Emergency Dentist in Fairfield, CT

There are 43 emergency dentists in Fairfield, CT offering same-day care for tooth pain, broken teeth, dental abscesses, knocked-out teeth, and lost fillings. Average Google rating: 4.7★ based on 7,516 combined reviews. 21 practices are currently accepting new patients.

Emergency Dentists Avg Rating Accepting New Patients Online Booking Available
43 4.7★ 21 16
1

400 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824

(203) 254-3780

4.9/5 (1088 Google reviews)

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

Hours: Monday: 8am-5pm, Tuesday: 8am-7pm, Wednesday: 8am-7pm, Thursday: 8am-5pm, Friday: 8am-2pm, Saturday: 8am-2pm, Sunday: Closed

Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Prosthodontics, Orthodontics

2

1476 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824

(203) 292-9596

4.8/5 (909 Google reviews)

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

Hours: Monday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (Open every other Monday), 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 (Open every other Friday), Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed

Specialties: Orthodontics, Dentofacial Orthopedics

3

1478 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824

(203) 255-6851

4.7/5 (841 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 - 6:00 pm, Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Saturday: 8:00 am - 1:00 pm (2nd Saturday of each month), Sunday: Closed

Specialties: Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics

4

1476 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824

(203) 292-9595

4.7/5 (841 Google reviews)

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

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (some days until 8:00 PM), Saturday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM (2nd Saturday of each month), Sunday: Closed

Specialties: Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics, Comprehensive Early Dental Care, Preventive Dentistry

5

1300 Post Rd Ste 101, Fairfield, CT 06824

(203) 259-7870

5/5 (524 Google reviews)

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

Hours: Monday: 8:00am - 5:00pm, Tuesday: 8:00am - 5:00pm, Thursday: 8:00am - 6:00pm, Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm, Saturday: 8:00am - 1:00pm

Specialties: Prosthodontics, General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Implant Dentistry

6

500 Kings Hwy E, Fairfield, CT 06825

(203) 335-4919

4.8/5 (500 Google reviews)

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

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 9am–6pm, Friday: 9am–2pm, Saturday-Sunday: Closed

Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Oral Surgery, Implant Dentistry

7

500 Kings Hwy E, Fairfield, CT 06825

(203) 368-9016

4.8/5 (500 Google reviews)

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

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 9am–6pm, Friday: 9am–2pm, Saturday-Sunday: Closed

Specialties: Emergency Dentistry, General Dentistry, Oral Surgery, Dental Implants

8

2452 Black Rock Tpke Ste 12, Fairfield, CT 06825

(203) 372-9848

4.9/5 (461 Google reviews)

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

Hours: Mon - Thu: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Fri: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Sat: By appointment only, Sun: Closed

Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Preventive Care, Restorative Procedures

9

1809 Black Rock Tpke, Fairfield, CT 06825

(203) 335-4413

5/5 (297 Google reviews)

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

Hours: Monday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Saturday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Sunday: Closed

Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Invisalign, Implant Dentistry

10

1476 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824

(203) 307-0996

4.8/5 (270 Google reviews)

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

Hours: Mon: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (every other), Tue: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Wed: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Thu: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Fri: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (every other), Sat: Closed, Sun: Closed

Specialties: Orthodontics, Dentofacial Orthopedics

11

140 Sherman St, Fairfield, CT 06824

(203) 254-9533

5/5 (256 Google reviews)

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

Hours: Mon: 9:00am to 6:00pm, Tue: 8:00am to 6:00pm, Wed: 8:00am to 3:00pm, Thu: 8:00am to 5:00pm, Fri: 8:00am to 12:00pm

Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Preventative Dentistry

12

140 Sherman St W Suite 3a, Fairfield, CT 06824

(619) 495-9444

5/5 (256 Google reviews)

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

Hours: Mon: 9:00am to 6:00pm, Tue: 8:00am to 6:00pm, Wed: 8:00am to 3:00pm, Thu: 8:00am to 5:00pm, Fri: 8:00am to 12:00pm

Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Preventative Dentistry

13

60 Katona Dr, Suite 20, Fairfield, CT 06824

(203) 561-5749

5/5 (219 Google reviews)

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

Hours: Mon: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Tue: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Wed: Closed, Thu: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Fri: Closed, Sat: 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Sun: Closed

Specialties: General Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Implant Dentistry

14

2226 Black Rock Tpke, Fairfield, CT 06825

(203) 366-7600

5/5 (114 Google reviews)

  • ⚡ 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, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed

Specialties: Prosthodontics, Maxillofacial Prosthodontics, Restorative Dentistry, Implant Dentistry

15

1191 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824

(203) 255-2841

4.7/5 (114 Google reviews)

  • ⚡ Emergency Services
  • ✓ Accepting New Patients

Hours: Monday through Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Specialties: Cosmetic Dentistry, Preventative Care, Periodontal Therapy, Restorative Dentistry

16

1047 Old Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824

(203) 254-2006

5/5 (100 Google reviews)

  • ⚡ Emergency Services
  • ✓ Accepting New Patients

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Specialties: Periodontics, Implantology, Prosthodontics

17

1047 Old Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824

(215) 817-5921

5/5 (100 Google reviews)

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

Hours: Monday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed

Specialties: Periodontics, Implant Dentistry, Oral Surgery, Prosthodontics

18

427 Stillson Rd Ste 12, Fairfield, CT 06824

(203) 374-0512

4.5/5 (97 Google reviews)

  • ⚡ Emergency Services
  • ✓ Accepting New Patients

Hours: Mon: 1:00pm-7:00pm, Tue: 9:00am-5:00pm, Wed: 1:00pm-7:00pm, Thu: 8:00am-4:00pm, Fri: 9:00am-12:00pm, Sat: 9:00am-12:00pm, Sun: Closed

Specialties: Orthodontics, Dentofacial Orthopedics

19

1275 Post Rd, Suite 211, Fairfield, CT 06824

(203) 292-6644

5/5 (22 Google reviews)

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

Hours: Monday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm, Tuesday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm, Wednesday: Closed, Thursday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Saturday: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, Sunday: Closed

Specialties: Orthodontics, Dentofacial Orthopedics

20

1817 Black Rock Tpke, Fairfield, CT 06825

(203) 333-0050

5/5 (6 Google reviews)

  • ⚡ Emergency Services
  • ✓ Accepting New Patients

Hours: Monday: 9:00am to 5:30pm, Tuesday: 9:00am to 5:30pm, Wednesday: 9:00am to 5:30pm, Thursday: 2:00pm to 5:30pm

Specialties: Orthodontics, Dentofacial Orthopedics

Showing top 20 of 43 emergency dentists in Fairfield, CT.

What Counts as a Dental Emergency in Fairfield, CT?

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 Fairfield, CT

Are there emergency dentists in Fairfield, CT open on weekends?

Yes. Several emergency dentists in Fairfield, CT 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 Fairfield, CT?

Emergency exam fees in Fairfield, CT 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 Fairfield without an appointment?

Some emergency dental practices in Fairfield, CT do accept walk-ins, but calling ahead is strongly recommended — it reserves a slot and ensures the dentist is prepared for your specific emergency. 21 of the 43 emergency practices listed here are currently accepting new patients.

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

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 Fairfield, CT immediately. Reimplantation is most successful within 30–60 minutes of the injury.

Which emergency dentists in Fairfield accept dental insurance?

Most emergency dentists in Fairfield, CT 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 Fairfield, CT?

Many emergency dental practices in Fairfield, CT can see patients the same day, often within 1–4 hours of calling. Practices with online booking (16 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 Fairfield emergency dentist — most practices will advise you over the phone whether you need immediate care.