington33
46Greeson & Lewis PA33
47DentalWorks Burlington33
48Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry33
49Youssef Nabil N DDS33
50Dr. Rahul Sachdev DDS33
51Carolina Cosmetic Dental Care | Burlington33
52Kary V Dodd General Dentistry Great Smiles 4 You33
53Dr. Stuart M. Patterson, DDS33
54Open Door Clinic-Alamance County27Evenings
55Affordable Dentures & Implants14

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Burlington

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 Burlington?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Burlington?
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 Burlington

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 Burlington emergency care dentists

We scored 55 Burlington clinics offering emergency dental care on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 9 were excluded (9 duplicate listings). 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 Burlington 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 Burlington: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Burlington?

Greeson Dentistry ranks #1 of 55 Burlington clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Grooms Todd DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

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

Emergency dental care in Burlington 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.

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 Burlington emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 55 Burlington clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Charles Drew Community Health Center, Burlington Dental and Capital Oral & Facial Surgery @Burlington. 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 Burlington?

55 Burlington clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Burlington

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 70 clinics.
  2. : 9 duplicate listings merged.

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