Top 10 Emergency Dentists in Denver Colorado

Compare Denver-area clinics on reviews, service fit, insurance, and booking convenience.

Reviewed July 30, 2026Ranking recomputed July 1, 20263 clinicsDr Maqsud Mallick, BDSHow we rank

Quick Answer

Which clinic looks strongest at a glance?

We prioritize local relevance, review strength, service breadth, access, price clarity, and patient experience signals.

At A Glance

  • Emergency Dental of Denver is the strongest overall starting point in Denver if you want a dependable option for emergency dentistry.
  • Lowry Main Street Dental has the deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page — useful when you want the most established track record before narrowing.
  • Open and Affordable Dental Denver South is a stronger first look if weekend availability matters more than weekday convenience.

Quick Summary

3 clinics scored on this page

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Smyleee Ratings are editorial signals based on reviews, quality of care, and patient feedback. Close scores should be treated as broadly comparable.

Emergency Dentists Costs in Denver, Colorado (2026)

Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan

ProcedureTypical Cost
Emergency exam & diagnosis$100 – $300
Emergency tooth extraction$200 – $600
Temporary filling$100 – $250
Abscess drainage$150 – $500
Re-cementation of crown$100 – $300
Emergency root canal$800 – $1,500
After-hours surcharge$50 – $200

Price ranges reflect typical Denver, Colorado pricing as of 2026. Actual costs vary by provider, complexity, and insurance coverage. Contact clinics directly for personalized quotes.

Prices verified Jul 30, 2026

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Top Clinics in Denver Proper

Only clinics physically located in Denver appear in this primary ranking.

1

Emergency Dental of Denver

4.8(2.1k)·4.2 km from Denver Downtown
85Smyleee

200, 4200, East 8th Avenue, East, Denver, Colorado

Closed · Opens today at 9 AM

Documented for emergency dentistry in Denver, with emergency dentistry on the service list and 1 procedures on file.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency Dental of Denver is a general-dentistry practice set up for the everyday work most patients actually need, located on East 8th Avenue in Denver. The practice also handles after-hours emergency dental visits for cracked teeth or sudden pain when patients need them, alongside the routine preventive work.

Services:Emergency Dentistry
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 85/1004.8★ · 2.1k reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.8★ Google rating across 2,060 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 85/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 85/100 · 4.8★ · 2.1k reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 17, 2026
2

Lowry Main Street Dental

4.7(1k)·7.4 km from Denver Downtown
95Smyleee

Building 500, Unit 105, 200, Quebec Street, East, Denver, Colorado

Closed · Opens Monday at 9 AM

Pediatric Dentistry focus in Denver, with emergency dentistry listed among 16 documented services.

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Lowry is a general-dentistry practice set up for the everyday work most patients actually need, located on Quebec Street in Denver. The clinic is built around the day-to-day work — not boutique marketing — and serves adults and kids in one familiar place. The shape of the practice fits patients who want a clear conversation about what's actually needed, with treatment staged around real priorities rather than a one-shot proposal on the first visit. If you're scoping a Denver dental option, this is a sensible practice to put on a short list of candidates and book a first visit with. First-visit logistics typically include a short paperwork window, a baseline cleaning, and a treatment-plan discussion before anything restorative is started, so patients leave with a clear picture of next steps.

Service coverage spans the standard general-dentistry breadth: routine cleanings and exams, tooth-colored fillings, crowns and bridges, root canal treatment, basic extractions, and gum-disease management. The practice also handles in-office whitening for a cosmetic refresh when patients need them, alongside the routine preventive work. Restorations lean conservative — composite material rather than amalgam — and most needs are kept in-house, with specialty referrals reserved for cases that genuinely call for them rather than offered up front. First-visit logistics typically include a short paperwork window, a baseline cleaning, and a treatment-plan discussion before anything restorative is started, so patients leave with a clear picture of next steps.

If you're choosing a long-term general dentist rather than a one-off appointment, this is a practice set up for ongoing patient relationships.

Cost positioning sits in the typical Denver general-dentistry range, with most major insurance plans accepted and clear pretreatment estimates before restorative work begins. Patients searching for general dentistry in Denver, CO, long-time family dentist in Denver, CO, or dentist accepting new patients in Denver, CO commonly land at neighborhood practices like this one — generalists rather than narrow specialty offices. It suits families wanting consistency over many years, patients who value predictable scheduling, and anyone who'd rather have one trusted dentist see the same teeth across decades than rotate through a corporate group practice. The Denver location works for patients already running errands in this part of Denver, and parking and transit access tend to be straightforward for the surrounding blocks. First-visit logistics typically include a short paperwork window, a baseline cleaning, and a treatment-plan discussion before anything restorative is started, so patients leave with a clear picture of next steps. First-visit logistics typically include a short paperwork window, a baseline cleaning, and a treatment-plan discussion before anything restorative is started, so patients leave with a clear picture of next steps.

Services:Emergency DentistryChildren / Pediatric DentistryCosmetic DentistryCrowns & Bridges+12 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 95/1004.7★ · 1k reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.7★ Google rating across 1,003 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 95/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 95/100 · 4.7★ · 1k reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published16 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 17, 2026
3

Open and Affordable Dental Denver South

4.9(443)·10 km from Denver Downtown
74Smyleee

3540 S Poplar St Ste 301, Denver, Colorado

Closed · Opens today at 7:30 AM

Denver clinic with a cosmetic dentistry specialty — Emergency Dentistry is on file among 5 procedures.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Whether you need routine cleanings, fillings, extractions, dentures, or emergency care, our experienced team offers comprehensive services for the whole family—all at prices you can afford.

Services:Emergency DentistryAffordable Dental CareFamily Dental CareGeneral Dentistry+1 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry4.9★ · 443 reviews5 languages
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry and 4.9★ Google rating across 443 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · 4.9★ · 443 reviews · 5 languages
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published5 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jun 15, 2026

Side-by-Side Comparison

Hard signals for every emergency dentistry provider on this list — no opinions, just verifiable data.

#ClinicSmyleeeGoogleWkndIns.Fin.Offers
Emergency Dentistry
1Emergency Dental of Denver854.8(2,060)
2Lowry Main Street Dental954.7(1,003)
3Open and Affordable Dental Denver South744.9(443)

Smyleee Rating bands: 90+ Outstanding · 84–89 Excellent · 71–83 Very Good · 61–70 Good · below 61 Rated.

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How to Choose a Dentist in Denver

Use the ranking as a starting point, then narrow the shortlist based on the kind of care you actually need.

If you want routine or family care

Prioritize review consistency, insurance friendliness, practical hours, and a broad general-dentistry service mix over marketing language alone.

If urgency matters

Confirm same-day capacity, after-hours guidance, and whether the clinic handles urgent restorative work in-house or refers out.

If affordability matters most

Compare financing signals, insurance notes, and the local cost guide. A higher-ranked clinic is not automatically the best value for your specific treatment.

Questions to ask before booking

  • Do you accept my insurance or offer payment plans?
  • Are you taking new patients right now?
  • Do you handle my treatment in-house?
  • What is the total expected cost before treatment starts?
EditorialUpdated July 30, 2026Independently reviewed

Denver has no shortage of dental providers — a quick search pulls up hundreds. The challenge isn't finding one, it's figuring out which ones actually deliver. We spent time reviewing patient outcomes, checking credentials, comparing pricing, and analyzing feedback from patients who've had emergency dentists work done across the Denver metro area.

This is the short list. Ten providers in Denver, Colorado that consistently showed up in the data — not because they paid to be here, but because their patients keep coming back and referring others. If you're weighing options for emergency dentists in Denver, start here.

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud MallickBDS

Frequently Asked Questions

8 questions answered by our editorial team

In Denver, emergency exam & diagnosis typically cost $100 – $300, based on Smyleee's August 2026 local price data. Actual cost varies by provider, materials, and case complexity.
An emergency root canal in Denver typically ranges $800 – $1,500 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
An emergency tooth extraction in Denver typically ranges $200 – $600 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A temporary filling in Denver typically ranges $100 – $250 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
Smyleee ranks Denver emergency dentistry clinics on a weighted score: verified patient reviews (30%), clinical credentials and expertise (20%), technology and equipment (15%), accessibility (15%), pricing transparency (10%), and patient experience (10%). The list is recomputed from current data and independently reviewed by Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS.
The ranking is recalculated on a rolling basis from current review and profile data and was last reviewed in August 2026. Clinics can move up or down as their underlying data changes.
Prioritise verified credentials and relevant training, modern equipment and sterilisation standards, a strong and recent review history, transparent pricing, and clear communication about treatment options. Confirm the clinic is taking new patients and offers emergency dentistry before booking.
Many clinics in Denver accept major dental insurance and offer financing such as in-house payment plans or third-party options like CareCredit for larger treatments. Coverage and financing vary by practice — confirm your plan is accepted and ask about phased or monthly payment options before treatment begins.

How We Vet Each Clinic

Every clinic on this list passes our verification process

  • License & standing verified — active Colorado dental license confirmed with no disciplinary actions.
  • Patient review volume checked — minimum verified patient reviews across Google with a strong average rating.
  • Local presence confirmed — verified physical practice in the Denver metro area with established patient base.
  • Technology & equipment assessed — modern dental technology and sterilization standards evaluated.
  • Transparent pricing reviewed — clear communication of costs, financing options, and insurance acceptance.

How We Scored the Best Clinics

Our transparent ranking methodology

Verified patient reviews & outcomes30%
Emergency Dentists expertise & credentials20%
Technology investment & modern equipment15%
Accessibility (hours, location, scheduling ease)15%
Transparent pricing & financing options10%
Patient experience & comfort measures10%

How This Page Was Reviewed

We want this page to help users choose confidently, not just scroll a list.

Editorial checks

  • Locality and city fit
  • Review strength and rating consistency
  • Services, hours, insurance, and profile completeness
  • Paid placements kept separate from organic rankings

Transparency

  • Content updated: July 30, 2026
  • Ranking last recomputed: July 1, 2026
  • Medical reviewer: Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS
  • Clinic verification dates reflect the latest synced or modified profile timestamp
  • Organic rankings are algorithmic, sponsored rows are labeled
  • Clinics can move up or down when underlying data changes

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