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Best Emergency Dentists in North Salt Lake, UT (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Dentist Direct, ranked #1 of 4 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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4 North Salt Lake clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 4 emergency care dentists in North Salt Lake at a glance

Top 4 emergency care dentists in North Salt Lake at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dentist Direct67
2Trisha Taylor67
3Serene Dentistry of North Salt Lake47
4North Salt Lake Dental33

The 4 best emergency care dentists in North Salt Lake, 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. #3 Serene Dentistry of North Salt Lake

    761 N Redwood Rd #120, North Salt Lake, UT 84054

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for emergency dental care in North Salt Lake: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Here at Serene Dentistry of North Salt Lake, you’ll find a warm and welcoming environment and friendly people whose goal is to provide a great experience every time you visit. As a small, privately-owned dental office, we can deliver a level of personalized care and attention that is not always possible in larger dental practices. Seeing the same friendly dentist every time you visit offers a lot of benefits! You will have plenty of time to develop rapport and a comfortable…

    From Serene Dentistry of North Salt Lake's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #4 North Salt Lake Dental

    386 N Redwood Rd, North Salt Lake, UT 84054, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for emergency dental care in North Salt Lake 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 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Led by North Salt Lake dentist, Spenser Bowen, North Salt Lake Dental is a family-oriented dental that offers Invisalign, same-day crowns, cosmetic dentistry, & more! When selecting a dental practice to care for you and your family, it is important to choose a team of experienced professionals who will treat you with respect while providing a high level of care. Those are the kinds of professionals you will find at North Salt Lake Dental. To schedule an appointment, please…

    From North Salt Lake Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Emergency and weekend dentists in North Salt Lake

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 North Salt Lake?

Typical ranges in USD for North Salt Lake, UT. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does emergency dental care cost in North Salt Lake?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-ray$120–$300DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Utah—
After-hours or weekend visit$180–$480DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Utah—
Emergency extraction$180–$480DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Utah—

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

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 North Salt Lake emergency care dentists

We scored 4 North Salt Lake 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 North Salt Lake 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 North Salt Lake: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in North Salt Lake?

Dentist Direct ranks #1 of 4 North Salt Lake clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Trisha Taylor ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in North Salt Lake, UT?

Emergency dental care in North Salt Lake typically costs $100–$500 USD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray $120–$300; after-hours or weekend visit $180–$480; emergency extraction $180–$480. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Utah. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 North Salt Lake emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 4 North Salt Lake clinics offering emergency dental care lists Saturday hours, including Serene Dentistry of North Salt Lake. 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 North Salt Lake?

4 North Salt Lake clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for North Salt Lake

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 4 clinics.