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Best Emergency Dentists in Palm Springs, CA (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: American Academy-Pediatric, ranked #1 of 46 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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46 Palm Springs clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 2 open Saturdays. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Palm Springs at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Palm Springs at a glance
RankClinicService score
1American Academy-Pediatric67
2Babao Lilibeth L DDS67
3Charlene Narita67
4Daniel R Keller Inc: Keller Daniel R DDS67
5Dr. Fadi Bitar, DDS67
6Dr. Lauren Gutenberg67
7Dr. Marcelo Toledo67
8Dr. Peter Abude67
9Dr. Ramon Sumabat, DDS67
10Dr. Robert L. Bass, DDS67

The 46 best emergency care dentists in Palm Springs, 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 Palm Springs

    #1 American Academy-Pediatric

    490 S Farrell Dr STE C101, Palm Springs, CA 92262, United States

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for emergency dental care in Palm Springs 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 American Academy-PediatricFull profile(760) 320-7621

  21. #21 Sunrise Dental Office: Macmorran William Sco MD

    1717 E Vista Chino, Palm Springs, CA 92262, United States

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for emergency dental care in Palm Springs 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 Sunrise Dental Office: Macmorran William Sco MDFull profile(760) 416-0833

  23. #23 Gentle Dental Desert Dental

    1111 E Tahquitz Canyon Way Ste 210, Palm Springs, CA 92262, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for emergency dental care in Palm Springs: Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Gentle Dental Desert DentalFull profile(760) 513-6032
    In their words

    For high-quality and affordable dental care, turn to Gentle Dental Desert Dental in Palm Springs, CA. Our dentist is equipped to handle personalized family services. When you visit our office, you'll be greeted by a friendly, helpful staff. To set your mind at ease, our professionals will go over your treatment in detail so that there are no surprises later. We believe in open communication and treating each patient with respect and compassion.

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

All 46 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #46, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Affinity Dentistry Inc37
27Tahquitz Dental Group37
28Palm Springs Family & Cosmetic Dentistry37
29SoCal Dentistry37
30Steven J. Niethamer37
31The Pediatric Dentists37
32Harmony Dental Practice37
33Jay Jorgensen, DDS37
34Dr. Dennis J. Norheim DDS37
35Joseph B. Godinez DDS Inc37
36Palm Springs Community Health Center33
37Dr. Craig Lake33
38John H Lake DDS33
39Dr. Armound Mahmoudi33
40Clapper Michael J DDS33
41Dental Implant Treatment Center17
42Palm Springs Modern Dentistry17
43Palm Canyon Dental Office17
44Palm Springs Dentistry17
45Harmony Dental Practice: Richard D. Ko DDS17
46Lake Dental Plaza14

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Palm Springs

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 Palm Springs?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Palm Springs?
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 Palm Springs

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 Palm Springs emergency care dentists

We scored 46 Palm Springs clinics offering emergency dental care on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 6 were excluded (6 duplicate listings). 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 Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Palm Springs?

American Academy-Pediatric ranks #1 of 46 Palm Springs clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Babao Lilibeth L DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Palm Springs, CA?

Emergency dental care in Palm Springs 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.

Which Palm Springs emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 46 Palm Springs clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Gentle Dental Desert Dental and Dr. William Juarez, DDS. 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 Palm Springs?

46 Palm Springs clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Palm Springs

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 46 clinics.
  2. : 6 duplicate listings merged.

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