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Best Emergency Dentists in Watertown, WI (2026)

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

The short answer

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

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10 Watertown clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 5 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

The 10 best emergency care dentists in Watertown, 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. #5 Family Dental Practice

    1518 Doctors Ct, Watertown, WI 53094

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for emergency dental care in Watertown: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7 PM · Tue 7:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 7:30 AM–6 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    The Family Dental Practice team knows you have choices when it comes to your dental health and are honored you trust us. We work tirelessly to make sure you are comfortable and that we communicate everything clearly and with compassion. We want you to feel like a part of the team, and our goal is to take the best care of your oral health.

    From Family Dental Practice's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #6 Area Dental Clinic: Gibson Harry E DDS

    1149 Boughton St bldg b, Watertown, WI 53094

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for emergency dental care in Watertown: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 12 PM–7 PM · Tue–Wed 6:30 AM–1:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 6:30 AM–1:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #7 Area Dental Clinic of Watertown

    1149 Boughton St bldg b, Watertown, WI 53094, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for emergency dental care in Watertown: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 12 PM–7 PM · Tue–Wed 6:30 AM–1:30 PM · Thu 11 AM–7 PM · Fri 6:30 AM–1:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Watertown Dentist, Area Dental Clinic, is an experienced general dental practice with a focus on providing excellent personalized care to patients from the Watertown area. We utilize modern technology and advanced techniques to ensure your treatment is efficient, effective, and comfortable. Dr. Jarrod Thomas and our compassionate team are welcoming new patients to our convenient Watertown dental office. Our dentistry services include: Preventive dentistry Restorative…

    From Area Dental Clinic of Watertown's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #8 Riverside Dental of Watertown

    1521 Doctors Ct, Watertown, WI 53094

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for emergency dental care in Watertown: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–3 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Watertown Dentist, Riverside Dental, is an experienced general dental practice with a focus on providing excellent personalized care to patients from the Watertown area. We utilize modern technology and advanced techniques to ensure your treatment is efficient, effective, and comfortable. Dr. Meade and Dr. Groh and our compassionate team are welcoming new patients to our convenient Watertown dental office. Our dentistry services include: Preventive dentistry Restorative…

    From Riverside Dental of Watertown's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #9 Family Dental Practice: Buchholtz William A DDS

    1518 Doctors Ct, Watertown, WI 53094, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for emergency dental care in Watertown: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7 PM · Tue 7:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 7:30 AM–6 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  6. #10 Midwest Dental

    101 Oakridge Ct, Watertown, WI 53094, United States

    14/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for emergency dental care in Watertown 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–Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryEmergency careImplantsCrownsBondingCosmeticFull restoration

    In their words

    The Midwest Dental Watertown team includes the most qualified dentists and specialists right near you. They are here to provide you and your family with quality and affordable dental services. Beyond a routine dental check-up or teeth cleaning, the expert dental team offers wisdom teeth extractions, teeth whitening, dental crowns, root canals, and more. Whether it's a toothache or a dental emergency - relief is only a visit away. We’re your Watertown neighborhood dentist.

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

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Watertown

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 Watertown?

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

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

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

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 Watertown emergency care dentists

We scored 10 Watertown 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 Watertown 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 Watertown: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Watertown?

Johnson R Scott Dr ranks #1 of 10 Watertown clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Damrow Tani ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Watertown, WI?

Emergency dental care in Watertown 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 Wisconsin. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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.

How many dentists offer emergency dental care in Watertown?

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

Update log for Watertown

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 10 clinics.