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 July 30, 2026Ranking recomputed July 1, 20266 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

  • Wilmot Family Dentistry is the strongest overall starting point in Tucson if you want a dependable option for cosmetic dentistry.
  • Advanced Family Dentistry has the deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page — useful when you want the most established track record before narrowing.

Quick Summary

6 clinics scored on this page

94.5

Tap any clinic below to jump to its card and compare ratings at a glance.

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 Jul 30, 2026

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Top Clinics in Tucson Proper

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

1

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 Monday at 8 AM

Documented for cosmetic dentistry in Tucson, with emergency dentistry on the service list and 17 procedures on file.

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
2

Advanced Family Dentistry

5.0(704)·8.7 km from Tucson Downtown
92Smyleee

5209, North Oracle Road, Tucson, Arizona

Closed · Opens Monday at 8 AM

Cosmetic Dentistry focus in Tucson, with emergency dentistry listed among 14 documented services.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Service coverage spans preventive cleanings and exams, composite fillings, dental crowns and bridges, root canal treatment, basic extractions, gum-disease management, and emergency dental visits for acute pain or trauma.

Services:Emergency DentistryAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Bridges+10 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 92/1005.0★ · 704 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 5.0★ Google rating across 704 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 92/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 92/100 · 5.0★ · 704 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website14 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified May 4, 2026
3

Pima Family Dentistry

5.0(141)·6.1 km from Tucson Downtown
88Smyleee

1802, East Prince Road, Richland Heights West, Tucson, Arizona

Closed · Opens Monday at 7 AM

Profile in Tucson lists Emergency Dentistry alongside Affordable Dental Care and Dental Bridges across 13 documented procedures.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

The practice's tenure in the area means many cases come in through word-of-mouth from longtime patients rather than walk-ins, which tends to shape the day-to-day toward continuity rather than first-visit churn.

Services:Emergency DentistryAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Bridges+9 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 88/1005.0★ · 141 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 5.0★ Google rating across 141 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 88/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 88/100 · 5.0★ · 141 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website13 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified May 4, 2026
4

Desert Mountain Dental

4.9(143)·6.3 km from Tucson Downtown
84Smyleee

3673, North Campbell Avenue, Campus Farm, Tucson, Arizona

Closed · Opens Monday at 8 AM

Porcelain Veneers is the documented focus in Tucson; Emergency Dentistry sits within 8 services on profile.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

If you've chipped a front tooth and want it repaired by a dentist who handles cosmetic work daily rather than an emergency-only office, this is the kind of practice that fits that case.

Services:Emergency DentistryCosmetic DentistryDental BondingDental Fillings+4 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry4.9★ · 143 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 143 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 84/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · 4.9★ · 143 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website8 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified May 4, 2026
5

Glenn Medical Village

4.6(57)·9.5 km from Tucson Downtown
68Smyleee

5170, East Glenn Street, Tucson Medical Center, Tucson, Arizona

Profile in Tucson flags cosmetic dentistry; lists Emergency Dentistry alongside 16 other documented services.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Services include routine cleanings, exams, composite fillings, crowns and bridges, root canal treatment, basic extractions, gum-disease management, and emergency visits for acute cases.

Services:Emergency DentistryAffordable Dental CareChildren / Pediatric DentistryCosmetic Dentistry+13 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry and 57 verified Google reviews.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry
Proof17 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified May 4, 2026
6

Family Dental Group

3.7(41)·9.5 km from Tucson Downtown
60Smyleee

# 170, 5170, East Glenn Street, Tucson Medical Center, Tucson, Arizona

Closed · Opens Monday at 8 AM

Tucson practice known for cosmetic dentistry, with Emergency Dentistry among 16 documented procedures.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

The clinic runs as a broad general-dentistry office — cleanings, fillings, crowns, root canals, basic extractions, and emergency visits — rather than a narrow specialty practice. The clinic also handles same-day emergency dental visits for cracked teeth, lost crowns, or acute pain — useful when the regular calendar can't fit an urgent issue.

Services:Emergency DentistryAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Bridges+12 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 number16 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified May 4, 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
1Wilmot Family Dentistry954.9(1,042)
2Advanced Family Dentistry925.0(704)
3Pima Family Dentistry885.0(141)
4Desert Mountain Dental844.9(143)
5Glenn Medical Village684.6(57)
6Family Dental Group603.7(41)

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

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

#ClinicCitySmyleeeGoogleReviewsAction
#11Great Smile Family DentistryTucson49.3View →
#12Pima Family DentistryTucson49.3View →
#13Campbell Dental GroupTucson49.3View →
#14Dental Excellence TucsonTucson46.6View →
#15Silverbell DentalTucson46.6View →
#16Smile PerfectionTucson46.6View →
#17Casas Adobes DentistryTucson46.6View →
#18Dentists of TucsonTucson46.6View →
#19Newman DentalTucson46.6View →
#20Tucson Biological DentistryTucson46.6View →

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 July 30, 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 August 2026 local price data. Actual cost varies by provider, materials, and case complexity.
An emergency root canal in Tucson typically ranges $800 – $1,500 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
An emergency tooth extraction in Tucson typically ranges $200 – $600 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A temporary filling in Tucson typically ranges $100 – $250 (August 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 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 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: July 30, 2026
  • Ranking last recomputed: July 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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