Top 10 Emergency Dentists in Tucson Arizona

Top 10 Emergency Dentists in Tucson Arizona

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

Reviewed August 6, 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

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

Quick Summary

10 clinics scored on this page

91.8

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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 Tucson, Arizona (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 Tucson, Arizona pricing as of 2026. Actual costs vary by provider, complexity, and insurance coverage. Contact clinics directly for personalized quotes.

Prices verified Aug 6, 2026

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Top Clinics in Tucson Proper

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

1

Dental Excellence Tucson

4.9(659)·11 km from Tucson Downtown
92Smyleee

1288, West Orange Grove Road, Appian Estates At Casas Adbobes, Tucson, Arizona

Closed · Opens today at 7 AM

Documented for dental implants in Tucson, with emergency dentistry on the service list and 22 procedures on file.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dentistry rounds out the offering, so a cracked tooth, sudden ache, or other urgent problem can be addressed promptly rather than left to worsen.

Services:Emergency DentistryAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Bonding+18 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 92/1004.9★ · 659 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 659 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 92/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 92/100 · 4.9★ · 659 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published22 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
2

Campbell Dental Group

4.9(751)·6.8 km from Tucson Downtown
95Smyleee

3940, North Campbell Avenue, Marjack, Tucson, Arizona

Closed · Opens Monday at 8 AM

Dental Implants focus in Tucson, with emergency dentistry listed among 28 documented services.

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Campbell Dental Group, on North Campbell Avenue in central Tucson, brings together a remarkably full slate of services in a single office. The everyday foundation is here, cleanings, fillings, sealants, and treatment for tooth decay, but the practice extends well past routine care into restorative, cosmetic, and specialty dentistry that often requires separate providers elsewhere.

Restorative work is a clear strength. The team places dental implants, fabricates crowns, bridges, and dentures, and uses CAD/CAM dental restorations to design and fit certain restorations efficiently. Root canal treatment and extractions deal with failing teeth, while oral cancer screening adds a layer of preventive vigilance. For patients who feel anxious or face longer procedures, sedation dentistry helps make treatment manageable, and care for bruxism, sleep apnea, and TMJ/TMD addresses the grinding and jaw concerns that ripple into daily comfort.

The cosmetic and orthodontic offerings are equally developed. Teeth whitening, veneers, and full smile makeovers let patients reshape their smile, and both Invisalign and traditional braces give straightening options for different ages and preferences. Because pediatric dentistry is part of the practice, parents can bring young children into the same office they trust for their own care.

That breadth is what defines Campbell Dental Group. Families benefit from having children's, general, and cosmetic care in one place; implant and full-rehabilitation patients have the restorative tools they need; and nervous patients have sedation to lean on. Affordable dental care is listed among the services, opening the door to practical planning. With emergency dentistry available for sudden breaks or pain, Tucson residents along the Campbell corridor get a wide-ranging practice that can carry a household from a child's first checkup through complex adult restorative work without bouncing between offices. For patients weighing a larger transformation, smile makeovers tie whitening, veneers, and restorative work into a single coordinated plan, while oral cancer screening and care for bruxism add a preventive, health-minded layer that makes the practice a thorough choice for the Campbell corridor.

Services:Emergency DentistryBracesBruxismCAD/CAM Dental Restorations+24 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 95/1004.9★ · 751 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 751 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 95/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 95/100 · 4.9★ · 751 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published28 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
3

Great Smile Family Dentistry

4.9(300)·14 km from Tucson Downtown
93Smyleee

7578, North La Cholla Boulevard, La Cholla Corporate Center, Tucson, Arizona

Closed · Opens today at 9 AM

Tucson clinic with a dental implants specialty — Emergency Dentistry is on file among 16 procedures.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Dental crowns and implants restore broken or missing teeth, root canal treatment saves teeth that might otherwise be lost, and emergency dentistry covers the unexpected, a chipped tooth, sudden swelling, or pain that cannot wait.

Services:Emergency DentistryChildren / Pediatric DentistryCosmetic DentistryDental Cleaning+12 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 93/1004.9★ · 300 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 300 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 93/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 93/100 · 4.9★ · 300 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published16 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
4

Newman Dental

4.9(506)·11 km from Tucson Downtown
90Smyleee

115, 5977, East Grant Road, Rainbow Vista Estates Annex, Tucson, Arizona

Closed · Opens today at 7 AM

Dental Implants is the documented focus in Tucson; Emergency Dentistry sits within 27 services on profile.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dentistry covers sudden breaks and pain.

Services:Emergency DentistryBracesBruxismCAD/CAM Dental Restorations+23 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 90/1004.9★ · 506 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 506 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 90/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 90/100 · 4.9★ · 506 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published27 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
5

Casas Adobes Dentistry

4.9(445)·13 km from Tucson Downtown
91Smyleee

Suite 200, 7520, North Oracle Road, Oracle Medical Plaza Condominiums, Tucson, Arizona

Closed · Opens today at 8 AM

Profile in Tucson flags dental implants; lists Emergency Dentistry alongside 31 other documented services.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dentistry rounds out the offering, so sudden pain or a broken tooth can be handled promptly.

Services:Emergency DentistryBone GraftingBracesComprehensive Dental Care+28 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 91/1004.9★ · 445 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 445 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 91/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 91/100 · 4.9★ · 445 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published32 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
6

Wilmot Family Dentistry

4.9(1k)·11 km from Tucson Downtown
95Smyleee

2, 899, North Wilmot Road, Thunderbird Heights/Wilmot Desert Estates, Tucson, Arizona

Closed · Opens today at 8 AM

Tucson practice known for cosmetic dentistry, with Emergency Dentistry among 17 documented procedures.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

The clinic covers the everyday work most patients actually need — cleanings, exams, fillings, crowns, root canals, and basic extractions — alongside emergency visits when something cracks or hurts unexpectedly. Service coverage includes routine cleanings and exams, tooth-colored fillings, dental crowns and bridges, root canal treatment, basic extractions, gum-disease management, and emergency dental visits for acute issues.

Services:Emergency DentistryAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Bridges+13 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 95/1004.9★ · 1k reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 1,042 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 95/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 95/100 · 4.9★ · 1k reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website17 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 16, 2026
7

Dentists of Tucson

4.5(647)·17 km from Tucson Downtown
86Smyleee

Ste 110, 1060, South Harrison Road, Hermosa Hills, Tucson, Arizona

Closed · Opens today at 7 AM

Documented for dental implants in Tucson, with emergency dentistry on the service list and 21 procedures on file.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dentistry covers sudden pain or injury.

Services:Emergency DentistryBracesChildren / Pediatric DentistryCosmetic Dentistry+17 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 86/1004.5★ · 647 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.5★ Google rating across 647 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 86/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 86/100 · 4.5★ · 647 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published21 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
8

Smile Perfection

4.8(228)·9.9 km from Tucson Downtown
88Smyleee

100, 5828, North Oracle Road, Oracle Foothills Estates, Tucson, Arizona

Closed · Opens today at 8 AM

Dental Implants focus in Tucson, with emergency dentistry listed among 27 documented services.

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Set on North Oracle Road in northwest Tucson, Smile Perfection works as a general and family dental home where one office can cover the routine and the involved. Patients come in for the basics, cleanings, dental fillings, sealants, and treatment for tooth decay, and stay with the same team when something more substantial comes up. That range is the point: you are not bounced between offices when a checkup turns into a crown or a root canal.

The restorative side is broad. The practice places dental implants, builds crowns and bridges, and takes on full mouth rehabilitation for people rebuilding worn or missing teeth. Gum disease treatment and periodontal care address the foundation underneath, while root canal treatment and extractions handle teeth in trouble. For patients dealing with grinding or jaw strain, sleep apnea treatment rounds out the medical-leaning services that not every general office offers.

Cosmetic and orthodontic options give the practice a second dimension. Teeth whitening, dental bonding, veneers, and broader cosmetic dentistry suit anyone focused on appearance, and both Invisalign and traditional braces are available for straightening, so teens and adults can choose the approach that fits their life. With affordable dental care named among the services, cost-conscious patients have a starting point for conversations about treatment plans.

Because family dental care anchors the offering, the practice suits households with a spread of ages and needs, parents wanting steady preventive visits, adults considering implants or a smile makeover, and anyone who values having emergency dentistry on hand when a tooth cracks or aches without warning. The combination of comprehensive general work, cosmetic finishing, and same-office continuity makes Smile Perfection a sensible choice for Tucson residents who would rather keep their care under one roof on the city's north side. Across all of it, the value of one location handling preventive cleanings, restorative crowns and bridges, periodontal care, and orthodontics is that treatment plans stay coordinated and records stay in one place, which tends to make ongoing care simpler to manage for a busy household over the years.

Services:Emergency DentistryBracesComprehensive Dental CareCosmetic Dentistry+23 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 88/1004.8★ · 228 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.8★ Google rating across 228 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 88/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 88/100 · 4.8★ · 228 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published27 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
9

Presidio Dental

4.9(553)·17 km from Tucson Downtown
85Smyleee

100 Suite 100, 8740, North Thornydale Road, Tucson, Arizona

Closed · Opens today at 8 AM

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

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Based on North Thornydale Road in Tucson, Arizona, Presidio Dental is a dental practice serving the area. Holistic, or biological, dentistry applies standard dental diagnosis and treatment within an approach that emphasises material choice and conservative treatment, considering oral health as connected to the body more broadly rather than treating the mouth in isolation.

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.

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. You can reach Presidio Dental through this page to ask a question, check current availability, or request an appointment.

Services:Emergency DentistryDental ImplantsDenturesHolistic Dentistry+2 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 85/1004.9★ · 553 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 553 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 85/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 85/100 · 4.9★ · 553 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website6 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 14, 2026
10

Tucson Biological Dentistry

4.7(153)·4.2 km from Tucson Downtown
84Smyleee

Suite 35, 1601, North Tucson Boulevard, Blenman-Elm Historic District, Tucson, Arizona

Closed · Opens Monday at 9 AM

Dental Implants is the documented focus in Tucson; Emergency Dentistry sits within 13 services on profile.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dentistry is part of the practice as well, giving people a place to turn when a tooth cracks or pain arrives suddenly.

Services:Emergency DentistryChildren / Pediatric DentistryCosmetic DentistryCrowns & Bridges+9 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry4.7★ · 153 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.7★ Google rating across 153 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 84/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · 4.7★ · 153 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published13 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
1Dental Excellence Tucson924.9(659)
2Campbell Dental Group954.9(751)
3Great Smile Family Dentistry934.9(300)
4Newman Dental904.9(506)
5Casas Adobes Dentistry914.9(445)
6Wilmot Family Dentistry954.9(1,042)
7Dentists of Tucson864.5(647)
8Smile Perfection884.8(228)
9Presidio Dental854.9(553)
10Tucson Biological Dentistry844.7(153)

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

Other Top Emergency Dentistry Clinics in Tucson, Arizona

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

#ClinicCitySmyleeeGoogleReviewsAction
#11Advanced Family DentistryTucson90.45.0★713View →
#12Tucson Dental StudioTucson82.24.8★699View →
#13Ideal Dental of TucsonTucson84.64.9★449View →
#14Precision Periodontics & Implantology - Tucson (Dr. Abhishek Patel)Tucson83.24.9★444View →
#15Silverbell DentalTucson82.54.6★103View →
#16Stratman Family DentistryTucson82.24.8★554View →
#17Martin Taylor DentistryTucson80.54.9★303View →
#18Desert Mountain DentalTucson85.04.9★146View →
#19Root Canal SpecialistsTucson80.25.0★179View →
#20Oro Valley Family DentistryTucson81.44.9★263View →
#21E Dental SolutionsTucson78.44.7★159View →
#22Glenn Medical VillageTucson68.34.6★58View →
#23Family Dental GroupTucson60.33.7★41View →

How to Choose a Dentist in Tucson, Arizona

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 6, 2026Independently reviewed

Dental emergencies in Tucson present across the full range of the city's demographic complexity — the Catalina Foothills professional with a fractured CEREC crown, the UA student with an acute abscess during finals week, the Davis-Monthan airman with Tricare dental coverage and an avulsed tooth from a sporting accident, and the south Tucson uninsured patient with acute periapical pain who presents to the UA College of Dentistry emergency clinic as the most accessible after-hours option. Tucson's emergency dental market is shaped by the UA College's emergency dental clinic — which provides same-day access for acute pain and trauma at reduced fees — alongside the private-practice emergency dental offices that serve the insured and self-pay patient community with immediate access and full diagnostic and treatment capability.

Smyleee evaluated Tucson emergency dental practices on confirmed same-day and after-hours availability, diagnostic and treatment capability for the full acute presentation range, Tricare, AHCCCS, and commercial insurance billing, and patient outcome quality under urgent care conditions. These ten Tucson practices are the emergency dental providers the data confirmed as reliably accessible and capable across the full range of southern Arizona's dental emergency patient population.

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud MallickBDS

Frequently Asked Questions

8 questions answered by our editorial team

In Tucson, emergency exam & diagnosis typically cost $100 – $300, based on Smyleee's September 2026 local price data. Actual cost varies by provider, materials, and case complexity.
An emergency root canal in Tucson typically ranges $800 – $1,500 (September 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
An emergency tooth extraction in Tucson typically ranges $200 – $600 (September 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A temporary filling in Tucson typically ranges $100 – $250 (September 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
Smyleee ranks Tucson 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 September 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 Tucson 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 Arizona 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 Tucson 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 6, 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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