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24 Hour Emergency Dentist in Washington, DC

Most Washington dental offices close by early evening, and the ones that stay open rarely have a free chair for a walk-in. We keep track of who does. One free call and you are booked with a licensed dentist near you today.

1-855-219-4656

How do I get emergency dental care in Washington today?

Start with one call to 1-855-219-4656. Describe what is wrong, tell us your Washington ZIP code, and we do the searching. We confirm a the District of Columbia dentist who is open, who treats your type of emergency, and who will quote the fee before treatment.

Emergency dentists serving Washington and the District of Columbia

The Washington network reaches across 25 ZIP codes and into Washington Navy Yard. 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, 20015, 20016, 20017, 20018, 20019, 20020, 20024, 20032, 20036, 20037, 20045, 20260, 20500

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

Emergency dentist coverage area in Washington, DC

What to do while you wait for your Washington appointment

  • Numb the area safely: a cold pack wrapped in a cloth against the cheek, 15 minutes at a time. Skip numbing gels on broken skin.
  • Keep it clean: rinse gently with warm salt water after eating. Do not probe a cavity or socket with anything sharp.
  • Manage the pain: ibuprofen or acetaminophen as the label directs. Never place a tablet against the gum.
  • Save what came out: a crown, a filling fragment or a whole tooth. A knocked-out tooth goes in milk and needs a dentist within the hour.

Read the full first-aid guides: cracked tooth, lost crown, wisdom tooth pain.

How much does an emergency dentist cost in Washington, DC?

Costs in Washington, DC depend on what the dentist finds, so treat the figures below as a range rather than a quote. They are drawn from partner clinic fee schedules in mid-sized cities. The operator can tell you a specific clinic's exam fee before you book, and the dentist confirms the treatment price before starting.

Emergency dental costs in Washington
TreatmentWashington range (no insurance)With insurance (typical)
Emergency exam + X-ray$100–$230$0–$50 copay
Simple extraction$150–$40020–50% of fee
Abscess drainage$200–$50020–50% of fee
Root canal$750–$1,50030–50% of fee
Temporary crown$100–$30050% of fee

Estimates from partner clinic fee schedules. Your dentist quotes the exact fee before treatment. Figures reflect partner clinic fee schedules in mid-sized cities. See the no-insurance guide and full cost guide.

Emergency dentists near Washington

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Washington emergency dentist FAQ

Need a Washington dentist now? Call 1-855-219-4656, free, Mon to Sat 10am to 5pm ET, Sun 9am to 2pm ET.

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.
Which ZIP codes in Washington do you cover?
The complete ZIP list on this page starts with 20001 and ends with 20500. If your ZIP is in or near Washington, call and we will check the nearest available clinic.
How quickly can I be seen in Washington, DC?
Typically the same day. Overnight calls are usually booked for the first available slot the next morning, and the operator tells you the time before you hang up.
Is there a dentist open on weekends in Washington?
Yes. Several partner clinics serving Washington and the District of Columbia open on Saturdays, and a smaller number on Sundays. Call 1-855-219-4656 and we will tell you which one has the earliest slot.
Can I get a same-day tooth extraction in Washington?
In most cases, yes. Washington partner dentists reserve emergency slots for extractions, abscess drainage and broken teeth. If the tooth needs an oral surgeon, we refer you to one with same-day availability.

Need a dentist in Washington right now?

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