Emergency Dentist in La Jolla, CA
There are 51 emergency dentists in La Jolla, 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 5,969 combined reviews. 16 practices are currently accepting new patients.
| Emergency Dentists | Avg Rating | Accepting New Patients | Online Booking Available |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51 | 4.8★ | 16 | 13 |
Dr. Anthony Opilka, D.d.s.
9850 Genesee Ave Ste 720, La Jolla, CA 92037
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday - Thursday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM (by special appointment)
Specialties: Periodontics, Prosthodontics, General Dentistry, Dental Implants
Dr. Charles Briscoe, Dds
7737 Herschel Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
Hours: Monday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Tuesday: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm, Wednesday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Thursday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm, Friday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Implant Dentistry, Sedation Dentistry
Dr. Darryl Abramson, Dds
9850 Genesee Ave Ste 200, La Jolla, CA 92037
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday-Thursday: 7:30 AM - 4 PM, Friday: 7:30 AM - 12:30 PM, Saturday-Sunday: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Family Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry
Dr. Farnaz Farid, D.m.d.
8950 Villa La Jolla Dr Ste B101, La Jolla, CA 92037
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry, Periodontics
Dr. Hector Caballero, Dds
9859 Genesee Ave, Suite 720, La Jolla, CA 92037
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Mon: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Tue: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Wed: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Thu: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Fri: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Sat: Closed, Sun: Closed
Specialties: Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry
Dr. Richard Sherman, Dds
9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 720, La Jolla, CA 92037
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday: 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Tuesday: 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Wednesday: 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Thursday: 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Friday: 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Endodontics
Dr. Stephen Eskeland, D.d.s.
4150 Regents Park Row, Suite 100, La Jolla, CA 92037
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:00 am - 4:00 pm, Saturday: 7:00 am - 1:30 pm, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Orthodontics, Implant Dentistry
Dr. Stephen Lockwood, D.m.d., M.a.g.d.
4150 Regents Park Row, Suite 230, La Jolla, CA 92037
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Mon-Fri: 7:00 am - 4:00 pm, Sat: 7:00 am - 1:30 pm, Sun: Closed
Specialties: Comprehensive Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Orthodontics, Implant Dentistry
Eskeland and Ettefagh Dental Corporation
4150 Regents Park Row, Suite 100, La Jolla, CA 92037
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday: 7:00 am - 4:00 pm, Tuesday: 7:00 am - 4:00 pm, Wednesday: 7:00 am - 4:00 pm, Thursday: 7:00 am - 4:00 pm, Friday: 7:00 am - 4:00 pm, Saturday: 7:00 am - 1:30 pm, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Periodontics, Orthodontics
Dr. Peter Rich, D.m.d.
4130 La Jolla Village Dr Ste 205, La Jolla, CA 92037
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Implant Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. Roudabeh Ghaffari, Dmd
4150 Regents Park Row Ste 320, La Jolla, CA 92037
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9 AM - 6 PM, Sat-Sun: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Oral Surgery, Orthodontics
Dr. Rick Yamada, D.d.s.
8950 Villa La Jolla Dr, Ste A-128, La Jolla, CA 92037
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Mon-Fri: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Specialties: Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Dr. Fereshteh Maghsoudy
8950 Villa La Jolla Drive #B207, La Jolla, CA 92037
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
Hours: Mon-Thu 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Fri 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Specialties: Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, General Dentistry, Periodontics
Dr. Samuel Hayatt
4130 La Jolla Village Dr, 105, La Jolla, CA 92037
- ⚡ 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 - 3:00 PM
Specialties: Cosmetic Dentistry, General Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Implant Dentistry
Dr. Jeffrey Javelet, Dds
7855 Fay Avenue, Suite 210, La Jolla, CA 92037
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 4:30pm, Friday: 7:00am - 3:00pm, Saturday & Sunday: Closed
Specialties: Endodontics
Minh Pham Dental Corporation
8657 Villa La Jolla Dr, Suite 211, La Jolla, CA 92037
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Mon: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Tue: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM, Wed: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Thu: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Sat: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM (select Saturdays), Sun: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Family Dentistry, Oral Surgery, Dental Implants
Showing top 20 of 51 emergency dentists in La Jolla, CA.
What Counts as a Dental Emergency in La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, CA
Are there emergency dentists in La Jolla, CA open on weekends?
Yes. Several emergency dentists in La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, CA?
Emergency exam fees in La Jolla, 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 La Jolla without an appointment?
Some emergency dental practices in La Jolla, 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. 16 of the 51 emergency practices listed here are currently accepting new patients.
What should I do if I knock out a tooth in La Jolla?
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 La Jolla, CA immediately. Reimplantation is most successful within 30–60 minutes of the injury.
Which emergency dentists in La Jolla accept dental insurance?
Most emergency dentists in La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, CA?
Many emergency dental practices in La Jolla, CA can see patients the same day, often within 1–4 hours of calling. Practices with online booking (13 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 La Jolla emergency dentist — most practices will advise you over the phone whether you need immediate care.