Best Emergency Dentists in East Providence, RI (2026)

22 clinics offering emergency dental care, rankedUpdated October 21, 20260 paid placementsHow we rank →

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Best overall for emergency dental care: Balgowlah Dental clinic, ranked #1 of 22 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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22 East Providence 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 East Providence at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in East Providence at a glance
Rank	Clinic	Service score
1	Balgowlah Dental clinic	73
2	Dr. Lena D. Karkalas, DDS	73
3	East Bay Oral Surgery & Dental Implant Center	73
4	New England Dental	73
5	Olga Frey DMD	73
6	Samuels Sinclair Dental Center	73
7	ELITE TEETH WHITENING \| @ PRIMARY WALK-IN MEDICAL CENTER	67
8	Dr. Kirsten Romani	67
9	Dr. Michelle Daniels	67
10	Georgeu Arthur DDS	67

The 22 best emergency care dentists in East Providence, 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.

Ranked #1 for emergency care in East Providence
#1 Balgowlah Dental clinic
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #1 for emergency dental care in East Providence on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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#2 Dr. Lena D. Karkalas, DDS
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #2 for emergency dental care in East Providence on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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#3 East Bay Oral Surgery & Dental Implant Center
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #3 for emergency dental care in East Providence on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at East Bay Oral Surgery & Dental Implant Center Full profile
In their words
At East Bay Oral Surgery, the entire team takes great care to provide you with a warm and friendly environment. Your comfort is their priority, and our team is committed to providing you with state of the art technology, quality care, and a passionate team to serve you. Dr. Bakios is very attentive to the needs of his patients and is dedicated to improving the lives of his patients. Ready to Restore Your Smile? Call us with any questions or to make an appointment.
From East Bay Oral Surgery & Dental Implant Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#4 New England Dental
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #4 for emergency dental care in East Providence on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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#5 Olga Frey DMD
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #5 for emergency dental care in East Providence on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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#6 Samuels Sinclair Dental Center
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #6 for emergency dental care in East Providence on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Samuels Sinclair Dental Center Full profile
In their words
The Samuels Sinclair Dental Center provides dental services to all children and intellectually or developmentally disabled patients of all ages. Services include all phases of routine and specialty dental care. We are accredited by The Joint Commission as part of Rhode Island Hospital.
From Samuels Sinclair Dental Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#7 ELITE TEETH WHITENING | @ PRIMARY WALK-IN MEDICAL CENTER
684 Warren Ave, East Providence, RI 02914
67/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #7 for emergency dental care in East Providence: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon–Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 PM–12 AM · Fri 12 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–2 PM
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at ELITE TEETH WHITENING | @ PRIMARY WALK-IN MEDICAL CENTER Full profile (401) 434-0022
#8 Dr. Kirsten Romani
869 Broadway, East Providence, RI 02914, United States
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #8 for emergency dental care in East Providence on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
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#9 Dr. Michelle Daniels
2224 Pawtucket Ave UNIT 2, East Providence, RI 02914, United States
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #9 for emergency dental care in East Providence on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
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#10 Georgeu Arthur DDS
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #10 for emergency dental care in East Providence on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
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#11 Goncalves Michelle Dr
2780 Pawtucket Ave, East Providence, RI 02914
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #11 for emergency dental care in East Providence on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Goncalves Michelle Dr Full profile (401) 434-7471
#12 Robert's Dental Lab
2472 Pawtucket Ave, East Providence, RI 02914
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #12 for emergency dental care in East Providence on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Robert's Dental Lab Full profile (401) 438-3312
#13 Smith Robert N DMD
2780 Pawtucket Ave, East Providence, RI 02914, United States
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #13 for emergency dental care in East Providence on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Smith Robert N DMD Full profile (401) 434-7471
#14 We Care For Kids Inc
2224 Pawtucket Ave UNIT 1, East Providence, RI 02914, United States
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #14 for emergency dental care in East Providence on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at We Care For Kids Inc Full profile (401) 431-1224
#15 Cardenas Rafael M DDS
420 Waterman Ave, East Providence, RI 02914
53/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #15 for emergency dental care in East Providence: evening hours and Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon–Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Sat 8 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Cardenas Rafael M DDS Full profile (401) 434-4858
#16 Friends and Family Dental
888 Broadway, East Providence, RI 02914
37/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #16 for emergency dental care in East Providence 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 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Friends and Family Dental Full profile (401) 228-3999
#17 Romani Orthodontics
869 Broadway, East Providence, RI 02914
37/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #17 for emergency dental care in East Providence 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 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Romani Orthodontics Full profile (401) 434-1127
In their words
Romani Orthodontics is the leading Orthodontist in East Providence, RI & the surrounding areas. We proudly offer Braces and Invisalign in East Providence, RI! We offer the following services: Braces East Providence RI Invisalign East Providence RI Invisalign Teen East Providence RI We proudly service the East Providence, RI area & pride ourselves on offering the best Orthodontic services in this area. Please contact us today for all of your Orthodontic needs.
From Romani Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#18 David L Renaud DDS Ltd
1235 Wampanoag Trail, East Providence, RI 02915
37/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #18 for emergency dental care in East Providence 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–5:30 PM · Wed closed · Thu 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at David L Renaud DDS Ltd Full profile (401) 437-3320
#19 Graham Garber DMD
888 Broadway, East Providence, RI 02914, United States
33/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #19 for emergency dental care in East Providence 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 dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Graham Garber DMD Full profile (401) 228-3999
#20 Bakios Stephen N Dr
2224 Pawtucket Ave, East Providence, RI 02914
33/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #20 for emergency dental care in East Providence 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–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Bakios Stephen N Dr Full profile (401) 435-4240
#21 Petito Oral Surgery
400 Massasoit Ave STE 103, East Providence, RI 02914
33/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #21 for emergency dental care in East Providence 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–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Petito Oral Surgery Full profile (401) 919-5560
#22 East Providence Orthodontic Lab Inc
159 Waterman Ave, East Providence, RI 02914
14/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #22 for emergency dental care in East Providence 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 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
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Book appointment at East Providence Orthodontic Lab Inc Full profile (401) 438-6927

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Emergency and weekend dentists in East Providence

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.

ELITE TEETH WHITENING | @ PRIMARY WALK-IN MEDICAL CENTER#7
Mon–Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 PM–12 AM · Fri 12 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–2 PM
Evenings · Saturday · Sunday
Call (401) 434-0022
Cardenas Rafael M DDS#15
Mon–Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Sat 8 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
Evenings · Saturday
Call (401) 434-4858

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 East Providence?

Typical ranges in USD for East Providence, RI. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does emergency dental care cost in East Providence?
Type	Typical range (USD)	Basis	As of
Emergency exam and x-ray	$120–$300	DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Rhode Island	—
After-hours or weekend visit	$180–$480	DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Rhode Island	—
Emergency extraction	$180–$480	DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Rhode Island	—

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

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
Fact	Typically
Typical visits	1 urgent visit; often a follow-up for definitive treatment
Chair time	About 30–90 minutes depending on the problem
Recovery	Depends on the treatment given; pain often eases within a day or two
When to see a specialist	When the tooth needs a complex root canal or surgical extraction, or after facial trauma

How we ranked East Providence emergency care dentists

We scored 22 East Providence 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
Factor	Weight	Computed from	In East Providence data
Reputation	45%	Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating	Not yet collected
Review volume	15%	log10(review count) against the city maximum	Not yet collected
Recency	10%	Share of reviews in the last 12 months	Not yet collected
Access	15%	Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patients	Measured
Services	10%	Services offered out of 17	Measured
Profile completeness	5%	Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photos	Measured

Emergency dental care in East Providence: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in East Providence?

Balgowlah Dental clinic ranks #1 of 22 East Providence clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Lena D. Karkalas, DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in East Providence, RI?

Emergency dental care in East Providence 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 Rhode Island. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is emergency dental care covered by insurance or Medicaid in Rhode Island?

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 East Providence emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 22 East Providence clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including ELITE TEETH WHITENING | @ PRIMARY WALK-IN MEDICAL CENTER and Cardenas Rafael M DDS. 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 East Providence?

22 East Providence 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.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in East Providence at a glance

The 22 best emergency care dentists in East Providence, ranked

#1 Balgowlah Dental clinic

#2 Dr. Lena D. Karkalas, DDS

#3 East Bay Oral Surgery & Dental Implant Center

#4 New England Dental

#5 Olga Frey DMD

#6 Samuels Sinclair Dental Center

#7 ELITE TEETH WHITENING | @ PRIMARY WALK-IN MEDICAL CENTER

#8 Dr. Kirsten Romani

#9 Dr. Michelle Daniels

#10 Georgeu Arthur DDS

#11 Goncalves Michelle Dr

#12 Robert's Dental Lab

#13 Smith Robert N DMD

#14 We Care For Kids Inc

#15 Cardenas Rafael M DDS

#16 Friends and Family Dental

#17 Romani Orthodontics

#18 David L Renaud DDS Ltd

#19 Graham Garber DMD

#20 Bakios Stephen N Dr

#21 Petito Oral Surgery

#22 East Providence Orthodontic Lab Inc