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Best Emergency Dentists in National City, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Urgent Dental Care Service, ranked #1 of 55 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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55 National City clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 15 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in National City at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in National City at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Urgent Dental Care Service78Yes
2Balgowlah Dental clinic73—
3Family Dentistry by Dr Eleanor Madrid Lumahan73—
4Hirota Misako, DMD73—
5NexGen Dentistry - Dr Yavari73—
6Smile Dental National City73—
7Dental Care67—
8California Family Care Medical67—
9Crisostomo Aurea DDS67—
10De La Fuente Riza Dental Clinic67—

The 55 best emergency care dentists in National City, 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 National City

    #1 Urgent Dental Care Service

    2344 E 8th St, National City, CA 91950

    78/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for emergency dental care in National City: emergency visits and evening hours.

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

    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Urgent Dental Care ServiceFull profile(619) 625-3177

  4. #4 Hirota Misako, DMD

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for emergency dental care in National City 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

    Book appointment at Hirota Misako, DMDFull profile
    In their words

    Established in 2010. At our office, we offer a wide range of dental services for both children and adults. Dr. Hirota, our RDA, Don and Donna, our front office staff work together to provide the finest care for our patients. We strive to provide a complete dental picture for our patients as to what procedures are necessary and the importance of returning every 6 months (or as needed) for dental maintenance. We service the communities of San Diego, National City, Chula Vista,…

    From Hirota Misako, DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  5. #5 NexGen Dentistry - Dr Yavari

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for emergency dental care in National City 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

    Book appointment at NexGen Dentistry - Dr YavariFull profile
    In their words

    Our mission is to provide high quality, personalized, and, yes FUN!, dental care in an atmosphere designed by families, for families and children. We’re wholeheartedly committed to excellence and strive to provide a dental experience driven by inclusivity, compassion, and honesty. Using the state-of-art equipment and modern treatment methods, Dr. Yavari and the team aim to ease dental fears and offer the most gentle and comfortable appointments possible.

    From NexGen Dentistry - Dr Yavari's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  6. #6 Smile Dental National City

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for emergency dental care in National City 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

    Book appointment at Smile Dental National CityFull profile
    In their words

    Our friendly team at Smile Dental National City is dedicated to providing you with a pleasant dental experience from the moment you walk through our doors. Our team of highly-trained dentists are here to ensure that you receive the best comprehensive dental care possible.

    From Smile Dental National City's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 55 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #55, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Palm Plaza Dental67
27Paradise Dental Care67
28Pascual Albert DDS67
29Tamoria Miriam DDS67
30Town & Country Dental Office: Sanford James E DDS67
31Tuazon Ferdinand A DDS67
32NC Urgent Dental Help665.0★ (1)
33New Image Dentistry: Rossana Alfonso DDS57Evenings · Sat
34Putrus Waiel DDS53Sat · Sun
35Bernardita N. Lizan, DMD47Sat
36Sunny Smile47Sat
37Myrna E Lazaga, DMD47Sat
38Graphite Dental47Sat
39Dr. Mansoureh Yavari, DDS43Sat
40Dr. Barbara P. Guzman-Marasigan, DDS43Sat
41Dr. Maritessa I. Masangya DDS, INC.43Sat
42Highland Dental43Sat
43Reyes Renato D DDS43Sat
44Sevilla Dental Care37
45Smart Dental37
46Town & Country Dental Office37
47Bayview Dental37
48Dr. Thomas Toma, DMD33
49La Maestra Community Health Centers33
50South Coast Dental33
51Hernandez and Nagal DDS33
52Beautiful Smiles Dental: Zaihly Azar Santana, DDS33
53Aileen L. Arce DDS28
54Crown Dental Group27Sat
55Western Dental & Orthodontics24Sat

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Emergency and weekend dentists in National City

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 National City?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in National City?
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 National City

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 National City emergency care dentists

We scored 55 National City 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 National City 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 National City: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in National City?

Urgent Dental Care Service ranks #1 of 55 National City clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Balgowlah Dental clinic ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in National City, CA?

Emergency dental care in National City 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.

Which National City clinics offer same-day emergency dental care?

1 of 55 National City clinics offering emergency dental care lists same-day or emergency appointments, led by Urgent Dental Care Service. 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 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 National City emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

15 of 55 National City clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Urgent Dental Care Service, Dental Care and New Image Dentistry: Rossana Alfonso DDS. 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 National City?

55 National City clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 15 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for National City

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 83 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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