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Best Emergency Dentists in Sydney, NS (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Cape Breton Regional Hospital (CBRH ), ranked #1 of 19 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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19 Sydney clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 3 open Saturdays. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Sydney at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Sydney at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Cape Breton Regional Hospital (CBRH )82Yes
2Alexandra Street Dental73—
3Sydney Denture Clinic73—
4docbraces Sydney67—
5Dr Hall's Medical Clinic67—
6Dr. Stanley M Jacobson67—
7Emanuele Andrew F Dr67—
8Marident Dental67—
9Mayflower Dental57—
10higi47—

The 19 best emergency care dentists in Sydney, 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. Ranked #1 for emergency care in Sydney

    #1 Cape Breton Regional Hospital (CBRH )

    1482 George St, Sydney, NS B1P 1P3, Canada

    82/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for emergency dental care in Sydney: emergency visits and evening hours.

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

    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. #2 Alexandra Street Dental

    800 Alexandra St, Sydney, NS B1S 2H8, Canada

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for emergency dental care in Sydney 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

    In their words

    Alexandra Street Dental is your Family-friendly Dentist in Sydney and we welcome you and your family to visit us. Our dedicated team is happy to support, maintain or create a healthy smile. We offer a wide range of dental services and customized treatment plans to suit your oral health needs. We look forward to welcoming you to the Mayflower Dental family. We provide Dentist and emergency dental services, with an overall focus on dental services for the whole family…

    From Alexandra Street Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #12 Downtown Dental

    276 Charlotte St, Sydney, NS B1P 1C7, Canada

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for emergency dental care in Sydney: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    The Cape Breton Dental Group promotes regular check-ups and cleanings because they do more than just keep your teeth nice and white. Visiting the dentist regularly ensures that you have the best chance at keeping your mouth and body the healthiest it can be. Preventing cavities, tracking tooth movement, and discovering oral cancer before it happens are all things that regular dental visits can help you accomplish. If you haven’t been to your dentist in a while, it might be…

    From Downtown Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #13 Dr Kevin Burns

    264 Prince St, Sydney, NS B1P 5K6, Canada

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for emergency dental care in Sydney: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–4:30 PM · Wed 8 AM–7 PM · Thu 8 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #14 Sydney Family Dental Centre

    627 George St, Sydney, NS B1P 1L1, Canada

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for emergency dental care in Sydney 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 8 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Sydney Family Dental Centre is a locally-owned general dentistry clinic in downtown Sydney, Nova Scotia. We can help you achieve excellence in oral health and confidence in your smile by providing quality dentistry in a relaxed and comfortable setting. Our team provides a large variety of dental treatments to our patients, from routine care to dental implants. Emergency services are also available.

    From Sydney Family Dental Centre's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #15 Sydney Periodontics and Dental Implants

    1148 Kings Rd, Sydney, NS B1S 1C9, Canada

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for emergency dental care in Sydney 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 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #16 Westmount Dental Clinic

    707 Westmount Rd, Sydney, NS B1R 1B5, Canada

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for emergency dental care in Sydney 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 dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  8. #17 MacLeod's Denture Clinic

    428 George St, Sydney, NS B1P 1K3, Canada

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for emergency dental care in Sydney 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–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  9. #18 Dr. Anne Ready

    79 Byng Av, Sydney, NS B1P 5C1, Canada

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for emergency dental care in Sydney 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–Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Sydney

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 Sydney?

Typical ranges in CAD for Sydney, NS. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Sydney?
TypeTypical range (CAD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-rayCA$150–CA$370DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Nova Scotia—
After-hours or weekend visitCA$220–CA$590DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Nova Scotia—
Emergency extractionCA$220–CA$590DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Nova Scotia—

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

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 Sydney emergency care dentists

We scored 19 Sydney clinics offering emergency dental care on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Sydney 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 Sydney: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Sydney?

Cape Breton Regional Hospital (CBRH ) ranks #1 of 19 Sydney clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Alexandra Street Dental ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Sydney, NS?

Emergency dental care in Sydney typically costs CA$122–CA$610 CAD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray CA$150–CA$370; after-hours or weekend visit CA$220–CA$590; emergency extraction CA$220–CA$590. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Nova Scotia. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Which Sydney clinics offer same-day emergency dental care?

1 of 19 Sydney clinics offering emergency dental care lists same-day or emergency appointments, led by Cape Breton Regional Hospital (CBRH ). Same-day treatment depends on the diagnosis and the schedule, so call ahead to confirm before you go.

Is emergency dental care covered by CDCP or insurance in Nova Scotia?

The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) covers emergency exams and many urgent treatments for eligible residents. A co-payment may apply depending on family income. Call the clinic to confirm it accepts CDCP for emergency visits.

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 Sydney emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 19 Sydney clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Cape Breton Regional Hospital (CBRH ), Mayflower Dental and higi. 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 Sydney?

19 Sydney clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Sydney

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 22 clinics.