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Best Emergency Dentists in Oakland, CA (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for emergency dental care: Dentistry: UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland, ranked #1 of 56 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

  2. 22

    Best for same-day pain relief: Dr. Rosa R. Huie, DDS, emergency visits.

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56 Oakland clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 2 offer same-day or emergency visits and 15 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 8 of them.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Oakland at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Oakland at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)Same-day
1Dentistry: UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland82—Yes
2Dragon Dental73——
3Elegant Smiles Dental Center73——
4Franklin Dental Care - Oakland73——
5Lake Merritt Dental73——
6Oakland Eco Dental73——
7Urgent Dental Help675.0★ (5)—
8Asian Health Services - Dental67——
9Bay Area Dental Specialty Group67——
10Dentistry 2000 & Beyond67——

The 56 best emergency care dentists in Oakland, 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 Oakland

    #1 Dentistry: UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland

    82/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for emergency dental care in Oakland: 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 Dentistry: UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital OaklandFull profile(510) 428-3316

  4. #4 Franklin Dental Care - Oakland

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for emergency dental care in Oakland 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 Franklin Dental Care - OaklandFull profile
    In their words

    Are you looking for a dentist in Oakland, CA, or a dentist near you in surrounding locations, including Berkeley, Emeryville & Alameda? Franklin Dental Care, the dentist office near you is renowned for offering top-notch general and cosmetic dentistry services. Each dentist practicing here is a trained professional who uses the latest technology, equipment, and techniques to offer quality services to all patients.

    From Franklin Dental Care - Oakland's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 The Dental Touch Oakland

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for emergency dental care in Oakland: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at The Dental Touch OaklandFull profile(510) 285-2876
    In their words

    The Dental Touch is a full-service dental office that combines the latest technology with a family-friendly atmosphere that makes every patient feel welcome. The staff, which is led by Dr. Dennis Prat and Dr. Luis Romero, is fully trained to provide individualized care in their state-of-the-art office. Using the latest dental technology, the staff provides every member of the family with the safest and most evolved procedures available.

    From The Dental Touch Oakland's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Montclair Dental Care

    6116 Merced Ave, Oakland, CA 94611, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Wed 7 AM–3:30 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 7:30 AM–1:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Montclair Dental CareFull profile(510) 339-2792

All 56 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #56, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Total Health Dental Care53Sat · Sun
27Sherin M Yuan DDS504.6★ (11)
28Unica Dental47Sat
29Uptown Dental - Christopher Thomas D.D.S.47Sat
30TLC Dental47Evenings
31H P Dental47Sat
32Oakland CT Dental47Sat
33Laurel Smile Dentistry43Sat
34Summit Dental Care37Evenings · Sat
35East Bay Family Dentistry37
36East Oakland Health Center37
37Newbury Dental37
38Oakland Smile Dentistry37
39Daniel Nam, DDS & Associates37
40NextGen Dentistry37
41Oakland Orthodontic Specialty Center37
42Eso Dental, Allen Hoang, DDS37
43Willie Woo, DDS37
44Montclair Dental Group37
45TDL Dental Group33
46Oakland Dental Care - Danesh Bastani, DDS & Associates33
47Pacific Dental Group33
48Rockridge Dental33
49Oakland Dental Associates33
50USCG Dental33
51iSmile Dental33
52Healthy Smile Dental Care33
53Unlimited Smiles, Moheb DMD INC33
54La Clinica Fruitvale Dental27Sat
55Western Dental & Orthodontics24Sat
56Cynthia L. Cox, DDS, Inc.14

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Oakland

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 Oakland?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Oakland?
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 Oakland

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 Oakland emergency care dentists

We scored 56 Oakland 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 Oakland 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 Oakland: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Oakland?

Dentistry: UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland ranks #1 of 56 Oakland clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Dragon Dental ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

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

Emergency dental care in Oakland 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 Oakland clinics offer same-day emergency dental care?

2 of 56 Oakland clinics offering emergency dental care list same-day or emergency appointments, led by Dentistry: UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland and Dr. Rosa R. Huie, DDS. 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 Oakland emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

15 of 56 Oakland clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Dentistry: UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland, Redwood Pediatric Dentistry of Oakland and Eastlake Family Dentistry. 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 Oakland?

56 Oakland clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 15 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 8 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Oakland

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 178 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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