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24 Hour Emergency Dentist in Richmond, VA
A cracked molar at dinner, a throbbing tooth at 2 a.m., a child's front tooth knocked loose at practice. In Richmond you do not have to wait for Monday. One free call finds a licensed dentist nearby who can see you today.
1-855-219-4656 How do I get emergency dental care in Richmond today?
Call 1-855-219-4656. The line is answered 24 hours a day. Give the operator your Richmond ZIP code and describe the problem. They match you with a partner dentist in Richmond or nearby in City of Richmond County who is open and able to treat it, then book the appointment for you. No insurance is needed and there is no charge for the referral.
Emergency dentists serving Richmond and City of Richmond County
Coverage spans every Richmond neighborhood and the neighboring communities of Norfolk, Alexandria, Arlington. Clinics in our City of Richmond County network offer extended hours, weekend openings and on-call dentists for after-hours pain and injuries.
ZIP codes covered in Richmond: 23173, 23218, 23219, 23220, 23221, 23222, 23223, 23224, 23225, 23226, 23227, 23230, 23232, 23234, 23235, 23236, 23237, 23241, 23249, 23250, 23260, 23261, 23269, 23274, 23276, 23278, 23279, 23282, 23284, 23285, 23286, 23289, 23290, 23291, 23292, 23293, 23295, 23297, 23298
Don't see your ZIP? Call anyway. We cover every neighborhood in City of Richmond 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 Richmond
Lost crown and filling replacement in Richmond
Temporary or permanent restoration in one visit.
Emergency tooth extraction in Richmond
Same-day removal of infected, cracked or impacted teeth.
Sedation for anxious patients in Richmond
Nitrous or oral sedation so treatment can happen today.
Same-day denture repair in Richmond
Cracked plates and broken denture teeth fixed while you wait.
Wisdom tooth removal in Richmond
Urgent extraction for impacted or infected third molars.
What to do while you wait for your Richmond appointment
- Toothache: rinse with warm salt water, floss gently to remove trapped food, and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen as directed on the label. Never place aspirin against the gum.
- Knocked-out tooth: hold it by the crown, rinse briefly, try to place it back in the socket or keep it in milk. Minutes matter.
- Swelling or fever: a cold compress on the cheek, 15 minutes on and 15 off. If swelling reaches your eye or throat, go to the emergency room first.
- Broken tooth or lost crown: keep the piece, cover sharp edges with sugar-free gum or dental wax, and chew on the other side.
Read the full first-aid guides: cracked tooth, broken braces or wire, bleeding that will not stop.
How much does an emergency dentist cost in Richmond, VA?
Most emergency visits in Richmond have two parts: the exam with an X-ray, then the treatment itself. You always hear the treatment price before anything is done. The figures below are based on partner clinic fee schedules in large metro areas and are meant as a guide, not a quote.
| Treatment | Richmond 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 Richmond
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Richmond emergency dentist FAQ
Need a Richmond dentist now? Call 1-855-219-4656, free, 24 hours a day.
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 Richmond slot available and tell you how to manage the pain until then.
Is there a dentist open on weekends in Richmond?
Yes. Several partner clinics serving Richmond and City of Richmond County open on Saturdays, and a smaller number on Sundays. Call 1-855-219-4656 and we will tell you which one has the earliest slot.
Do Richmond emergency dentists treat children?
Yes. Tell the operator the patient's age and we will refer you to a pediatric dentist or a general dentist in Richmond who treats children.
Do I need an appointment or can I walk in?
Call first. Walk-ins are sometimes turned away when a Richmond clinic is full, but a booked emergency slot is held for you.
Which ZIP codes in Richmond do you cover?
All of them, from 23173 to 23298 and every code in between. If your ZIP is in City of Richmond County, we will find the nearest open clinic.
Medically reviewed by Dr. FULL NAME, DDS. Last reviewed . Sources: ADA MouthHealthy, Dental Emergencies, Virginia dental board. Editorial policy.
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