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Top 10 Emergency Dentists in Winston-Salem North Carolina

Top 10 Emergency Dentists in Winston-Salem North Carolina

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

Reviewed August 16, 2026Ranking recomputed August 1, 20267 clinicsDr Maqsud Mallick, BDSHow we rank
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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

  • Blake Nelson, DDS is the strongest overall starting point in Winston-Salem if you want a dependable option for dental implants.
  • Twin Oaks Dentistry has the deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page — useful when you want the most established track record before narrowing.
  • Eric J. Sadler, DDS & Associates is one of the clearest places to start if insurance fit matters before you book.

Best overall

Blake Nelson, DDS

Best for Emergency Dentistry.

Tradeoff: Weekend availability is not highlighted

Highest review signal

Twin Oaks Dentistry

The deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page across available portals.

Useful when social proof matters more than pure proximity.

Insurance-friendly

Eric J. Sadler, DDS & Associates

A clearer place to start if insurance fit matters before you book.

Useful when coverage clarity matters more than overall ranking.

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7 listings on this page

93.2Blake Nelson, DDS94.5Eric J. Sadler, DDS & Associates91.8Twin Oaks Dentistry86.9Kenneth R. Russell, DDS86.1Winston Smiles87.3Restoration Dental76.6Twin City Dentistry

Quick Summary

7 clinics scored on this page

93.2

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 Winston-Salem, North Carolina (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 Winston-Salem, North Carolina pricing as of 2026. Actual costs vary by provider, complexity, and insurance coverage. Contact clinics directly for personalized quotes.

Prices verified Aug 16, 2026

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Best overall

Blake Nelson, DDS

Smyleee 93.2

A strong all-around pick if you want a reliable local choice for dental implants.

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Highest review volume

Twin Oaks Dentistry

936 reviews

Useful if you want the option with the deepest visible review signal before narrowing further.

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Insurance-friendly

Eric J. Sadler, DDS & Associates

Insurance accepted

A better place to start if your first question is whether coverage fit is documented clearly enough to reduce booking friction.

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Top Clinics in Winston-Salem Proper

Only clinics physically located in Winston-Salem appear in this primary ranking.

1

Blake Nelson, DDS

5.0(504)·5.2 km from Winston-Salem Downtown
93Smyleee

3066, Trenwest Drive, Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 7:30 AM

Documented for dental implants in Winston-Salem, with emergency dentistry on the service list and 16 procedures on file.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dentistry rounds out the offering, giving patients somewhere to turn when a tooth cracks, a filling fails, or pain arrives without warning, rather than waiting out the discomfort.

Services:Emergency DentistryAffordable Dental CareChildren / Pediatric DentistryCosmetic Dentistry+12 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 93/1005.0★ · 504 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 5.0★ Google rating across 504 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 93/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 93/100 · 5.0★ · 504 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published16 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 3, 2026
2

Eric J. Sadler, DDS & Associates

4.9(787)·4.6 km from Winston-Salem Downtown
95Smyleee

3801, Indiana Avenue, Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8 AM

Dental Implants focus in Winston-Salem, with emergency dentistry listed among 15 documented services.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dentistry means a cracked tooth, lost filling, or sudden ache has a place to go quickly, sparing patients the wait that pain makes unbearable.

Services:Emergency DentistryAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Fillings+11 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 95/1004.9★ · 787 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 787 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 95/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 95/100 · 4.9★ · 787 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published15 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 3, 2026
3

Twin Oaks Dentistry

4.9(936)·7.4 km from Winston-Salem Downtown
92Smyleee

2905, Briarcliffe Road, Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8 AM

Winston-Salem clinic with a dental implants specialty — Emergency Dentistry is on file among 14 procedures.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dentistry rounds out the offering, giving patients a clear path when a tooth breaks, a crown comes loose, or sudden pain sets in, rather than leaving them to wait out the discomfort.

Services:Emergency DentistryAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Crowns+10 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 92/1004.9★ · 936 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 936 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 92/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 92/100 · 4.9★ · 936 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published14 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 3, 2026
4

Kenneth R. Russell, DDS

4.9(259)·6.9 km from Winston-Salem Downtown
87Smyleee

Suite B, 1480, Rymco Drive, Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 7 AM

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

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dentistry ensures that sudden pain or a damaged tooth has somewhere to go quickly, rather than forcing a patient to wait through discomfort.

Services:Emergency DentistryAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Fillings+9 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 87/1004.9★ · 259 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 259 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 87/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 87/100 · 4.9★ · 259 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published13 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 3, 2026
5

Winston Smiles

4.5(470)·6.3 km from Winston-Salem Downtown
86Smyleee

1410, Plaza West Road, Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8 AM

Profile in Winston-Salem flags dental implants; lists Emergency Dentistry alongside 18 other documented services.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dentistry is part of the practice too, giving patients a clear path when a tooth breaks, a crown loosens, or sudden pain strikes, rather than leaving them to wait it out.

Services:Emergency DentistryAffordable Dental CareBracesChildren / Pediatric Dentistry+15 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 86/1004.5★ · 470 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.5★ Google rating across 470 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 86/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 86/100 · 4.5★ · 470 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published19 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 3, 2026
6

Restoration Dental

4.9(192)·8.6 km from Winston-Salem Downtown
87Smyleee

105, 4721, Country Club Road, Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 7:30 AM

Winston-Salem practice known for dental implants, with Emergency Dentistry among 16 documented procedures.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dentistry is available too, so a broken tooth, a lost crown, or sudden pain can be addressed promptly instead of waiting for a distant appointment.

Services:Emergency DentistryAffordable Dental CareChildren / Pediatric DentistryCosmetic Dentistry+12 more
Offers Emergency DentistrySmyleee 87/1004.9★ · 192 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forEmergency Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Emergency Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 192 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 87/100.
Stands outOffers Emergency Dentistry · Smyleee 87/100 · 4.9★ · 192 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published16 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 3, 2026
7

Twin City Dentistry

4.5(39)·3.6 km from Winston-Salem Downtown
77Smyleee

230, Oakwood Drive, Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 7:30 AM

Documented for dental implants in Winston-Salem, with emergency dentistry on the service list and 14 procedures on file.

More about emergency dentistry at this clinic

Emergency dentistry is available for the unexpected, a cracked molar, a sudden ache, a knocked-out tooth, so patients have somewhere to turn quickly rather than waiting out the pain.

Services:Emergency DentistryAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Fillings+10 more
Offers Emergency Dentistry
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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
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
1Blake Nelson, DDS935.0★(504)—✓—✓
2Eric J. Sadler, DDS & Associates954.9★(787)—✓—✓
3Twin Oaks Dentistry924.9★(936)—✓—✓
4Kenneth R. Russell, DDS874.9★(259)—✓—✓
5Winston Smiles864.5★(470)—✓—✓
6Restoration Dental874.9★(192)—✓—✓
7Twin City Dentistry774.5★(39)—✓—✓

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

How to Choose a Dentist in Winston-Salem

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 16, 2026Independently reviewed

Winston-Salem 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 Winston-Salem metro area.

This is the short list. Ten providers in Winston-Salem, North Carolina 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 Winston-Salem, start here.

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud Mallick — BDS

Frequently Asked Questions

8 questions answered by our editorial team

In Winston-Salem, 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 Winston-Salem typically ranges $800 – $1,500 (September 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
An emergency tooth extraction in Winston-Salem typically ranges $200 – $600 (September 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A temporary filling in Winston-Salem typically ranges $100 – $250 (September 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
Smyleee ranks Winston-Salem 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 Winston-Salem 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 North Carolina 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 Winston-Salem 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 16, 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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