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Best Emergency Dentists in South Lake Tahoe, CA (2026)

40 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. Chris Cerceo, DDS, MDS, FAGD, ranked #1 of 40 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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40 South Lake Tahoe clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in South Lake Tahoe at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in South Lake Tahoe at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dr. Chris Cerceo, DDS, MDS, FAGD73
2Reid Dental Arts73
3Darin Delgado67
4De Ra Cherri67
5Doran Cheri67
6Dr. Daniel C. Martin, DDS67
7Dr. James W. Getzelman, DDS67
8Dr. Jason R. Acevedo, DDS67
9Dr. Jay Kaplan, DDS67
10Dr. Rachel Appelblatt - Tahoe Oral Surgery and Implant Center67

The 40 best emergency care dentists in South Lake Tahoe, 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.

  11. #11 Emerald Bay Dentistry: Bratton William R DDS

    1201 Emerald Bay Rd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for emergency dental care in South Lake Tahoe on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Emerald Bay Dentistry: Bratton William R DDSFull profile(530) 541-0623

  21. #21 Tahoe Family Physicians: Rosso Judith G DO

    1090 3rd St #1, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150, United States

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for emergency dental care in South Lake Tahoe on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Tahoe Family Physicians: Rosso Judith G DOFull profile(530) 542-1900

  25. #25 High Sierra Dental Care - Dr. Mireya Ortega, DDS

    1060 Ski Run Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150, United States

    40/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for emergency dental care in South Lake Tahoe 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
    Dentists
    Dr. Ortega

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at High Sierra Dental Care - Dr. Mireya Ortega, DDSFull profile(530) 541-7040
    In their words

    We Are Committed to Your Oral Health! At High Sierra Dental Care you will spend ninety percent of your appointment time with the doctor to ensure a thorough evaluation of your dental conditions and the appropriate treatment’s are provided. Our goal is to enhance your dental health. We are proud to offer you a full range of dental services and procedures, from cosmetic dentistry, pediatric dentistry, non-surgical periodontal services, oral surgery, orthodontics and minimally…

    From High Sierra Dental Care - Dr. Mireya Ortega, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 40 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #40, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Tahoe Dentist37
27Alpine Dental Care37
28Dr. Jeanie Kaufman, DDS37
29Sierra Tahoe Dental37
30Tahoe Dental Arts37
31Tahoe Valley Dental37
32Meyers Family Dentistry37
33The Smile Shop37
34Deanna M Brothers DDS37
35D'Ascoli Orthodontics33
36Donald M Yamaoka DDS33
37Jarrett Thomas a DDS33
38April Westfall28
39Endodontics Root Canals & Surgery28
40Keyser Patricia28

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Emergency and weekend dentists in South Lake Tahoe

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 South Lake Tahoe?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in South Lake Tahoe?
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 South Lake Tahoe

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 South Lake Tahoe emergency care dentists

We scored 40 South Lake Tahoe 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
FactorWeightComputed fromIn South Lake Tahoe 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 South Lake Tahoe: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in South Lake Tahoe?

Dr. Chris Cerceo, DDS, MDS, FAGD ranks #1 of 40 South Lake Tahoe clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Reid Dental Arts ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in South Lake Tahoe, CA?

Emergency dental care in South Lake Tahoe 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 South Lake Tahoe emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 40 South Lake Tahoe clinics offering emergency dental care lists Saturday hours, including Barton Community Health Center. 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 South Lake Tahoe?

40 South Lake Tahoe clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for South Lake Tahoe

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 40 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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