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Best Emergency Dentists in Dalton, GA (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Cornerstone Dental Studio, ranked #1 of 45 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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45 Dalton clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 2 open Saturdays and 2 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Dalton at a glance

The 45 best emergency care dentists in Dalton, 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. #17 Xiaoying Gu

    849 Shugart Rd, Dalton, GA 30720

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for emergency dental care in Dalton: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue 7 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Xiaoying Gu practices in Dalton, GA for Aspen Dental. With years of valuable dental experience, Xiaoying Gu 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 Xiaoying Gu's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #18 Dream Smile Dental

    1100 E Walnut Ave, Dalton, GA 30721

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for emergency dental care in Dalton: Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Friendly office for all of your general dentistry needs. Most of our staff is bilingual and speaks Spanish and English. We hope to offer patients with appointments as close to the date they call as possible. If you are in need of an urgent appointment, please feel free to give us a call!

    From Dream Smile Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #19 DEO Clinic

    218 N Fredrick St, Dalton, GA 30721

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for emergency dental care in Dalton: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    The DEO Clinic is a FREE medical clinic serving uninsured adults from Whitfield and Murray Counties, when their income falls within clinic guidelines. DEO serves as a primary care office, treating general health concerns and chronic illnesses such as diabetes, hypertension, and COPD. Services NOT included at DEO are emergency care, pain medications, mental health, OB/GYN or dental. Please schedule an appointment, services require an annual eligibility interview.

    From DEO Clinic's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #20 Franklin Dental

    2107 E Walnut Ave, Dalton, GA 30721

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for emergency dental care in Dalton: Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Franklin Dental serves the local community with a friendly and professional dental team to make dental visits simple and stress-free for patients of all ages. We accept most types of insurance and offer convenient payment options. Ask about our Resolution Dental Plan, which can save your family over $1,000 per year in dental needs!

    From Franklin Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #21 Beautiful Smiles by Design

    509 S Thornton Ave, Dalton, GA 30720

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for emergency dental care in Dalton 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 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  6. #22 Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics of Chattanooga

    1403 Dug Gap Rd, Dalton, GA 30720

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for emergency dental care in Dalton 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–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Success starts with a smile. We’re here to make yours shine. At Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics of Chattanooga, our doctors provide the highest standard of pediatric dental care and all-ages orthodontic treatment, helping you and your family achieve and maintain beautiful, healthy smiles.

    From Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics of Chattanooga's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #23 Dental Arts of Dalton - E. Thomas Lewis, DMD

    1716 Cleveland Hwy Suite 400, Dalton, GA 30721

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for emergency dental care in Dalton 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

    In their words

    Dr. Lewis is a family and cosmetic dentist in Dalton, GA and is dedicated to providing you with the very best dental care available in a professional, courteous and efficient manner. He is a gentle dentist whose comprehensive dental services include: professional cleanings, cosmetic dentistry restorations, fillings, root canals, crowns & bridges, extractions, dentures & partials, teeth whitening, and Invisalign.

    From Dental Arts of Dalton - E. Thomas Lewis, DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  8. #24 Northwest Georgia Oral Facial Surgery & Implants, P.C.

    1107 Memorial Dr Suite #101, Dalton, GA 30720, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for emergency dental care in Dalton 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–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  9. #25 Onsite Dental

    2659 Abutment Rd, Dalton, GA 30721

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for emergency dental care in Dalton 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 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–1 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Dalton

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 Dalton?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Dalton?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-ray$130–$320DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Georgia—
After-hours or weekend visit$190–$500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Georgia—
Emergency extraction$190–$500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Georgia—

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

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 Dalton emergency care dentists

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

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Dalton?

Cornerstone Dental Studio ranks #1 of 45 Dalton clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Dilmar Callejas ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Dalton, GA?

Emergency dental care in Dalton typically costs $105–$525 USD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray $130–$320; after-hours or weekend visit $190–$500; emergency extraction $190–$500. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Georgia. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Dalton emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 45 Dalton clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Dream Smile Dental and Franklin Dental. 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 Dalton?

45 Dalton clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Dalton

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 45 clinics.