Top 10 Emergency Dentists in Huntington Beach California

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

Reviewed August 2, 2026Ranking recomputed August 1, 20268 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

  • Harbor Smiles is the strongest overall starting point in Huntington Beach if you want a dependable option for orthodontics.
  • TLC Family Dentistry has the deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page — useful when you want the most established track record before narrowing.
  • Legacy Dental Care is a stronger first look if weekend availability matters more than weekday convenience.

Quick Summary

8 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 Huntington Beach, California (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 Huntington Beach, California pricing as of 2026. Actual costs vary by provider, complexity, and insurance coverage. Contact clinics directly for personalized quotes.

Prices verified Aug 2, 2026

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Top Clinics in Huntington Beach Proper

Only clinics physically located in Huntington Beach appear in this primary ranking.

1

Harbor Smiles

4.8(445)·5.8 km from Huntington Beach Downtown
75Smyleee

202, 4911, Warner Avenue, Huntington Beach, California

Closed · Opens Monday at 9 AM

Documented for orthodontics in Huntington Beach, with emergency dentistry on the service list and 25 procedures on file.

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Harbor Smiles is a dental practice on Warner Avenue in Huntington Beach, California. A dental implant replaces a missing tooth at the root, not just the crown — a small titanium post is placed in the jaw bone and, once it has integrated over a period of months, a replacement tooth is attached to it. It is generally the most durable option for a single missing tooth or several.

Clear aligners straighten teeth through a series of custom, removable trays, each worn for one to two weeks before moving to the next in the sequence. They suit mild to moderate crowding and spacing well, and are worn roughly twenty to twenty-two hours a day for treatment to stay on schedule.

Traditional braces use brackets and wires to gradually move teeth into alignment, handling complex bite corrections and significant crowding more predictably than removable alternatives. Treatment commonly runs one to three years, with a retainer worn afterward to hold the result.

A veneer is a thin custom shell bonded to the front of a tooth to change its shape, length, or colour, most often used to address chips, gaps, or discoloration that whitening alone cannot fix. Traditional veneers require a small amount of enamel to be removed, which makes the change permanent.

Cosmetic dentistry covers treatment aimed primarily at appearance — whitening, veneers, bonding, and reshaping among the more common options — for patients who are less concerned with a problem that hurts than with how their smile looks day to day. The right combination depends on what specifically you would like to change.

Root canal treatment removes infected or inflamed tissue from inside a tooth, cleans and seals the space, and allows the natural tooth to be kept rather than extracted. Its reputation for being painful is largely outdated — carried out under local anaesthetic, it typically relieves pain rather than causing it. Contact details for Harbor Smiles are on this page, along with the full list of services offered — reach out to ask about scheduling.

Services:Emergency DentistryBracesCosmetic DentistryDental Bridges+21 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry4.8★ · 445 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry and 4.8★ Google rating across 445 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · 4.8★ · 445 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website25 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 2, 2026
2

TLC Family Dentistry

4.9(335)·7.4 km from Huntington Beach Downtown
73Smyleee

Suite Q, 6552, Bolsa Avenue, Huntington Beach, California

Closed · Opens Monday at 9 AM

Orthodontics focus in Huntington Beach, with emergency dentistry listed among 26 documented services.

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TLC Family Dentistry is a dental practice on Bolsa Avenue in Huntington Beach, California. A dental implant replaces a missing tooth at the root, not just the crown — a small titanium post is placed in the jaw bone and, once it has integrated over a period of months, a replacement tooth is attached to it. It is generally the most durable option for a single missing tooth or several.

Clear aligners straighten teeth through a series of custom, removable trays, each worn for one to two weeks before moving to the next in the sequence. They suit mild to moderate crowding and spacing well, and are worn roughly twenty to twenty-two hours a day for treatment to stay on schedule.

Traditional braces use brackets and wires to gradually move teeth into alignment, handling complex bite corrections and significant crowding more predictably than removable alternatives. Treatment commonly runs one to three years, with a retainer worn afterward to hold the result.

A veneer is a thin custom shell bonded to the front of a tooth to change its shape, length, or colour, most often used to address chips, gaps, or discoloration that whitening alone cannot fix. Traditional veneers require a small amount of enamel to be removed, which makes the change permanent.

Cosmetic dentistry covers treatment aimed primarily at appearance — whitening, veneers, bonding, and reshaping among the more common options — for patients who are less concerned with a problem that hurts than with how their smile looks day to day. The right combination depends on what specifically you would like to change.

Root canal treatment removes infected or inflamed tissue from inside a tooth, cleans and seals the space, and allows the natural tooth to be kept rather than extracted. Its reputation for being painful is largely outdated — carried out under local anaesthetic, it typically relieves pain rather than causing it. You can reach TLC Family Dentistry through this page to ask a question, check current availability, or request an appointment.

Services:Emergency DentistryBone GraftingBracesBruxism+22 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry4.9★ · 335 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry and 4.9★ Google rating across 335 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · 4.9★ · 335 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website26 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 2, 2026
3

Noleen Dental

4.9(238)·4.4 km from Huntington Beach Downtown
60Smyleee

16903, Beach Boulevard, Washington, Huntington Beach, California

Closed · Opens Monday at 9 AM

Huntington Beach clinic with a dental implants specialty — Emergency Dentistry is on file among 6 procedures.

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Noleen Dental provides dental care on Beach Boulevard in the Washington area of Huntington Beach, California. Implants are considered by many dentists the most durable way to replace a missing tooth, since the titanium post fuses with the jaw bone over several months and then supports a crown that functions much like a natural tooth. Enough healthy bone is the main prerequisite, and a graft can build that up first if needed.

Cosmetic dentistry covers treatment aimed primarily at appearance — whitening, veneers, bonding, and reshaping among the more common options — for patients who are less concerned with a problem that hurts than with how their smile looks day to day. The right combination depends on what specifically you would like to change.

Root canal treatment removes infected or inflamed tissue from inside a tooth, cleans and seals the space, and allows the natural tooth to be kept rather than extracted. Its reputation for being painful is largely outdated — carried out under local anaesthetic, it typically relieves pain rather than causing it.

General dentistry covers the routine and restorative care most people need most often — examinations, cleanings, fillings, and preventive checks that catch problems while they are still small and inexpensive to treat. Regular attendance, roughly every six months for most patients, is what makes that early-catch approach actually work.

Left untreated, small dental problems tend not to stay small. A minor cavity that would have been a straightforward filling can progress to needing root canal treatment and a crown, and early gum inflammation that would have reversed with a good cleaning can progress toward bone loss around the teeth. Catching things early is generally the difference in both effort and cost.

Continuity matters in dental care — seeing the same practice over time means your history, X-rays, and any patterns in your oral health are already on file, rather than starting from scratch at each visit. That familiarity is part of what a regular dental home offers beyond any single appointment. Contact details for Noleen Dental are on this page, along with the full list of services offered — reach out to ask about scheduling.

Services:Emergency DentistryCosmetic DentistryDental ImplantsGeneral Dentistry+2 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry4.9★ · 238 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry and 4.9★ Google rating across 238 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · 4.9★ · 238 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published6 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 2, 2026
4

Legacy Dental Care

5.0(88)·7.4 km from Huntington Beach Downtown
77Smyleee

# F, 6552, Bolsa Avenue, Huntington Beach, California

Closed · Opens today at 9 AM

Dental Implants is the documented focus in Huntington Beach; Emergency Dentistry sits within 19 services on profile.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dental care covers sudden problems that will not wait for a routine appointment — severe pain, a knocked-out or fractured tooth, swelling, or a lost filling that leaves a tooth exposed. Same-day or urgent appointments are the point of an emergency service, rather than the standard multi-week booking window.

Services:Emergency DentistryCosmetic DentistryDental BridgesDental Crowns+15 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry and 88 verified Google reviews.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published19 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 2, 2026
5

Cleopatra Dental | Huntington Beach Dentist

4.9(76)·6.7 km from Huntington Beach Downtown
73Smyleee

# C, 16141, Bolsa Chica Street, Huntington Beach, California

Closed · Opens Monday at 9 AM

Profile in Huntington Beach flags invisalign; lists Emergency Dentistry alongside 22 other documented services.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dental care covers sudden problems that will not wait for a routine appointment — severe pain, a knocked-out or fractured tooth, swelling, or a lost filling that leaves a tooth exposed. Same-day or urgent appointments are the point of an emergency service, rather than the standard multi-week booking window.

Services:Emergency DentistryBone GraftingBruxismCosmetic Dentistry+19 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry and 76 verified Google reviews.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published23 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 2, 2026
6

Dr. Shalini Shah DDS & Associates

4.6(99)·6.2 km from Huntington Beach Downtown
71Smyleee

101, 5942, Edinger Avenue, Huntington Beach, California

Closed · Opens Monday at 10 AM

Huntington Beach practice known for orthodontics, with Emergency Dentistry among 28 documented procedures.

Read full description

Dr. Shalini Shah DDS & Associates provides dental care on Edinger Avenue in Huntington Beach, California. Implants are considered by many dentists the most durable way to replace a missing tooth, since the titanium post fuses with the jaw bone over several months and then supports a crown that functions much like a natural tooth. Enough healthy bone is the main prerequisite, and a graft can build that up first if needed.

Clear aligners straighten teeth through a series of custom, removable trays, each worn for one to two weeks before moving to the next in the sequence. They suit mild to moderate crowding and spacing well, and are worn roughly twenty to twenty-two hours a day for treatment to stay on schedule.

Traditional braces use brackets and wires to gradually move teeth into alignment, handling complex bite corrections and significant crowding more predictably than removable alternatives. Treatment commonly runs one to three years, with a retainer worn afterward to hold the result.

A veneer is a thin custom shell bonded to the front of a tooth to change its shape, length, or colour, most often used to address chips, gaps, or discoloration that whitening alone cannot fix. Traditional veneers require a small amount of enamel to be removed, which makes the change permanent.

Cosmetic treatment is generally the least invasive branch of dentistry, built around changing how teeth look rather than fixing something broken. Whitening and bonding sit at the lighter end; veneers and reshaping involve more planning. Most cosmetic dental insurance excludes this kind of work, since it is elective rather than medically necessary.

Root canal treatment removes infected or inflamed tissue from inside a tooth, cleans and seals the space, and allows the natural tooth to be kept rather than extracted. Its reputation for being painful is largely outdated — carried out under local anaesthetic, it typically relieves pain rather than causing it. Contact details for Dr. Shalini Shah DDS & Associates are on this page, along with the full list of services offered — reach out to ask about scheduling.

Services:Emergency DentistryBone GraftingBracesCosmetic Dentistry+24 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry and 99 verified Google reviews.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website28 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 2, 2026
7

Oasis Dental Care

4.8(19)·7.4 km from Huntington Beach Downtown
70Smyleee

# J, 6552, Bolsa Avenue, Huntington Beach, California

Closed · Opens Monday at 9 AM

Documented for pediatric dentistry in Huntington Beach, with emergency dentistry on the service list and 28 procedures on file.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dental care covers sudden problems that will not wait for a routine appointment — severe pain, a knocked-out or fractured tooth, swelling, or a lost filling that leaves a tooth exposed. Same-day or urgent appointments are the point of an emergency service, rather than the standard multi-week booking window.

Services:Emergency DentistryBracesCAD/CAM Dental RestorationsChildren / Pediatric Dentistry+24 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published28 services listed
TradeoffOnly 19 reviews — limited independent evidence
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 2, 2026
8

Olive Dental Group

4.9(17)·7.4 km from Huntington Beach Downtown
64Smyleee

6432, Bolsa Avenue, Huntington Beach, California

Closed · Opens Monday at 8 AM

Pediatric Dentistry focus in Huntington Beach, with emergency dentistry listed among 23 documented services.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dental care covers sudden problems that will not wait for a routine appointment — severe pain, a knocked-out or fractured tooth, swelling, or a lost filling that leaves a tooth exposed. Same-day or urgent appointments are the point of an emergency service, rather than the standard multi-week booking window.

Services:Emergency DentistryBracesBruxismCAD/CAM Dental Restorations+19 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published23 services listed
TradeoffOnly 17 reviews — limited independent evidence
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 2, 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
1Harbor Smiles754.8(445)
2TLC Family Dentistry734.9(335)
3Noleen Dental604.9(238)
4Legacy Dental Care775.0(88)
5Cleopatra Dental | Huntington Beach Dentist734.9(76)
6Dr. Shalini Shah DDS & Associates714.6(99)
7Oasis Dental Care704.8(19)
8Olive Dental Group644.9(17)

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

How to Choose a Dentist in Huntington Beach - California

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 August 2, 2026Independently reviewed

Huntington Beach 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 Huntington Beach metro area.

This is the short list. Ten providers in Huntington Beach, California 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 Huntington Beach, start here.

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud MallickBDS

Frequently Asked Questions

8 questions answered by our editorial team

In Huntington Beach, 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 Huntington Beach typically ranges $800 – $1,500 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
An emergency tooth extraction in Huntington Beach typically ranges $200 – $600 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A temporary filling in Huntington Beach typically ranges $100 – $250 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
Smyleee ranks Huntington Beach 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 Huntington Beach 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 California 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 Huntington Beach 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: August 2, 2026
  • Ranking last recomputed: August 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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