Top 10 Emergency Dentists in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania

Compare Pittsburgh-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

  • Advanced Dental Solutions of Pittsburgh is the strongest overall starting point in Pittsburgh if you want a dependable option for dental implants.
  • Edgewood Dental Associates has the deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page — useful when you want the most established track record before narrowing.
  • Polished Dental Group is one of the clearest places to start if insurance fit matters before you book.

Quick Summary

8 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 Dentists Costs in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (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 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 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 Pittsburgh Proper

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

1

Advanced Dental Solutions of Pittsburgh

4.9(1.6k)·12 km from Pittsburgh Downtown
95Smyleee

1395, McLaughlin Run Road, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8 AM

Documented for dental implants in Pittsburgh, with emergency dentistry on the service list and 19 procedures on file.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Because urgent problems do not wait, the practice also offers emergency dentistry, so a broken tooth or sudden pain can be seen quickly instead of lingering.

Services:Emergency DentistryAffordable Dental CareBracesCosmetic Dentistry+15 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 95/1004.9★ · 1.6k reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 1,642 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 95/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 95/100 · 4.9★ · 1.6k reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published19 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 3, 2026
2

Edgewood Dental Associates

4.9(1.6k)·9.9 km from Pittsburgh Downtown
92Smyleee

110, 1789, South Braddock Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 7:30 AM

Dental Implants focus in Pittsburgh, with emergency dentistry listed among 14 documented services.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dentistry completes what the practice can handle. For people across Pittsburgh's eastern neighborhoods, that mix of routine, cosmetic, restorative and emergency care makes Edgewood Dental Associates a versatile choice. Whether the visit is an overdue cleaning, a whitening treatment, an implant consultation or an unexpected emergency, the practice is geared to cover the range of dental needs that come up over the course of ordinary life in the area. A practice that handles routine, cosmetic, restorative and emergency work means residents can keep nearly all of their dental care in one place, with a single team that grows familiar with their history over the years.

Services:Emergency DentistryAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Fillings+10 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 92/1004.9★ · 1.6k reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 1,585 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 92/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 92/100 · 4.9★ · 1.6k reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published14 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 3, 2026
3

Polished Dental Group

4.9(235)·542 m from Pittsburgh Downtown
88Smyleee

Suite 1530, 650, Smithfield Street, Downtown, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Closed · Opens Monday at 8 AM

Pittsburgh clinic with a dental implants specialty — Emergency Dentistry is on file among 13 procedures.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

And because downtown life does not pause for toothaches, emergency dentistry is part of the offering, so a broken tooth or sudden pain can be addressed quickly rather than enduring an uncomfortable wait.

Services:Emergency DentistryAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Fillings+9 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 88/1004.9★ · 235 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 235 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 88/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 88/100 · 4.9★ · 235 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published13 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 3, 2026
4

Pittsburgh Dental Spa

4.8(295)·13 km from Pittsburgh Downtown
87Smyleee

6502, Steubenville Pike, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Closed · Opens Monday at 7 AM

Dental Implants is the documented focus in Pittsburgh; Emergency Dentistry sits within 15 services on profile.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

And because dental problems do not keep convenient hours, emergency dentistry is available for cracked teeth, sudden pain, and other urgent situations that need quick attention rather than a long wait. Whether someone is in for a routine cleaning, considering veneers or whitening for a brighter smile, planning an implant, or dealing with an emergency, the office aims to deliver dependable care in a relaxed atmosphere.

Services:Emergency DentistryAffordable Dental CareChildren / Pediatric DentistryCosmetic Dentistry+11 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 87/1004.8★ · 295 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.8★ Google rating across 295 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 87/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 87/100 · 4.8★ · 295 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published15 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 3, 2026
5

Hayner Dental

4.9(120)·2.9 km from Pittsburgh Downtown
87Smyleee

129, 28th Street, Strip District, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 9 AM

Profile in Pittsburgh flags dental implants; lists Emergency Dentistry alongside 10 other documented services.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

The practice also keeps emergency dentistry available, recognizing that a cracked tooth or sudden ache cannot always wait for the next open slot on the calendar. From a first cleaning to a full implant plan, or a veneer makeover to an unexpected emergency, the practice strives to be a single trustworthy place where Pittsburgh patients can handle the full range of their dental needs.

Services:Emergency DentistryAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Fillings+7 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 87/1004.9★ · 120 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 120 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 87/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 87/100 · 4.9★ · 120 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published11 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 3, 2026
6

Shadyside Dentistry

4.6(131)·5.7 km from Pittsburgh Downtown
82Smyleee

620, 580, South Aiken Avenue, Shadyside, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8 AM

Pittsburgh practice known for dental implants, with Emergency Dentistry among 11 documented procedures.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dentistry rounds out the services, so a sudden toothache, a chipped tooth, or another urgent problem has a place to be addressed promptly rather than left to worsen over a weekend.

Services:Emergency DentistryAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Fillings+7 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry4.6★ · 131 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.6★ Google rating across 131 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 82/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · 4.6★ · 131 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published11 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 3, 2026
7

Five Star Dentistry

4.1(175)·2.5 km from Pittsburgh Downtown
77Smyleee

1930, East Carson Street, South Side Flats, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8 AM

Documented for dental implants in Pittsburgh, with emergency dentistry on the service list and 15 procedures on file.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dentistry is part of what they do, so a cracked molar or a sudden toothache does not have to wait days for relief.

Services:Emergency DentistryAffordable Dental CareBracesCosmetic Dentistry+11 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry and 175 verified Google reviews.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published15 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 3, 2026
8

Richard Gottlieb, DMD

4.7(15)·6.2 km from Pittsburgh Downtown
76Smyleee

200, 5750, Centre Avenue, Shadyside, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 7 AM

Dental Implants focus in Pittsburgh, with emergency dentistry listed among 14 documented services.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

The team also keeps emergency dentistry available, so a sudden injury or a flare-up of pain has somewhere to turn rather than lingering until it worsens.

Services:Emergency DentistryAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Crowns+10 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 websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published14 services listed
TradeoffOnly 15 reviews — limited independent evidence
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 3, 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
1Advanced Dental Solutions of Pittsburgh954.9(1,642)
2Edgewood Dental Associates924.9(1,585)
3Polished Dental Group884.9(235)
4Pittsburgh Dental Spa874.8(295)
5Hayner Dental874.9(120)
6Shadyside Dentistry824.6(131)
7Five Star Dentistry774.1(175)
8Richard Gottlieb, DMD764.7(15)

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

How to Choose a Dentist in Pittsburgh

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

Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh metro area.

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

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud MallickBDS

Frequently Asked Questions

8 questions answered by our editorial team

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