Emergency Dentist in Chico, CA
There are 52 emergency dentists in Chico, 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 11,075 combined reviews. 19 practices are currently accepting new patients.
| Emergency Dentists | Avg Rating | Accepting New Patients | Online Booking Available |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52 | 4.6★ | 19 | 14 |
Dr. Cyrus Oster, Dds
2539 Forest Ave, Chico, CA 95928
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Mon: 7:30 am – 4:30 pm, Tue: 7:30 am – 2:30 pm, Wed: 7:30 am – 4:30 pm, Thurs: 7:30 am – 4:30 pm, Fri – Sat – Sun: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Oral Surgery
Dr. Fariba Forouzan
2471 Cohasset Rd, Ste 170, Chico, CA 95926
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (also offers evening and weekend appointments)
Specialties: General Dentistry, Orthodontics, Cosmetic Dentistry, Emergency Dental Care
Western Dental Services, Inc.
2471 Cohasset Rd Ste 170, Chico, CA 95926
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Specialties: Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, General Dentistry, Orthodontics, Cosmetic Dentistry
Dr. Anna Lyn Aleta, Dmd
2471 Cohasset Rd, Chico, CA 95926
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Sunday Closed
Specialties: Dentistry, General Dentistry, Orthodontics, Cosmetic Dentistry
Dr. Kevin Kremer, Dds
3 Glenbrook Ct, Chico, CA 95973
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Glenbrook Ct: Monday 8AM - 5PM, Tuesday 7AM - 6PM, Wednesday 8AM - 5PM, Thursday 7AM - 6PM, Friday 8AM - 5PM. Saturday/Sunday Closed. Philadelphia Square: Monday-Friday 8am - 5pm. Saturday/Sunday Closed.
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Implant Dentistry, Preventive Dentistry
Dr. Yeaeun Jeong
140 Independence Cir, Chico, CA 95973
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, Saturday-Sunday Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Implant Dentistry, Invisalign
Mr. W Wilson, Dds
8 Governors Ln, Chico, CA 95926
- ⚡ 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: 7:00 am-1:00 pm, Friday: By Appointment, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry
Dr. Heidi Sayegh, Dds
77 Chicory Rd, Chico, CA 95928
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Mon: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Tue: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Wed: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM, Thu: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Fri: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Sat: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Sun: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Specialties: Family Dentistry, Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, Oral Surgery
Dr. Dale Madsen, D.d.s.
1279 E 1st Ave, Suite E, Chico, CA 95926
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
Hours: Mon: 8am - 6pm, Tue: Closed, Wed: 8am - 6pm, Thu: 9am - 12pm, Fri: 8am - 6pm, Sat: Closed, Sun: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Oral Surgery
Dr. Thomas Nguyen, D.d.s.
1931 E 20th St, Chico, CA 95928
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Mon: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Tue: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Wed: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Thu: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Fri: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Sat: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sun: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Oral Surgery, Endodontics, Cosmetic Dentistry
Dr. Robin Saunders, Dds
110 Yellowstone Dr, Suite 100, Chico, CA 95973
- ⚡ 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: CLOSED, Saturday: CLOSED, Sunday: CLOSED
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry
Amardeep Gill and Dhaval Patel Dental Corporation
241 W East Ave Ste 1, Chico, CA 95926
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Mon: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Tue: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Wed: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Thu: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Fri: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Sat: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Sun: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Family Dentistry, Oral Surgery, Orthodontics
Dr. George Brownridge, Dentist
2525 Ceanothus Ave, Chico, CA 95973
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Wednesday-Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Friday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Specialties: Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Cosmetic Surgery
Dr. Harvey Thomas, D.d.s.
650 Rio Lindo Ave, Suite 11, Chico, CA 95926
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8am to 5pm (Closed daily for lunch: 1pm to 2pm), Friday: Closed, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Family Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry
Dr. Cherukupalli Rao, Dds
1074 East Ave Ste R, Chico, CA 95926
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
Hours: Mon: Closed, Tue-Thu: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Fri: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Sat-Sun: Closed
Specialties: Dentistry, General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry
Jacobson Dental Corp
1535 Springfield Dr Ste 110, Chico, CA 95928
- ⚡ 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 - 2:00 pm, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics, Special Needs Dentistry
Dr. Michael Muff, D.d.s.
2765 Esplanade, Chico, CA 95973
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Dental Implants
Dr. Daniel Surh, D.m.d.
2477 Forest Ave Ste 170, Chico, CA 95928
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Mon: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Tue: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Wed: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Thu: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Fri: Closed, Sat: Closed, Sun: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Family Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Orthodontics
Dr. Steven Crowson, D.m.d.
1206 Esplanade, Chico, CA 95926
- ⚡ 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: Closed, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: Emergency Dentistry, Dentistry, General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry
Dr. Donald Fowkes, Dds
1277 East Ave Ste 100, Chico, CA 95926
- ⚡ Emergency Services
Specialties: Dentistry, General Dentist, General Practice
Showing top 20 of 52 emergency dentists in Chico, CA.
What Counts as a Dental Emergency in Chico, 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 Chico, CA
Are there emergency dentists in Chico, CA open on weekends?
Yes. Several emergency dentists in Chico, 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 Chico, CA?
Emergency exam fees in Chico, 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 Chico without an appointment?
Some emergency dental practices in Chico, 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. 19 of the 52 emergency practices listed here are currently accepting new patients.
What should I do if I knock out a tooth in Chico?
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 Chico, CA immediately. Reimplantation is most successful within 30–60 minutes of the injury.
Which emergency dentists in Chico accept dental insurance?
Most emergency dentists in Chico, 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 Chico, CA?
Many emergency dental practices in Chico, CA can see patients the same day, often within 1–4 hours of calling. Practices with online booking (14 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 Chico emergency dentist — most practices will advise you over the phone whether you need immediate care.