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Best Emergency Dentists in Watauga, TX (2026)

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Dentist, ranked #1 of 10 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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10 Watauga clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 2 open Saturdays and 1 opens after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Watauga at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Watauga at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dentist67
2Dr. Tien K. Ngo, DDS67
3Together In Dental Care67
45 Star Dental47
5Next Century Dental: Hegde Rashmi DDS43
6Dr. Isaac H. Le, DDS43
7Watauga Dental Center37
8Joy Family Dental37
9Watauga Family Dentistry.37
10Dr. Kim L. Nelson, DDS37

The 10 best emergency care dentists in Watauga, 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.

  5. #5 Next Century Dental: Hegde Rashmi DDS

    7748 Denton Hwy, Watauga, TX 76148, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for emergency dental care in Watauga: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Next Century Dental: Hegde Rashmi DDSFull profile(817) 581-2100

  7. #7 Watauga Dental Center

    5920 Watauga Rd, Watauga, TX 76148

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for emergency dental care in Watauga 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–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Watauga Dental CenterFull profile(817) 485-9018
    In their words

    About Watauga Dental Center/Bryan S. Carmichael DDS John McNeff DDS Watauga Dental is a family dental practice located in Watauga, Texas, offering comprehensive dental treatments and services. We provide a pleasant experience while delivering the best dental care you need to keep your smiles beautiful and healthy. Our mission is to provide complete dental treatment and maintain your oral health for a lifetime. We understand the seriousness of dental emergencies and treat all…

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

  9. #9 Watauga Family Dentistry.

    5710 Watauga Rd, Watauga, TX 76148, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for emergency dental care in Watauga 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–5 PM · Tue 7 AM–4 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Watauga Family Dentistry.Full profile(817) 281-2061

  10. #10 Dr. Kim L. Nelson, DDS

    6751 Rufe Snow Dr, Watauga, TX 76148

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for emergency dental care in Watauga 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 9 AM–5 PM · Tue closed · Wed–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Kim L. Nelson, DDSFull profile(817) 656-8777
    In their words

    Hometown dental practice with decades of service but a newly rennovated space with all new equipment. We truly care for our patients and will always remember your name. Offering general dentistry and hygeine in a calm and caring environment. We always aim to make everyones dental experience as plesant and pain-free as possible.

    From Dr. Kim L. Nelson, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Watauga

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 Watauga?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Watauga?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-ray$120–$290DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas—
After-hours or weekend visit$180–$470DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas—
Emergency extraction$180–$470DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas—

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

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 Watauga emergency care dentists

We scored 10 Watauga 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 Watauga 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 Watauga: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Watauga?

Dentist ranks #1 of 10 Watauga clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Tien K. Ngo, DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Watauga, TX?

Emergency dental care in Watauga typically costs $98–$490 USD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray $120–$290; after-hours or weekend visit $180–$470; emergency extraction $180–$470. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Watauga emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 10 Watauga clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Next Century Dental: Hegde Rashmi DDS and Dr. Isaac H. Le, DDS. 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 Watauga?

10 Watauga clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Watauga

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 10 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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