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Best Emergency Dentists in Lindenhurst, IL (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Vista Medical Center - Lindenhurst, ranked #1 of 15 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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15 Lindenhurst clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 4 open Saturdays. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Lindenhurst at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Lindenhurst at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Vista Medical Center - Lindenhurst78Yes
2Arthur Lisa D DDS67—
3Baldino-Gomez Mary Ann DDS67—
4Dr. Brian Gniadek67—
5Dr. John K. Favale67—
6Dr. Sayali Bhatwadekar67—
7Emerald Square67—
8Meenal Goel67—
9Sikand Rebecca M DDS67—
10Image Dentistry57—

The 15 best emergency care dentists in Lindenhurst, 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 Lindenhurst

    #1 Vista Medical Center - Lindenhurst

    1050 Red Oak Ln, Lindenhurst, IL 60046

    78/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for emergency dental care in Lindenhurst: emergency visits and evening hours.

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

    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Vista Medical Center - LindenhurstFull profile(847) 356-4700

  10. #10 Image Dentistry

    2450 W Grass Lake Rd suite c, Lindenhurst, IL 60046

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat 7:30 AM–12:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Image DentistryFull profile(847) 265-9022

  11. #11 Lindenhurst Dental Health Group

    1909 E Grand Ave Ste A, Lindenhurst, IL 60046

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for emergency dental care in Lindenhurst: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Lindenhurst Dental Health GroupFull profile(847) 356-0260
    In their words

    Our mission is to strive to provide compassionate, personal dental care using the many talents of our loyal and enthusiastic dental team. Our team has over 70 years of combined experience providing dental care in a family orientated environment. We are dedicated to delivering to our patients the highest quality dentistry in the most caring and gentle manner. It is towards this goal that we are pledged.

    From Lindenhurst Dental Health Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  12. #12 Dr Jay Wygodny

    2592 Grand Ave Ste 102, Lindenhurst, IL 60046

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for emergency dental care in Lindenhurst: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 12 PM–8 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr Jay WygodnyFull profile(847) 265-4420

  13. #13 Orticelli James P DDS

    1025 Red Oak Ln Ste 290, Lindenhurst, IL 60046

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for emergency dental care in Lindenhurst: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 7:30 AM–4 PM · Tue 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Wed 10:30 AM–6:30 PM · Thu 8 AM–5:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Orticelli James P DDSFull profile(847) 395-2010

  14. #14 Smiles of Lindenhurst

    2031 E Grand Ave, Lindenhurst, IL 60046

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for emergency dental care in Lindenhurst 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 8:30 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Smiles of LindenhurstFull profile(847) 265-9070

  15. #15 Avid Dental Sleep Medicine

    2244 E Grand Ave, Lindenhurst, IL 60046, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for emergency dental care in Lindenhurst 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 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Avid Dental Sleep MedicineFull profile(224) 376-1770

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Lindenhurst

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 Lindenhurst?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Lindenhurst?
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 Lindenhurst

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 Lindenhurst emergency care dentists

We scored 15 Lindenhurst 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 Lindenhurst 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 Lindenhurst: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Lindenhurst?

Vista Medical Center - Lindenhurst ranks #1 of 15 Lindenhurst clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Arthur Lisa D DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

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

Emergency dental care in Lindenhurst 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.

Which Lindenhurst clinics offer same-day emergency dental care?

1 of 15 Lindenhurst clinics offering emergency dental care lists same-day or emergency appointments, led by Vista Medical Center - Lindenhurst. Same-day treatment depends on the diagnosis and the schedule, so call ahead to confirm before you go.

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 Lindenhurst emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

4 of 15 Lindenhurst clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Vista Medical Center - Lindenhurst, Image Dentistry and Lindenhurst Dental Health Group. 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 Lindenhurst?

15 Lindenhurst clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 4 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Lindenhurst

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 16 clinics.

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