Emergency Dentist in Harlem | Upper West Side Dental
In pain and need an emergency dentist in Harlem? Upper West Side Dental is just minutes away on Columbus Avenue near 110th Street, right on the edge of Harlem. We offer same-day emergency appointments to get you out of pain fast. Call (917) 261-7555 and the team will get you in as quickly as possible. Dr. Benjamin Shirley and his staff treat you with care and respect, even on your worst dental day.
A toothache will not wait, and neither should you. Whether you are in Central Harlem, West Harlem, or near Morningside Park, help is a short ride away.
Why Harlem Patients Choose Our Emergency Dentist
Same-Day Emergency Appointments
When you are hurting, you cannot wait days for help. We hold time open for dental emergencies so you can be seen the same day. Just call and tell us what is wrong.
An Emergency Dentist Minutes from Harlem
Our office sits on Columbus Avenue near 110th Street, right next to Harlem. The B and C trains stop two blocks away at Cathedral Parkway-110th Street.
We Accept Your Dental Insurance
We work with most major dental plans including Delta Dental, Aetna, Cigna, MetLife, and United Healthcare. View accepted insurance.
What Counts as a Dental Emergency in Harlem?
If you are not sure your problem is an emergency, here is a simple rule. If it hurts a lot, is bleeding, or will not stop getting worse, call us. We can help with all of these:
Emergency Dental Services in Harlem
Once your pain is under control, we can take care of the rest. Harlem patients get full dental care under one roof:
Emergency Dental Care
Sedation Dentistry
Restorative Dentistry
Preventive Care
Pediatric Dentistry
How To Get To Upper West Side Dental From Harlem
992 Columbus Avenue, New York, NY 10025
Phone: (917) 261-7555
By Subway
From Harlem, take the B or C train to Cathedral Parkway-110th Street. The office is two blocks away on Columbus Avenue. The 1 train also stops nearby at 110th Street and Broadway.
By Bus
The M10 bus runs along Frederick Douglass Boulevard and Central Park West and stops near the office. The M116 crosstown bus connects Harlem to the Upper West Side at 116th Street.
By Car
From Harlem, head south on Frederick Douglass Boulevard or Central Park West to 110th Street, then go west to Columbus Avenue. Street parking is available on Columbus Avenue and nearby blocks, and public garages are close by on Amsterdam Avenue and West 110th Street.
Harlem Emergency Dental Patient Reviews
“Upper West Side Dental is fantastic! Dr. Shirley is caring and meticulous. He is also very focused and knowledgeable. The dental care you get is better than I am accustomed to since it is very obvious that he places a high priority on preventive care. Additionally his office is very clean and inviting and his staff is very friendly and professional. He is a great asset to our community.”
— Rudy C.
“The service here is amazing and tailored to each patient. Dr. Shirley and his staff are extremely professional and offer later business hours, which works for me since I have a hard time leaving the office for appointments. I highly recommend UWS.”
— Jordan R.
Insurance for Your Emergency Dental Visit
We accept most major dental insurance plans and work with you to get the most from your benefits. Not sure if we take your plan? Call us at (917) 261-7555 and our front desk team will check your coverage. For a full list, visit our Billing and Insurance page.
We also serve patients in Morningside Heights and across the Upper West Side. No matter where you are coming from, fast dental care is just minutes away.
Emergency Dentist in Harlem: Common Questions
What should I do in a dental emergency in Harlem?
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What counts as a dental emergency?
Does Upper West Side Dental accept my insurance for an emergency visit?
Do you treat children’s dental emergencies?
In Pain? Do Not Wait.
Same-day emergency care for Harlem patients.


