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Best Emergency Dentists in Camden, NJ (2026)

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Chen Katie DDS, ranked #1 of 26 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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26 Camden clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 2 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Camden at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Camden at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Chen Katie DDS78Yes
2Dr. Tejal Vohera DMD73—
3Cohen Todd I DDS67—
4Detwiler Phyllis H DDS67—
5Dr. Mary Pollard, DDS67—
6Dr. Melba Bonelli67—
7Gilliam Terri a DDS67—
8Health Care Division Dental67—
9Jacob Dental Center67—
10Kim Young J DDS67—

The 26 best emergency care dentists in Camden, 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.

  11. #11 University Of Medicine And Dentistry Of New Jersey School

    517 Federal St, Camden, NJ 08103, United States

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for emergency dental care in Camden 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 University Of Medicine And Dentistry Of New Jersey SchoolFull profile(856) 757-2802

  13. #13 CAMcare Health Corporation

    817 Federal St, Camden, NJ 08103

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for emergency dental care in Camden: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at CAMcare Health CorporationFull profile(856) 583-2400

  14. #14 Virtua Primary Care - Camden

    1000 Atlantic Ave, Camden, NJ 08104

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for emergency dental care in Camden: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5:40 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Virtua Primary Care - CamdenFull profile(856) 246-3542

  18. #18 Dr. Robert J. Gelman, DDS

    639 Market St, Camden, NJ 08102, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for emergency dental care in Camden 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 8:30 AM–3:30 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–3:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Robert J. Gelman, DDSFull profile(856) 964-0979

  19. #19 CAMcare Health Corporation- East

    2610 Federal St #1936, Camden, NJ 08105, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for emergency dental care in Camden 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 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at CAMcare Health Corporation- EastFull profile(856) 583-2400
    In their words

    CAMcare Health Corporation is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that has been serving their community with high quality, comprehensive care since 1978. CAMcare offers Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, OB/GYN, Dental, Behavioral Health, Care Coordination, Podiatry and more!

    From CAMcare Health Corporation- East's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 CAMcare Health Corporation- North

    6th &, Erie St, Camden, NJ 08102

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for emergency dental care in Camden 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 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at CAMcare Health Corporation- NorthFull profile(856) 583-2400
    In their words

    CAMcare Health Corporation is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that has been serving their community with high quality, comprehensive care since 1978. CAMcare offers Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, OB/GYN, Dental, Behavioral Health, Care Coordination, Podiatry and more!

    From CAMcare Health Corporation- North's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 CAMcare Health Corporation- South

    8th &, Carl Miller Blvd, Camden, NJ 08104

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for emergency dental care in Camden 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 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at CAMcare Health Corporation- SouthFull profile(856) 583-2400
    In their words

    CAMcare Health Corporation is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that has been serving their community with high quality, comprehensive care since 1978. CAMcare offers Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, OB/GYN, Dental, Behavioral Health, Care Coordination, Podiatry and more!

    From CAMcare Health Corporation- South's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Waterfront Dental Center: Alesia Johnson DMD

    526 Cooper St, Camden, NJ 08102, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for emergency dental care in Camden 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–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Waterfront Dental Center: Alesia Johnson DMDFull profile(856) 541-9797

All 26 clinics

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

RankClinicDR Score
26Emergency Dentist Assistance8

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Camden

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 Camden?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Camden?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-ray$160–$390DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—
After-hours or weekend visit$230–$620DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—
Emergency extraction$230–$620DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—

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

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 Camden emergency care dentists

We scored 26 Camden clinics offering emergency dental care on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Camden 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 Camden: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Camden?

Chen Katie DDS ranks #1 of 26 Camden clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Dr. Tejal Vohera DMD ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Camden, NJ?

Emergency dental care in Camden typically costs $130–$650 USD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray $160–$390; after-hours or weekend visit $230–$620; emergency extraction $230–$620. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Which Camden clinics offer same-day emergency dental care?

1 of 26 Camden clinics offering emergency dental care lists same-day or emergency appointments, led by Chen Katie DDS. 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 New Jersey?

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 Camden emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 26 Camden clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Chen Katie DDS and CAMcare Health Corporation. 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 Camden?

26 Camden clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Camden

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 31 clinics.

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