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Best Emergency Dentists in Monrovia, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Dr. Eliza C. Yu, DDS, ranked #1 of 35 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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35 Monrovia clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 7 open Saturdays and 3 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Monrovia at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Monrovia at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Dr. Eliza C. Yu, DDS73—
2Maria Kim DMD73—
3Monica Muñoz, DDS73—
4OF Dental Care - Arcadia73—
5Emergency Dentist Monrovia Always Open695.0★ (1)
6CADAT67—
7Casa Dental67—
8Casa Dental: Setia Theo W DDS67—
9Dental Office67—
10Dr. Christopher Spurgeon67—

The 35 best emergency care dentists in Monrovia, 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. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for emergency dental care in Monrovia 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

    In their words

    The dental office of Dr. Maria Kim, DMD is here for you when you are in pain or need new dentist. We take our time to explain and show you options. We have family-oriented atmosphere,detail-oriented team, and cutting edge technology in your neighborhood. Dr. Maria Kim hopes that you experience the ease of modern dentistry, including general, restorative,cosmetic dentistry, and Invisalign to meet the needs of the whole family. We accept most insurances and have flexible…

    From Maria Kim DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for emergency dental care in Monrovia 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

    In their words

    Proudly Serving: Arcadia OF Dental Care offers the most advanced, state-of-the-art technology required for your dental care and our strict sterilization guidelines adhere to ADA and OSHA standards. Our dentist, Dr. Farahmand, has been practicing dentistry since 2002, offering high-quality aesthetic, general and cosmetic dentistry to patients throughout the Arcadia area.

    From OF Dental Care - Arcadia's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #18 Monrovia Modern Dentistry

    460 W Huntington Dr, Monrovia, CA 91016, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu–Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    As a Smile Generation Trusted office, we welcome you to Monrovia Modern Dentistry! 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 Monrovia dental provider with services including Teledentistry, Same-Day Dental Crowns, Boost Whitening, Oral Surgery, Wisdom…

    From Monrovia Modern Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #19 Arcadia Dental Clinic

    617 W Huntington Dr, Monrovia, CA 91016

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for emergency dental care in Monrovia: 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–Thu 11 AM–8 PM · Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #20 West Coast Dental of Monrovia

    154 West Foothill Blvd C 2a, Monrovia, CA 91016, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for emergency dental care in Monrovia: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Se habla Español. At West Coast Dental of Monrovia, we believe that a visit to the dentist should be as pleasant and stress-free as possible. That's why our dental offices were designed to keep patient comfort in mind. Whether you need to schedule a general checkup or require more extensive dental work, we will address any concerns you might have prior to treatment and answer all of your questions in a relaxed, pressure-free setting. At our dental practice, we offer: Easy…

    From West Coast Dental of Monrovia's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #21 Healthy Life Dental

    121 W Colorado Blvd, Monrovia, CA 91016, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for emergency dental care in Monrovia: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #22 Arcadia Pediatric Dental Practice & Orthodontics

    457 W Foothill Blvd, Monrovia, CA 91016

    47/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to "Arcadia Pediatric Dental Care Practice & Orthodontics". Dr. Eddie So owns this practice and provides dentistry solutions to kids. He is a professional member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the California Society of Pediatric Dentistry and the Pediatric Dental Alumni Association at USC. Dr. Eddie So was also awarded the Best of LA Pediatric Dentists and Best Pediatric Dentist Awards. Dental Treatments & Procedures offered by Dr. So, Baby Nerve…

    From Arcadia Pediatric Dental Practice & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  8. #23 Kathleen C. Hwang Orthodontics

    925 W Foothill Blvd ste a, Monrovia, CA 91016

    47/10030% of factors measured

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

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  9. #25 Foothill Dental Center

    837 W Foothill Blvd, Monrovia, CA 91016

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for emergency dental care in Monrovia 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 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Monrovia

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 Monrovia?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Monrovia?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-ray$170–$420DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
After-hours or weekend visit$250–$670DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Emergency extraction$250–$670DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—

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

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 Monrovia emergency care dentists

We scored 35 Monrovia 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 Monrovia 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 Monrovia: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Monrovia?

Dr. Eliza C. Yu, DDS ranks #1 of 35 Monrovia clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Maria Kim DMD ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Monrovia, CA?

Emergency dental care in Monrovia typically costs $140–$700 USD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray $170–$420; after-hours or weekend visit $250–$670; emergency extraction $250–$670. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Monrovia emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

7 of 35 Monrovia clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Monrovia Modern Dentistry, Arcadia Dental Clinic and West Coast Dental of Monrovia. 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 Monrovia?

35 Monrovia clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 7 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Monrovia

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 44 clinics.