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Best Emergency Dentists in Lake Charles, LA (2026)

18 clinics offering emergency dental care, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Seale Family Dentistry, ranked #1 of 18 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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18 Lake Charles clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays and 2 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 4 of them.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Lake Charles at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Lake Charles at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Seale Family Dentistry73—
2Claudel Family Dentistry664.9★ (147)
3Sanders Pediatric Dentistry645.0★ (1,092)
4Renewed Family Dental625.0★ (337)
5Rapid Emergency Dental565.0★ (1)
6Taylor Dental47—
7Aspen Dental43—
8Southwest La Center For Health Services: Varghese Seema M DDS43—
9Dentists of Lake Charles37—
10Oak Park Dental Family Dentistry & Specialty Practice37—

The 18 best emergency care dentists in Lake Charles, 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. #6 Taylor Dental

    2706 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA 70601, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for emergency dental care in Lake Charles: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Taylor Dental serves the local Lake Charles, LA community with a friendly and professional dental team to make dental visits simple and stress-free for patients of all ages.We accept most types of insurance and offer convenient payment options. Ask about our Resolution Dental Plan, which can save your family over $1,000 per year in dental needs!

    From Taylor Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #7 Aspen Dental

    3411 Nelson Rd Ste 100, Lake Charles, LA 70605, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for emergency dental care in Lake Charles: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Lake Charles,LA offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care…

    From Aspen Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #8 Southwest La Center For Health Services: Varghese Seema M DDS

    2000 Opelousas St, Lake Charles, LA 70601

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for emergency dental care in Lake Charles: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #9 Dentists of Lake Charles

    4750 Nelson Rd Ste 100, Lake Charles, LA 70605, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for emergency dental care in Lake Charles 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 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    As a Smile Generation Trusted office, we welcome you to Dentists of Lake Charles! With state-of-the-art infection control procedures in place, our #1 goal is to keep you and your family safe. We provide comprehensive specialty services with advanced, proven technology and offer customized financial solutions for you. We are proud to be your complete Lake Charles dental provider with services including Teledentistry, Same-Day Dental Crowns, Boost Whitening, Oral Surgery,…

    From Dentists of Lake Charles's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #10 Oak Park Dental Family Dentistry & Specialty Practice

    1616 W McNeese St, Lake Charles, LA 70605

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for emergency dental care in Lake Charles 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–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Oak Park Dental Family Dentistry & Specialty Practice is locally owned and was opened in 1970 in Lake Charles, LA by Dr. Harry Castle. We provide your entire family's dental needs all under one roof. We offer general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry. emergency dentistry and orthodontic treatment. Our doctors have the advanced training and technology to give you the best smile. A day at the "Park" will make you Smile!

    From Oak Park Dental Family Dentistry & Specialty Practice's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #11 Lake Area Dentistry

    700 W McNeese St, Lake Charles, LA 70605

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for emergency dental care in Lake Charles 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–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Lake Area Dentistry in Lake Charles is led by Dr. Jeffery Hennigan. Our office offers general, cosmetic, and restorative dental procedures including dentures, dental crowns, dental implants, & more. At Lake Area Dentistry we serve people from Lake Charles, DeQuincy, Carlyss, Kinder and throughout Louisiana. Our dentists offer personalized treatment plans because we understand that every individual has unique needs. Our gentle approach to dental care helps all patients feel…

    From Lake Area Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #12 Scott M. Hannaman DDS

    1540 Country Club Rd, Lake Charles, LA 70605

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for emergency dental care in Lake Charles 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–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  8. #13 Acadian Dental

    1702 Oak Park Blvd, Lake Charles, LA 70601, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for emergency dental care in Lake Charles 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–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Acadian Dental, your smile is our passion. Your smile is one of the first things people notice and if you want a beautiful healthy smile and exceptional dental health, Acadian Dental and their caring team strive to provide patients in Lake Charles, LA, the highest quality, most comfortable dental care in a relaxing and state-of-the-art environment.

    From Acadian Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  9. #14 Lake Dental - Jon A. Feerick DDS

    3000 Lake St, Lake Charles, LA 70601, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for emergency dental care in Lake Charles 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–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dear valued patients of Lake Dental, Dr. Jon has been vigilantly following the news coverage on Covid19. In these difficult times we are committed to keep you healthy and take care of all your essential dental needs only. As per national recommendations, we will reschedule all non-essential dental care procedures. Dr. Jon will be in the office Monday through Wednesday to handle any unexpected dental needs should they arise during this time of crisis. We are committed to our…

    From Lake Dental - Jon A. Feerick DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  10. #15 Lake Charles Oral Surgery Specialists

    1624 Wolf Cir, Lake Charles, LA 70605, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for emergency dental care in Lake Charles 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 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Our goal is to exceed your expectations in everything that we do. We want the barriers of uncertainty, inconvenience, trust, & fear to be nothing more than an experience of the past. The importance of discussion of all options of therapy, prior to treating you with cutting edge surgical technology by experienced clinicians & Board Certified Surgeons cannot be overstated. As a result, our experienced staff has undergone expanded duty training, and we have at least two…

    From Lake Charles Oral Surgery Specialists's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  11. #16 Calcasieu Dental Care

    4459 Nelson Rd Suite 120, Lake Charles, LA 70605

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for emergency dental care in Lake Charles 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 9 AM–4 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    As trained medical professionals, our dedication to maintaining a safe environment through rigorous infection control procedures is at our core. We know that moving forward our commitment to your safety will be even more important. While continuing to meet traditional CDC and OSHA requirements, we are adopting some new, additional protocols. For example, we might wear additional PPE, request you wear a mask to your appointment, or take your temperature upon arrival.

    From Calcasieu Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  12. #17 Robinson Dental Group - Lake Charles

    2629 Country Club Rd, Lake Charles, LA 70605, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for emergency dental care in Lake Charles 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 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Robinson Dental Group is a family dentistry practice in Lake Charles and Moss Bluff offering sedation, pro-whitening, Botox, dermal fillers and more. Come see us for fast, friendly dental care. A full-service preventive dental care that offers a variety of services including cleaning, exams, extraction, replacement and cosmetic procedures. Comprehensive dental care - prevention. Restorative, sedation and cosmetic treatment

    From Robinson Dental Group - Lake Charles's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  13. #18 Lake Charles Family Dental

    1530 E McNeese St, Lake Charles, LA 70607

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for emergency dental care in Lake Charles 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–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Lake Charles

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 Lake Charles?

Typical ranges in USD for Lake Charles, LA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

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

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

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 Lake Charles emergency care dentists

We scored 18 Lake Charles clinics offering emergency dental care on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Lake Charles 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 Lake Charles: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Lake Charles?

Seale Family Dentistry ranks #1 of 18 Lake Charles clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Claudel Family Dentistry ranks #2 (4.9★ from 147 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Lake Charles, LA?

Emergency dental care in Lake Charles 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 Louisiana. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Lake Charles emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 18 Lake Charles clinics offering emergency dental care lists Saturday hours, including Taylor Dental. 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 Lake Charles?

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

Update log for Lake Charles

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 67 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.