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Best Emergency Dentists in Fort Smith, AR (2026)

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Family Dental Care of Fort Smith, ranked #1 of 54 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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54 Fort Smith clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays and 2 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Fort Smith at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Fort Smith at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Family Dental Care of Fort Smith73
2Skinner Dentistry73
3Aspen Dental67
4Bittle Matthew C DDS67
5Brandebura Ellis & Remerschrei67
6Dentures Today67
7Dr. Brock Brown67
8Dr. Clayton Craig67
9Dr. Daniel K. Jones, DDS67
10Dr. Jim Curlin67

The 54 best emergency care dentists in Fort Smith, 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 Fort Smith

    #1 Family Dental Care of Fort Smith

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for emergency dental care in Fort Smith 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 Family Dental Care of Fort SmithFull profile
    In their words

    At Family Dental Care of Fort Smith you can expect to be treated with compassion and care for your whole family. We have well educated dentists in our group that can take care of practically all of your needs. You no longer need to go to multiple specialists for your dental care. Established 30 plus years ago by Dr Jim Saviers. He worked for many years creating trust and high quality dentistry in Fort Smith. In January, he sold to Dr Beau Sparkman, a native to the River…

    From Family Dental Care of Fort Smith's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  3. #3 Aspen Dental

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for emergency dental care in Fort Smith 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 Aspen DentalFull profile
    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Fort Smith,AR offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday - Friday 6:30am -11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am - 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am - 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care…

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

  17. #17 Leap Kids Dental

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for emergency dental care in Fort Smith 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 Leap Kids DentalFull profile
    In their words

    At Leap Kids Dental in Fort Smith, Arkansas, we provide comprehensive care to address the needs of all patients. We offer education in oral hygiene, regular and emergency examinations, preventative care, dietary consultation, and dental rehabilitation. At Leap Kids Dental, we strive to lay the foundation for the building blocks of health and happiness, helping parents and children learn and grow.

    From Leap Kids Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Walmart Health

    2100 N 62nd St Ste A, Fort Smith, AR 72904, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–7:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Walmart HealthFull profile(479) 358-8435
    In their words

    Walmart Health offers affordable and transparent pricing, with or without insurance. You will receive the highest level of care from our qualified physicians, dentists, nurse practitioners, optometrist and more. We offer convenient hours and easy online scheduling to provide you with appointment times that fit your schedule. With primary care, dental, counseling, labs & x-rays, optometry and audiology all under one roof, Walmart Health makes it easy to take care of you and…

    From Walmart Health's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Parklane Family Dental

    5111 Rogers Ave Suite 207, Fort Smith, AR 72903, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for emergency dental care in Fort Smith: 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 Parklane Family DentalFull profile(479) 689-0349
    In their words

    Parklane Family Dental will help you maintain a vibrant smile and make a dazzling first impression. We're a family-owned practice with 45 years of experience in the Fort Smith area. We have 3 locations to serve you and your family - where you'll be treated like a member of our family. We specialize in cosmetic dentistry and we invite you to see our smile portfolio to see our work. We also offer emergency dental care so don't hesitate to call us, and in most cases, the…

    From Parklane Family Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Harper Dental

    5422 Euper Ln, Fort Smith, AR 72903

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for emergency dental care in Fort Smith 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–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Harper DentalFull profile(479) 431-0280
    In their words

    Harper Dental in Fort Smith, AR, is gladly accepting new patients! We believe in treating the whole person and ensuring they receive the optimal care necessary to maintain a beautiful, healthy smile for life. Harper Dental will strive to understand your needs and surpass your expectations. Relax in our dental office while our expert dentists beautify your smile. Our friendly & caring staff bring advanced technology, the latest techniques, and personalized dental care to the…

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

All 54 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #54, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Northside Dental37
27River Valley Smile Center37
28New Health Dental37
29Belle Point Dental37
30Good Samaritan Clinic37
31Borengasser Family Dental37
32Fiser Family Dental37
33Moore Dental Care37
34Richard A Staton DDS37
35Riley Farm Dental37
36Riddle Modern Dentistry & Implants37
37Brenda Donato, DMD37
38Dallas Street Dental37
39Dr. Ward W. Clemmons37
40Fort Smith Pediatric Dental Group37
41James B. Saviers DDS, PA37
42Affordable Dentures & Implants33
43Dental Health of Fianna33
44Parklane Family Dental- Creekmore Park33
45Parklane Family Dental: Liggett Kris E DDS33
46Johnson Family Dentistry, Cole J. Johnson DDS. PA, George J. Johnson DDS33
47My Dentist33
48Monarch Dental & Orthodontics33
49Dental Solutions of Fort Smith PLLC - J Stephen Wilson, DDS33
50Fianna Family Dentistry33
51Friddle Dentistry33
52Community Dental Clinic33
53New Smile Dental: Gilberto Lopez, DDS17
54Half Moon Oral Maxillofacial And Implant Surgery17

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Fort Smith

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 Fort Smith?

Typical ranges in USD for Fort Smith, AR. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Fort Smith?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-ray$110–$270DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas—
After-hours or weekend visit$160–$430DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas—
Emergency extraction$160–$430DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas—

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

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 Fort Smith emergency care dentists

We scored 54 Fort Smith 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 Fort Smith 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 Fort Smith: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Fort Smith?

Family Dental Care of Fort Smith ranks #1 of 54 Fort Smith clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Skinner Dentistry ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Fort Smith, AR?

Emergency dental care in Fort Smith typically costs $90–$450 USD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray $110–$270; after-hours or weekend visit $160–$430; emergency extraction $160–$430. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Fort Smith emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 54 Fort Smith clinics offering emergency dental care lists Saturday hours, including Walmart Health. 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 Fort Smith?

54 Fort Smith clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Fort Smith

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 54 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.

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