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Best Emergency Dentists in Junction City, KS (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Custer Hill Dental Clinic (Dental Clinic #3), ranked #1 of 19 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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19 Junction City clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Junction City at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Junction City at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Custer Hill Dental Clinic (Dental Clinic #3)73
2Konza Prairie Community Health Center73
3Tindall Orthodontics73
41ST Division Dental Clinic (Dental Clinic 4)67
5Dr. Alice Shaffer67
6Dr. David Craft67
7Dr. John Stanteic, DDS67
8Dr. Joshua J. Larkin, DDS67
9K U Residents Clinic67
10Lin Thomas C DDS67

The 19 best emergency care dentists in Junction City, 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.

  2. #2 Konza Prairie Community Health Center

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for emergency dental care in Junction City 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 Konza Prairie Community Health CenterFull profile
    In their words

    Konza Prairie Community Health Center is a federally qualified health center dedicated to providing affordable, quality, and comprehensive medical, dental and behavioral health care for all people. Konza accepts all insurance; Uninsured patients are welcome. Konza offers discounts for patients based on federal poverty guidelines. Payment plans are available. The Konza main clinic is in Junction City, Kansas with a satellite clinic in Manhattan, Kansas. Hablamos español.…

    From Konza Prairie Community Health Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  12. #12 Prairie Family Dental

    404 W 6th St, Junction City, KS 66441, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for emergency dental care in Junction City 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–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Prairie Family DentalFull profile(785) 238-4149
    In their words

    At Prairie Family Dental, we want the best for you. We do all we can to earn your trust and provide the best possible care for you and your family. Dr. Vande Riet has over 24 years of experience in the dental field and will never settle for less than his very best when it comes to your oral health care. He works hard each day to deliver the absolute highest quality treatments and the best results.

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

  13. #13 Junction City Family Dentistry

    1038 W Ash St #3462, Junction City, KS 66441

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for emergency dental care in Junction City 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 7 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Junction City Family DentistryFull profile(785) 762-4313

  14. #14 WIC at Konza Prairie Community Health Center

    361 Grant Ave, Junction City, KS 66441

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for emergency dental care in Junction City 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 WIC at Konza Prairie Community Health CenterFull profile(785) 238-4711

  15. #15 Geary County Health Department

    1212 W Ash St, Junction City, KS 66441

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for emergency dental care in Junction City 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–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Geary County Health DepartmentFull profile(785) 762-5788

  16. #16 Hayden Orthodontics, Junction City Office

    1030 W 8th St, Junction City, KS 66441

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for emergency dental care in Junction City 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 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Hayden Orthodontics, Junction City OfficeFull profile(785) 776-1260

  18. #18 Michael McDonnell DDS

    923 W 6th St, Junction City, KS 66441

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for emergency dental care in Junction City 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 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Michael McDonnell DDSFull profile(785) 762-3605

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Junction City

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 Junction City?

Typical ranges in USD for Junction City, KS. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

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

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

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 Junction City emergency care dentists

We scored 19 Junction City 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 Junction City 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 Junction City: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Junction City?

Custer Hill Dental Clinic (Dental Clinic #3) ranks #1 of 19 Junction City clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Konza Prairie Community Health Center ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Junction City, KS?

Emergency dental care in Junction City 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 Kansas. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Junction City emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 19 Junction City clinics offering emergency dental care lists Saturday hours, including Dr. Timothy M. Pivonka, 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 Junction City?

19 Junction City 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 Junction City

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 19 clinics.

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