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Best Emergency Dentists in Plainview, TX (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Eastman Daniel D DDS, ranked #1 of 9 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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9 Plainview 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 9 emergency care dentists in Plainview at a glance

The 9 best emergency care dentists in Plainview, 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. #3 Wentz Orthodontics Plainview

    2801 W 24th St, Plainview, TX 79072

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for emergency dental care in Plainview: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Wentz Orthodontics is the leading Orthodontic Office in Plainview, TX, and the surrounding areas. We proudly offer braces, Invisalign, and other orthodontic treatment options in Plainview, TX! We offer the following services: braces Plainview TX invisalign Plainview TX orthodontist Plainview TX braces for kids Plainview TX Invisalign teen Plainview TX We proudly service the Plainview TX area and pride ourselves on offering the best orthodontist services in this area. Please…

    From Wentz Orthodontics Plainview's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #5 Plainview Family Dentistry

    2615 W 24th St, Plainview, TX 79072

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for emergency dental care in Plainview 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

    Plainview Family Dentistry is ready to help your entire family. We do pediatric dentistry, family dentistry, emergency dentistry, dentures, root canals, dental implants, teeth cleaning, and more. Our wonderful dentists are ready to take care of anything you need. Please give us a call if you have any questions. Thanks!

    From Plainview Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #6 Oliver Rusher, DDS

    700 Joliet St, Plainview, TX 79072, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for emergency dental care in Plainview 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

    In their words

    As a dentist in Plainview, Texas, our commitment to excellence has earned us a reputation as a leading practice in the community. We take great pride in maintaining a position at the forefront of the latest advances in care, and our office provides the most effective and comfortable dental services available today. Providing skilled and compassionate care, we tailor every treatment plan to suit individual needs.

    From Oliver Rusher, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #7 West Texas Dental Associates

    3109 Olton Rd Suite 302-C, Plainview, TX 79072

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for emergency dental care in Plainview 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–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #8 RHN Plainview Medical & Dental Group

    410 Canyon, Plainview, TX 79072

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for emergency dental care in Plainview 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 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  6. #9 Hodges & Hodges Orthodontics

    3200 Olton Rd # C, Plainview, TX 79072, United States

    17/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for emergency dental care in Plainview 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 dentistryEmergency careImplantsCrownsBondingCosmeticFull restoration

    In their words

    Dr. Austin Hodges and Dr. Patrick Hodges are board certified orthodontic specialists committed to creating beautiful, confident smiles throughout the Amarillo, Canyon, Plainview, and surrounding panhandle areas. At Hodges & Hodges Orthodontics our mission is to love and care for our patients and to make sure that they know their smile is our top priority. We take the responsibility as orthodontists and “Smile Creators” very seriously and it gives us great pride to be able to…

    From Hodges & Hodges Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Plainview

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 Plainview?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Plainview?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-ray$120–$290DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas—
After-hours or weekend visit$180–$470DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas—
Emergency extraction$180–$470DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas—

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

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 Plainview emergency care dentists

We scored 9 Plainview 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 Plainview 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 Plainview: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Plainview?

Eastman Daniel D DDS ranks #1 of 9 Plainview clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Mc Nutt Leann ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Plainview, TX?

Emergency dental care in Plainview typically costs $98–$490 USD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray $120–$290; after-hours or weekend visit $180–$470; emergency extraction $180–$470. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Plainview emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 9 Plainview clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Wentz Orthodontics Plainview and Familia 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 Plainview?

9 Plainview 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 Plainview

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 9 clinics.