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Best Emergency Dentists in Waltham, MA (2026)

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: NK Family Dentistry, ranked #1 of 45 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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45 Waltham clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 10 open Saturdays and 11 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Waltham at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Waltham at a glance
RankClinicService score
1NK Family Dentistry73
2Top Emergency Dentist73
3Wallex Dental Associates73
4Waltham Dental Center73
5Bruno Dental Care67
6Dr. Chi Sham67
7Dr. Le Zhang67
8Dr. Leila Zamani67
9Dr. Meenal Kaur67
10Dr. Robert J. Lindberg, DDS67

The 45 best emergency care dentists in Waltham, 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.

  18. #18 Dr. Damian D. Meola, DMD

    131 Main St, Waltham, MA 02453

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Damian D. Meola, DMDFull profile(781) 893-7500
    In their words

    Smile & Skin Aesthetics is a state-of-the-art dental office with highly trained and experienced dentists and staff who provide outstanding treatment in an atmosphere of comfort and care. With the most advance dental technologies available, our multi-specialty office is designed to treat patients of all ages, which enables families to have all their dental needs met in one convenient location. Along with our dental services, our office has incorporated facial aesthetic…

    From Dr. Damian D. Meola, DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  19. #19 Failla and DeFrancesco Family Dentistry

    976 Main St, Waltham, MA 02451

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for emergency dental care in Waltham: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–8 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Failla and DeFrancesco Family DentistryFull profile(781) 894-3143

  20. #20 Waltham Family Dental

    30 Grant St, Waltham, MA 02453

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for emergency dental care in Waltham: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Waltham Family DentalFull profile(781) 653-6211
    In their words

    Here at Waltham Family Dental, we are committed to making sure your dental experience is comfortable, personalized & affordable. We are part of a local tradition of clinical excellence, offering state-of-the-art services. We are conveniently located in Waltham, Massachusetts & are here for all of your dental needs. With a focus on family & cosmetic dentistry, we are happy to help you achieve a beautiful smile in our comfortable, safe & friendly environment. We look forward…

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

  21. #21 My Dental Kids & Adult Dentistry

    314 Moody St, Waltham, MA 02453

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for emergency dental care in Waltham: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at My Dental Kids & Adult DentistryFull profile(781) 398-0000

  22. #22 Dr. Eric T. Anthony, DMD

    879 Main St, Waltham, MA 02451, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for emergency dental care in Waltham: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Eric T. Anthony, DMDFull profile(781) 899-3700

  23. #23 Gham Deepali S DDS

    85 River St # 2, Waltham, MA 02453, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for emergency dental care in Waltham: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 10 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Gham Deepali S DDSFull profile(781) 891-7737

  25. #25 Martin Urban, DDS

    976 Main St, Waltham, MA 02451, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for emergency dental care in Waltham: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Martin Urban, DDSFull profile(508) 425-9640
    In their words

    Dr. Martin Urban has been involved in the dental field for over 20 years. He received a Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree in 1999 from the State University of New York at Stony Brook and then pursued additional training in periodontics and dental implants. In 2018, he became a Diplomate in the International Academy of Dental Implantology. Dr. Urban has extensive clinical experience in periodontal surgical and non-surgical procedures, surgical extractions and bone grafting…

    From Martin Urban, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 45 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #45, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Dr. Salome Farzaneh, DMD47Evenings
27Waltham Modern Dentistry47Evenings
28Nahed Lakkis47Evenings
29Advanced Waltham Dental47Sat
30Dr. Rafael Villacorta, DMD43Sat
31Sona Tacvorian, DMD43Evenings
32Children's Dental of Waltham37
33Pediatric Dental Care of Waltham37
34Yelena Gutnichenko, DMD37
35John D. Meola, DDS37
36Jeffrey S. Cummings, DMD37
3742 North Dental37
38Dr. MikhaIl Shulkin, DDS37
39Azure Dental Studio37
40Waverley Oaks Dental, Inc.37
41Aesthetic Smile Reconstruction37
42Cleft Lip and Palate Program at Waltham37
43Regis College Dental Center34
44Dental Associates of New England33
45Dr. Taejoon Ahn33

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Waltham

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 Waltham?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Waltham?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-ray$160–$410DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—
After-hours or weekend visit$240–$650DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—
Emergency extraction$240–$650DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—

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

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 Waltham emergency care dentists

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

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Waltham?

NK Family Dentistry ranks #1 of 45 Waltham clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Top Emergency Dentist ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Waltham, MA?

Emergency dental care in Waltham typically costs $135–$675 USD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray $160–$410; after-hours or weekend visit $240–$650; emergency extraction $240–$650. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Waltham emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

10 of 45 Waltham clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Dr. Damian D. Meola, DMD, Failla and DeFrancesco Family Dentistry and Waltham Family 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 Waltham?

45 Waltham clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 10 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Waltham

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 53 clinics.

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