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Best Emergency Dentists in Opelousas, LA (2026)

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Auld Elizabeth DDS, ranked #1 of 13 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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13 Opelousas clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Opelousas at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Opelousas at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Auld Elizabeth DDS67
2Collins Willie F DDS67
3Dr. Harold D. Kenneny, DDS67
4Opelousas Orthodontic Lab67
5Soileau Joseph DDS67
6Bercier Family Dentistry37
7Dr Christopher E Doucet37
8Darr DeJean, DDS37
9Leon Monceret II, DDS, LLC37
10Melissa Ritter FAMILY DENTISTRY & Children's Dentistry37

The 13 best emergency care dentists in Opelousas, 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.

  6. #6 Bercier Family Dentistry

    4871 1-49 S Service Rd, Opelousas, LA 70570

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for emergency dental care in Opelousas 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–Thu 7:45 AM–4:45 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Bercier Family DentistryFull profile(337) 942-1011

  7. #7 Dr Christopher E Doucet

    1110 Ac Terrence St ste 3, Opelousas, LA 70570

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for emergency dental care in Opelousas 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–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr Christopher E DoucetFull profile(337) 942-4588

  8. #8 Darr DeJean, DDS

    1604 Kerr St # 106, Opelousas, LA 70570, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for emergency dental care in Opelousas 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–Tue 8:10 AM–5 PM · Wed 7:30 AM–1 PM · Thu 8:10 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Darr DeJean, DDSFull profile(337) 942-9233

  9. #9 Leon Monceret II, DDS, LLC

    1604 Kerr St Suite 102, Opelousas, LA 70570

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for emergency dental care in Opelousas 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–Wed 8 AM–4:30 PM · Thu 8 AM–2 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Leon Monceret II, DDS, LLCFull profile(337) 942-8576

  10. #10 Melissa Ritter FAMILY DENTISTRY & Children's Dentistry

    2362 Larkspur Ln, Opelousas, LA 70570, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for emergency dental care in Opelousas 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–Wed 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–12 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Melissa Ritter FAMILY DENTISTRY & Children's DentistryFull profile(337) 948-8253

  11. #11 Southwest Louisiana Primary Health Care Center

    8762 LA-182, Opelousas, LA 70570

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for emergency dental care in Opelousas 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 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Southwest Louisiana Primary Health Care CenterFull profile(337) 942-2005

  12. #12 Dr. Nicky DeJean Pediatric Denistry

    1604 Kerr St #101, Opelousas, LA 70570

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for emergency dental care in Opelousas 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–Thu 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Nicky DeJean Pediatric DenistryFull profile(337) 948-8253

  13. #13 Davis Bradford T DDS

    921 N Union St, Opelousas, LA 70570

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for emergency dental care in Opelousas 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–Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 8 AM–12 PM · Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Davis Bradford T DDSFull profile(337) 942-5122

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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 Opelousas?

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

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

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

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 Opelousas emergency care dentists

We scored 13 Opelousas 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 Opelousas 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 Opelousas: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Opelousas?

Auld Elizabeth DDS ranks #1 of 13 Opelousas clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Collins Willie F DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Opelousas, LA?

Emergency dental care in Opelousas 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 Louisiana. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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.

How many dentists offer emergency dental care in Opelousas?

13 Opelousas clinics list emergency dental care in our data. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Opelousas

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 13 clinics.

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