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Best Emergency Dentists in Pacifica, CA (2026)

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

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Duy Nguyen, ranked #1 of 12 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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12 Pacifica clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 4 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Pacifica at a glance

The 12 best emergency care dentists in Pacifica, 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. #4 Shore View Dental: Ahani Hessam DDS

    731 Oceana Blvd, Pacifica, CA 94044

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for emergency dental care in Pacifica: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. #5 Kobori Marvin S DDS Family Dentistry

    1031 Terra Nova Blvd, Pacifica, CA 94044, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for emergency dental care in Pacifica: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8:45 AM–5 PM · Tue 8:45 AM–8 PM · Wed closed · Thu 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #7 Pacific Coast Dental

    1279 Linda Mar Shopping Center, Pacifica, CA 94044, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for emergency dental care in Pacifica 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 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #8 Cabrillo Family Dental Care

    669 Crespi Dr # F, Pacifica, CA 94044

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for emergency dental care in Pacifica 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 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to Cabrillo Family Dental Care, the dentist office of Drs. Ryan Henspetter and Christopher Jen Kin DDS. Our dental practice has been serving patients in Pacifica, CA since 1961. We provide general, restorative, cosmetic, and sedation dental services using state-of-the-art technology. Contact our dental office today to schedule an appointment!

    From Cabrillo Family Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #9 Dr. Ryan A. Henspetter, DMD

    669 Crespi Dr F, Pacifica, CA 94044

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for emergency dental care in Pacifica 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 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to Cabrillo Family Dental Care, the dentist office of Drs. Ryan Henspetter and Christopher Jen Kin DDS. Our dental practice has been serving patients in Pacifica, CA since 1961. We provide general, restorative, cosmetic, and sedation dental services using state-of-the-art technology. Contact our dental office today to schedule an appointment!

    From Dr. Ryan A. Henspetter, DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #10 Pacifica Orthodontics

    1301 Palmetto Ave f, Pacifica, CA 94044

    37/10030% of factors measured

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #11 Fredric Warren DDS

    325 Reina Del Mar Ave, Pacifica, CA 94044, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for emergency dental care in Pacifica 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–5 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–12 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Pacifica

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 Pacifica?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Pacifica?
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 Pacifica

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 Pacifica emergency care dentists

We scored 12 Pacifica 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 Pacifica 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 Pacifica: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Pacifica?

Duy Nguyen ranks #1 of 12 Pacifica clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Stephen Prevost ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

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

Emergency dental care in Pacifica 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.

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.

How many dentists offer emergency dental care in Pacifica?

12 Pacifica 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 Pacifica

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 12 clinics.