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24 Hour Emergency Dentist in Washington, DC
Looking for an emergency dentist in Washington, DC? We keep a live list of local clinics with same-day, evening and weekend openings. Call once and we match you with the nearest one that is open.
1-855-219-4656 How do I get emergency dental care in Washington today?
Dial 1-855-219-4656 at any hour. An operator takes your Washington ZIP code and symptoms, finds the nearest partner dentist with a same-day slot, and confirms the address and typical fee range before you leave home. Evenings, weekends and holidays are covered across the District of Columbia.
Emergency dentists serving Washington and the District of Columbia
The Washington network reaches across 270 ZIP codes and into the surrounding the District of Columbia communities. Partner dentists include general practices with extended hours and specialists for surgical extractions, so most problems can be handled locally.
ZIP codes covered in Washington: 20001, 20002, 20003, 20004, 20005, 20006, 20007, 20008, 20009, 20010, 20011, 20012, 20013, 20015, 20016, 20017, 20018, 20019, 20020, 20022, 20024, 20026, 20027, 20029, 20030, 20032, 20033, 20035, 20036, 20037, 20038, 20039, 20040, 20041, 20042, 20043, 20044, 20045, 20047, 20049 and 230 more
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Don't see your ZIP? Call anyway. We cover every neighborhood in the District of Columbia and can refer you to the nearest open clinic.
Partner clinic locations are shared when you call, so you are sent to the one that is open and closest to you.
Emergency dental services available in Washington
Broken tooth repair in Washington
Bonding, crowns or veneers depending on the damage.
Emergency root canal in Washington
Stops the pain and saves the tooth when the nerve is infected.
Pediatric emergency dentist in Washington
Gentle care for kids' knocked-out teeth, injuries and pain.
Same-day denture repair in Washington
Cracked plates and broken denture teeth fixed while you wait.
Abscess drainage and antibiotics in Washington
Immediate relief from pressure, swelling and infection.
What to do while you wait for your Washington appointment
- Rinse, do not scrub: warm salt water every few hours calms the gum and clears debris around a cracked or infected tooth.
- Cold, not heat: a wrapped ice pack on the cheek limits swelling. Heat spreads it.
- Keep the pieces: a chipped fragment or a crown that came off can sometimes be reattached, so bring it with you.
- Eat carefully: soft foods, nothing very hot or cold, and chew away from the sore side until you are seen.
Read the full first-aid guides: broken braces or wire, severe toothache, knocked-out tooth.
How much does an emergency dentist cost in Washington, DC?
What you pay in Washington, DC depends on the treatment, not on the time of day. Partner dentists do not inflate prices for emergencies, though a few charge a modest weekend fee. The ranges below reflect partner clinic fee schedules in large metro areas. If you are uninsured, ask about in-house payment plans, which most clinics offer.
| Treatment | Washington range (no insurance) | With insurance (typical) |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency exam + X-ray | $120–$280 | $0–$50 copay |
| Simple extraction | $180–$450 | 20–50% of fee |
| Abscess drainage | $250–$600 | 20–50% of fee |
| Root canal | $900–$1,700 | 30–50% of fee |
| Temporary crown | $120–$350 | 50% of fee |
Estimates from partner clinic fee schedules. Your dentist quotes the exact fee before treatment. Figures reflect partner clinic fee schedules in large metro areas. See the no-insurance guide and full cost guide.
Emergency dentists near Washington
Washington is currently the only District of Columbia city with a dedicated page, but we refer callers from every community in the state.
Washington emergency dentist FAQ
Need a Washington dentist now? Call 1-855-219-4656, free, 24 hours a day.
What if I do not have dental insurance in Washington?
You will still be seen. Every dentist in our Washington network accepts uninsured patients and quotes fees before treatment. Many offer monthly payment plans.
Does calling guarantee a dentist in Washington itself?
We always look inside Washington first. If nothing is open, we offer the nearest clinic in the District of Columbia, and you can decline any option without charge.
Is the referral really free?
Yes. Calling 1-855-219-4656 costs nothing and you are under no obligation. You pay only the Washington clinic for treatment you choose to have.
Can you help if I am visiting Washington and my dentist is elsewhere?
Yes. Visitors call us often. We refer you to a Washington partner clinic for the urgent problem, and you can follow up with your own dentist when you get home.
Are Spanish-speaking dentists available in Washington?
Tell the operator your language preference. Where a the District of Columbia partner clinic has Spanish-speaking staff, we route you there.
Medically reviewed by Dr. FULL NAME, DDS. Last reviewed . Sources: ADA MouthHealthy, Dental Emergencies, District of Columbia dental board. Editorial policy.
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