Emergency Dentist in Oakland, CA
There are 131 emergency dentists in Oakland, CA offering same-day care for tooth pain, broken teeth, dental abscesses, knocked-out teeth, and lost fillings. Average Google rating: 4.5★ based on 8,236 combined reviews. 52 practices are currently accepting new patients.
| Emergency Dentists | Avg Rating | Accepting New Patients | Online Booking Available |
|---|---|---|---|
| 131 | 4.5★ | 52 | 33 |
Dr. Dennis Prat
4215 Piedmont Ave, Oakland, CA 94611
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday: 9 AM to 5 PM, Tuesday: 9 AM to 5 PM, Wednesday: 10 AM to 5 PM, Thursday: 9 AM to 5 PM, Friday: 9 AM to 3 PM, Saturday: 8 AM to 3 PM, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: Emergency Dentistry, General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants
Dr. Negar Kashefi, Dds
2950 International Blvd, Oakland, CA 94601
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month for dental appointments. Closed 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM for lunch.
Specialties: Dentistry, General Dentistry
Dr. Joyce Tse, Dds
1808 Franklin St, Oakland, CA 94612
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday, By Appointment. Tuesday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. Wednesday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. Thursday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm.
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Implant Dentistry
Dr. Yuvika Sandhu, Dds
1708 Franklin St, Oakland, CA 94612
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm, Tuesday: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm, Wednesday: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm, Thursday: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm, Friday: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm, Saturday: CLOSED, Sunday: CLOSED
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Emergency Dental Care
Dr. Alexander Chin, Dds
3630 Macarthur Blvd, Oakland, CA 94619
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Mon-Thu: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Fri: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Sat: By appointment only, Sun: Closed
Specialties: Emergency Dentistry, General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Prosthodontics
Dr. Mussie Sibhatu, Dds
3630 Macarthur Blvd, Oakland, CA 94619
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
Hours: Mon-Thu: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Fri: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Sat-Sun: Closed
Specialties: Prosthodontics
Dr. Feriel El Ghaoui, Dds
298 Grand Ave, Oakland, CA 94610
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Mon-Thu: 8am-5pm, Fri: By appointment only, Sat-Sun: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Prosthodontics, Periodontics
Niekia M. Franklin, Dds, Msd, Inc.
4100 Redwood Rd Ste 7a, Oakland, CA 94619
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Tuesday-Friday: 7:30am – 5:00pm, Saturday: 9:00am – 1:00pm. Closed for lunch 11:30-1:00 on weekdays. By appointment only.
Specialties: Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. Sharon Albright, D.d.s.
6333 Telegraph Ave, Suite 205, Oakland, CA 94609
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Closed Daily: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM, Saturday & Sunday: CLOSED
Specialties: Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, General Dentistry
Dr. Timothy Geraci, D.d.s.
3300 Webster St, Suite 905, Oakland, CA 94609
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday: By Appointment Only, Tuesday: 8:30AM to 5:00PM, Wednesday: 8:30AM to 5:00PM, Thursday: By Appointment Only, Friday: 8:30AM to 5:00PM, Saturday: By Appointment Only, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: Periodontics, Implantology, Oral Plastic Surgery
Dr. Arjun Gupta, Dmd
3147 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609
- ⚡ 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 - 2:00 PM, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: Emergency Dentistry, General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants
Dr. Curtis Perry, D.d.s.
3147 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609
- ⚡ 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 - 2:00 PM (By Appointment Only), Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Prosthodontics
Dr. Mandip Chhina, Dds
1530 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612
- ⚡ 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 - 2:00 pm, Saturday: By Appointment Only, Sunday: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. Anne Becker, D.d.s.
6200 Antioch St, Suite #201, Oakland, CA 94611
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday: By Appointment, Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Wednesday: By Appointment, Thursday: By Appointment, Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Saturday: CLOSED, Sunday: CLOSED
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry
Brent C. Lin, Dds Inc
3040 E 9th St, Suite D, Oakland, CA 94601
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 8:00pm, Saturday - Sunday: 8:00am - 6:00pm
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Implant Dentistry
Dr. Arthur Panella, Dds
2930 Summit St, Oakland, CA 94609
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
Hours: M-F: 8am-5pm
Specialties: Endodontics
Amiri and Luque Dental Corp
8105 Edgewater Dr Ste 1, Oakland, CA 94621
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: MON - TUE: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm, WED - THU: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm, FRI: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, SAT: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm, SUN: Closed
Specialties: Emergency Dentistry, General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Orthodontics
Dr. Chhy Mao, Dmd
1900 Webster St, Suite A, Oakland, CA 94612
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Specialties: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Preventive Dentistry
Dr. Hamid Amiri, Dds
8105 Edgewater Dr, Suite 124, Oakland, CA 94621
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: MON - TUE: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm, WED - THU: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm, FRI: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, SAT: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm, SUN: Closed
Specialties: Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, General Dentistry
Jeffrey P Alexander Dds a Dental Corp
8201 Edgewater Dr, Suite 105 &106, Oakland, CA 94621
- ⚡ Emergency Services
- ✓ Accepting New Patients
- 📅 Online Booking
Hours: Mon: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Tue: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Wed: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Thu: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Fri: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Sat: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Sun: Closed
Specialties: General Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry, Preventive Care, Cosmetic Dentistry
Showing top 20 of 131 emergency dentists in Oakland, CA.
What Counts as a Dental Emergency in Oakland, 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 Oakland, CA
Are there emergency dentists in Oakland, CA open on weekends?
Yes. Several emergency dentists in Oakland, 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 Oakland, CA?
Emergency exam fees in Oakland, 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 Oakland without an appointment?
Some emergency dental practices in Oakland, 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. 52 of the 131 emergency practices listed here are currently accepting new patients.
What should I do if I knock out a tooth in Oakland?
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 Oakland, CA immediately. Reimplantation is most successful within 30–60 minutes of the injury.
Which emergency dentists in Oakland accept dental insurance?
Most emergency dentists in Oakland, 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 Oakland, CA?
Many emergency dental practices in Oakland, 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 Oakland emergency dentist — most practices will advise you over the phone whether you need immediate care.