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Best Emergency Dentists in Elizabeth, NJ (2026)

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Bavli DDS PC, ranked #1 of 49 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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49 Elizabeth clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 17 open Saturdays and 14 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Elizabeth at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Elizabeth at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Bavli DDS PC73
2Dr. Brynn M Hylands DDS73
3Guy Elliot Robinson, DDS73
4Ame Dental67
5Associated Dental Group67
6B & K Family Dental67
7Basin Sergey Y DDS67
8Chang Emily67
9Dr. Beatriz A. Fernandez, DMD67
10Dr. Claudia Rodríguez-Peña DDS67

The 49 best emergency care dentists in Elizabeth, 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.

  22. #22 Columbia Dental

    151 Jefferson Ave, Elizabeth, NJ 07201, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for emergency dental care in Elizabeth: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Columbia DentalFull profile(908) 409-3094

  23. #23 Elizabeth Dental Care

    523 Westfield Ave #1, Elizabeth, NJ 07208

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for emergency dental care in Elizabeth: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–8 PM · Tue 10 AM–6 PM · Wed 10 AM–8 PM · Thu–Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Elizabeth Dental CareFull profile(908) 353-0900
    In their words

    When you need a family dentist in New Jersey, call Elizabeth Dental Care. We offer a wide range of services including teeth whitening, dental implants, emergencies, and much more. We have many years of experience so you can rest assured knowing you are in good hands. We strive to make your smile healthy and beautiful. For the best dental care, come to Elizabeth Dental Care.

    From Elizabeth Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Unique Family Dentistry

    315 Elmora Ave Ste 104, Elizabeth, NJ 07208, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for emergency dental care in Elizabeth: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 10 AM–6 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Unique Family DentistryFull profile(908) 409-0267
    In their words

    Looking to find a dentist in Elizabeth? When looking for a Elizabeth dentist, we hope that you will consider scheduling an appointment with us. Dr. Ghaffari and our staff at Unique Family Dentistry are dedicated to patients, creating an atmosphere where everyone can feel comfortable, relaxed, and at home. We understand that you have several local dentists to choose from, and our goal is to provide the best patient experience in the greater Elizabeth area. Unique Family…

    From Unique Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Associated Dental of Elizabeth

    444 Morris Ave, Elizabeth, NJ 07208

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for emergency dental care in Elizabeth: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Associated Dental of ElizabethFull profile(908) 353-6655
    In their words

    We are located in an area accessible to public transportation. We offer high-quality service to our patients. We accept most dental plans, and without insurance. Our quality procedures from fillers, crowns, root canals, and implants. We attend emergencies and appointments. We speak English, Spanish and Persian.

    From Associated Dental of Elizabeth's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 49 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #49, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Jersey Gardens Dental, P.A.57Evenings · Sat
27Haddad Dental and Best Dental Care57Evenings · Sun
28All Quality Dental LLP: Mikhailov Rafael DDS57Evenings · Sun
29Elizabeth Smiline NJ, LLC57Evenings · Sat
30Rajubhai Patel, DDS57Evenings · Sat
31Abra Dental - Formerly ChildSmiles53Evenings · Sat
32Chilton Dental Group53Evenings · Sat
33Elmora Dental Associates47Sat
34Sonrisa Dental47Sat
35Kaur Gurpreet DDS47Sat
36Banker Dental Associates47Sat
37Elite Smile, LLC47Evenings
38Great Smiles Elizabeth: Elvira Dela Torre, DDS47Sat
39Joseph Haddad43Sun
40Dr. Preeti Iyer, DDS43Sat
41Shankar S. Iyer, DDS43Sat
42Dr. Alina M. Betancourt, DMD43Evenings
43Advanced Dental Center37Evenings · Sat
44Elizabeth Dental Care: Barragan Carlos A DDS37
45Family Dental Practice of New Jersey, LLC37
46North Broad Family Dental & Orthodontics37
47Rodriguez Edwin DDS34
48Dr. Mason Clark Emergency Dentist 24 Hours15
49American Dental Group14

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Elizabeth

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 Elizabeth?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Elizabeth?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-ray$160–$390DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—
After-hours or weekend visit$230–$620DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—
Emergency extraction$230–$620DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—

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

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 Elizabeth emergency care dentists

We scored 49 Elizabeth clinics offering emergency dental care on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 4 were excluded (4 duplicate listings). 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 Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Elizabeth?

Bavli DDS PC ranks #1 of 49 Elizabeth clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Brynn M Hylands DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Elizabeth, NJ?

Emergency dental care in Elizabeth typically costs $130–$650 USD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray $160–$390; after-hours or weekend visit $230–$620; emergency extraction $230–$620. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is emergency dental care covered by insurance or Medicaid in New Jersey?

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 Elizabeth emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

17 of 49 Elizabeth clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Columbia Dental, Elizabeth Dental Care and Unique Family 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 Elizabeth?

49 Elizabeth clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 17 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Elizabeth

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 64 clinics.
  2. : 4 duplicate listings merged.

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