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Best Emergency Dentists in Forest Park, IL (2026)

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Forest Park Dental Associates, ranked #1 of 6 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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6 Forest Park clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 2 open Saturdays and 1 opens after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them.

Top 6 emergency care dentists in Forest Park at a glance

Top 6 emergency care dentists in Forest Park at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Forest Park Dental Associates67—
2Teeth and Things664.9★ (375)
3Little Teeth Big Smiles614.8★ (1,321)
4Platinum Dental Care57—
528 to Brush37—
6DentalWorks Forest Park33—

The 6 best emergency care dentists in Forest Park, 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.

  1. Ranked #1 for emergency care in Forest Park

    #1 Forest Park Dental Associates

    7742 Madison St, Forest Park, IL 60130, United States

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for emergency dental care in Forest Park on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. #4 Platinum Dental Care

    333 Circle Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for emergency dental care in Forest Park: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 10 AM–2 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #5 28 to Brush

    7610 Roosevelt Rd, Forest Park, IL 60130

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for emergency dental care in Forest Park 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 10 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Located in Forest Park, IL, 28 to Brush provides comprehensive General and Cosmetic Dentistry to the entire Family. Our team of skilled staff focuses on creating a peaceful and tranquil environment catering to all of your Dental needs. 28 to Brush prides itself on providing quality affordable Dentistry. With the latest techniques, our forest park dentist and professional staff will explain all procedures with compassion and care.

    From 28 to Brush's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #6 DentalWorks Forest Park

    7235 Madison St, Forest Park, IL 60130

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for emergency dental care in Forest Park 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 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–4 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Forest Park

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 Forest Park?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Forest Park?
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 Forest Park

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 Forest Park emergency care dentists

We scored 6 Forest Park clinics offering emergency dental care on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 duplicate listings). 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 Forest Park data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsMeasured
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 Forest Park: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Forest Park?

Forest Park Dental Associates ranks #1 of 6 Forest Park clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Teeth and Things ranks #2 (4.9★ from 375 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Forest Park, IL?

Emergency dental care in Forest Park 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 Forest Park emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 6 Forest Park clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Teeth and Things and Platinum Dental Care. 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 Forest Park?

6 Forest Park clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Forest Park

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 10 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.