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Best Emergency Dentists in Metuchen, NJ (2026)

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Test Dental Practice, ranked #1 of 25 by service score; 4.8★ from 127 Google reviews, same-day appointments, accepts Medicaid.

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25 Metuchen clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 10 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Metuchen at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Metuchen at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)SedationSame-day
1Test Dental Practice804.8★ (127)YesYes
2Emergency Dentist Metuchen73———
3Gorda Dental: Gordeev Mikhail DDS73———
4John W Ferrante DMD73———
5Park Family Dental73———
6Dentist Chen67———
7Dentistry Content Connection67———
8Dr. Andrew Chen67———
9Dr. Minah Kim67———
10Elm Court Dental Associates: Jenkins Tamesha67———

The 25 best emergency care dentists in Metuchen, 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 Metuchen

    #1 Test Dental Practice

    123 Main Street, Metuchen, NJ 08840

    80/10090% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for emergency dental care in Metuchen: 4.8★ from 127 Google reviews; same-day appointments.

    Based on reputation, review volume, access, services and profile completeness.

    • 4.8from 127 Google reviews
    • Speaks English
    • Accepts Medicaid
    • Accepting new patients
    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryEmergency careImplantsInvisalignCrownsWhiteningBondingCosmetic+1 more

    In their words

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    From Test Dental Practice's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #13 Metuchen Dental Group

    26 Bridge St, Metuchen, NJ 08840, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for emergency dental care in Metuchen: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    When it comes to the health and appearance of your smile, you can rely on the office of Metuchen Dental Group for the highest quality of care. We provide skilled, experienced treatment and offer a comprehensive range of services designed to meet the needs of every member of your family. Our goal is for every patient to enjoy the benefits of a healthy and beautiful smile. With a professional team that is trained and proficient in all areas of general, family, cosmetic, and…

    From Metuchen Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #14 George E Ludwig, DDS

    601 Main St, Metuchen, NJ 08840

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for emergency dental care in Metuchen: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 3 PM–8 PM · Thu 12 PM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #15 Metuchen Dentist: Gregory A. Kubinak DMD

    652 Middlesex Ave, Metuchen, NJ 08840

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for emergency dental care in Metuchen: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 10 AM–6 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #16 Family Dentistry: Gentile Richard D DMD

    220 Amboy Ave, Metuchen, NJ 08840

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for emergency dental care in Metuchen: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–8 PM · Tue 10 AM–2 PM · Wed 10 AM–8 PM · Thu 10 AM–6 PM · Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  6. #17 Bridgepointe Family Dentistry

    230 Bridge St, Metuchen, NJ 08840

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for emergency dental care in Metuchen: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue closed · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Bridgepointe Family Dental, our mission is to provide a pleasant and enjoyable experience that helps our patients to have a beautiful and healthy smile. We provide comprehensive dental services for our patients including, but not limited to, dental fillings, crowns, root canals, implants, wisdom tooth extractions, and Invisalign.

    From Bridgepointe Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #18 Dr. Susan Krutyansky

    450 Main St #2, Metuchen, NJ 08840, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for emergency dental care in Metuchen: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9:30 AM–7 PM · Wed 9:30 AM–9 PM · Thu 9:30 AM–6 PM · Fri 9:30 AM–9 PM · Sat 9:30 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Our office is located on Main Street in downtown Metuchen, 3-5 minutes from Metuchen train station, where the team has been practicing the art of dentistry since 1998 .Providing complete family dental services for the residents of cities, towns, and suburbs near Metuchen. We accept most major insurance plans. And, to make it a bit easier for you, we’re open 6 days a week (including evenings & weekends—Saturdays).

    From Dr. Susan Krutyansky's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  8. #19 Legacy Dental

    38 Bridge St Building A, Metuchen, NJ 08840, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for emergency dental care in Metuchen: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Our team is fully committed to providing you with the most individual attention possible. Our highly accomplished doctors practice a full scope of conservative general and cosmetic dentistry with expertise ranging from porcelain veneers to dental implants, crowns, and bridges.

    From Legacy Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  9. #20 Metuchen Dentist: Smiles on Main Street

    244 Main St, Metuchen, NJ 08840

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for emergency dental care in Metuchen: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Wed 12:30 PM–7 PM · Thu 1:15 PM–7 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–11 AM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  10. #21 Edison Dental Care

    257 Bridge St, Metuchen, NJ 08840

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for emergency dental care in Metuchen: Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue closed · Wed 10 AM–5 PM · Thu closed · Fri 10 AM–5 PM · Sat closed · Sun 10 AM–5 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  11. #22 Family Dentistry of Metuchen

    150 Middlesex Ave, Metuchen, NJ 08840

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for emergency dental care in Metuchen: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue closed · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  12. #23 Gorda Dental

    412 Main St, Metuchen, NJ 08840

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for emergency dental care in Metuchen: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 10 AM–5:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 10 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–2:03 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  13. #24 Elm Court Dental Associates

    1 Elm Ct, Metuchen, NJ 08840, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for emergency dental care in Metuchen: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5:30 PM · Wed closed · Thu 8 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  14. #25 Caesar M. Revano, D.D.S. Metuchen Dental Center

    35 Amboy Ave, Metuchen, NJ 08840, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for emergency dental care in Metuchen: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 1 PM–7:30 PM · Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Metuchen

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 Metuchen?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Metuchen?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-ray$160–$390DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—
After-hours or weekend visit$230–$620DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—
Emergency extraction$230–$620DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—

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

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 Metuchen emergency care dentists

We scored 25 Metuchen 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 Metuchen data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumMeasured
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 Metuchen: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Metuchen?

Test Dental Practice ranks #1 of 25 Metuchen clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. It has 4.8★ from 127 Google reviews and same-day appointments. Emergency Dentist Metuchen ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Metuchen, NJ?

Emergency dental care in Metuchen typically costs $130–$650 USD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray $160–$390; after-hours or weekend visit $230–$620; emergency extraction $230–$620. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Which Metuchen clinics offer same-day emergency dental care?

1 of 25 Metuchen clinics offering emergency dental care lists same-day or emergency appointments, led by Test Dental Practice. Same-day treatment depends on the diagnosis and the schedule, so call ahead to confirm before you go.

Is emergency dental care covered by insurance or Medicaid in New Jersey?

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. 1 of 25 Metuchen clinics offering emergency dental care lists Medicaid on its profile.

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 Metuchen emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

10 of 25 Metuchen clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Metuchen Dental Group, George E Ludwig, DDS and Metuchen Dentist: Gregory A. Kubinak DMD. 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 Metuchen?

25 Metuchen clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 1 lists sedation options. 10 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Metuchen

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 30 clinics.