Top 10 Emergency Dentists in Philadelphia Pennsylvania

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

Reviewed August 2, 2026Ranking recomputed August 1, 202610 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

  • Center City Emergency Dentist is the strongest overall starting point in Philadelphia if you want a dependable option for emergency dentistry.
  • Advanced Family Smiles - Philadelphia Dentist has the deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page — useful when you want the most established track record before narrowing.
  • American Dental Associates - Philadelphia is a stronger first look if weekend availability matters more than weekday convenience.

Quick Summary

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Emergency Dentist Costs in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (2026)

Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan

ProcedureTypical Cost
Emergency exam + X-ray$99 – $250
Tooth extraction (simple, emergency)$200 – $500
Tooth extraction (surgical / impacted)$350 – $800
Temporary filling / sedative dressing$100 – $300
Abscess drainage + antibiotics$150 – $500
Dental crown re-cementation$100 – $350
Root canal (emergency, anterior tooth)$700 – $1,400
Chipped tooth repair (bonding)$200 – $600
After-hours / weekend surcharge$100 – $300
Pain management visit$100 – $400

Price ranges reflect typical Philadelphia, Pennsylvania self-pay 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 Philadelphia Proper

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

1

Center City Emergency Dentist

4.5(3.1k)·370 m from Philadelphia Downtown
74Smyleee

6th Floor, 1429, Walnut Street, Center City West, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8 AM

Documented for emergency dentistry in Philadelphia, with emergency dentistry on the service list and 7 procedures on file.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Center City Emergency Dentist operates on Walnut Street in the Center City West area of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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. Use this page to find contact information for Center City Emergency Dentist and to see its full range of services before getting in touch.

Services:Emergency DentistryDental CrownsDental ImplantsDentures+3 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry4.5★ · 3.1k reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry and 4.5★ Google rating across 3,123 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · 4.5★ · 3.1k reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website7 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 16, 2026
2

American Dental Associates - Philadelphia

4.8(882)·15 km from Philadelphia Downtown
90Smyleee

3428, Rhawn Street, Northeast Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8 AM

General Dentistry focus in Philadelphia, with emergency dentistry listed among 8 documented services.

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Based on Rhawn Street in the Northeast Philadelphia area of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, American Dental Associates - Philadelphia is a dental practice serving the area. 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.

Beyond any single treatment, most dental visits start with an examination — checking for decay, reviewing the gums, and looking at existing fillings or crowns — often alongside X-rays where there is a reason to look between or beneath teeth. That groundwork is what a dentist uses to explain any findings and set out next steps before you leave.

Routine attendance, roughly every six months for most people, is what actually keeps small problems small. A lot of decay and gum disease develops without any pain in its early stages, which is why regular checkups matter even when nothing seems to be wrong, rather than only booking an appointment once something hurts.

A first appointment at a new practice typically covers a full examination, a review of your dental and medical history, and a professional cleaning, with X-rays if you do not have recent ones. It is also a reasonable time to raise any longer-term concerns, cosmetic or otherwise, so they can be factored into a plan going forward.

Day-to-day oral health still comes down to the basics between visits — brushing twice daily with fluoride toothpaste, cleaning between the teeth, and limiting how often sugary food and drink appear through the day matters more than the total amount eaten at once. Regular professional care is what catches whatever those habits do not.

Digital X-rays are a routine part of dental care because they show what a visual exam alone cannot — decay forming between teeth, bone loss below the gumline, and how developing adult teeth are positioned in children. They use a low radiation dose and are taken on a schedule matched to individual risk rather than at every single visit. This page has the practice's contact details and full service list. Get in touch through it to ask questions or book a visit.

Services:Emergency DentistryDental CrownsDental ImplantsDentures+4 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 90/1004.8★ · 882 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.8★ Google rating across 882 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 90/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 90/100 · 4.8★ · 882 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website8 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 19, 2026
3

Advanced Family Smiles - Philadelphia Dentist

4.7(2k)·20 km from Philadelphia Downtown
77Smyleee

Suite A, 10501, Academy Road, Northeast Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8 AM

Philadelphia clinic with a general dentistry specialty — Emergency Dentistry is on file among 8 procedures.

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Advanced Family Smiles - Philadelphia Dentist operates on Academy Road in the Northeast Philadelphia area of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. At the core of a general dental practice is preventive and restorative care: checkups, professional cleanings, fillings, and screening for decay and gum disease before either becomes a bigger problem. It is the kind of appointment most people need on a routine schedule rather than only when something hurts.

Payment and insurance arrangements vary by practice and by treatment, so it is worth asking directly what is covered and what options exist for anything that is not, rather than assuming either way. Getting that clarified before treatment starts avoids surprises once it is underway.

Beyond any single treatment, most dental visits start with an examination — checking for decay, reviewing the gums, and looking at existing fillings or crowns — often alongside X-rays where there is a reason to look between or beneath teeth. That groundwork is what a dentist uses to explain any findings and set out next steps before you leave.

Routine attendance, roughly every six months for most people, is what actually keeps small problems small. A lot of decay and gum disease develops without any pain in its early stages, which is why regular checkups matter even when nothing seems to be wrong, rather than only booking an appointment once something hurts.

A first appointment at a new practice typically covers a full examination, a review of your dental and medical history, and a professional cleaning, with X-rays if you do not have recent ones. It is also a reasonable time to raise any longer-term concerns, cosmetic or otherwise, so they can be factored into a plan going forward.

Day-to-day oral health still comes down to the basics between visits — brushing twice daily with fluoride toothpaste, cleaning between the teeth, and limiting how often sugary food and drink appear through the day matters more than the total amount eaten at once. Regular professional care is what catches whatever those habits do not. This page has the practice's contact details and full service list. Get in touch through it to ask questions or book a visit.

Services:Emergency DentistryDental CrownsDental ImplantsDentures+4 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry4.7★ · 2k reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry and 4.7★ Google rating across 1,985 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · 4.7★ · 2k reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website8 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 16, 2026
4

Philadelphia Dentists

4.8(1.3k)·2.8 km from Philadelphia Downtown
75Smyleee

1732, South Broad Street, Point Breeze, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 10 AM

General Dentistry is the documented focus in Philadelphia; Emergency Dentistry sits within 4 services on profile.

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Philadelphia Dentists provides dental care on South Broad Street in the Point Breeze area of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. At the core of a general dental practice is preventive and restorative care: checkups, professional cleanings, fillings, and screening for decay and gum disease before either becomes a bigger problem. It is the kind of appointment most people need on a routine schedule rather than only when something hurts.

Day-to-day oral health still comes down to the basics between visits — brushing twice daily with fluoride toothpaste, cleaning between the teeth, and limiting how often sugary food and drink appear through the day matters more than the total amount eaten at once. Regular professional care is what catches whatever those habits do not.

Digital X-rays are a routine part of dental care because they show what a visual exam alone cannot — decay forming between teeth, bone loss below the gumline, and how developing adult teeth are positioned in children. They use a low radiation dose and are taken on a schedule matched to individual risk rather than at every single visit.

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.

Dental anxiety is common, and most practices are used to working with nervous patients — through clear explanations of what is about to happen, a slower pace where needed, and sedation options for patients who want them. Avoiding the dentist out of anxiety tends to make eventual treatment more involved, not less. This page has the practice's contact details and full service list. Get in touch through it to ask questions or book a visit.

Services:Emergency DentistryGeneral DentistryInvisalignVeneers
Offers Emergency Dentistry4.8★ · 1.3k reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry and 4.8★ Google rating across 1,348 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · 4.8★ · 1.3k reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jun 30, 2026
5

iSmile Dental Group

4.8(829)·12 km from Philadelphia Downtown
75Smyleee

6573, Roosevelt Boulevard, Mayfair, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 9 AM

Profile in Philadelphia flags general dentistry; lists Emergency Dentistry alongside 7 other documented services.

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iSmile Dental Group operates on Roosevelt Boulevard in the Mayfair area of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. At the core of a general dental practice is preventive and restorative care: checkups, professional cleanings, fillings, and screening for decay and gum disease before either becomes a bigger problem. It is the kind of appointment most people need on a routine schedule rather than only when something hurts.

Payment and insurance arrangements vary by practice and by treatment, so it is worth asking directly what is covered and what options exist for anything that is not, rather than assuming either way. Getting that clarified before treatment starts avoids surprises once it is underway.

Beyond any single treatment, most dental visits start with an examination — checking for decay, reviewing the gums, and looking at existing fillings or crowns — often alongside X-rays where there is a reason to look between or beneath teeth. That groundwork is what a dentist uses to explain any findings and set out next steps before you leave.

Routine attendance, roughly every six months for most people, is what actually keeps small problems small. A lot of decay and gum disease develops without any pain in its early stages, which is why regular checkups matter even when nothing seems to be wrong, rather than only booking an appointment once something hurts.

A first appointment at a new practice typically covers a full examination, a review of your dental and medical history, and a professional cleaning, with X-rays if you do not have recent ones. It is also a reasonable time to raise any longer-term concerns, cosmetic or otherwise, so they can be factored into a plan going forward.

Day-to-day oral health still comes down to the basics between visits — brushing twice daily with fluoride toothpaste, cleaning between the teeth, and limiting how often sugary food and drink appear through the day matters more than the total amount eaten at once. Regular professional care is what catches whatever those habits do not. You can reach iSmile Dental Group through this page to ask a question, check current availability, or request an appointment.

Services:Emergency DentistryDental CrownsDental ImplantsDentures+4 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry4.8★ · 829 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry and 4.8★ Google rating across 829 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · 4.8★ · 829 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website8 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jun 30, 2026
6

Dental Solutions Market Street

4.6(934)·919 m from Philadelphia Downtown
75Smyleee

Fl 1, 722, Market Street, Center City East, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8 AM

Philadelphia practice known for general dentistry, with Emergency Dentistry among 8 documented procedures.

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Dental Solutions Market Street operates on Market Street in the Center City East area of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. At the core of a general dental practice is preventive and restorative care: checkups, professional cleanings, fillings, and screening for decay and gum disease before either becomes a bigger problem. It is the kind of appointment most people need on a routine schedule rather than only when something hurts.

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.

Dental anxiety is common, and most practices are used to working with nervous patients — through clear explanations of what is about to happen, a slower pace where needed, and sedation options for patients who want them. Avoiding the dentist out of anxiety tends to make eventual treatment more involved, not less.

Children benefit from starting dental visits early, generally by their first birthday or within six months of the first tooth coming through, mainly so they become familiar with the setting before any treatment is actually needed. Establishing that routine early tends to make ongoing checkups far less stressful for both child and parent.

Payment and insurance arrangements vary by practice and by treatment, so it is worth asking directly what is covered and what options exist for anything that is not, rather than assuming either way. Getting that clarified before treatment starts avoids surprises once it is underway. You can reach Dental Solutions Market Street through this page to ask a question, check current availability, or request an appointment.

Services:Emergency DentistryDental CrownsDental ImplantsDentures+4 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry4.6★ · 934 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry and 4.6★ Google rating across 934 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · 4.6★ · 934 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website8 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 16, 2026
7

Dental Solutions of Grant Ave.

4.6(757)·18 km from Philadelphia Downtown
88Smyleee

2455, Grant Avenue, Northeast Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 9 AM

Documented for general dentistry in Philadelphia, with emergency dentistry on the service list and 8 procedures on file.

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Dental Solutions of Grant Ave. provides dental care on Grant Avenue in the Northeast Philadelphia area of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. At the core of a general dental practice is preventive and restorative care: checkups, professional cleanings, fillings, and screening for decay and gum disease before either becomes a bigger problem. It is the kind of appointment most people need on a routine schedule rather than only when something hurts.

Dental anxiety is common, and most practices are used to working with nervous patients — through clear explanations of what is about to happen, a slower pace where needed, and sedation options for patients who want them. Avoiding the dentist out of anxiety tends to make eventual treatment more involved, not less.

Children benefit from starting dental visits early, generally by their first birthday or within six months of the first tooth coming through, mainly so they become familiar with the setting before any treatment is actually needed. Establishing that routine early tends to make ongoing checkups far less stressful for both child and parent.

Payment and insurance arrangements vary by practice and by treatment, so it is worth asking directly what is covered and what options exist for anything that is not, rather than assuming either way. Getting that clarified before treatment starts avoids surprises once it is underway.

Beyond any single treatment, most dental visits start with an examination — checking for decay, reviewing the gums, and looking at existing fillings or crowns — often alongside X-rays where there is a reason to look between or beneath teeth. That groundwork is what a dentist uses to explain any findings and set out next steps before you leave.

Routine attendance, roughly every six months for most people, is what actually keeps small problems small. A lot of decay and gum disease develops without any pain in its early stages, which is why regular checkups matter even when nothing seems to be wrong, rather than only booking an appointment once something hurts. Contact details for Dental Solutions of Grant Ave. are on this page, along with the full list of services offered — reach out to ask about scheduling.

Services:Emergency DentistryDental CrownsDental ImplantsDentures+4 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 88/1004.6★ · 757 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.6★ Google rating across 757 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 88/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 88/100 · 4.6★ · 757 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website8 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 22, 2026
8

360 Dental PC

4.9(428)·8.2 km from Philadelphia Downtown
94Smyleee

1350, East Lycoming Street, North Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 9:30 AM

General Dentistry focus in Philadelphia, with emergency dentistry listed among 7 documented services.

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360 Dental PC operates on East Lycoming Street in the North Philadelphia area of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. At the core of a general dental practice is preventive and restorative care: checkups, professional cleanings, fillings, and screening for decay and gum disease before either becomes a bigger problem. It is the kind of appointment most people need on a routine schedule rather than only when something hurts.

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.

Dental anxiety is common, and most practices are used to working with nervous patients — through clear explanations of what is about to happen, a slower pace where needed, and sedation options for patients who want them. Avoiding the dentist out of anxiety tends to make eventual treatment more involved, not less.

Children benefit from starting dental visits early, generally by their first birthday or within six months of the first tooth coming through, mainly so they become familiar with the setting before any treatment is actually needed. Establishing that routine early tends to make ongoing checkups far less stressful for both child and parent.

Payment and insurance arrangements vary by practice and by treatment, so it is worth asking directly what is covered and what options exist for anything that is not, rather than assuming either way. Getting that clarified before treatment starts avoids surprises once it is underway. Contact details for 360 Dental PC are on this page, along with the full list of services offered — reach out to ask about scheduling.

Services:Emergency DentistryDental CrownsDental ImplantsDentures+3 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 94/1004.9★ · 428 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 428 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 94/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 94/100 · 4.9★ · 428 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website7 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 19, 2026
9

Rittenhouse Smiles

5.0(481)·706 m from Philadelphia Downtown
78Smyleee

2306, 255, South 17th Street, Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8:30 AM

Philadelphia clinic with a general dentistry specialty — Emergency Dentistry is on file among 7 procedures.

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Based on South 17th Street in the Rittenhouse Square area of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Rittenhouse Smiles is a dental practice serving the area. 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.

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.

Dental anxiety is common, and most practices are used to working with nervous patients — through clear explanations of what is about to happen, a slower pace where needed, and sedation options for patients who want them. Avoiding the dentist out of anxiety tends to make eventual treatment more involved, not less.

Children benefit from starting dental visits early, generally by their first birthday or within six months of the first tooth coming through, mainly so they become familiar with the setting before any treatment is actually needed. Establishing that routine early tends to make ongoing checkups far less stressful for both child and parent.

Payment and insurance arrangements vary by practice and by treatment, so it is worth asking directly what is covered and what options exist for anything that is not, rather than assuming either way. Getting that clarified before treatment starts avoids surprises once it is underway.

Beyond any single treatment, most dental visits start with an examination — checking for decay, reviewing the gums, and looking at existing fillings or crowns — often alongside X-rays where there is a reason to look between or beneath teeth. That groundwork is what a dentist uses to explain any findings and set out next steps before you leave. This page has the practice's contact details and full service list. Get in touch through it to ask questions or book a visit.

Services:Emergency DentistryDental CrownsDental ImplantsDentures+3 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry5.0★ · 481 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry and 5.0★ Google rating across 481 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · 5.0★ · 481 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website7 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jun 30, 2026
10

Dentistry for Life

4.9(729)·450 m from Philadelphia Downtown
67Smyleee

1217, 1601, Walnut Street, Center City West, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 7 AM

Cosmetic Dentistry is the documented focus in Philadelphia; Emergency Dentistry sits within 10 services on profile.

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Twelve floors up at 1601 Walnut Street, on the corner of 16th and Walnut, Dentistry for Life is a Center City Philadelphia general practice with a cosmetic centre of gravity. Dr. Kunal Parikh and Dr. Kimmie Patel run it, and the address, a block from Rittenhouse Square and a short walk from the Walnut-Locust and Suburban Station transit stops, points straight at the clientele: Center City employees who would sooner claim a 7:00 a.m. slot than surrender half a working afternoon. The suite sits inside an office tower rather than behind a street-level shopfront, which means the lobby and the lift add time to every arrival; budget for that on a first visit.

Smile design is the signature service. In practice that means the shape, length and colour of the front teeth are planned photographically before anything is prepared, using digital smile design, so you and the dentist are agreeing on a target instead of hoping. Porcelain veneers are the usual delivery mechanism: a thin ceramic facing bonded to the front of a tooth after a small amount of enamel is reduced. It is a permanent commitment, because the reduced enamel does not grow back and veneers eventually need replacing. Where the underlying teeth are heavily restored or broken, crowns rather than veneers are the honest answer.

The practice also places implants and restores full arches, including All-on-4 and implant-retained overdentures, and covers the ordinary work that keeps a mouth going: cleanings, crowns, bridges, root canals, wisdom tooth removal and Invisalign. Laser dentistry and oral cancer screening form part of the routine exam. Sedation runs from oral medication to twilight sedation, which is the practical answer for people who have avoided dentistry for years and cannot sit through a long appointment otherwise.

Whitening is offered too, with one caveat worth knowing before you pay for it: bleach lightens natural enamel and dentine only. Existing crowns, veneers and white fillings stay exactly the colour they were made, which is why whitening usually comes before cosmetic work rather than after. Hours are 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Friday, with no weekend cover.

Services:Emergency DentistryBone GraftingDental CrownsDental Implants+6 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry4.9★ · 729 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry and 4.9★ Google rating across 729 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · 4.9★ · 729 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website10 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 12, 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
1Center City Emergency Dentist744.5(3,123)
2American Dental Associates - Philadelphia904.8(882)
3Advanced Family Smiles - Philadelphia Dentist774.7(1,985)
4Philadelphia Dentists754.8(1,348)
5iSmile Dental Group754.8(829)
6Dental Solutions Market Street754.6(934)
7Dental Solutions of Grant Ave.884.6(757)
8360 Dental PC944.9(428)
9Rittenhouse Smiles785.0(481)
10Dentistry for Life674.9(729)

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

Other Top Emergency Dentistry Clinics in Philadelphia

16 additional providers ranked below the Top 10 using the same algorithm. Updated monthly.

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#12The Dental SpaPhiladelphia76.74.9★495View →
#13Frankford Dental CarePhiladelphia76.24.9★429View →
#14Cobblestone KidsPhiladelphia84.34.8★419View →
#15Dr Richard Eidelson, DDSPhiladelphia73.84.7★205View →
#16Philadelphia DentistryPhiladelphia63.04.6★1043View →
#17Mayfair Dental CenterPhiladelphia65.64.3★481View →
#18DentaLux LLC, Jennifer Donskoy DDSPhiladelphia69.44.7★189View →
#19Mestichelli Barnes Dental AssociatesPhiladelphia68.34.7★136View →
#20Dental Solutions of RoxboroughPhiladelphia64.54.2★337View →
#21Frankford Dental GroupPhiladelphia69.84.8★93View →
#22NuSmile Dental at Verree Rd and Red LionPhiladelphia61.74.1★41View →
#23Cacchio Dental GroupPhiladelphia62.15.0★3View →
#24Kunal Parikh, DMD: Dentist PhiladelphiaPhiladelphia58.45.0★2View →
#25Floss and Gloss Dental GroupPhiladelphia48.43.7★20View →
#26Dentex Dental MoyamensingPhiladelphia37.0View →

How to Choose a Dentist in Philadelphia

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

Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia metro area.

This is the short list. Ten providers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 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 Philadelphia, start here.

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud MallickBDS

Frequently Asked Questions

8 questions answered by our editorial team

In Philadelphia, an emergency exam + X-ray typically costs $99 – $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 Philadelphia typically ranges $700 – $1,400 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A tooth extraction (simple, emergency) in Philadelphia typically ranges $200 – $500 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A tooth extraction (surgical / impacted) in Philadelphia typically ranges $350 – $800 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
Smyleee ranks Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Pennsylvania 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 Philadelphia 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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