Best Emergency Dentists in Salinas, CA (2026)

46 clinics offering emergency dental care, rankedUpdated October 21, 20260 paid placementsHow we rank →

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

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46 Salinas clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 13 open Saturdays and 9 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Salinas at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Salinas at a glance
Rank	Clinic	Service score
1	Carolyn Chang	67
2	Famiiy Dental Care	67
3	La Paz Dental Care: Kennedy Caroline I MD	67
4	Ramirez Dental	67
5	Salinas Dental Care: Cameron Soraya S DDS	67
6	Soria Julio C DDS	67
7	Pearl Dentistry	57
8	Coastal Dental Care	57
9	Dental Care of Sherwood Gardens	53
10	Salinas & Greenfield Dental: Mireles Ernesto DDS	53

The 46 best emergency care dentists in Salinas, 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.

Ranked #1 for emergency care in Salinas
#1 Carolyn Chang
1211 S Main St, Salinas, CA 93901, United States
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #1 for emergency dental care in Salinas on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Carolyn Chang Full profile (253) 863-4400
#2 Famiiy Dental Care
2021 N Main St, Salinas, CA 93906, United States
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #2 for emergency dental care in Salinas on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Famiiy Dental Care Full profile (831) 442-3224
#3 La Paz Dental Care: Kennedy Caroline I MD
559 E Alisal St # 101, Salinas, CA 93905
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #3 for emergency dental care in Salinas on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at La Paz Dental Care: Kennedy Caroline I MD Full profile (831) 757-1111
#4 Ramirez Dental
11 Maple St E, Salinas, CA 93901
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #4 for emergency dental care in Salinas on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Ramirez Dental Full profile (831) 235-8920
#5 Salinas Dental Care: Cameron Soraya S DDS
929 N Main St, Salinas, CA 93906
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #5 for emergency dental care in Salinas on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Salinas Dental Care: Cameron Soraya S DDS Full profile (831) 783-1336
#6 Soria Julio C DDS
1004 N Davis Rd, Salinas, CA 93907, United States
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #6 for emergency dental care in Salinas on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Soria Julio C DDS Full profile (831) 753-7606
#7 Pearl Dentistry
1710 N Main St, Salinas, CA 93906
57/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #7 for emergency dental care in Salinas: evening hours and Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Pearl Dentistry Full profile (831) 222-2133
#8 Coastal Dental Care
1244 N Main St, Salinas, CA 93906
57/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #8 for emergency dental care in Salinas: evening hours and Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon–Wed 12:30 PM–9 PM · Thu 9 AM–5:30 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Coastal Dental Care Full profile (831) 442-2600
#9 Dental Care of Sherwood Gardens
929 N Main St, Salinas, CA 93906, United States
53/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #9 for emergency dental care in Salinas: evening hours and Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Dental Care of Sherwood Gardens Full profile (831) 783-1336
#10 Salinas & Greenfield Dental: Mireles Ernesto DDS
608 E Boronda Rd # B, Salinas, CA 93906
53/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #10 for emergency dental care in Salinas: evening hours and Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon–Sat 8 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Salinas & Greenfield Dental: Mireles Ernesto DDS Full profile (831) 443-3524
#11 Western Dental Center: Vuppala Linga M DDS
1229 N Main St, Salinas, CA 93906
53/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #11 for emergency dental care in Salinas: evening hours and Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Western Dental Center: Vuppala Linga M DDS Full profile (831) 442-8000
#12 Diamond Dental of Salinas
1209 N Davis Rd, Salinas, CA 93907
53/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #12 for emergency dental care in Salinas: evening hours and Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon–Sat 10 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Diamond Dental of Salinas Full profile (831) 424-4111
#13 Yang Peter T DDS
41 W Romie Ln, Salinas, CA 93901, United States
53/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #13 for emergency dental care in Salinas: evening hours and Sunday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue closed · Wed 11:30 AM–8 PM · Thu closed · Fri 11:30 AM–8 PM · Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Yang Peter T DDS Full profile (831) 753-6598
#14 Crystal Dental
1542 N Sanborn Rd, Salinas, CA 93905
53/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #14 for emergency dental care in Salinas: evening hours and Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon–Tue 11 AM–7 PM · Wed closed · Thu 11 AM–7 PM · Fri closed · Sat 11 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Crystal Dental Full profile (831) 422-7500
#15 Salinas Sleep Dentist Dental Practice of Irving Chao, D.D.S., INC.
1211 S Main St, Salinas, CA 93901
47/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #15 for emergency dental care in Salinas: Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Salinas Sleep Dentist Dental Practice of Irving Chao, D.D.S., INC.Full profile (831) 273-1166
#16 Clinica de Salud del Valle de Salinas - Alvin Dental
620 E Alvin Dr # G, Salinas, CA 93906, United States
47/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #16 for emergency dental care in Salinas: Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Clinica de Salud del Valle de Salinas - Alvin Dental Full profile (831) 444-9722
#17 Western Dental & Orthodontics
921 S Main St, Salinas, CA 93901
43/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #17 for emergency dental care in Salinas: Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Western Dental & Orthodontics Full profile (831) 998-9427
In their words
We make high quality dental care convenient and affordable at our Western Dental office located near you. Our friendly and experienced dental professionals provide a wide range of family dental services including orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry and emergency dental care. Our general dentists, specialists and hygienists are all under one roof. Which means that treatment for implants, braces, or periodontal care can take place in the same office. Here, we gladly treat…
From Western Dental & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#18 Salinas Dental Health: Dr. Dennis R. Andresen, DDS
750 E Romie Ln, Salinas, CA 93901
43/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #18 for emergency dental care in Salinas: Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Salinas Dental Health: Dr. Dennis R. Andresen, DDS Full profile (831) 424-0881
#19 Dr. Grant D. Rosen, DDS
750 E Romie Ln b, Salinas, CA 93901, United States
43/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #19 for emergency dental care in Salinas: Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Dr. Grant D. Rosen, DDS Full profile (831) 424-0881
#20 City Dental
1137 N Main St A, Salinas, CA 93906
37/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #20 for emergency dental care in Salinas 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–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at City Dental Full profile (831) 753-9505
#21 Clinica De Salud Del Valle De Salinas- North Main
2180 N Main St, Salinas, CA 93906
37/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #21 for emergency dental care in Salinas 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 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Clinica De Salud Del Valle De Salinas- North Main Full profile (831) 443-2190
#22 North Salinas Dentist by Russell Cureton, DDS
620 E Alvin Dr E, Salinas, CA 93906
37/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #22 for emergency dental care in Salinas 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 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at North Salinas Dentist by Russell Cureton, DDS Full profile (831) 449-8363
In their words
Where your smile is our top priority. Dr Cureton has practiced general and cosmetic dentistry in Salinas since 1984. Every patient and every smile matters to us. We offer a general and cosmetic dental services as well as preventative and teeth whitening/cleaning. Contact us today to find out why we're the most trusted Dentist Salinas!
From North Salinas Dentist by Russell Cureton, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#23 Romie Lane Dental Group
770 E Romie Ln A-1, Salinas, CA 93901
37/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #23 for emergency dental care in Salinas 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 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Romie Lane Dental Group Full profile (831) 424-3035
#24 Romie Lane Dentist
601 E Romie Ln STE 5, Salinas, CA 93901
37/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #24 for emergency dental care in Salinas 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 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Romie Lane Dentist Full profile (831) 758-0959
#25 Sunrisas Dental Care
La Plaza Medica 224 San Jose Street, Suite 4 Second Floor, 224 San Jose St STE 3, Salinas, CA 93901, United States
37/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #25 for emergency dental care in Salinas 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–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Sunrisas Dental Care Full profile (831) 202-0440

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.

Rank	Clinic	DR Score	Evenings / weekends
26	Monterey Coast Periodontics and Implant Dentistry	37
27	Ross Family Dental	37
28	TLC Dentistry	37
29	Andres F Herrera, DDS	37
30	Harden Family Dentistry	37
31	Aparnavalli Nayudu Dds Inc	37
32	Creek Bridge Dental	37
33	Today's Dental Practice:Harshita Patel DDS	37
34	Ohana Dental Group	37
35	Jennifer L. Moran, DDS	37
36	Perfect Smile Dental	37
37	Dr. Youngrim Kim, DDS	33
38	Rakshak Dental	33
39	True Bite Oral Surgery and Implant Center	33
40	Patel Chattan M DDS	33
41	Castillo Dentistry, Inc. Salinas	33
42	Pua Chona DDS	33
43	Dr. Francisca Lida D. Rosales, DMD	33
44	Jonathan N. Kristianto DDS - Parkway Dental	27	Evenings
45	Steinbeck Country Dental Practice	24	Sat
46	Ed Hajdari, DDS	17

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Salinas

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.

Pearl Dentistry#7
Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
Evenings · Saturday
Call (831) 222-2133
Coastal Dental Care#8
Mon–Wed 12:30 PM–9 PM · Thu 9 AM–5:30 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed
Evenings · Saturday
Call (831) 442-2600
Dental Care of Sherwood Gardens#9
Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
Evenings · Saturday
Call (831) 783-1336
Salinas & Greenfield Dental: Mireles Ernesto DDS#10
Mon–Sat 8 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
Evenings · Saturday
Call (831) 443-3524
Western Dental Center: Vuppala Linga M DDS#11
Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed
Evenings · Saturday
Call (831) 442-8000
Diamond Dental of Salinas#12
Mon–Sat 10 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
Evenings · Saturday
Call (831) 424-4111

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 Salinas?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Salinas?
Type	Typical range (USD)	Basis	As of
Emergency exam and x-ray	$170–$420	DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California	—
After-hours or weekend visit	$250–$670	DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California	—
Emergency extraction	$250–$670	DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California	—

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

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
Fact	Typically
Typical visits	1 urgent visit; often a follow-up for definitive treatment
Chair time	About 30–90 minutes depending on the problem
Recovery	Depends on the treatment given; pain often eases within a day or two
When to see a specialist	When the tooth needs a complex root canal or surgical extraction, or after facial trauma

How we ranked Salinas emergency care dentists

We scored 46 Salinas clinics offering emergency dental care on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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
Factor	Weight	Computed from	In Salinas data
Reputation	45%	Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating	Not yet collected
Review volume	15%	log10(review count) against the city maximum	Not yet collected
Recency	10%	Share of reviews in the last 12 months	Not yet collected
Access	15%	Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patients	Measured
Services	10%	Services offered out of 17	Measured
Profile completeness	5%	Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photos	Measured

Emergency dental care in Salinas: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Salinas?

Carolyn Chang ranks #1 of 46 Salinas clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Famiiy Dental Care ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

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

Emergency dental care in Salinas 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 Salinas emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

13 of 46 Salinas clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Pearl Dentistry, Coastal Dental Care and Dental Care of Sherwood Gardens. 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 Salinas?

46 Salinas clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 13 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Salinas at a glance

The 46 best emergency care dentists in Salinas, ranked

#1 Carolyn Chang

#2 Famiiy Dental Care

#3 La Paz Dental Care: Kennedy Caroline I MD

#4 Ramirez Dental

#5 Salinas Dental Care: Cameron Soraya S DDS

#6 Soria Julio C DDS

#7 Pearl Dentistry

#8 Coastal Dental Care

#9 Dental Care of Sherwood Gardens

#10 Salinas & Greenfield Dental: Mireles Ernesto DDS

#11 Western Dental Center: Vuppala Linga M DDS

#12 Diamond Dental of Salinas

#13 Yang Peter T DDS

#14 Crystal Dental

#15 Salinas Sleep Dentist Dental Practice of Irving Chao, D.D.S., INC.

#16 Clinica de Salud del Valle de Salinas - Alvin Dental

#17 Western Dental & Orthodontics

#18 Salinas Dental Health: Dr. Dennis R. Andresen, DDS

#19 Dr. Grant D. Rosen, DDS

#20 City Dental

#21 Clinica De Salud Del Valle De Salinas- North Main

#22 North Salinas Dentist by Russell Cureton, DDS

#23 Romie Lane Dental Group

#24 Romie Lane Dentist

#25 Sunrisas Dental Care