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Best Emergency Dentists in Lake Elmo, MN (2026)

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Woodlake Orthodontics - Lake Elmo, ranked #1 of 6 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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6 Lake Elmo clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 6 emergency care dentists in Lake Elmo at a glance

The 6 best emergency care dentists in Lake Elmo, 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 Lake Elmo

    #1 Woodlake Orthodontics - Lake Elmo

    8980 Hudson Blvd, Lake Elmo, MN 55042, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for emergency dental care in Lake Elmo 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. #3 McGann Family Dental

    8981 33rd St N, Lake Elmo, MN 55042, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for emergency dental care in Lake Elmo: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 7:30 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #4 Red Oak Family Dental

    9939 Hudson Blvd N UNIT 107, Lake Elmo, MN 55042

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for emergency dental care in Lake Elmo 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–3 PM · Tue 11 AM–6 PM · Wed 12 PM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–3 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Looking for compassionate dentist and staff near Lake Elmo, MN who provide excellent care? Red Oak Family Dental is a patient centered, family focused, caring group of dental providers that offer Preventative dental care, Cosmetic dentistry procedures, Emergency dental care, Denture services, Pediatric/ Children's dentistry and general family dentistry. Dr. Katrina Leano and her team uses state of the art dental technology and equipment to help patients, diagnose and treat…

    From Red Oak Family Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #5 HealthPartners Dental Specialty Center Woodbury - Lake Elmo

    8515 Eagle Point Blvd, Lake Elmo, MN 55042

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for emergency dental care in Lake Elmo 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 7 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #6 Grace Dental

    12425 55th St N, Lake Elmo, MN 55042

    17/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for emergency dental care in Lake Elmo 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 7 AM–4 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryEmergency careImplantsCrownsBondingCosmeticFull restoration

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Lake Elmo

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 Elmo?

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

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

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

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 Elmo emergency care dentists

We scored 6 Lake Elmo 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 Lake Elmo 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 Lake Elmo: frequently asked questions

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

Woodlake Orthodontics - Lake Elmo ranks #1 of 6 Lake Elmo clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Leo I. Kupp, DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Lake Elmo, MN?

Emergency dental care in Lake Elmo 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 Minnesota. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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.

How many dentists offer emergency dental care in Lake Elmo?

6 Lake Elmo clinics list emergency dental care in our data. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Lake Elmo

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 6 clinics.