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Best Emergency Dentists in Charleston, IL (2026)

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Mid-Illinois Dental Clinic, ranked #1 of 18 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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18 Charleston clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 2 open Saturdays and 1 opens after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Charleston at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Charleston at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Mid-Illinois Dental Clinic73
2SBL Charleston Clinic East73
3Brett Haarmann67
4Charleston Medical Center67
5Dr. Lindsey Ingle, DDS67
6Martin Scott D DDS67
7Renu A Bajaj, MD67
8Slusar Robert J DDS67
9Weber M Katherine DDS67
10SBL Charleston Walk-In Clinic63

The 18 best emergency care dentists in Charleston, ranked

Ordered by service score: the DR Score plus bonuses for a specialist on staff, reviews that mention the service and same-day care where it applies.

  10. #10 SBL Charleston Walk-In Clinic

    2040 Lincoln Ave, Charleston, IL 61920, United States

    63/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for emergency dental care in Charleston: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–3 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at SBL Charleston Walk-In ClinicFull profile(217) 345-2030

  12. #12 SIHF Healthcare - Charleston

    626 W Lincoln Ave, Charleston, IL 61920

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for emergency dental care in Charleston on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at SIHF Healthcare - CharlestonFull profile(217) 345-7702

  13. #13 Pschirrer Family Dentistry

    1710 18th St, Charleston, IL 61920, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for emergency dental care in Charleston on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Pschirrer Family DentistryFull profile(217) 345-5124

  15. #15 Eastern Illinois University Health Svs

    600 Lincoln Ave, Charleston, IL 61920

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for emergency dental care in Charleston on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Eastern Illinois University Health SvsFull profile(217) 581-3013

  16. #16 SBL Charleston Family Practice

    116 W Buchanan Ave, Charleston, IL 61920

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for emergency dental care in Charleston on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at SBL Charleston Family PracticeFull profile(217) 345-7700

  18. #18 Jameson C. Baumgarten, DMD

    826 W Lincoln Ave, Charleston, IL 61920

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for emergency dental care in Charleston on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Jameson C. Baumgarten, DMDFull profile(217) 345-1315
    In their words

    As trained medical professionals, our dedication to maintaining a safe environment through rigorous infection control procedures is at our core. We know that moving forward our commitment to your safety will be even more important. While continuing to meet traditional CDC and OSHA requirements, we are adopting some new, additional protocols. For example, we might wear additional PPE, request you wear a mask to your appointment, or take your temperature upon arrival.

    From Jameson C. Baumgarten, DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Charleston

Clinics that list same-day or emergency care, or post Saturday, Sunday or after-6 PM hours. Severe swelling or bleeding: go to a hospital.

What is emergency dental care?

Emergency dental care treats urgent problems such as severe toothache, a knocked-out or broken tooth, swelling, or bleeding that will not stop. The first goal is to relieve pain and control infection; full treatment may follow at a later visit.

Emergency dental care: specialist or general dentist?

Most dental emergencies are handled by general dentists who keep same-day or after-hours slots. You may be referred to an endodontist or oral surgeon afterward. Facial swelling with fever, trouble breathing or swallowing, or a jaw injury needs a hospital emergency department.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Charleston?

Typical ranges in USD for Charleston, IL. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Charleston?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-ray$140–$350DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
After-hours or weekend visit$210–$550DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
Emergency extraction$210–$550DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full emergency dental care cost guide for Charleston

What to expect from emergency dental care

Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.

Emergency dental care: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visits1 urgent visit; often a follow-up for definitive treatment
Chair timeAbout 30–90 minutes depending on the problem
RecoveryDepends on the treatment given; pain often eases within a day or two
When to see a specialistWhen the tooth needs a complex root canal or surgical extraction, or after facial trauma

How we ranked Charleston emergency care dentists

We scored 18 Charleston clinics offering emergency dental care on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. Google ratings are not yet collected, so each score is renormalised over the factors we measured. Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured clinics are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Charleston data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingNot yet collected
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumNot yet collected
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Access15%Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patientsMeasured
Services10%Services offered out of 17Measured
Profile completeness5%Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photosMeasured

Emergency dental care in Charleston: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Charleston?

Mid-Illinois Dental Clinic ranks #1 of 18 Charleston clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. SBL Charleston Clinic East ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Charleston, IL?

Emergency dental care in Charleston typically costs $115–$575 USD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray $140–$350; after-hours or weekend visit $210–$550; emergency extraction $210–$550. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is emergency dental care covered by insurance or Medicaid in Illinois?

Many dental insurance plans cover emergency exams and palliative treatment, though the follow-up work is covered at its own rate. Medicaid often covers emergency dental care for adults even in states with limited adult benefits. Check your plan.

Does emergency dental treatment hurt?

The problem that brings you in usually hurts more than the treatment. Dentists typically numb the area with local anesthetic before any procedure. Some soreness afterward is common and is usually managed with over-the-counter pain relief, but follow your dentist's advice.

Which Charleston emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 18 Charleston clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including SBL Charleston Walk-In Clinic and Stone Christine DVM. Hours come from each clinic's listing; check with the clinic before you go, since holiday and summer hours can change.

How many dentists offer emergency dental care in Charleston?

18 Charleston clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Charleston

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 18 clinics.

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