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Best Emergency Dentists in Paterson, NJ (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Saint Joseph Medical Center Rehabilitation, ranked #1 of 45 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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45 Paterson clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 15 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Paterson at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Paterson at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Saint Joseph Medical Center Rehabilitation78Yes
2All Family Dentistry LLC67—
3Brodsky James DDS67—
4Cockey Omar DDS67—
5Cranio Associates67—
6Dr. Elana S. Wolf, DMD67—
7Dr. Gaeun Lee, DMD67—
8Dr. Gary S. Gajdos, DMD67—
9Dr. Juan J. Alvarez, DMD67—
10Dr. Marc E. Simon, DDS67—

The 45 best emergency care dentists in Paterson, 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 Paterson

    #1 Saint Joseph Medical Center Rehabilitation

    703 Main St, Paterson, NJ 07503, United States

    78/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for emergency dental care in Paterson: 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 Saint Joseph Medical Center RehabilitationFull profile(973) 754-2946

  21. #21 Park Dental

    21 Mill St Suite 3, Paterson, NJ 07501, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for emergency dental care in Paterson: Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sat 11 AM–6 PM · Sun 9 AM–1 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Park DentalFull profile(973) 742-7275
    In their words

    If you are looking for a highly trained and experienced dentist in Paterson, you have come to the right place. At our practice, you will receive the highest quality dental care. Our dental office uses the latest state-of-the-art equipment and cutting edge technology and we uphold the strictest sterilization techniques. We know that many people may feel anxious about coming to the dentist, so it is our goal to make your visit with us as pain and anxiety free as possible.

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

  22. #22 Dental PM

    175 Market St 3rd floor, Paterson, NJ 07505

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for emergency dental care in Paterson: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dental PMFull profile(973) 247-2580

  24. #24 Union Dental - Donald Pasquariello DMD

    55 Union Ave, Paterson, NJ 07502, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for emergency dental care in Paterson: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9:30 AM–7:30 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–2:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5:30 PM · Thu 9:30 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Union Dental - Donald Pasquariello DMDFull profile(973) 942-2423

  25. #25 Comfort Dental Care

    599 Broadway #1A, Paterson, NJ 07514

    53/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 9:30 AM–5 PM · Tue 9:30 AM–7 PM · Wed 1 PM–8 PM · Thu 9:30 AM–7 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Comfort Dental CareFull profile(973) 742-2610
    In their words

    Welcome to Comfort Dental Care! Dr. Jorge Bastidas is pleased to provide comprehensive dental care for you and your family by utilizing the most up-to-date dentistry possible, including a one-year dental warranty, digital X-rays, intraoral cameras, and the new CariVu™ Cavity Detection System. Dr. Jorge Bastidas has proudly provided quality dentistry in Paterson, New Jersey, and the neighboring areas of Totowa, Fair Lawn, Hawthorne, Haledon, Prospect Park, Elmwood Park,…

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

All 45 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #45, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Dental Care Center53Evenings · Sat
27Hernandez Dental Office53Evenings · Sat
28Andrew H Sorger, DDS53Evenings · Sat
29Simple Smiles Dentistry47Sat
30Paterson Dental Clinic47Sat
31Paterson Total Dental Care43Sat
32Dr. Faizul T. Khan, DDS43Sat
33Samanez Dental Clinic: Samanez Jorge DDS43Sat
34Smile Central Dental43Evenings
3521st Avenue Dental37
36Patrick Ryan, DMD37
37The Dental and Cosmetic Center33
38Veneers Teeth NJ33
39Dao Anh Cao33
40Pediatric Dentistry of Paterson33
41South Paterson Dental Group33
42Park Dental Center33
43Dr. Michael Schutzer, DDS28
44Gross Jerry DDS28
45West Broadway Dental27Sat

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Paterson

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 Paterson?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Paterson?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-ray$160–$390DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—
After-hours or weekend visit$230–$620DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—
Emergency extraction$230–$620DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—

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

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 Paterson emergency care dentists

We scored 45 Paterson clinics offering emergency dental care on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 7 were excluded (7 duplicate listings). 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 Paterson 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 Paterson: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Paterson?

Saint Joseph Medical Center Rehabilitation ranks #1 of 45 Paterson clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. All Family Dentistry LLC ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Paterson, NJ?

Emergency dental care in Paterson typically costs $130–$650 USD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray $160–$390; after-hours or weekend visit $230–$620; emergency extraction $230–$620. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Which Paterson clinics offer same-day emergency dental care?

1 of 45 Paterson clinics offering emergency dental care lists same-day or emergency appointments, led by Saint Joseph Medical Center Rehabilitation. 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 New Jersey?

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 Paterson emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

15 of 45 Paterson clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Saint Joseph Medical Center Rehabilitation, Rabah Mohammad DDS and Park Dental. 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 Paterson?

45 Paterson clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 15 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Paterson

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 50 clinics.
  2. : 7 duplicate listings merged.

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