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Emergency Dental Care USA

Updated 2026-08-21 · 668 reviewed · 56 listed · Scored from 557 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.1(557) 75 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
All-on-4 & Full Arch ImplantsOral & Maxillofacial SurgerySingle Tooth ImplantsSame-Day / Immediate Load Implants
Emergency Dental Care USA
Services
All-on-4 & Full Arch Implants, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Single Tooth Implants
Reviews
557

What recent reviews say

Patients in acute pain consistently report getting seated fast and leaving relieved, with dentists and staff praised by name for calm reassurance and skill. The practice's strength is emergency response and extraction; weak points centre on insurance claims handling, upfront cash requirements, and pricing transparency that some find misrepresented at the initial phone call.

Dr. Boggs and Dr. Gonzalez appear often in positive reviews; same-day extraction is routine. The $99 to $165 upfront exam and X-ray fee, followed by treatment plans of $500-$3000, catches patients off guard when they expected insurance to cover more. Those who accept the cash model and plan ahead report satisfaction; those who arrive assuming insurance will work tend to feel blindsided.

Praised for
  • rapid pain relief and emergency access
  • caring dentists and staff comfort
  • clear pricing and payment options
  • professional, friendly service
  • same-day treatment and extraction skill
Watch-outs
  • insurance misdirection and miscommunication
  • high upfront fees and out-of-pocket costs
  • unclear add-ons to quoted treatment
  • facility issues (AC, equipment reliability)
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Best for: patients with acute dental pain who can pay upfront and tolerate cash-first models
Think twice if: verify in advance whether your specific insurance is accepted; budget for $99-$165 upfront exam and $500+ treatment costs payable before work starts

Strengths

  • same-day emergency extraction
  • rapid pain relief and sedation
  • named dentists with strong patient reviews
  • 7-day availability

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Boggs and Dr. Gonzalez named frequently in positive reviews
  • Ms. Carlitha (assistant) noted for reassurance and pain management
  • typical extraction timeline 30 minutes to 2.5 hours depending on complexity
  • upfront exam and X-ray fee: $99-$165
  • financing and pay-half-now-over-3-months option available
  • open 7 days a week for emergencies

What reviews say by service

Same-Day / Immediate Load Implants
multiple reviewers report rapid same-day extraction with pain relief
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
wisdom teeth removal and complex extractions praised; one patient reported 2.5-hour procedure with facility concerns

How it compares

  • Rated 4.1 against a 4.73 average across the 16 oral & maxillofacial surgery businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 87% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 42
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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419
4
16
3
10
2
6
1
106

Common questions

How fast can I be seen for emergency pain?
One recent reviewer with 5 pm call was seated by 7:40 pm. Staff may numb you immediately to manage pain before the dentist sees you.
Do you take my insurance?
They claim to accept many insurances, but multiple reviews report being told yes at booking then finding out at arrival their network status differs. Call to confirm your plan before arriving.
What is the upfront fee?
Expect $99-$165 upfront for exam and X-rays. Full treatment plans ($500-$700+) are quoted after diagnosis and must be paid in full before work begins. Financing and half-now-pay-later options are available.

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Last updated 2026-08-21