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Best Emergency Dentists in San Jose, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for emergency dental care: Dr. Steve Poulos Emergency Dentist San Jose 24/7, ranked #1 of 72 by service score; 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, emergency visits and evening hours.

  2. 3

    Best for same-day pain relief: Rose Garden Dental, emergency visits, 4.5★ from 35 Google reviews.

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72 San Jose clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 2 offer same-day or emergency visits and 31 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 12 of them.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in San Jose at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in San Jose at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)Same-day
1Dr. Steve Poulos Emergency Dentist San Jose 24/7753.7★ (3)Yes
2QuickCare Family Care715.0★ (7)—
3Rose Garden Dental704.5★ (35)Yes
4iSmile Dental67——
5Care Dental Center67——
6dr k dental group67——
7La Amistad Dental Office67——
8One 2 One Dental67——
9Ross Creek Dental67——
10SanJose Dental Center67——

The 72 best emergency care dentists in San Jose, 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 iSmile Dental

    556 N First St Suite 101, San Jose, CA 95112, United States

    67/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for emergency dental care in San Jose: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun 9:30 AM–5 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    iSmile Dental is a team of caring, experienced dental professionals who use only the most advanced technologies, materials & procedures & whose primary focus is on comfortable, health-centered dentistry. At our community-focused practice, your comfort & satisfaction come first. We look forward to meeting you soon & developing a relationship with you to build the bridge toward long-term trust & successful dental care. iSmile Dental invites you to see why our patients can't…

    From iSmile Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #18 Foothill Community Health Center

    242 La Pala Dr #2103, San Jose, CA 95127, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for emergency dental care in San Jose: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #20 South Bay Dental Center & Orthodontics

    2505 Berryessa Rd, San Jose, CA 95132, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for emergency dental care in San Jose: evening hours and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–4:30 PM · Tue 1 PM–6 PM · Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu closed · Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–5:30 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Our Motto says it all. "We precede Quality over Quantity" Quality of care to each individual patient, new or existing is all that we strive to do. We don't overbook purposely so each patient has Drs/Staff time and attention without having to rush and shorten appointment. Whats worse than a patient waiting at a dental office waiting to be seen for over an hour just to finally be seen and gets only 12 minutes chair time with Dr/Staff because they're rushing to seat the next…

    From South Bay Dental Center & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #21 Willow Dental Health Center

    848 S Almaden Ave, San Jose, CA 95110

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for emergency dental care in San Jose: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #24 Perfect Smile Dental Care

    4180 N First St UNIT 80, San Jose, CA 95134, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    When you visit our San Jose Dental office, your smile and oral health is our top priority. The dentists and the entire team at, Perfect Dental Care, are dedicated to providing you with the personalized, quality dental care that you deserve. By focusing on quality individual care, our staff can provide the ultimate dentistry experience for our patients. Perfect Smile Dental Care is a patient-focused practice with a full dedication to quality patient care. We offer a dynamic…

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

All 72 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #72, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Berryessa Dental Center53Evenings · Sat
27Plaza Dental Group, Douglas W. Vierra, DDS & Sharon D. Hoefling, DDS524.8★ (21)
28Optima Dental47Evenings · Sat · Sun
29Rio Dental Clinic47Sat
30AT Dental Care San Jose47Sat
31Comfort Dental Clinic47Sat
32Saratoga Healthy Smiles47Evenings
33Sandy Dental P.C.43Sat
34Evergreen Hills Dental43Sat
35Cosmo Dental Care43Sat
363 Star Dental Center43Sat
37SmileWorld Dental Clinic43Sat
38The Dental Center43Sat
39Varni Dental40
40Raman Nazari DDS40
41Dental Concepts37Evenings · Sat
42Alexian and Vista Point Dental Group37Evenings · Sat
43Premier Dental Practice37Evenings · Sat
44Excel Dental & Orthodontics37
45Willow Glen Dental Center37
46Sincere Smiles - Dental Practice of Fatima Vafai DDS, Inc37
47Cherry Blossom Dental Care : Fay Nazari, DDS37
48Hillsdale Dental Care37
49Santa Teresa Dental Center37
50The Dental Dimensions - All on 4 Dental Implants West San Jose37
51Greenview Dental Care37
52Capitol Square Dental Care37
53Advanced Dental Care34Evenings · Sat
54Manila Dental Center & Orthodontics III34Evenings · Sat
55Blossom Hill Dental Center33
56Story Dental Health Center33
57California Shine Dental - Jackson location33
58Bird Avenue Dental Care28
59Gardner Health Center28
60Hillsdale Square Medical Dental Professional28
61Western Dental Center: Walia Sumanpreet DDS28
62Canaan Dental27Sat
63Quality Dental Care27Sat
64Chic Dental Care27Sat
65Rose Park Dental27Sat
66Bay Area Community Health Center - Montpelier Clinic24Sat
67City Dental Center17
68San Jose Dental Surgery Center17
69Infinity Dental Group17
70Evergreen Valley Dental Office17
71Urgent Dentist15
72Evergreen Dental Arts14

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Emergency and weekend dentists in San Jose

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 San Jose?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in San Jose?
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 San Jose

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 San Jose emergency care dentists

We scored 72 San Jose clinics offering emergency dental care on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 3 were excluded (3 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 San Jose 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 San Jose: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in San Jose?

Dr. Steve Poulos Emergency Dentist San Jose 24/7 ranks #1 of 72 San Jose clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. It has 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews and emergency visits and evening hours. QuickCare Family Care ranks #2 (5.0★ from 7 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in San Jose, CA?

Emergency dental care in San Jose 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.

Which San Jose clinics offer same-day emergency dental care?

2 of 72 San Jose clinics offering emergency dental care list same-day or emergency appointments, led by Dr. Steve Poulos Emergency Dentist San Jose 24/7 and Rose Garden Dental. 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 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 San Jose emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

31 of 72 San Jose clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Dr. Steve Poulos Emergency Dentist San Jose 24/7, Rose Garden Dental and iSmile 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 San Jose?

72 San Jose clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 31 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 12 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for San Jose

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 635 clinics.
  2. : 3 duplicate listings merged.