Emergency Dentist in Chula Vista, CA
There are 92 emergency dentists in Chula Vista, CA offering same-day care for tooth pain, broken teeth, dental abscesses, knocked-out teeth, and lost fillings. Average Google rating: 4.7★ based on 15,547 combined reviews. 44 practices are currently accepting new patients.
| Emergency Dentists | Avg Rating | Accepting New Patients | Online Booking Available |
|---|---|---|---|
| 92 | 4.7★ | 44 | 33 |
Dr. Kami Hoss, D.d.s
2226 Otay Lakes Rd, Ste. B, Chula Vista, CA 91915
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday: 8AM - 8PM, Tuesday: 8AM - 8PM, Wednesday: 7AM - 7PM, Thursday: 8AM - 8PM, Friday: 8AM - 8PM, Saturday: 7AM - 4PM, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics, Teen & Adult Dentistry, Dentofacial Orthopedics
Dr. Vivien Lao, D.d.s.
2226 Otay Lakes Rd Ste Aandb, Chula Vista, CA 91915
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Thursday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Saturday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics, Adult Dentistry
Mrs. Nazli Keri, D.d.s.
2226 Otay Lakes Rd Ste A, Chula Vista, CA 91915
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday: 7AM - 7PM, Tuesday: 10AM - 7PM, Wednesday: 7AM - 7PM, Thursday: 7AM - 7PM, Friday: 8AM - 5PM, Saturday: 7AM - 2PM
Specialties: Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics, Teen & Adult Dentistry
Nazli Keri Dds Apc
345 F St, Ste 260, Chula Vista, CA 91910
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday: 7AM - 7PM, Tuesday: 8AM - 7PM, Wednesday: 7AM - 7PM, Thursday: 7AM - 7PM, Friday: 8AM - 5PM, Saturday: 7AM - 2PM, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics, Teen & Adult Dentistry
Dr. Jessica Devera, Dmd
1290 Dawson Dr, Chula Vista, CA 91911
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Mon: 12–6 pm, Tue: 8:30 am–5 pm, Wed: Closed, Thu: 8:30 am–5 pm, Fri: 8 am–3 pm, Sat: 8 am–3 pm, Sun: Closed
Specialties: General Practice Dentistry, Implant Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry
Chieu Pham Dental Corporation
2015 Birch Road, Ste 103, Chula Vista, CA 91915
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday-Friday 9 AM - 5 PM, Saturday-Sunday Closed
Specialties: Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics, Invisalign, Sedation Dentistry
Dr. Samuel Russom, Dds
2015 Birch Rd Ste 103, Chula Vista, CA 91915
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday-Friday 9 AM - 5 PM, Saturday-Sunday Closed
Specialties: Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics, Invisalign, Sedation Dentistry
Rygg and Singh Dental Corporation
878 Eastlake Parkway, Suite 1511, Chula Vista, CA 91914
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Mon 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Tue 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Wed 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Thu 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Fri 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Sat Closed, Sun Closed
Specialties: Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, General Dentistry, Orthodontics, Periodontics
Dr. Safoura Massoumi, Dds Pediatric Dentis
397 E St, Ste #A, Chula Vista, CA 91910
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Mon-Thu: 8:00 am-6:00 pm, Fri: 8:00 am-5:00 pm, Sat: 8:00 am-1:00 pm
Specialties: Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics
Dr. Derek Lichter, D.d.s.
247 F St, Chula Vista, CA 91910
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
Hours: Mon: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., Tue: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Wed: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Thu: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., Fri: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Sat: Closed, Sun: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Implant Dentistry, Sedation Dentistry
Juan Andre Gomes, D.d.s, Inc
860 Kuhn Dr, Suite # 203, Chula Vista, CA 91914
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
Hours: Monday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm, Tuesday: 8:00 am-1:00 pm, Wednesday-Thursday: 9:00 am-6:00 pm, Friday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm, Saturday-Sunday: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Prosthodontics, Implant Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry
East Lake Family Dentistry
970 Eastlake Pkwy, Suite 103, Chula Vista, CA 91914
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday: 8am – 12pm and 1pm – 5pm, Tuesday: 8am – 12pm and 1pm – 5pm, Wednesday: 8am – 12pm and 1pm – 5pm, Thursday: 7am – 11am and 12pm – 4pm, Friday: Closed, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Preventative Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry
Cox Dental Corporation
520 Broadway, Suite 1, Chula Vista, CA 91910
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Sat: 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Sun: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics, Oral Surgery
Dr. Jennifer Cacho
520 Broadway Ste 1, Chula Vista, CA 91910
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Mon-Fri: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Sun: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics, Cosmetic Dentistry
Dr. David Littlefield, D.d.s.
890 Eastlake Parkway, Suite 300, Chula Vista, CA 91914
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Mon: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Tue: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Wed: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Thu: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Fri: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Sat: Closed, Sun: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry
Robert J. Matkovich, D.d.s. Inc.
688 Old Telegraph Canyon Road, Chula Vista, CA 91910
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Mon - Fri: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Specialties: General Dentistry, Family Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry
Dr. Mercedes Razo, D.d.s,m.a.g.d.
885 Canarios Ct, #210, Chula Vista, CA 91910
- ⚡ 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 - 3:00 pm, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. Myriam Villalpando Falcon
500 E H St Apt 3, Chula Vista, CA 91910
- ⚡ 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 - 3:00 pm, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Orthodontics, Restorative Dentistry
Rene R. Alingog, Dds, Inc.
1040 Tierra Del Rey, Suite 103, Chula Vista, CA 91910
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Mon - Thu: 8am-5pm, Fri: 7am-4pm
Specialties: Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. Richard Mowry, Dmd
1040 Tierra Del Rey, Ste #109, Chula Vista, CA 91910
- ⚡ 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: Closed, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Showing top 20 of 92 emergency dentists in Chula Vista, CA.
What Counts as a Dental Emergency in Chula Vista, 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 Chula Vista, CA
Are there emergency dentists in Chula Vista, CA open on weekends?
Yes. Several emergency dentists in Chula Vista, 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 Chula Vista, CA?
Emergency exam fees in Chula Vista, 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 Chula Vista without an appointment?
Some emergency dental practices in Chula Vista, 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. 44 of the 92 emergency practices listed here are currently accepting new patients.
What should I do if I knock out a tooth in Chula Vista?
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 Chula Vista, CA immediately. Reimplantation is most successful within 30–60 minutes of the injury.
Which emergency dentists in Chula Vista accept dental insurance?
Most emergency dentists in Chula Vista, 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 Chula Vista, CA?
Many emergency dental practices in Chula Vista, CA can see patients the same day, often within 1–4 hours of calling. Practices with online booking (33 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 Chula Vista emergency dentist — most practices will advise you over the phone whether you need immediate care.