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Best Emergency Dentists in Griffith, IN (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Dr. Herb Yekel, ranked #1 of 9 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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    Best for same-day pain relief: Walgreens, emergency visits.

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9 Griffith clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 5 open Saturdays. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 9 emergency care dentists in Griffith at a glance

Top 9 emergency care dentists in Griffith at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Dr. Herb Yekel67—
2Family Dollar63—
3Walgreens59Yes
4Danny's Family Pets and Accessories57—
5Walgreens Pharmacy53—
6Christopher Gall, DDS47—
7Broad Smile Dental Center47—
8Smiles By Gentle Dental47—
9Parkside Dental Care37—

The 9 best emergency care dentists in Griffith, 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. #4 Danny's Family Pets and Accessories

    315 N Broad St, Griffith, IN 46319

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for emergency dental care in Griffith: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 11 AM–8:30 PM · Sat 12 PM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. #6 Christopher Gall, DDS

    909 E 45th Ave, Griffith, IN 46319, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for emergency dental care in Griffith: Saturday hours.

    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 closed · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dr. Christopher Gall, DDS, offers quality dental care in Griffith, IN and the surrounding areas. Available dental services start with a dental exam, as well as a range of treatments, including preventive dentistry, periodontics, and family dentistry. Whether you need a routine checkup or it’s time to talk to an implant dentist, make sure you are choosing a reputable provider in the area. As a restorative dentist and cosmetic dentist, Dr. Gall is known as the best dentist for…

    From Christopher Gall, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #7 Broad Smile Dental Center

    423 N Broad St, Griffith, IN 46319

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for emergency dental care in Griffith: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7 PM · Tue 10 AM–8 PM · Wed 10 AM–6:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–6:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #8 Smiles By Gentle Dental

    844 Cline Ave Suite 2 N, Griffith, IN 46319

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for emergency dental care in Griffith: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–3 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    We are proud of our privately owned and operated dental office where patient care is our priority. We understand that every patient has different challenges and different financial freedom. We work with every situations to overcome all hurdles. We take great care of people of our great nation.

    From Smiles By Gentle Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #9 Parkside Dental Care

    1515 W 45th St, Griffith, IN 46319

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for emergency dental care in Griffith 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 7 AM–4 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    As trained medical professionals, our dedication to maintaining a safe environment through rigorous infection control procedures is at our core. We know that moving forward our commitment to your safety will be even more important. While continuing to meet traditional CDC and OSHA requirements, we are adopting some new, additional protocols. For example, we might wear additional PPE, request you wear a mask to your appointment, or take your temperature upon arrival.

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

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Griffith

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 Griffith?

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

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

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

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 Griffith emergency care dentists

We scored 9 Griffith clinics offering emergency dental care on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Griffith 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 Griffith: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Griffith?

Dr. Herb Yekel ranks #1 of 9 Griffith clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Family Dollar ranks #2 (evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Griffith, IN?

Emergency dental care in Griffith 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 Indiana. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Which Griffith clinics offer same-day emergency dental care?

1 of 9 Griffith clinics offering emergency dental care lists same-day or emergency appointments, led by Walgreens. Same-day treatment depends on the diagnosis and the schedule, so call ahead to confirm before you go.

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

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 Griffith emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

5 of 9 Griffith clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Family Dollar, Walgreens and Danny's Family Pets and Accessories. 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 Griffith?

9 Griffith clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 5 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Griffith

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 11 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.