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Best Emergency Dentists in Shoreline, WA (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Dr. I. Clyde Meader, ranked #1 of 47 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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47 Shoreline clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 10 open Saturdays. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Shoreline at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Shoreline at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Dr. I. Clyde Meader78Yes
2dentist zakaria north of north seattle73—
3Barizo Charmaine DDS67—
4Dr. Daniel Chang67—
5Dr. Jordan Brenner67—
6Dr. Larry V. Kuhl, DDS67—
7Dr. Michael Caparas67—
8Dr. Princeton Co67—
9Dr. Sammy Pak67—
10Lee Johnny S DDS67—

The 47 best emergency care dentists in Shoreline, 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. #16 uSmileUSA - Your New Dental Home

    735 N 185th St, Shoreline, WA 98133, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for emergency dental care in Shoreline: 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–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At uSmileUSA - Your New Dental Home dentist office in Shoreline WA, your smile is our top priority. Dr. Vivian Bennett & entire team is dedicated to providing you with the personalized, gentle care that you deserve. Part of our commitment to serving our patients includes providing information that helps them to make more informed decisions about their oral health needs.

    From uSmileUSA - Your New Dental Home's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #17 Gerald Becker DDS

    715 N 182nd St, Shoreline, WA 98133

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for emergency dental care in Shoreline: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #18 Alem Family Dental

    747 N 185th St #101, Shoreline, WA 98133

    53/10030% of factors measured

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

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #19 Ideal Dental Shoreline

    20011 Ballinger Way NE Ste B-100, Shoreline, WA 98155, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for emergency dental care in Shoreline: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Ideal Dental Shoreline, we believe that a visit to the dentist should be as pleasant and stress-free as possible. That’s why our Shoreline, WA dental office was designed to keep patient comfort in mind. Whether you need to schedule a general checkup or require more extensive dental work, we’ll address any concerns you might have prior to treatment and answer all of your questions in a relaxed, pressure‑free setting.

    From Ideal Dental Shoreline's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #20 Shoreline Kids Dentistry

    19270 Aurora Ave N #2, Shoreline, WA 98133

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for emergency dental care in Shoreline: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue closed · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu closed · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Our office provides specialized dentistry for children and adolescents in a warm, caring and "child-friendly" environment. As pediatric dentists, our 2-3 years of additional training after dental school has prepared us for the unique dental needs of each child we serve. We focus on preventive care to help each child grow a healthy smile that will last a lifetime. Our office serves infants, children, teens and children with special health care needs in Shoreline, WA including…

    From Shoreline Kids Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #22 Ballinger Dental Clinic: Khorsandi Shohreh DDS

    20036 19th Ave NE, Shoreline, WA 98155

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for emergency dental care in Shoreline: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–4 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–6:30 PM · Wed–Thu 8:30 AM–4 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #24 Dr. Kevin Lashinsky DDS

    1207 N 200th St #221, Shoreline, WA 98133, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for emergency dental care in Shoreline: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Shoreline

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 Shoreline?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Shoreline?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-ray$150–$380DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Washington—
After-hours or weekend visit$230–$600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Washington—
Emergency extraction$230–$600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Washington—

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

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 Shoreline emergency care dentists

We scored 47 Shoreline 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). 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 Shoreline 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 Shoreline: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Shoreline?

Dr. I. Clyde Meader ranks #1 of 47 Shoreline clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. dentist zakaria north of north seattle ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Shoreline, WA?

Emergency dental care in Shoreline typically costs $125–$625 USD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray $150–$380; after-hours or weekend visit $230–$600; emergency extraction $230–$600. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Washington. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Which Shoreline clinics offer same-day emergency dental care?

1 of 47 Shoreline clinics offering emergency dental care lists same-day or emergency appointments, led by Dr. I. Clyde Meader. 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 Washington?

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 Shoreline emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

10 of 47 Shoreline clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Dr. I. Clyde Meader, uSmileUSA - Your New Dental Home and Gerald Becker 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 Shoreline?

47 Shoreline clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 10 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Shoreline

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 47 clinics.
  2. : 3 duplicate listings merged.