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Best Emergency Dentists in Waipahu, HI (2026)

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

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Innovative Endodontics, ranked #1 of 19 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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19 Waipahu clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 9 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Waipahu at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Waipahu at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Innovative Endodontics73—
2Asato Todd DDS67—
3Chadron Araki67—
4Dr. Edith Oamil-Pacho67—
5Edward K Higa Inc67—
6Gentle Touch Dental Care67—
7Keiki Smiles of Leeward624.9★ (33)
8Jason H. Ikeno, DDS47—
9Smile Dental Center Inc.47—
10Premier Dental Group HI - Waipahu47—

The 19 best emergency care dentists in Waipahu, 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. #10 Premier Dental Group HI - Waipahu

    94-801 Farrington Hwy suite 202, Waipahu, HI 96797

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for emergency dental care in Waipahu: Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. #11 Mill Town Dental Clinic LLC

    94-428 Mokuola St Ste 104, Waipahu, HI 96797

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for emergency dental care in Waipahu: Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #12 Lisa Valderueda, D.M.D., Inc

    94-229 Waipahu Depot St, Waipahu, HI 96797

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for emergency dental care in Waipahu: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–6 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–4 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–6 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–12 PM · Sat 7 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #13 Royal Kunia Dental Inc

    94-673 Kupuohi St Ste C102, Waipahu, HI 96797

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for emergency dental care in Waipahu: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu closed · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #14 SUNSHINE DENTAL CENTER, LLC

    94-748 Hikimoe St Suite D/E, Waipahu, HI 96797

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for emergency dental care in Waipahu: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Thu 9:30 AM–4:30 PM · Fri closed · Sat 9:30 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Sunshine Dental Center LLC is a dental practice located in Kalihi and Waipahu. We offer Dentures, Same Day Crowns and Bridges, Extractions, Root Canals, Teeth Cleaning, Braces and much more! We take new patients and walk-in appointments. Our dentist and many of our staff are fluent in Filipino. Let us help you make your smile the best it can be!

    From SUNSHINE DENTAL CENTER, LLC's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #16 The Smiling Place

    94-615 Kupuohi St #206, Waipahu, HI 96797

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for emergency dental care in Waipahu: Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #17 Dr. Tina Mukai, DDS

    94-801 Farrington Hwy # 202, Waipahu, HI 96797

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for emergency dental care in Waipahu 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. #18 Marcos Corpuz Inc

    94-239 Waipahu Depot St # 212, Waipahu, HI 96797

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for emergency dental care in Waipahu 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

  9. #19 Hawaii Dental Clinic - Waipahu

    94-050 Farrington Highway E1, #2, Waipahu, HI 96797

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for emergency dental care in Waipahu 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 8 AM–5 PM · Thu–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Hawaii Dental Clinic - Waipahu is a comprehensive family dental practice serving the Waipahu community. Hawaii Dental Clinic has been owned and operated by a hui of local dentists since its founding in 1982. Our doctors and staff look forward to providing high quality dental care to kama'aina and visitors at all of our locations.

    From Hawaii Dental Clinic - Waipahu's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Waipahu

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 Waipahu?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Waipahu?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-ray$180–$450DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Hawaii—
After-hours or weekend visit$270–$720DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Hawaii—
Emergency extraction$270–$720DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Hawaii—

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

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 Waipahu emergency care dentists

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

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Waipahu?

Innovative Endodontics ranks #1 of 19 Waipahu clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Asato Todd DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Waipahu, HI?

Emergency dental care in Waipahu typically costs $150–$750 USD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray $180–$450; after-hours or weekend visit $270–$720; emergency extraction $270–$720. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Hawaii. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Waipahu emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

9 of 19 Waipahu clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Jason H. Ikeno, DDS, Smile Dental Center Inc. and Premier Dental Group HI - Waipahu. 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 Waipahu?

19 Waipahu clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 9 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Waipahu

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 35 clinics.
  2. : 5 duplicate listings merged.