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Best Emergency Dentists in New Bedford, MA (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Urgent Dental New Bedford, ranked #1 of 47 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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47 New Bedford clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 12 open Saturdays. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in New Bedford at a glance

The 47 best emergency care dentists in New Bedford, 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 #4 for emergency dental care in New Bedford 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

    At My Dental we are committed to deliver the most recent advances in general, cosmetic, preventive and implant dentistry with integrity, compassion and care. We use digital radiography for x-rays which means less exposure to radiation and less time spent in the dental office!!!Our crowning achievement is your perfect smile. We take time to listen and understand our patient goals to build personal relationships. The warm, cheerful personalities of our staff will keep you…

    From My Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #18 New England Dental Spec: Movafaghi Goinaz DDS

    758 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA 02745, United States

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for emergency dental care in New Bedford 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

  3. #24 Clear Coast Dental

    906 Hathaway Rd, New Bedford, MA 02740, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for emergency dental care in New Bedford: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–3 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to Clear Coast Dental! If you're living in New Bedford or a surrounding community, our skilled dentists Dr. Akbar, Dr. Luccio, and Dr. Herr are the team to visit for all your preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dental needs! Before beginning your treatment, our team makes sure that you understand the aspects of your treatment plan and confirm that it fits your budget. Our office is proud to be providing the latest in dental technologies and the most up-to-date…

    From Clear Coast Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #25 Dr. Hira Akbar

    906 Hathaway Rd, New Bedford, MA 02740

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for emergency dental care in New Bedford: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–3 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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Emergency and weekend dentists in New Bedford

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 New Bedford?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in New Bedford?
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 New Bedford

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 New Bedford emergency care dentists

We scored 47 New Bedford 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 New Bedford 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 New Bedford: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in New Bedford?

Urgent Dental New Bedford ranks #1 of 47 New Bedford clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Advanced Dental Spa ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in New Bedford, MA?

Emergency dental care in New Bedford 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.

Which New Bedford clinics offer same-day emergency dental care?

1 of 47 New Bedford clinics offering emergency dental care lists same-day or emergency appointments, led by Urgent Dental New Bedford. 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 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 New Bedford emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

12 of 47 New Bedford clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Urgent Dental New Bedford, Clear Coast Dental and Dr. Hira Akbar. 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 New Bedford?

47 New Bedford clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 12 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for New Bedford

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 55 clinics.