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Best Emergency Dentists in Cerritos, CA (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Del Amo Dental Care: Kevin Hyun DDS, ranked #1 of 56 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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56 Cerritos clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 13 open Saturdays and 3 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Cerritos at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Cerritos at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Del Amo Dental Care: Kevin Hyun DDS73
2Eco dental73
3Los Cerritos Dental Practice73
4Newport Dental & Orthodontics73
5Orthodontics R Us, Lillian Ho, DDS73
6VIP Dental on Pioneer73
7All Age Dental Group: Kim Kallaya W DDS67
8Castro Charlene DDS67
9Dennis L. Gorospe, DDS67
10Dental Care of Cerritos: Peeples George DDS67

The 56 best emergency care dentists in Cerritos, 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.

Scores below: based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  4. #4 Newport Dental & Orthodontics

    73/100

    Ranked #4 for emergency dental care in Cerritos on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Newport Dental & OrthodonticsFull profile
    In their words

    With some of the best dental staff in Hawaiian Gardens area, Newport Dental offers clear explanations, quality care, and the utmost respect for all patients. We know the attention that goes into selecting a provider for your next teeth cleaning, teeth whitening, or braces, which is why Newport Dental Hawaiian Gardens's staff has many affordable plans to choose from. Dental treatments from the best general dentists, orthodontists, pediatric dentists, and emergency dentists…

    From Newport Dental & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  5. #5 Orthodontics R Us, Lillian Ho, DDS

    73/100

    Ranked #5 for emergency dental care in Cerritos on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Orthodontics R Us, Lillian Ho, DDSFull profile
    In their words

    Orthodontics R Us welcomes patients for orthodontic treatment with braces and Invisalign. The practice is decorated and managed with patients-first in mind so that customers will feel comfortable the moment they enter our doors. Our gentle manners will put patients, your children and you at ease. Our staff will live up to their reputation by providing patients with excellent orthodontic care, warm personal attention and outstanding customer service. We also offer flexible…

    From Orthodontics R Us, Lillian Ho, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 56 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #56, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Yang Joseph DDS67
27David Moy, DDS | Artesia Dentist57Evenings · Sat
28Esthetic Partners Dental Group57Sat · Sun
29Cerritos Plaza Dentistry57Evenings · Sat
30Sioe Hwa Ong, DDS, Inc.53Evenings · Sat
31Cerritos Towne Center Dentistry47Sat
32Tri City Dental Care of Cerritos47Sat
33Del Amo Dental Care47Sat
34Cerritos Family Dentistry47Sat
35TLC Family Dental Clinic of Cerritos47Sat
36David Choe Orthodontics: Choe David P DDS47Sat
37Dr. Melissa Cheng43Sat
38South Street Dental43Sat
393S Dental43Sat
40Bloomfield Dental Center37
41CS Periodontics & Dental Implants37
42Dental Care of Cerritos37
43Mid City Dentistry37
44Cerritos Smiles Dentistry37
45Cerritos Dental Surgery37
46Barros Dental37
47Care Endodontics, Inc37
48Cerritos Dental Care37
49Cerritos Oral Surgery37
50Cerritos Dentistry37
51Dr. Robert H. Gregg II, DDS37
52Innovative Smiles Cerritos37
53Optimal Dental Care34
54Fred H. Matsumoto, D.D.S., Inc33
55St Michael Dentistry: Sarah A Cupino, DDS33
56Jay M. Azling, DDS & Associates17

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Cerritos

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 Cerritos?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Cerritos?
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 Cerritos

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 Cerritos emergency care dentists

We scored 56 Cerritos clinics offering emergency dental care on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 5 were excluded (5 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 Cerritos 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 Cerritos: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Cerritos?

Del Amo Dental Care: Kevin Hyun DDS ranks #1 of 56 Cerritos clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Eco dental ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

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

Emergency dental care in Cerritos 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.

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 Cerritos emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

13 of 56 Cerritos clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including David Moy, DDS | Artesia Dentist, Esthetic Partners Dental Group and Cerritos Plaza Dentistry. 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 Cerritos?

56 Cerritos clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 13 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Cerritos

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 61 clinics.
  2. : 5 duplicate listings merged.

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