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Best Emergency Dentists in Oxford, AL (2026)

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Dr. Mattie Bennett: Children & Teen Dental, ranked #1 of 9 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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9 Oxford clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 9 emergency care dentists in Oxford at a glance

Top 9 emergency care dentists in Oxford at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dr. Mattie Bennett: Children & Teen Dental73
2Welch Whitman L DDS67
3Kristina Hopkins-May47
4Ballard Dental37
5Children and Teen Dental of Alabama - Oxford37
6Pediatric Dental Associates Oxford37
7Aspen Dental33
8Kennedy Crandall J DDS33
9Oxford Dental Care17

The 9 best emergency care dentists in Oxford, 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 Oxford

    #1 Dr. Mattie Bennett: Children & Teen Dental

    1713 Hamric Dr E suite c, Oxford, AL 36203

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for emergency dental care in Oxford 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 Dr. Mattie Bennett: Children & Teen DentalFull profile(256) 238-9233
    In their words

    Dr. Bennett is employed by Children & Teen Dental of Alabama (Anniston). Dr. Bennett is a native of Heflin, AL and is a specialist in the dental health of infants, children and adolescents. She has a big heart for serving her community and a strong desire to create a lasting impact on her patients. Dr. Bennett is a Summa Cum Laude honor graduate of Auburn University. She then obtained a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of…

    From Dr. Mattie Bennett: Children & Teen Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  3. #3 Kristina Hopkins-May

    105 Oxford Exchange Blvd, Oxford, AL 36203, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for emergency dental care in Oxford: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Kristina Hopkins-MayFull profile(256) 676-2055
    In their words

    Kristina Hopkins-May practices in Oxford, AL for Aspen Dental. With years of valuable dental experience, Kristina Hopkins-May and the rest of the Aspen Dental team are proud to offer services like dentures, gum diseases, root canals, crowns, and bridges with the best lab technicians. To see a dentist near you book online or call anytime Monday - Friday 6:30am -11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am - 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am - 5:30pm EST. We are taking proactive steps so that patients,…

    From Kristina Hopkins-May's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  4. #4 Ballard Dental

    324 Monger St, Oxford, AL 36203

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for emergency dental care in Oxford 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 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Ballard DentalFull profile(256) 835-4777
    In their words

    Dr. Ballard and his dental team strive to provide excellent service and care. Our office is located in Oxford, Alabama and caters patients of all ages. We are a dental office devoted to restoring and enhancing the natural beauty of your smile using conservative, state of the art procedures that will result in beautiful long lasting smiles!

    From Ballard Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  5. #5 Children and Teen Dental of Alabama - Oxford

    1713 Hamric Dr E Suite C, Oxford, AL 36203

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for emergency dental care in Oxford 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 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Children and Teen Dental of Alabama - OxfordFull profile(256) 238-9233
    In their words

    At Children & Teen Dental of Alabama, our team enjoys serving the Oxford, AL community with first-class, caring dentistry. Our team wants to be a positive addition to your family's life by providing trust and confidence in dentistry. Our services include general dentistry, orthodontics, dental education, safe dental sedation and more. We're currently accepting new patients and would like to invite children, teens and parents to experience dentistry with a team who truly…

    From Children and Teen Dental of Alabama - Oxford's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  6. #6 Pediatric Dental Associates Oxford

    1409 Hamric Dr E, Oxford, AL 36203

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for emergency dental care in Oxford 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 Pediatric Dental Associates OxfordFull profile(256) 770-7520
    In their words

    At Pediatric Dental Associates, we take pride in helping our patients develop healthy, beautiful smiles. Our dentists and team of highly trained dental specialists take a comprehensive and caring approach to treating each patient, and with years of experience working with children in Birmingham, Cullman, Hoover, Pell City and Oxford we have the convenient locations combined with the skills and knowledge to make every visit to our office a fun experience for all involved –…

    From Pediatric Dental Associates Oxford's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  7. #7 Aspen Dental

    105 Oxford Exchange Blvd, Oxford, AL 36203

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for emergency dental care in Oxford 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–5:30 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aspen DentalFull profile(256) 676-2055
    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Oxford,AL offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday - Friday 6:30am -11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am - 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am - 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care environment…

    From Aspen Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Oxford

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 Oxford?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Oxford?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-ray$110–$280DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama—
After-hours or weekend visit$170–$440DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama—
Emergency extraction$170–$440DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama—

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

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 Oxford emergency care dentists

We scored 9 Oxford 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 Oxford 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 Oxford: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Oxford?

Dr. Mattie Bennett: Children & Teen Dental ranks #1 of 9 Oxford clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Welch Whitman L DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Oxford, AL?

Emergency dental care in Oxford typically costs $92–$460 USD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray $110–$280; after-hours or weekend visit $170–$440; emergency extraction $170–$440. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Oxford?

9 Oxford 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 Oxford

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 9 clinics.

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