Emergency Dentist in Carlsbad, CA

There are 55 emergency dentists in Carlsbad, CA offering same-day care for tooth pain, broken teeth, dental abscesses, knocked-out teeth, and lost fillings. Average Google rating: 4.6★ based on 7,511 combined reviews. 29 practices are currently accepting new patients.

Emergency Dentists Avg Rating Accepting New Patients Online Booking Available
55 4.6★ 29 23
1

3144 El Camino Real Ste 102, Carlsbad, CA 92008

(760) 585-4985

5/5 (1051 Google reviews)

  • ⚡ Emergency Services
  • ✓ Accepting New Patients
  • 📅 Online Booking

Hours: Monday: 8 AM – 5 PM, Tuesday: 8 AM – 5 PM, Wednesday: 8 AM – 4 PM, Thursday: 8 AM – 5 PM, Friday: 8 AM – 5 PM, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed

Specialties: Pediatric Dentistry

2

2963 Madison St, Carlsbad, CA 92008

(760) 730-0400

5/5 (808 Google reviews)

  • ⚡ Emergency Services
  • ✓ Accepting New Patients
  • 📅 Online Booking

Hours: Monday 8AM - 5PM, Thursday 7AM - 4PM, Friday Closed

Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry

3

2020 Cassia Rd., Suite 102, Carlsbad, CA 92009

(760) 889-8180

5/5 (742 Google reviews)

  • ⚡ Emergency Services
  • ✓ Accepting New Patients

Hours: Monday: 8 AM–5 PM, Tuesday: 8 AM–5 PM, Wednesday: 8 AM–5 PM, Thursday: 8 AM–5 PM, Friday: 9 AM–3 PM, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed

Specialties: Orthodontics, Dentofacial Orthopedics

4

2620 El Camino Real Ste A, Carlsbad, CA 92008

(760) 994-4109

4.3/5 (561 Google reviews)

  • ⚡ Emergency Services
  • ✓ Accepting New Patients
  • 📅 Online Booking

Hours: Mon: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Tue: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Wed: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Thu: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Fri: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM (By appointment), Sun: Closed

Specialties: General Dentistry, Orthodontics, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants

5

2620 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92008

(760) 720-0966

4.3/5 (561 Google reviews)

  • ⚡ Emergency Services
  • ✓ Accepting New Patients
  • 📅 Online Booking

Hours: Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Saturday: Closed (By appointment), Sunday: Closed

Specialties: General Dentistry, Orthodontics, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants

6

2879 Hope Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92008

(760) 729-5881

5/5 (486 Google reviews)

  • ⚡ Emergency Services
  • ✓ Accepting New Patients
  • 📅 Online Booking

Hours: Monday: 7 am - 4 pm, Tuesday: 7 am - 4 pm, Wednesday: 7 am - 8 pm, Thursday: 7 am - 4 pm, Friday: 7 am - 6 pm, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed

Specialties: Emergency Dentistry, General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Aesthetic Dentistry

7

7720 Rancho Santa Fe Rd, #225, Carlsbad, CA 92009

(951) 333-5127

5/5 (318 Google reviews)

  • ⚡ Emergency Services
  • ✓ Accepting New Patients

Hours: Mon – Thu: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Fri: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Sat: Closed, Sun: Closed

Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry

8

2020 Cassia Rd Ste 102, Carlsbad, CA 92009

(760) 918-0798

4.6/5 (283 Google reviews)

  • ⚡ 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

Specialties: Emergency Dentistry, Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Sedation Dentistry

9

6221 Metropolitan St, Suite 202, Carlsbad, CA 92009

(760) 438-1279

4.9/5 (262 Google reviews)

  • ⚡ Emergency Services
  • ✓ Accepting New Patients
  • 📅 Online Booking

Hours: Monday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm, Tuesday: Closed, Wednesday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Thursday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Friday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed

Specialties: Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics

10

3257 Camino De Los Coches Ste 304, Carlsbad, CA 92009

(760) 633-1131

4.9/5 (262 Google reviews)

  • ⚡ Emergency Services
  • ✓ Accepting New Patients
  • 📅 Online Booking

Hours: Mon to Fri 8am to 5pm

Specialties: Pediatric Dentistry

11

5814 Van Allen Way, Ste 220, Carlsbad, CA 92008

(760) 918-9000

4.7/5 (199 Google reviews)

  • ⚡ Emergency Services
  • ✓ Accepting New Patients
  • 📅 Online Booking

Hours: Mon: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm, Tue: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Wed: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm, Thu: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Fri: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Sat: 8:00 am – 3:30 pm, Sun: Closed

Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Orthodontics, Periodontics

12

300 Carlsbad Village Dr, Suite 203, Carlsbad, CA 92008

(760) 487-0203

4.1/5 (166 Google reviews)

  • ⚡ Emergency Services
  • ✓ Accepting New Patients
  • 📅 Online Booking

Hours: Mon: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Tue: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Wed: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Thu: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Fri: 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM, Sat: Closed, Sun: Closed

Specialties: Emergency Dentistry, General Dentistry, Family Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry

13

7740 El Camino Real, Suite #C, Carlsbad, CA 92009

(760) 634-2244

3.9/5 (144 Google reviews)

  • ⚡ Emergency Services
  • ✓ Accepting New Patients
  • 📅 Online Booking

Hours: Monday: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Sunday: Closed

Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Implant Dentistry, Orthodontics

14

4663 Meadow Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92010

(760) 720-9196

4.9/5 (116 Google reviews)

  • ⚡ Emergency Services
  • ✓ Accepting New Patients
  • 📅 Online Booking

Hours: Mon: 10:30am - 7:00pm, Tues: 7:00am-12:00pm, Wed: 9:30am-6:00pm, Thu: 7:00am - 3:30pm, Fri: Closed, Sat: Closed, Sun: Closed

Specialties: Emergency Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, General & Preventive Dentistry, Children's Dentistry

15

2635 Gateway Rd, Suite 101, Carlsbad, CA 92009

(760) 431-8112

4.2/5 (115 Google reviews)

  • ⚡ Emergency Services
  • ✓ Accepting New Patients
  • 📅 Online Booking

Hours: Mon 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Tue 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Wed 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Thu 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Fri 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM, Sat Closed, Sun Closed

Specialties: Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, General Dentistry, Orthodontics, Endodontics

16

2635 Gateway Rd Ste 101, Carlsbad, CA 92009

(760) 444-4094

4.2/5 (115 Google reviews)

  • ⚡ Emergency Services
  • ✓ Accepting New Patients
  • 📅 Online Booking

Hours: Mon: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Tue: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Wed: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Thu: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Fri: 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM, Sat: Closed, Sun: Closed

Specialties: General Dentistry, Orthodontics, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants

17

2020 Cassia Rd. Suite101, Carlsbad, CA 92009

(760) 438-8353

4.2/5 (69 Google reviews)

  • ⚡ Emergency Services
  • ✓ Accepting New Patients

Hours: Monday-Thursday, 7:30am to 5pm

Specialties: Emergency Dentistry, Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry

18

3144 El Camino Real Ste 104, Carlsbad, CA 92008

(760) 720-7372

5/5 (58 Google reviews)

  • ⚡ Emergency Services
  • ✓ Accepting New Patients

Hours: Monday: 8am - 5pm, Tuesday: 8am - 5pm, Wednesday: 9am - 6pm, Thursday: 8am - 5pm, Friday: 8am - 1pm, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed

Specialties: Periodontics, Dental Implants

19

6971 El Camino Real Ste 102, Carlsbad, CA 92009

(760) 688-0791

4.9/5 (56 Google reviews)

  • ⚡ Emergency Services
  • ✓ Accepting New Patients
  • 📅 Online Booking

Hours: Mon. 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Tue. 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Wed. 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Thu. 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Fri. 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Sat. Closed, Sun. 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Specialties: Emergency Dentistry, General Dentistry, Oral Surgery, Periodontics

20

6965 El Camino Real Ste 201, Carlsbad, CA 92009

(760) 804-0080

5/5 (24 Google reviews)

  • ⚡ Emergency Services
  • ✓ Accepting New Patients
  • 📅 Online Booking

Hours: Mon - Fri 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Sat By appointments only, Sun Closed

Specialties: Orthodontics, Dentofacial Orthopedics

Showing top 20 of 55 emergency dentists in Carlsbad, CA.

What Counts as a Dental Emergency in Carlsbad, 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 TypeSymptomsWhat to Do
Severe ToothacheThrobbing pain, swelling, feverCall same-day; may indicate abscess
Knocked-Out ToothTooth fully dislodgedKeep moist in milk, see dentist within 1 hour
Broken or Chipped ToothJagged edge, pain on biteRinse, save fragments, call immediately
Dental AbscessPus, swelling, bad tasteUrgent — infection can spread systemically
Lost Crown or FillingExposed tooth, sensitivityTemporary cement from pharmacy; call same day
Soft Tissue InjuryBleeding gums, lip, or tongueApply pressure; seek care if bleeding persists

Frequently Asked Questions — Emergency Dentist in Carlsbad, CA

Are there emergency dentists in Carlsbad, CA open on weekends?

Yes. Several emergency dentists in Carlsbad, 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 Carlsbad, CA?

Emergency exam fees in Carlsbad, 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 Carlsbad without an appointment?

Some emergency dental practices in Carlsbad, 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. 29 of the 55 emergency practices listed here are currently accepting new patients.

What should I do if I knock out a tooth in Carlsbad?

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 Carlsbad, CA immediately. Reimplantation is most successful within 30–60 minutes of the injury.

Which emergency dentists in Carlsbad accept dental insurance?

Most emergency dentists in Carlsbad, 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 Carlsbad, CA?

Many emergency dental practices in Carlsbad, CA can see patients the same day, often within 1–4 hours of calling. Practices with online booking (23 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 Carlsbad emergency dentist — most practices will advise you over the phone whether you need immediate care.