62/100
Ranked #1 for emergency dental care in La Jolla: 4.8★ from 169 Google reviews.
- 4.8from 169 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
Best Emergency Dentists in La Jolla, CA (2026)
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Best overall for emergency dental care: Bird Rock Dental, ranked #1 of 4 by service score; 4.8★ from 169 Google reviews.
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4 La Jolla clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.
Top 4 emergency care dentists in La Jolla at a glance
| Rank | Clinic | Service score | Rating (reviews) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bird Rock Dental | 62 | 4.8★ (169) |
| 2 | Regents Dental Group | 43 | — |
| 3 | Scripps Center for Dental Care | 37 | — |
| 4 | Sarah Winter Dental by Espire | 37 | — |
The 4 best emergency care dentists in La Jolla, 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 Regents Dental Group
4150 Regents Park Row Ste 215, La Jolla, CA 92037, United States
43/10030% of factors measuredRanked #2 for emergency dental care in La Jolla: Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
- Hours
- Mon–Wed 7 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–6 PM · Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat 7 AM–1:30 PM · Sun closed
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
In their words
Always with your best interest in mind, Regents Dental Group are some of the most well-respected general and cosmetic dentists in San Diego, CA. Conveniently located in the heart of the UTC La Jolla area, Regents Dental Group provides children's dentistry and adult dentistry along with cosmetic and restorative procedures such as crowns, veneers, implants, bionators, teeth whitening, and periodontal treatment. We also accept dental emergency appointments.
From Regents Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.#3 Scripps Center for Dental Care
9850 Genesee Ave Suite 620, La Jolla, CA 92037, United States
37/10030% of factors measuredRanked #3 for emergency dental care in La Jolla 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 10 AM–5:30 PM · Tue–Thu 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
In their words
Scripps Center for Dental Care is always striving to be the best through personalized care, high quality results, and excellent customer satisfaction. Our team is led by Dr. John Weston and Dr. Nicholas Marongui, who specialize in cosmetic, restorative, and general dentistry. Whether you are seeking teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, dental implants, Invisalign, tooth colored fillings, or any other dental procedure, we can help! If you would like to speak to one of our…
From Scripps Center for Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.#4 Sarah Winter Dental by Espire
7776 Ivanhoe Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037
37/10030% of factors measuredRanked #4 for emergency dental care in La Jolla 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–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
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Emergency and weekend dentists in La Jolla
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.
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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 La Jolla?
Typical ranges in USD for La Jolla, CA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.
| Type | Typical range (USD) | Basis | As of |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency exam and x-ray | $170–$420 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California | — |
| After-hours or weekend visit | $250–$670 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California | — |
| Emergency extraction | $250–$670 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California | — |
Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full emergency dental care cost guide for La Jolla
What to expect from emergency dental care
Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.
| Fact | Typically |
|---|---|
| Typical visits | 1 urgent visit; often a follow-up for definitive treatment |
| Chair time | About 30–90 minutes depending on the problem |
| Recovery | Depends on the treatment given; pain often eases within a day or two |
| When to see a specialist | When the tooth needs a complex root canal or surgical extraction, or after facial trauma |
How we ranked La Jolla emergency care dentists
We scored 4 La Jolla clinics offering emergency dental care on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In La Jolla data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 45% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Review volume | 15% | log10(review count) against the city maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews in the last 12 months | Measured |
| Access | 15% | Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patients | Measured |
| Services | 10% | Services offered out of 17 | Measured |
| Profile completeness | 5% | Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photos | Measured |
Emergency dental care in La Jolla: frequently asked questions
Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in La Jolla?
Bird Rock Dental ranks #1 of 4 La Jolla clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. It has 4.8★ from 169 Google reviews. Regents Dental Group ranks #2 (Saturday hours). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.
How much does emergency dental care cost in La Jolla, CA?
Emergency dental care in La Jolla typically costs $140–$700 USD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray $170–$420; after-hours or weekend visit $250–$670; emergency extraction $250–$670. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.
Is emergency dental care covered by insurance or Medicaid in California?
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 La Jolla emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?
1 of 4 La Jolla clinics offering emergency dental care lists Saturday hours, including Regents Dental Group. 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 La Jolla?
4 La Jolla clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.
Update log for La Jolla
- : DR Scores recalculated for 7 clinics.
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