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Best Emergency Dentists in Johnstown, PA (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Dental Care Associates - Johnstown, ranked #1 of 49 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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49 Johnstown clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays and 5 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Johnstown at a glance

The 49 best emergency care dentists in Johnstown, 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 Johnstown

    #1 Dental Care Associates - Johnstown

    1415 Eisenhower Blvd, Johnstown, PA 15904, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for emergency dental care in Johnstown 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

    In their words

    Dental Care Associates was founded in 1979 and now has five offices in Central Pennsylvania The first office was opened in Williamsport in 1979. Over the next five years, offices were also opened in Holidaysburg (1980), Johnstown (1981), Greensburg (1982), and Selinsgrove (1984). Our dentists are supported by a team of experienced dental assistants and licensed dental hygienists. Skilled laboratory technicians at our on-site dental care labs fabricate full and partial…

    From Dental Care Associates - Johnstown's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for emergency dental care in Johnstown 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

    In their words

    At The TLC Dentist, we know how difficult it can be to make time to see the dentist. That's why we take appointments until 6:30pm Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays and we're open on Saturdays until 2pm! We provide quality dental care at a time that's convenient to you.

    From The TLC Dentist - Dr Dimitri Lucas's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #25 Melissa Simasek, DMD

    241 Schoolhouse Rd, Johnstown, PA 15904

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for emergency dental care in Johnstown: 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 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–3:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Johnstown

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 Johnstown?

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

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

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

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 Johnstown emergency care dentists

We scored 49 Johnstown 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 Johnstown 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 Johnstown: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Johnstown?

Dental Care Associates - Johnstown ranks #1 of 49 Johnstown clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Michael Z. Rice, DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Johnstown, PA?

Emergency dental care in Johnstown 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 Pennsylvania. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Johnstown emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 49 Johnstown clinics offering emergency dental care lists Saturday hours, including James E Ference PC. 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 Johnstown?

49 Johnstown 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 Johnstown

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 49 clinics.