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Best Emergency Dentists in Palos Heights, IL (2026)

14 clinics offering emergency dental care, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Archer Dental Specialists inc, ranked #1 of 14 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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14 Palos Heights clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 8 open Saturdays and 7 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Palos Heights at a glance

The 14 best emergency care dentists in Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights

    #1 Archer Dental Specialists inc

    13303 S Ridgeland Ave A, Palos Heights, IL 60463

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for emergency dental care in Palos Heights 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 College Drive Dental Associates

    Lower A, 7550 W College Dr # A, Palos Heights, IL 60463

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for emergency dental care in Palos Heights: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 11 AM–7 PM · Tue 10 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    College Drive Dental Associates in Palos Heights offers a full scope of dentistry to take care of all of your entire family. From routine exams, x-rays, and cleanings, to more complex restorative procedures, our dental team is here to help. We also specialize in periodontics and Invisalign. With 40 years caring for the oral health of our patients, our doctors and staff have the knowledge, skills, and compassion to help you achieve the bright, healthy smile you’ve always…

    From College Drive Dental Associates's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #5 Dr. Brian J. Gambla

    7350 W College Dr, Palos Heights, IL 60463

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for emergency dental care in Palos Heights: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–7:30 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Wed closed · Thu 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–2 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #6 Gambla Dental

    7350 W College Dr STE #105, Palos Heights, IL 60463

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for emergency dental care in Palos Heights: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–7:30 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Wed closed · Thu 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–2 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #7 All Heart Dental

    7804 W College Dr Suite 2NW, Palos Heights, IL 60463, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for emergency dental care in Palos Heights: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 11 AM–7 PM · Wed 7 AM–2 PM · Thu 11 AM–7 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At All Heart Dental, our team is enthusiastic about providing expert dental work as well as making sure our patients have a healthy foundation for perfect oral hygiene. Our well-trained staff is dedicated to ensuring our high standards are met with every patient who walks in the door. Your comfort and health is our priority!

    From All Heart Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #8 University Dental Center - Dr. Wally Habbal, DDS

    12612 S Harlem Ave, Palos Heights, IL 60463

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for emergency dental care in Palos Heights: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue 9 AM–12:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–12:30 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–1:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #9 Palos Dental Center

    12721 S Harlem Ave, Palos Heights, IL 60463, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for emergency dental care in Palos Heights: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7 AM–5 PM · Wed 7 AM–11 AM · Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–1 PM · Sat 7 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Palos Dental Center, we value our patient relationships, making it our priority to deliver gentle compassionate care that you deserve from a dentist in Palos Heights, IL. We work hard to make you feel at ease by providing exceptional patient care in a relaxed, convenient atmosphere. We strive to develop lifelong relationships with our patients by combining the latest dental technology with a professional and compassionate staff. The result is a beautiful, healthy smile…

    From Palos Dental Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  8. #10 Palos Heights Family Dental

    6446 W 127th St suite 1, Palos Heights, IL 60463, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for emergency dental care in Palos Heights: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10:30 AM–6:30 PM · Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 9:30 AM–5:30 PM · Thu 10:30 AM–6:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Palos Heights Family Dental, we offer complete, comprehensive dental care for the whole family. We’re here to provide patients, whether young and old, with confident and healthy smiles so you can get back to doing the things you love. Let’s face it, if your dental treatments were more comfortable and effective, wouldn’t you want to go for routine exams more often? That’s what we strive for each and every day at Palos Heights Family Dental

    From Palos Heights Family Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  9. #11 Smiles in Style

    11739 SW Hwy, Palos Heights, IL 60463

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for emergency dental care in Palos Heights: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue closed · Wed–Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dr. Mazar Shuaipaj and Dr. Naim Shuaipaj bring to the Chicagoland area state of the Art technology with 5-star customer service. We support our community by accepting all major insurances as well. We are also accepting new patients. Enjoy our Website and welcome to our practice. We provide oral health services for Palos Heights, Illinois.

    From Smiles in Style's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  10. #12 Pure Dentistry

    7600 W College Dr #10, Palos Heights, IL 60463, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 10:30 AM–7 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 10:30 AM–7 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryEmergency careImplantsCrownsBondingCosmeticFull restoration

  11. #13 Midwest Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

    7400 W College Dr, Palos Heights, IL 60463

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for emergency dental care in Palos Heights 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 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Palos Heights

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 Palos Heights?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Palos Heights?
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 Palos Heights

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 Palos Heights emergency care dentists

We scored 14 Palos Heights 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). 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 Palos Heights 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 Palos Heights: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Palos Heights?

Archer Dental Specialists inc ranks #1 of 14 Palos Heights clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Salma Faraz ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Palos Heights, IL?

Emergency dental care in Palos Heights 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 Palos Heights emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

8 of 14 Palos Heights clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including College Drive Dental Associates, Dr. Brian J. Gambla and Gambla Dental. 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 Palos Heights?

14 Palos Heights clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 8 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Palos Heights

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 20 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.