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Best Emergency Dentists in Council Bluffs, IA (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Caitlin Beresford, ranked #1 of 37 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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37 Council Bluffs clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Council Bluffs at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Council Bluffs at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Caitlin Beresford67
2Cary Jackson67
3Chopra Neha DDS67
4Christopher Cooper67
5Comprehensive Dental Care67
6Council Bluffs Comm Health67
7Dr. Dustin Svatos67
8Dr. Erin Wetzel67
9Dr. Jennifer Black67
10Dr. Kevin Galvin67

The 37 best emergency care dentists in Council Bluffs, 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 Council Bluffs

    #1 Caitlin Beresford

    427 E Kanesville Blvd SUITE 200, Council Bluffs, IA 515034403, United States

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for emergency dental care in Council Bluffs 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 Caitlin BeresfordFull profile(712) 322-5318

  20. #20 Nhu Le

    3617 Denmark Dr Ste 100, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for emergency dental care in Council Bluffs: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Nhu LeFull profile(712) 326-3205
    In their words

    Nhu Le practices in Council Bluffs, IA for Aspen Dental. With years of valuable dental experience, Nhu Le and the rest of the Aspen Dental team are proud to offer services like dentures, gum diseases, root canals, crowns, and bridges with the best lab technicians. To see a dentist near you book online or call anytime Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. We are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and…

    From Nhu Le's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Bluffs Family Dentistry

    320 McKenzie Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for emergency dental care in Council Bluffs 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–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Bluffs Family DentistryFull profile(712) 322-5318

  22. #22 My Pediatric Dentist

    114 S 6th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for emergency dental care in Council Bluffs 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–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at My Pediatric DentistFull profile(712) 256-5048
    In their words

    My Pediatric Dentist is a Pediatric Dental Office; Specializing in the oral health of Infants, Toddlers, and Adolescents. We provide: • Preventative services such as sealants, fluoride varnish applications, cleanings and oral hygiene instruction. •Comprehensive oral health care for children with: early child hood caries (cavities); Caries and Periodontal needs •Special Health Care Needs; Significant underlying medical histories. •Oro-Facial injuries

    From My Pediatric Dentist's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Western Iowa Endodontics

    320 McKenzie Ave #207, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for emergency dental care in Council Bluffs 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–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Western Iowa EndodonticsFull profile(712) 256-9943

  24. #24 Orthodontics Specialty

    55 Gleason Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for emergency dental care in Council Bluffs 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–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Orthodontics SpecialtyFull profile(712) 322-2025

  25. #25 Dr. Joseph Quattrocchi Jr, DDS

    40 Northcrest Dr # 1, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for emergency dental care in Council Bluffs 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 Dr. Joseph Quattrocchi Jr, DDSFull profile(712) 328-9605

All 37 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #37, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Greer Edward P DDS33
27Oral Surgery Associates33
28Omni Dental Centre33
29Tony D. Stuntz, DDS33
30Valley View Dental33
31Dr. William J. Braymen, DDS33
32Dr. Thomas Elias28
33Midlands Dental Center: Chiang Christina DDS28
34Bluffs Family Dentistry: Andrea Cardenzana, DDS17
35Rensch Dental17
36Associate Dentists PC17
37Robert S. Perry, D.D.S.17

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Council Bluffs

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 Council Bluffs?

Typical ranges in USD for Council Bluffs, IA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

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

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

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 Council Bluffs emergency care dentists

We scored 37 Council Bluffs 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 Council Bluffs 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 Council Bluffs: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Council Bluffs?

Caitlin Beresford ranks #1 of 37 Council Bluffs clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Cary Jackson ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Council Bluffs, IA?

Emergency dental care in Council Bluffs 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 Iowa. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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.

How many dentists offer emergency dental care in Council Bluffs?

37 Council Bluffs clinics list emergency dental care in our data. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Council Bluffs

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 53 clinics.

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