Top 10 Emergency Dentists in Waukesha Wisconsin

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

Reviewed August 9, 2026Ranking recomputed August 1, 20266 clinicsDr Maqsud Mallick, BDSHow we rank

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At A Glance

  • Dental Care of Waukesha is the strongest overall starting point in Waukesha if you want a dependable option for orthodontics.
  • Dental Associates Waukesha 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

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Emergency Dentistry Costs in Waukesha, Wisconsin (2026)

Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan

ProcedureTypical Cost
Emergency exam + X-ray$29 – $95
Tooth extraction (simple, emergency)$75 – $300
Tooth extraction (surgical / impacted)$225 – $600
Temporary filling / sedative dressing$75 – $200
Abscess drainage + antibiotics$150 – $400
Dental crown re-cementation$75 – $200
Root canal (emergency, anterior tooth)$700 – $1,200
Chipped tooth repair (bonding)$150 – $400
After-hours / weekend surcharge$50 – $150
Pain management visit$75 – $200

Prices sourced from Aspen Dental Waukesha (aspendental.com), Glo Dental Studio Waukesha (glodentalstudiowi.com), Proven Dental Waukesha (provendental.com), Dousman Family Dentistry (dousmanfamilydentistry.com), Dental Care of Waukesha (dentalcareofwaukesha.com), and Real Dental Costs Wisconsin 2026 analysis (realdentalcosts.com). Ranges reflect Waukesha, Wisconsin cash/out-of-pocket pricing as of 2026 in USD. Specific procedure prices not explicitly listed in search results (extractions, bonding, surcharges, pain management) are estimated using Wisconsin regional averages and the stated range of $75–$6,000 for emergency dental care. Insurance, BadgerCare Plus, or dental savings plans may significantly reduce costs. Contact individual practices for exact quotes.

Prices verified Aug 9, 2026

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Top Clinics in Waukesha Proper

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

84Smyleee

701, East Sunset Drive, Waukesha, Wisconsin

Open until 5 PM

Documented for orthodontics in Waukesha, with emergency dentistry on the service list and 22 procedures on file.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

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.

Services:Emergency DentistryCosmetic DentistryDental CleaningDental Crowns+18 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry4.8★ · 643 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.8★ Google rating across 643 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 84/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · 4.8★ · 643 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published22 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026

1700, Coral Drive, Waukesha, Wisconsin

Closed · Opens today at 9 AM

Pediatric Dentistry focus in Waukesha, with emergency dentistry listed among 29 documented services.

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Proven Dental is at 1700 Coral Drive in Waukesha, Wisconsin — on the Coral Drive corridor in central Waukesha, accessible from the surrounding Waukesha, Brookfield, and New Berlin communities. Dr. James Murphy leads this comprehensive family dental practice whose clinical scope covers not only the standard general and cosmetic range but also oral surgery, periodontal surgery, orthodontics, and cosmetic contouring.

Cosmetic contouring is listed as a specific service — the selective removal of small amounts of enamel to reshape and refine the appearance of teeth without any bonding material, crown preparation, or veneer placement. Contouring can correct minor overlapping, rough edges, pointed canine tips, and asymmetric tooth lengths in cases where small enamel modifications produce a significant cosmetic improvement at minimal clinical intervention. At a Waukesha family dental practice, contouring offers a cost-effective and reversible cosmetic entry point before recommending more extensive bonding or veneer work.

Periodontal surgery alongside oral surgery and endodontics positions this Coral Drive practice at the comprehensive surgical and tissue management end of general dental scope. Periodontal surgery covers the osseous surgery, flap procedures, and crown lengthening that advanced periodontal disease cases require beyond scaling and root planing. Oral surgery covers extractions, wisdom tooth removal, and alveolar procedures. The combination of these in-house capabilities reduces the specialist referral burden for Waukesha patients who need surgical dental care.

Orthodontics and Invisalign cover the alignment range. Oral cancer screening is explicitly listed. TMJ/TMD treatment addresses the jaw dysfunction that presents in the Waukesha commuter professional demographic. Dental sealants for paediatric preventive care, smile makeovers, and sedation dentistry complete the preventive and cosmetic scope.

For Waukesha, Brookfield, and New Berlin-adjacent patients on Coral Drive who want a family dental practice with cosmetic contouring, periodontal surgery, oral surgery, endodontics, and orthodontics under one roof, Dr. Murphy's 1700 Coral Drive address provides that combination.

Services:Emergency DentistryChildren / Pediatric DentistryComprehensive Dental CareCosmetic Contouring+25 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 90/1004.9★ · 200 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 200 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 90/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 90/100 · 4.9★ · 200 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published29 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
83Smyleee

1751, East Main Street, Waukesha, Wisconsin

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8 AM

Waukesha clinic with a pediatric dentistry specialty — Emergency Dentistry is on file among 25 procedures.

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Hillcrest Family Dental operates on East Main Street in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Implants are considered by many dentists the most durable way to replace a missing tooth, since the titanium post fuses with the jaw bone over several months and then supports a crown that functions much like a natural tooth. Enough healthy bone is the main prerequisite, and a graft can build that up first if needed.

Clear aligners straighten teeth through a series of custom, removable trays, each worn for one to two weeks before moving to the next in the sequence. They suit mild to moderate crowding and spacing well, and are worn roughly twenty to twenty-two hours a day for treatment to stay on schedule.

Traditional braces use brackets and wires to gradually move teeth into alignment, handling complex bite corrections and significant crowding more predictably than removable alternatives. Treatment commonly runs one to three years, with a retainer worn afterward to hold the result.

A veneer is a thin custom shell bonded to the front of a tooth to change its shape, length, or colour, most often used to address chips, gaps, or discoloration that whitening alone cannot fix. Traditional veneers require a small amount of enamel to be removed, which makes the change permanent.

Cosmetic treatment is generally the least invasive branch of dentistry, built around changing how teeth look rather than fixing something broken. Whitening and bonding sit at the lighter end; veneers and reshaping involve more planning. Most cosmetic dental insurance excludes this kind of work, since it is elective rather than medically necessary.

Root canal treatment removes infected or inflamed tissue from inside a tooth, cleans and seals the space, and allows the natural tooth to be kept rather than extracted. Its reputation for being painful is largely outdated — carried out under local anaesthetic, it typically relieves pain rather than causing it. 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 DentistryBracesCAD/CAM Dental RestorationsChildren / Pediatric Dentistry+21 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry5.0★ · 278 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 5.0★ Google rating across 278 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 83/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · 5.0★ · 278 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published25 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
81Smyleee

W247 S3114, South Prairie Avenue, Waukesha, Wisconsin

Open until 4 PM

Dental Implants is the documented focus in Waukesha; Emergency Dentistry sits within 25 services on profile.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

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.

Services:Emergency DentistryCAD/CAM Dental RestorationsCosmetic DentistryDental Bonding+21 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry4.9★ · 385 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 385 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 81/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · 4.9★ · 385 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published25 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026

Suite O1, 2120, East Moreland Boulevard, Waukesha, Wisconsin

Closed · Opens today at 9 AM

Profile in Waukesha flags pediatric dentistry; lists Emergency Dentistry alongside 15 other documented services.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

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.

Services:Emergency DentistryBracesChildren / Pediatric DentistryCosmetic Dentistry+12 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry4.9★ · 121 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry and 4.9★ Google rating across 121 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · 4.9★ · 121 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published16 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
74Smyleee

1211, Dolphin Court, Waukesha, Wisconsin

Open until 6 PM

Waukesha practice known for pediatric dentistry, with Emergency Dentistry among 24 documented procedures.

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Based on Dolphin Court in Waukesha, Wisconsin, Dental Associates Waukesha is a dental practice serving the area. A dental implant replaces a missing tooth at the root, not just the crown — a small titanium post is placed in the jaw bone and, once it has integrated over a period of months, a replacement tooth is attached to it. It is generally the most durable option for a single missing tooth or several.

Clear aligners straighten teeth through a series of custom, removable trays, each worn for one to two weeks before moving to the next in the sequence. They suit mild to moderate crowding and spacing well, and are worn roughly twenty to twenty-two hours a day for treatment to stay on schedule.

Traditional braces use brackets and wires to gradually move teeth into alignment, handling complex bite corrections and significant crowding more predictably than removable alternatives. Treatment commonly runs one to three years, with a retainer worn afterward to hold the result.

Cosmetic treatment is generally the least invasive branch of dentistry, built around changing how teeth look rather than fixing something broken. Whitening and bonding sit at the lighter end; veneers and reshaping involve more planning. Most cosmetic dental insurance excludes this kind of work, since it is elective rather than medically necessary.

Root canal treatment removes infected or inflamed tissue from inside a tooth, cleans and seals the space, and allows the natural tooth to be kept rather than extracted. Its reputation for being painful is largely outdated — carried out under local anaesthetic, it typically relieves pain rather than causing it.

Wisdom teeth are removed when they are impacted, repeatedly infected, decayed, or damaging the tooth in front, since they arrive last and often into a jaw with no room left. Not every wisdom tooth needs to come out — one that erupts cleanly and can be kept clean is often left alone. 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 DentistryBracesChildren / Pediatric DentistryCosmetic Dentistry+20 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry
Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry and 433 verified Google reviews.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published24 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 Care of Waukesha844.8(643)
2Proven Dental - Dr. James Murphy904.9(200)
3Hillcrest Family Dental835.0(278)
4Sunset Dental Care814.9(385)
5Superior Dental Family & Cosmetic Dentistry784.9(121)
6Dental Associates Waukesha744.3(433)

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

Other Top Emergency Dentistry Clinics in Waukesha

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

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#11Spring City Family Dental, West Moreland Boulevard, Waukesha, WI, USAWaukesha50.7View →

How to Choose a Dentist in Waukesha

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 9, 2026Independently reviewed

Waukesha 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 Waukesha metro area.

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

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud MallickBDS

Frequently Asked Questions

8 questions answered by our editorial team

In Waukesha, an emergency exam + X-ray typically costs $29 – $95, 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 Waukesha typically ranges $700 – $1,200 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A tooth extraction (simple, emergency) in Waukesha typically ranges $75 – $300 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A tooth extraction (surgical / impacted) in Waukesha typically ranges $225 – $600 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
Smyleee ranks Waukesha 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 Waukesha 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 Wisconsin 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 Waukesha 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 9, 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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