Emergency Dentist in Berkeley, CA
There are 61 emergency dentists in Berkeley, CA offering same-day care for tooth pain, broken teeth, dental abscesses, knocked-out teeth, and lost fillings. Average Google rating: 4.8★ based on 2,698 combined reviews. 18 practices are currently accepting new patients.
| Emergency Dentists | Avg Rating | Accepting New Patients | Online Booking Available |
|---|---|---|---|
| 61 | 4.8★ | 18 | 10 |
Dr. Sandor Hites, Dds
2240 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday: 8:00am–8:00pm, Tuesday: 8:00am–8:00pm, Wednesday: 11:00am–8:00pm, Thursday: 11:00am–8:00pm, Friday: 8:00am–5:00pm, Saturday: 9:00am–3:00pm, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Endodontics, Oral Surgery
Dr. Kaitlin Katsura
2640 Telegraph Ave Ste 101, Berkeley, CA 94704
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Mon - Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm, Sat: 8:00am - 12:00pm, Sun: Closed
Specialties: Pediatric Dentistry
Katsura Khalil Nakazato Khosrovani Dds Inc.
2640 Telegraph Ave, Suite 101, Berkeley, CA 94704
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Mon - Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm, Sat: 8:00am - 12:00pm (Noon), Sun: Closed
Specialties: Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. Nooshan Mirhadi, D.d.s.
2914 Domingo Ave, Suite A, Berkeley, CA 94705
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
Hours: Mon-Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm, Closed between 1-2 PM (Lunch), Sat-Sun: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Family Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry
Mrs. Holly Wieber, Dds
3017 Telegraph Ave, #300, Berkeley, CA 94705
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Sunday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Preventive Dentistry, Orthodontics
Dr. Alex Devigal, D.d.s.
917 the Alameda, Berkeley, CA 94707
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
Hours: Monday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm, Tuesday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm, Wednesday: Closed, Thursday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm, Friday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm, Saturday: By appointment only, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry
Dr. Phillip Saddler, D.d.s.
1504 Alcatraz Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
Hours: Monday 9:00am - 5:30pm, Tuesday 9:00am - 5:30pm, Wednesday 9:00am - 5:30pm, Thursday 9:00am - 5:30pm, Friday Closed, Saturday Closed, Sunday Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Preventive Care, Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Treatments
Dr. Leila Pakravan, Dds
2136 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Tuesday-Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Friday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Saturday: By Appointment Only, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Oral Surgery, Implantology
Dr. Caitlin Desmet, Dds
2435 Webster St Ste 100, Berkeley, CA 94705
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
Hours: Monday 8:00am - 5pm, Tuesday 8:00am - 5pm, Wednesday 8:00am - 5pm, Thursday 8:00am - 5pm, Friday 8:00am - 12pm, Saturday Special Appointments, Sunday Special Appointments
Specialties: General Dentistry, Emergency Dental Care, Orthodontics, Restorative Dentistry
Dr. Marchelle King, D.d.s.
3045 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday Closed, Tuesday-Friday 8am-5pm
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Implant Dentistry, Invisalign
Dr. Richard Berger, D.d.s.
2522 Dana St, Suite 202, Berkeley, CA 94704
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Friday: 7:00 am - 2:00 pm (Closed for lunch 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm). Offers surgery appointments one Saturday a month.
Specialties: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Dr. Ricky Singh, D.m.d
914 the Alameda, Berkeley, CA 94707
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday 8 AM - 5 PM, Tuesday 8 AM - 5 PM, Wednesday 8 AM - 5 PM, Thursday 8 AM - 5 PM, Friday 8 AM - 5 PM, Saturday Closed, Sunday Closed
Specialties: family dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, All-On-4 dental implants
Dr. Tristan Mendoza, Dds.
3000 Colby St, Ste. 302, Berkeley, CA 94705
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
Hours: Monday: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM, Tuesday: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM, Wednesday: 07:00 AM - 03:30 PM, Thursday: Closed, Friday: 07:00 AM - 03:30 PM, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry
Dr. Thomas Cane, Dds
1206 the Alameda, Berkeley, CA 94709
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm, Tuesday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm, Wednesday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm, Thursday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm, Friday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Dental Implants
Miss Lindsey Koida, Dds
909 University Ave., Berkeley, CA 94710
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Tuesday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday: Closed, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Dental Anxiety
Dr. Laura Lawson, Dds
3017 Telegraph Ave 300, Berkeley, CA 94705
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
Hours: Mon-Thu: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Fri: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sat-Sun: Closed
Specialties: Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Biological Dentistry, Holistic Dentistry
P M Kasrovi Dds Ms a Prof Dental Corp
910 Ensenada Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm, Saturday appointments available during school year
Specialties: Orthodontics, Dentofacial Orthopedics
Dr. Roger Ota, Dds
2020 Hearst Ave, Berkeley, CA 94709
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
Hours: Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Specialties: Prosthodontics, General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Implant Dentistry
Showing top 20 of 61 emergency dentists in Berkeley, CA.
What Counts as a Dental Emergency in Berkeley, CA?
A dental emergency is any situation causing severe pain, uncontrolled bleeding, or risk of permanent tooth loss that requires prompt professional care. The following conditions warrant same-day treatment:
| Emergency Type | Symptoms | What to Do |
|---|---|---|
| Severe Toothache | Throbbing pain, swelling, fever | Call same-day; may indicate abscess |
| Knocked-Out Tooth | Tooth fully dislodged | Keep moist in milk, see dentist within 1 hour |
| Broken or Chipped Tooth | Jagged edge, pain on bite | Rinse, save fragments, call immediately |
| Dental Abscess | Pus, swelling, bad taste | Urgent — infection can spread systemically |
| Lost Crown or Filling | Exposed tooth, sensitivity | Temporary cement from pharmacy; call same day |
| Soft Tissue Injury | Bleeding gums, lip, or tongue | Apply pressure; seek care if bleeding persists |
Frequently Asked Questions — Emergency Dentist in Berkeley, CA
Are there emergency dentists in Berkeley, CA open on weekends?
Yes. Several emergency dentists in Berkeley, CA offer Saturday and some Sunday hours. Check the office hours listed on each practice profile above — look for practices with Saturday or evening hours for the best same-day availability.
How much does emergency dental care cost in Berkeley, CA?
Emergency exam fees in Berkeley, CA typically range from $75–$200 without insurance. Treatment costs vary by procedure: a root canal runs $700–$1,500; a tooth extraction $150–$400; a dental crown $1,000–$1,800. Most practices listed above accept major dental insurance plans and many offer CareCredit financing.
Can I walk in to an emergency dentist in Berkeley without an appointment?
Some emergency dental practices in Berkeley, CA do accept walk-ins, but calling ahead is strongly recommended — it reserves a slot and ensures the dentist is prepared for your specific emergency. 18 of the 61 emergency practices listed here are currently accepting new patients.
What should I do if I knock out a tooth in Berkeley?
Pick up the tooth by the crown (not the root), rinse it gently with water, and keep it moist — ideally in a glass of milk or between your cheek and gum. Call an emergency dentist in Berkeley, CA immediately. Reimplantation is most successful within 30–60 minutes of the injury.
Which emergency dentists in Berkeley accept dental insurance?
Most emergency dentists in Berkeley, CA accept major PPO dental insurance plans including Delta Dental, Cigna, Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Guardian, MetLife, and UnitedHealthcare. Check each individual practice profile for the specific plans accepted, or call ahead to confirm coverage before your visit.
How quickly can I get an emergency dental appointment in Berkeley, CA?
Many emergency dental practices in Berkeley, CA can see patients the same day, often within 1–4 hours of calling. Practices with online booking (10 listed here) may allow you to schedule directly without a phone call. For life-threatening dental infections with facial swelling or difficulty breathing, go to the nearest emergency room.
What is a dental emergency vs. a routine visit?
A dental emergency involves severe pain, uncontrolled bleeding, a knocked-out tooth, a dental abscess, or a broken tooth with exposed nerve — all requiring same-day care. Routine care (cleanings, check-ups, minor sensitivity) can wait for a scheduled appointment. When in doubt, call a Berkeley emergency dentist — most practices will advise you over the phone whether you need immediate care.