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Top 10 Emergency Dentists in Newark New Jersey

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

Reviewed August 2, 2026Ranking recomputed August 1, 20269 clinicsDr Maqsud Mallick, BDSHow we rank
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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

  • Allstate Dental is the strongest overall starting point in Newark if you want a dependable option for dental implants.
  • Nova Dental has the deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page — useful when you want the most established track record before narrowing.
  • NUVA Smile is one of the clearest places to start if insurance fit matters before you book.
  • NUVA Smile is a stronger first look if weekend availability matters more than weekday convenience.

Best overall

Allstate Dental

Best for Emergency Dentistry.

Tradeoff: Weekend availability is not highlighted

Highest review signal

Nova Dental

The deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page across available portals.

Useful when social proof matters more than pure proximity.

Insurance-friendly

NUVA Smile

A clearer place to start if insurance fit matters before you book.

Useful when coverage clarity matters more than overall ranking.

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9 listings on this page

94.5Allstate Dental91.0NUVA Smile92.1LQ Dental85.8Nova Dental87.1Vallejo Dental86.5Gentle Dental of NJ84.050 Commerce Dental Center76.2Dr. Douglas B. Gultz, DMD65.6Advanced Dental Care PC

Quick Summary

9 clinics scored on this page

94.5

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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 Dentistry Costs in Newark, New Jersey (2026)

Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan

ProcedureTypical Cost
Emergency exam + X-ray$100 – $250
Tooth extraction (simple, emergency)$200 – $700
Tooth extraction (surgical / impacted)$300 – $1,000
Temporary filling / sedative dressing$100 – $300
Abscess drainage + antibiotics$100 – $500
Dental crown re-cementation$100 – $600
Root canal (emergency, anterior tooth)$700 – $1,200
Chipped tooth repair (bonding)$100 – $400
After-hours / weekend surcharge$100 – $300
Pain management visit$100 – $500

These figures are based on national emergency-dentistry cost benchmarks rather than Newark-specific published pricing. On direct review, brightsmilesdental.com (a New Jersey practice) advertises a $69 emergency exam-and-X-ray special but does not publish the other emergency figures previously credited to it, and realdentalcosts.com's published guides cover only dental implants, braces, and veneers -- it has no emergency-dentistry pricing page, so the extraction, root canal, and crown-work figures previously credited to it there could not be confirmed. No New Jersey-specific published pricing could be verified for surgical extraction, temporary filling, abscess drainage, crown re-cementation, chipped-tooth bonding, after-hours surcharges, or pain-management visits either. Ranges are in USD as of 2026. Most dental insurance covers a portion of emergency exams and extractions; after-hours surcharges are rarely covered. Always call ahead to confirm same-day pricing with a Newark provider.

Prices verified Aug 2, 2026

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Best overall

Allstate Dental

Smyleee 94.5

A strong all-around pick if you want a reliable local choice for dental implants.

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Highest review volume

Nova Dental

433 reviews

Useful if you want the option with the deepest visible review signal before narrowing further.

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Insurance-friendly

NUVA Smile

Insurance accepted

A better place to start if your first question is whether coverage fit is documented clearly enough to reduce booking friction.

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Top Clinics in Newark Proper

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

1

Allstate Dental

4.9(767)·4.4 km from Newark Downtown
95Smyleee

546, Bloomfield Avenue, Upper Roseville, Newark, New Jersey

Closed · Opens Monday at 10 AM

Documented for dental implants in Newark, with emergency dentistry on the service list and 8 procedures on file.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dentistry rounds out the offering, giving patients a nearby place to turn when a tooth cracks, a filling fails, or pain strikes without warning, rather than waiting out the discomfort.

Services:Emergency DentistryCosmetic DentistryDental ImplantsDentures+4 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 95/1004.9★ · 767 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 767 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 95/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 95/100 · 4.9★ · 767 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published8 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
2

NUVA Smile

5.0(262)·1.4 km from Newark Downtown
91Smyleee

164, Ferry Street, North Ironbound, Newark, New Jersey

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 9 AM

Dental Implants focus in Newark, with emergency dentistry listed among 6 documented services.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dentistry rounds out the offering, giving patients a nearby place to turn when a tooth breaks, a crown loosens, or pain strikes suddenly, which matters in a dense neighborhood where convenience is a real advantage.

Services:Emergency DentistryCosmetic DentistryDental ImplantsGeneral Dentistry+2 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 91/1005.0★ · 262 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 5.0★ Google rating across 262 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 91/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 91/100 · 5.0★ · 262 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published6 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
3

LQ Dental

5.0(159)·810 m from Newark Downtown
92Smyleee

30, Ferry Street, North Ironbound, Newark, New Jersey

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8 AM

Newark clinic with a dental implants specialty — Emergency Dentistry is on file among 8 procedures.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dentistry rounds out the offering, giving patients a nearby place to turn when a tooth breaks, a crown loosens, or sudden pain strikes, which carries real value in a dense neighborhood where convenience matters.

Services:Emergency DentistryCosmetic DentistryDental CrownsDental Implants+4 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 92/1005.0★ · 159 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 5.0★ Google rating across 159 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 92/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 92/100 · 5.0★ · 159 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published8 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
4

Nova Dental

4.6(433)·581 m from Newark Downtown
86Smyleee

2nd Floor, 240, Mulberry Street, Central Ward, Newark, New Jersey

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 9 AM

Dental Implants is the documented focus in Newark; Emergency Dentistry sits within 9 services on profile.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dentistry rounds out the offering, giving downtown patients a nearby place to turn when a tooth cracks, a filling fails, or sudden pain strikes, rather than traveling out of the area for relief.

Services:Emergency DentistryCosmetic DentistryDental CrownsDental Implants+5 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 86/1004.6★ · 433 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.6★ Google rating across 433 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 86/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 86/100 · 4.6★ · 433 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published9 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
5

Vallejo Dental

4.9(185)·1.4 km from Newark Downtown
87Smyleee

239, Elm Street, North Ironbound, Newark, New Jersey

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 9 AM

Profile in Newark flags dental implants; lists Emergency Dentistry alongside 7 other documented services.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dentistry rounds out the offering, giving patients a nearby place to turn when a tooth cracks, a filling fails, or sudden pain sets in, rather than traveling out of the neighborhood for relief.

Services:Emergency DentistryCosmetic DentistryDental ImplantsDentures+4 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 87/1004.9★ · 185 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 185 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 87/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 87/100 · 4.9★ · 185 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published8 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
6

Gentle Dental of NJ

4.6(155)·1.9 km from Newark Downtown
87Smyleee

b2, 290, Ferry Street, North Ironbound, Newark, New Jersey

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 9 AM

Newark practice known for dental implants, with Emergency Dentistry among 8 documented procedures.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dentistry rounds out the offering, giving patients a nearby place to turn when a tooth cracks, a filling fails, or sudden pain sets in, which matters in a dense neighborhood where convenience counts.

Services:Emergency DentistryCosmetic DentistryDental CrownsDental Implants+4 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 87/1004.6★ · 155 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.6★ Google rating across 155 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 87/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 87/100 · 4.6★ · 155 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published8 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
7

50 Commerce Dental Center

4.7(163)·282 m from Newark Downtown
84Smyleee

50, Commerce Street, Central Ward, Newark, New Jersey

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8:30 AM

Documented for dental implants in Newark, with emergency dentistry on the service list and 9 procedures on file.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dentistry rounds out the offering, giving downtown patients a nearby place to turn when a tooth breaks, a crown loosens, or sudden pain sets in, rather than traveling out of the area for relief.

Services:Emergency DentistryCosmetic DentistryDental CrownsDental Implants+5 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 84/1004.7★ · 163 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.7★ Google rating across 163 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 84/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 84/100 · 4.7★ · 163 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published9 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
8

Dr. Douglas B. Gultz, DMD

5.0(2)·1.8 km from Newark Downtown
76Smyleee

396, Lafayette Street, North Ironbound, Newark, New Jersey

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8 AM

Dental Implants focus in Newark, with emergency dentistry listed among 10 documented services.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dentistry rounds out the offering, giving patients somewhere to turn when a tooth cracks, a filling fails, or pain arrives without warning.

Services:Emergency DentistryCosmetic DentistryDental CrownsDental Implants+6 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry
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Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published10 services listed
TradeoffOnly 2 reviews — limited independent evidence
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
9

Advanced Dental Care PC

3.3(60)·223 m from Newark Downtown
66Smyleee

1212, Raymond Boulevard, Central Ward, Newark, New Jersey

Closed · Opens Monday at 9 AM

Newark clinic with a dental implants specialty — Emergency Dentistry is on file among 10 procedures.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dentistry rounds out the offering, giving downtown patients a nearby place to turn when a tooth cracks, a filling fails, or sudden pain sets in, rather than traveling out of the area for relief.

Services:Emergency DentistryCosmetic DentistryDental CrownsDental Implants+6 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry
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Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry and 60 verified Google reviews.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published10 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 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
1Allstate Dental954.9★(767)—✓—✓
2NUVA Smile915.0★(262)✓✓—✓
3LQ Dental925.0★(159)✓✓—✓
4Nova Dental864.6★(433)✓✓—✓
5Vallejo Dental874.9★(185)✓✓—✓
6Gentle Dental of NJ874.6★(155)✓✓—✓
750 Commerce Dental Center844.7★(163)✓✓—✓
8Dr. Douglas B. Gultz, DMD765.0★(2)✓✓—✓
9Advanced Dental Care PC663.3★(60)—✓—✓

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

How to Choose a Dentist in Newark

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

Newark 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 Newark metro area.

This is the short list. Ten providers in Newark, New Jersey 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 Newark, start here.

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud Mallick — BDS

Frequently Asked Questions

8 questions answered by our editorial team

In Newark, an emergency exam + X-ray typically costs $100 – $250, based on Smyleee's August 2026 local price data. Actual cost varies by provider, materials, and case complexity.
A root canal (emergency, anterior tooth) in Newark typically ranges $700 – $1,200 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A tooth extraction (simple, emergency) in Newark typically ranges $200 – $700 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A tooth extraction (surgical / impacted) in Newark typically ranges $300 – $1,000 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
Smyleee ranks Newark 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 Newark 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 New Jersey 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 Newark 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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