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24 Hour Emergency Dentist in Los Angeles, CA
You should not have to ring a dozen Los Angeles dental offices while your face is swelling. Call us once. We find the dentist, confirm they can treat your problem today, and set the appointment for you.
1-855-219-4656 How do I get emergency dental care in Los Angeles today?
Phone 1-855-219-4656 now. Instead of calling Los Angeles offices one by one, our team already knows which dentists in Los Angeles, CA accept emergencies today and books the earliest appointment for you. Referrals are free. Treatment is paid to the clinic, with or without insurance.
Emergency dentists serving Los Angeles and Los Angeles County
We refer patients throughout Los Angeles and across Los Angeles County, from the center out to Pasadena, Long Beach, Bakersfield. Because we track which offices are open at any hour, you are matched to the nearest available dentist, not simply the first name on a list.
ZIP codes covered in Los Angeles: 90001, 90002, 90003, 90004, 90005, 90006, 90007, 90008, 90009, 90010, 90011, 90012, 90013, 90014, 90015, 90016, 90017, 90018, 90019, 90020, 90021, 90022, 90023, 90024, 90025, 90026, 90027, 90028, 90029, 90030, 90031, 90032, 90033, 90034, 90035, 90036, 90037, 90038, 90039, 90040 and 53 more
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Don't see your ZIP? Call anyway. We cover every neighborhood in Los Angeles County and can refer you to the nearest open clinic.
Partner clinic locations are shared when you call, so you are sent to the one that is open and closest to you.
Emergency dental services available in Los Angeles
Emergency root canal in Los Angeles
Stops the pain and saves the tooth when the nerve is infected.
Emergency tooth extraction in Los Angeles
Same-day removal of infected, cracked or impacted teeth.
Wisdom tooth removal in Los Angeles
Urgent extraction for impacted or infected third molars.
Same-day denture repair in Los Angeles
Cracked plates and broken denture teeth fixed while you wait.
Abscess drainage and antibiotics in Los Angeles
Immediate relief from pressure, swelling and infection.
What to do while you wait for your Los Angeles appointment
- Pain relief: ibuprofen and acetaminophen taken together, as the labels allow, usually work better than either alone. Avoid heat on the face.
- Bleeding: bite on clean gauze or a damp tea bag for 20 minutes without checking. If it soaks through repeatedly, tell the operator when you call.
- Lost filling or crown: keep the crown if you have it. Temporary dental cement from a pharmacy can cover the tooth until your appointment.
- Tooth knocked out: do not scrub the root. Put the tooth in milk or hold it in your cheek and get to the dentist within the hour if you can.
Read the full first-aid guides: tooth abscess, wisdom tooth pain, cracked tooth.
How much does an emergency dentist cost in Los Angeles, CA?
Emergency dental fees in Los Angeles vary by clinic and by how complex the treatment is, but they are rarely higher than a routine visit. Most Los Angeles dentists charge their standard fee, occasionally with a small after-hours surcharge. Ask the operator for the clinic's price range before you book. Every partner quotes the exam fee up front.
| Treatment | Los Angeles range (no insurance) | With insurance (typical) |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency exam + X-ray | $120–$280 | $0–$50 copay |
| Simple extraction | $180–$450 | 20–50% of fee |
| Abscess drainage | $250–$600 | 20–50% of fee |
| Root canal | $900–$1,700 | 30–50% of fee |
| Temporary crown | $120–$350 | 50% of fee |
Estimates from partner clinic fee schedules. Your dentist quotes the exact fee before treatment. Figures reflect partner clinic fee schedules in large metro areas. See the no-insurance guide and full cost guide.
Emergency dentists near Los Angeles
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Los Angeles emergency dentist FAQ
Need a Los Angeles dentist now? Call 1-855-219-4656, free, 24 hours a day.
What should I bring to an emergency appointment in Los Angeles?
Photo ID, a list of medications, your insurance card if you have one, any broken tooth pieces (in milk), and a way to pay the exam fee.
Should I go to a Los Angeles hospital ER for tooth pain?
Only if you have swelling that affects breathing or swallowing, uncontrolled bleeding, or a jaw fracture. Hospital emergency rooms in Los Angeles County generally cannot pull teeth or treat the cause. An emergency dentist can.
What happens if I call at 3 a.m.?
A real person answers. For severe swelling or bleeding you will be advised whether the emergency room is safer. Otherwise we book the first Los Angeles slot available and tell you how to manage the pain until then.
Can I get a same-day tooth extraction in Los Angeles?
In most cases, yes. Los Angeles partner dentists reserve emergency slots for extractions, abscess drainage and broken teeth. If the tooth needs an oral surgeon, we refer you to one with same-day availability.
Does calling guarantee a dentist in Los Angeles itself?
We always look inside Los Angeles first. If nothing is open, we offer the nearest clinic in Los Angeles County, and you can decline any option without charge.
Medically reviewed by Dr. FULL NAME, DDS. Last reviewed . Sources: ADA MouthHealthy, Dental Emergencies, California dental board. Editorial policy.
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