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Best Emergency Dentists in La Vergne, TN (2026)

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Accelerated Dental Assisting Program of TN, ranked #1 of 8 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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8 La Vergne 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 8 emergency care dentists in La Vergne at a glance

The 8 best emergency care dentists in La Vergne, 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 Vergne

    #1 Accelerated Dental Assisting Program of TN

    1925 Madison Square Blvd #600, La Vergne, TN 37086, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for emergency dental care in La Vergne 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

  2. #4 Lignum Dental

    5295 Murfreesboro Rd, La Vergne, TN 37086

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for emergency dental care in La Vergne 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 closed · Tue–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Lignum Dental, we do everything possible to make your dental visit a pleasant and positive experience, by providing world class amenities and customer service. We continually strive to earn the loyalty of our patients and expect that we will see second and even third generations. Our state of the art dental office is dedicated in providing high quality dental care. We are conveniently located next to the La Vergne post office and Dunkin Donuts.

    From Lignum Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #5 Dr. Anupama A. Patel, DDS

    5168 Murfreesboro Rd, La Vergne, TN 37086

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for emergency dental care in La Vergne 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–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #6 Tennessee Family Dental

    6001 Jackson Square Blvd STE 1001, La Vergne, TN 37086

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for emergency dental care in La Vergne 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 closed · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Tennessee Family Dental exists to love our community by serving our neighbors with the most advanced and aesthetic treatments at affordable prices. Our multiple locations allow us to accommodate most dental emergencies with a same-day appointment. In 2012, Tennessee Family Dental was founded by Dr. Ryan O’Neill with a “patient-first” philosophy and a mission to regularly give back to the community. Since then Tennessee Family Dental has grown to four locations and is home to…

    From Tennessee Family Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #7 Madison Square Family Dental-(Dentista)

    1925 Madison Square Blvd Suite 500, La Vergne, TN 37086, United States

    27/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for emergency dental care in La Vergne: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryEmergency careImplantsCrownsBondingCosmeticFull restoration

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Emergency and weekend dentists in La Vergne

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 Vergne?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in La Vergne?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-ray$120–$290DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee—
After-hours or weekend visit$180–$470DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee—
Emergency extraction$180–$470DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee—

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

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 Vergne emergency care dentists

We scored 8 La Vergne 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 La Vergne 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 La Vergne: frequently asked questions

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

Accelerated Dental Assisting Program of TN ranks #1 of 8 La Vergne clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. One Tree Family Dentistry ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in La Vergne, TN?

Emergency dental care in La Vergne typically costs $98–$490 USD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray $120–$290; after-hours or weekend visit $180–$470; emergency extraction $180–$470. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Vergne emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 8 La Vergne clinics offering emergency dental care lists Saturday hours, including Madison Square Family Dental-(Dentista). 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 Vergne?

8 La Vergne 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 La Vergne

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 8 clinics.