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Best Emergency Dentists in Lexington, MA (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Quick Dental Connect, ranked #1 of 5 by service score; 5.0★ from 1 Google reviews.

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5 Lexington clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 2 open Saturdays and 1 opens after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them.

Top 5 emergency care dentists in Lexington at a glance

Top 5 emergency care dentists in Lexington at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Quick Dental Connect685.0★ (1)
2Hadar Dental LLC665.0★ (331)
3Duck Duck Tooth Pediatric Dentistry624.7★ (48)
4AppointPanda40—
5Dr. Brenda J. Nishimura, DDS17—

The 5 best emergency care dentists in Lexington, 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. #4 AppointPanda

    worcester,US 01601

    40/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for emergency dental care in Lexington on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    • Speaks English
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    AppointPanda simplifies the journey to better oral health by connecting individuals with trusted dentists in United States through one comprehensive dental portal. Built on 20 years of industry expertise, our platform helps patients discover qualified dental providers while enabling clinics to increase their online visibility, attract new patients, and grow with confidence.

    From AppointPanda's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #5 Dr. Brenda J. Nishimura, DDS

    922 Waltham St, Lexington, MA 02421, United States

    17/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for emergency dental care in Lexington 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 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryEmergency careImplantsCrownsBondingCosmeticFull restoration

    In their words

    We have been providing the art of dentistry in Lexington for over 30 years. We enjoy creating healthy smiles that look natural and compliment the patient. Our mission is to help you care for your teeth so you may enjoy them for a lifetime. We always welcome new patients and we would love to have you as part of our dental family.

    From Dr. Brenda J. Nishimura, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Lexington

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 Lexington?

Typical ranges in USD for Lexington, MA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Lexington?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-ray$160–$410DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—
After-hours or weekend visit$240–$650DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—
Emergency extraction$240–$650DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—

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

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 Lexington emergency care dentists

We scored 5 Lexington 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 Lexington 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 Lexington: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Lexington?

Quick Dental Connect ranks #1 of 5 Lexington clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. It has 5.0★ from 1 Google reviews. Hadar Dental LLC ranks #2 (5.0★ from 331 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Lexington, MA?

Emergency dental care in Lexington typically costs $135–$675 USD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray $160–$410; after-hours or weekend visit $240–$650; emergency extraction $240–$650. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Lexington emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 5 Lexington clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Hadar Dental LLC and Duck Duck Tooth Pediatric Dentistry. 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 Lexington?

5 Lexington clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Lexington

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 39 clinics.