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Best Emergency Dentists in La Mirada, CA (2026)

40 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. Ming-Ya J. Chwu, DDS, ranked #1 of 40 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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40 La Mirada clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 8 open Saturdays and 6 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in La Mirada at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in La Mirada at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Dr. Ming-Ya J. Chwu, DDS73—
2Humanity Dental73—
3Olive Tree Dental73—
4Emergency Dentist La Mirada TwentyFour Hr695.0★ (2)
5Alfredo Ayala67—
6Dr. Alina Gad67—
7Dr. Gilbert Lay67—
8Dr. Laarni B. Diamse, DDS67—
9Dr. Magdy W. Gad, DDS67—
10Dr. Myung S. Kim, DDS67—

The 40 best emergency care dentists in La Mirada, 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 La Mirada

    #1 Dr. Ming-Ya J. Chwu, DDS

    15651 Imperial Hwy. #201A, La Mirada, CA 90638, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for emergency dental care in La Mirada 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 Dr. Ming-Ya J. Chwu, DDSFull profile(562) 902-9100

  3. #3 Olive Tree Dental

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for emergency dental care in La Mirada 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 Olive Tree DentalFull profile
    In their words

    When you visit La Mirada, CA, dentist Dr. Greg Navarrete your smile is our top priority. Dr. Navarrete and the entire team at Olive Tree Dental are dedicated to providing you with the personalized, gentle dental care that you deserve. Come to see us today. We are proud to provide dental care for La Mirada, Whittier, Cerritos, Buena Park, CA, & all of Los Angeles County, CA. We provide compassionate general dentistry, family dentistry, and the most up to date cosmetic…

    From Olive Tree Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  15. #15 Family Orthodontic Center: Angeles Angelica C DDS

    14930 Imperial Hwy. #C, La Mirada, CA 90638

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for emergency dental care in La Mirada 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 Family Orthodontic Center: Angeles Angelica C DDSFull profile(562) 941-0224

  24. #24 Smile Family Dentistry: Dumalaog-Cruz Josephine DDS

    15862 Imperial Hwy., La Mirada, CA 90638

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for emergency dental care in La Mirada 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 Smile Family Dentistry: Dumalaog-Cruz Josephine DDSFull profile(562) 947-9500

All 40 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #40, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Dentistry63Evenings · Sat · Sun
27Mary's office53Sat · Sun
28La Mirada Dental Care47Sat
29Happy Braces Orthodontics, La Mirada47Sat
30Imperial Dental: Sergio Ocampo DDS47Evenings
31Bright Dental Of La Mirada47Evenings
32Eynald A Duarte Inc47Sat
33Global Family Dentistry Inc47Evenings
34Kids & Braces43Evenings
35Dr. Chong H. RHA, DDS43Sat
36La Mirada One Dental | Cosmetic Dentist La Mirada37Evenings · Sat
37Happy Dental Land37
38My La Mirada Dentist37
39Dr. Albert W. Friedman, DDS33
40Children's Happy Teeth, La Mirada27Sat

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Emergency and weekend dentists in La Mirada

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 La Mirada?

Typical ranges in USD for La Mirada, CA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does emergency dental care cost in La Mirada?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-ray$170–$420DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
After-hours or weekend visit$250–$670DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Emergency extraction$250–$670DentistsRanked 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 Mirada

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 La Mirada emergency care dentists

We scored 40 La Mirada 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.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn La Mirada 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 La Mirada: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in La Mirada?

Dr. Ming-Ya J. Chwu, DDS ranks #1 of 40 La Mirada clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Humanity Dental ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in La Mirada, CA?

Emergency dental care in La Mirada 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 Mirada emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

8 of 40 La Mirada clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Dentistry, Mary's office and La Mirada Dental Care. 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 Mirada?

40 La Mirada clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 8 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for La Mirada

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 46 clinics.

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