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Best Emergency Dentists in Columbus, NE (2026)

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Optometric Center Of Columbus PC, ranked #1 of 30 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Columbus at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Columbus at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Optometric Center Of Columbus PC73
2Barbec Pam67
3Central Nebraska Community Services67
4Dr. Andrew Stadler67
5Dr. David D. Walline, DDS67
6Dr. Joseph A. Quattrocchi, DDS67
7Dr. Mark Griffiths67
8Dr. Rex D. Kumpf, DDS67
9Dr. Riel E. Whitney, DDS67
10Dr. Steven Wiemer67

The 30 best emergency care dentists in Columbus, 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 Columbus

    #1 Optometric Center Of Columbus PC

    3702 23rd St, Columbus, NE 68601

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for emergency dental care in Columbus 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 Optometric Center Of Columbus PCFull profile(402) 564-2020

  19. #19 Columbus Family Practice Associates

    4214 38th St, Columbus, NE 68601, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for emergency dental care in Columbus: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–6 PM · Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Columbus Family Practice AssociatesFull profile(402) 564-1338

  21. #21 East Central District Health Department

    4321 41st Ave, Columbus, NE 68601

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for emergency dental care in Columbus: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at East Central District Health DepartmentFull profile(402) 563-9656

  22. #22 Good Neighbor Community Health Center

    4321 41st Ave, Columbus, NE 68601, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for emergency dental care in Columbus: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Good Neighbor Community Health CenterFull profile(402) 562-7500

  23. #23 Columbus Medical Center PC

    1454 28th Ave, Columbus, NE 68601

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for emergency dental care in Columbus 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 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Columbus Medical Center PCFull profile(402) 564-2816

  24. #24 Columbus Family Dental

    2277 22nd Ave, Columbus, NE 68601

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for emergency dental care in Columbus 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–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Columbus Family DentalFull profile(402) 563-3631

  25. #25 Michael B. Burwell D.D.S.

    2277 22nd Ave, Columbus, NE 68601

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for emergency dental care in Columbus 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–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Michael B. Burwell D.D.S.Full profile(402) 563-3631

All 30 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #30, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Brandon Mizner, DDS37
27Dental Innovations of Columbus37
28Family First Dental - Columbus37
29Michelle Bargen, DDS37
30Nebraska Oral & Facial Surgery33

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Columbus

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 Columbus?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Columbus?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-ray$120–$300DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Nebraska—
After-hours or weekend visit$180–$480DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Nebraska—
Emergency extraction$180–$480DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Nebraska—

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

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 Columbus emergency care dentists

We scored 30 Columbus 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). 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 Columbus 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 Columbus: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Columbus?

Optometric Center Of Columbus PC ranks #1 of 30 Columbus clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Barbec Pam ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Columbus, NE?

Emergency dental care in Columbus typically costs $100–$500 USD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray $120–$300; after-hours or weekend visit $180–$480; emergency extraction $180–$480. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Nebraska. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is emergency dental care covered by insurance or Medicaid in Nebraska?

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 Columbus emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 30 Columbus clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Menards, Columbus Family Practice Associates and Mitchell J. Henry, DDS MD. 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 Columbus?

30 Columbus 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 Columbus

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 30 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.

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