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Best Emergency Dentists in South Salt Lake, UT (2026)

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

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Dr. Michael Young, ranked #1 of 4 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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4 South Salt Lake 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 4 emergency care dentists in South Salt Lake at a glance

Top 4 emergency care dentists in South Salt Lake at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dr. Michael Young67
2Main Street Dental47
3Family Dental Care37
4Alpenglow Dental33

The 4 best emergency care dentists in South Salt Lake, 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 Family Dental Care

    2500 State St Suite 404, South Salt Lake, UT 84115

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for emergency dental care in South Salt Lake 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 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. #4 Alpenglow Dental

    2150 S Main St, South Salt Lake, UT 84115, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for emergency dental care in South Salt Lake 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 8 AM–4 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–4 PM · Thu closed · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    When you visit Alpenglow Dental, your smile is our top priority. Our entire team of doctors is dedicated to providing you with the personalized, gentle care that you deserve. Our commitment to serving our patients includes providing information, helping them to make more informed decisions about their oral health needs. We use state-of-the-art technology that will result in a beautiful and healthy smile that you will be proud of. Our superior oral care is personalized for…

    From Alpenglow Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Emergency and weekend dentists in South Salt Lake

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 Salt Lake?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in South Salt Lake?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-ray$120–$300DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Utah—
After-hours or weekend visit$180–$480DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Utah—
Emergency extraction$180–$480DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Utah—

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

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 Salt Lake emergency care dentists

We scored 4 South Salt Lake 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 Salt Lake 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 Salt Lake: frequently asked questions

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

Dr. Michael Young ranks #1 of 4 South Salt Lake clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Main Street Dental ranks #2 (Saturday hours). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in South Salt Lake, UT?

Emergency dental care in South Salt Lake typically costs $100–$500 USD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray $120–$300; after-hours or weekend visit $180–$480; emergency extraction $180–$480. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Utah. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Salt Lake emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 4 South Salt Lake clinics offering emergency dental care lists Saturday hours, including Main Street 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 South Salt Lake?

4 South Salt Lake 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 Salt Lake

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 5 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.