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24 Hour Emergency Dentist in Bristol, TN

Pain, swelling or a tooth that just came out: none of it can wait until the next free appointment. Our Bristol referral line finds a dentist who treats emergencies and confirms the time while you are on the phone.

1-855-219-4656

How do I get emergency dental care in Bristol today?

Ring 1-855-219-4656 and tell the operator your Bristol ZIP code. They check which partner dentists in Sullivan County are open and equipped for your problem, then book you the earliest slot and give you the address. There is no charge for the call and no insurance is required.

Emergency dentists serving Bristol and Sullivan County

Partner clinics serve Bristol from several points across Sullivan County, with more in Elizabethton, Piney Flats, Johnson City. Because the operator sees who is open at the moment you call, you are sent to the nearest available dentist rather than the first name in a directory.

ZIP codes covered in Bristol: 37620, 37621, 37625

Don't see your ZIP? Call anyway. We cover every neighborhood in Sullivan County 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 Bristol

Emergency dentist coverage area in Bristol, TN

What to do while you wait for your Bristol appointment

  • Toothache: rinse with warm salt water, floss gently to remove trapped food, and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen as directed on the label. Never place aspirin against the gum.
  • Knocked-out tooth: hold it by the crown, rinse briefly, try to place it back in the socket or keep it in milk. Minutes matter.
  • Swelling or fever: a cold compress on the cheek, 15 minutes on and 15 off. If swelling reaches your eye or throat, go to the emergency room first.
  • Broken tooth or lost crown: keep the piece, cover sharp edges with sugar-free gum or dental wax, and chew on the other side.

Read the full first-aid guides: severe toothache, bleeding that will not stop, lost crown.

How much does an emergency dentist cost in Bristol, TN?

Most emergency visits in Bristol have two parts: the exam with an X-ray, then the treatment itself. You always hear the treatment price before anything is done. The figures below are based on partner clinic fee schedules in smaller communities and are meant as a guide, not a quote.

Emergency dental costs in Bristol
TreatmentBristol range (no insurance)With insurance (typical)
Emergency exam + X-ray$90–$200$0–$50 copay
Simple extraction$130–$35020–50% of fee
Abscess drainage$180–$45020–50% of fee
Root canal$700–$1,30030–50% of fee
Temporary crown$90–$26050% of fee

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

Emergency dentists near Bristol

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Bristol emergency dentist FAQ

Need a Bristol dentist now? Call 1-855-219-4656, free, 24 hours a day.

Can you help if I am visiting Bristol and my dentist is elsewhere?
Yes. Visitors call us often. We refer you to a Bristol partner clinic for the urgent problem, and you can follow up with your own dentist when you get home.
Do I need an appointment or can I walk in?
Call first. Walk-ins are sometimes turned away when a Bristol clinic is full, but a booked emergency slot is held for you.
Does calling guarantee a dentist in Bristol itself?
We always look inside Bristol first. If nothing is open, we offer the nearest clinic in Sullivan County, and you can decline any option without charge.
Can I get a same-day tooth extraction in Bristol?
In most cases, yes. Bristol 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.
Is there a dentist open on weekends in Bristol?
Yes. Several partner clinics serving Bristol and Sullivan County 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.
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