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Best Emergency Dentists in Kensington, MD (2026)

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Presidential Dental - Kensington MD, ranked #1 of 4 by service score; 4.8★ from 25 Google reviews, Saturday hours.

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4 Kensington clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 2 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 4 emergency care dentists in Kensington at a glance

Top 4 emergency care dentists in Kensington at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Presidential Dental - Kensington MD574.8★ (25)
2Kensington Dental Designs47—
3Rouchon Dental37—
4Alpine Dental & Denture Center37—

The 4 best emergency care dentists in Kensington, 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. #2 Kensington Dental Designs

    10400 Connecticut Ave #506, Kensington, MD 20895

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for emergency dental care in Kensington: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    In a relaxed atmosphere, with friendly staff, Dr. Jay Yi offers his considerable training, experience, and patience in modern, state-of-the-art offices. He has been called a Top-Rated Dentist For Quality twice by the Washington Consumers' Checkbook Magazine and has been honored with two fellowship awards given by two of the largest national dental organizations for his demonstration of clinical knowledge and experience: The International Congress of Oral Implantologists and…

    From Kensington Dental Designs's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #3 Rouchon Dental

    3930 Knowles Ave Suite 302, Kensington, MD 20895

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for emergency dental care in Kensington 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 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    The relationships we build in our office are based on trust and respect. Our skills as dental professionals allow us to provide treatment in a comfortable environment where the whole family can have their needs met. We are Rouchon Dental, welcome to our practice!

    From Rouchon Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #4 Alpine Dental & Denture Center

    10400 Connecticut Ave #203, Kensington, MD 20895, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for emergency dental care in Kensington 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 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Alpine Dental & Denture Center provides dental care services to family members of all ages in Kensington, MD. With our onsite denture lab and experienced dental staff, we can fix any oral issue. We provide cleaning and exams, restorations, dentures, oral surgery, root canals, emergency care. Contact our office at (301) 933-7046 and request your appointment today.

    From Alpine Dental & Denture Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Kensington

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 Kensington?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Kensington?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-ray$140–$360DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland—
After-hours or weekend visit$220–$580DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland—
Emergency extraction$220–$580DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland—

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

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 Kensington emergency care dentists

We scored 4 Kensington 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). 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 Kensington 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 Kensington: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Kensington?

Presidential Dental - Kensington MD ranks #1 of 4 Kensington clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. It has 4.8★ from 25 Google reviews and Saturday hours. Kensington Dental Designs ranks #2 (Saturday hours). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Kensington, MD?

Emergency dental care in Kensington typically costs $120–$600 USD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray $140–$360; after-hours or weekend visit $220–$580; emergency extraction $220–$580. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Kensington emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 4 Kensington clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Presidential Dental - Kensington MD and Kensington Dental Designs. 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 Kensington?

4 Kensington clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Kensington

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 10 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.