Emergency Dentist in Lake Forest, CA
There are 35 emergency dentists in Lake Forest, 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 2,146 combined reviews. 14 practices are currently accepting new patients.
| Emergency Dentists | Avg Rating | Accepting New Patients | Online Booking Available |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 4.8★ | 14 | 11 |
Dr. Robin Arita, D.d.s.
23321 El Toro Rd Ste C, Lake Forest, CA 92630
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
Hours: Monday-Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM, Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. Michelle Slade
22111 Timberline Way, Lake Forest, CA 92630
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Mon: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Tue: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Wed: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Thu: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Fri: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Sat: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Sun: Closed
Specialties: Emergency Dentistry, Family Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, General Dentistry
Dr. Mohammad Haider, D.d.s.
20672 Lake Forest Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92630
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM, Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM, Wednesday: By Appointment, Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM, Friday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Saturday: By Appointment, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Orthodontics, Dental Implants, Periodontics
Dr. Eliza Berris, Dds
22111 Timberline Way, Lake Forest, CA 92630
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday: 8:30am-5:30pm, Tuesday: 8:30am-5:30pm, Wednesday: Special appointment only, Thursday: 8:30am-5:30pm, Friday: 8:30am-3:30pm, Saturday: Special appointment only, Sunday: Special appointment only
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry, Orthodontics
Dr. Elham Mcmurray, Dds
23082 Ridge Route Dr, Ste. A, Lake Forest, CA 92630
- ⚡ 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: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat: Closed, Sun: Closed
Specialties: Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Dentistry, Periodontics, Endodontics
Dr. Jeanette Thai, Dds
24432 Muirlands Blvd Ste 201, Lake Forest, CA 92630
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday-Thursday: 9:00am-6:00pm, Friday: Closed, Saturday: 8:00am-3:00pm (Second and Fourth Saturday of the month), Sunday: Closed
Specialties: Emergency Dentistry, Family Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants
Dr. Philip Nguyen, Dds
23635 El Toro Rd, Suite H-3, Lake Forest, CA 92630
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday: 9:00am - 6:00pm, Tuesday: 9:00am - 3:00pm, Wednesday: 9:00am - 6:00pm, Thursday: Closed, Friday: 9:00am - 4:00pm, Saturday: By Appointment Only, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Family Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Implantology
Dr. Douglas Szeto, D.m.d.
22982 El Toro Road, Suite 100, Lake Forest, CA 92630
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
Hours: Monday: 8:30am - 5:30pm, Tuesday: 8:30am - 5:30pm, Wednesday: 8:30am - 5:30pm, Thursday: 8:30am - 5:30pm, Friday: 8:30am - 5:30pm
Specialties: Endodontics
Mr. Seyed Reza Izadi Dehkordi, Dds
22982 El Toro Rd, Ste 100, Lake Forest, CA 92630
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday: 8:30am - 5:30pm, Tuesday: 8:30am - 5:30pm, Wednesday: 8:30am - 5:30pm, Thursday: 8:30am - 5:30pm, Friday: 8:30am - 5:30pm
Specialties: Endodontics, Root Canal Treatment, Microscopic & Surgical Endodontics
Dr. Elmira Elahi, D.m.d
24432 Muirlands Blvd Ste 123, Lake Forest, CA 92630
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Tuesday: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Wednesday: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Friday: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: Emergency Dentistry, General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry
Dr. Sahil Patadia, Dds
200 Finch, Lake Forest, CA 92630
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
Hours: Monday: 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: Dentistry, Endodontics, Periodontics, Implant Specialist
Dr. Pankaj Narkhede, D.d.s.; M.d.s.
24602 Raymond Way, Suite L, Lake Forest, CA 92630
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday: 8:30am - 5:00pm, Tuesday: 8:30am - 5:00pm, Wednesday: 8:30am - 5:00pm, Thursday: 8:30am - 5:00pm, Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: Prosthodontics, Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentistry, Full Mouth Reconstruction
Sofia Rodriguez Dds, Inc.
22942 Ridge Route Dr Ste 103, Lake Forest, CA 92630
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday – Thursday 9:00am - 6:00pm, Friday – Saturday 8:00am - 1:00pm
Specialties: Family Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, General Practice, Orthodontics
P Kermanshahi Monfared a Dental Corp
23642 Rockfield Blvd Ste 503, Lake Forest, CA 92630
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday: 10 AM - 4 PM, Tuesday: 8 AM - 5 PM, Wednesday: 10 AM - 4 PM, Thursday: 8 AM - 5 PM, Friday: 10 AM - 3 PM, Saturday: By Appointment Only, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics, Dentofacial Orthopedics
Showing top 20 of 35 emergency dentists in Lake Forest, CA.
What Counts as a Dental Emergency in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, CA
Are there emergency dentists in Lake Forest, CA open on weekends?
Yes. Several emergency dentists in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, CA?
Emergency exam fees in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest without an appointment?
Some emergency dental practices in Lake Forest, 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. 14 of the 35 emergency practices listed here are currently accepting new patients.
What should I do if I knock out a tooth in Lake Forest?
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 Lake Forest, CA immediately. Reimplantation is most successful within 30–60 minutes of the injury.
Which emergency dentists in Lake Forest accept dental insurance?
Most emergency dentists in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, CA?
Many emergency dental practices in Lake Forest, CA can see patients the same day, often within 1–4 hours of calling. Practices with online booking (11 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 Lake Forest emergency dentist — most practices will advise you over the phone whether you need immediate care.