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Best Emergency Dentists in South Holland, IL (2026)

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Dr. Nse Ekpenyong, DDS, ranked #1 of 38 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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38 South Holland clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 12 open Saturdays and 8 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in South Holland at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in South Holland at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dr. Nse Ekpenyong, DDS73
2Family Christian Health Center73
3Ivanhoe Dental Group73
4WA Dental73
5Czechanski Ann67
6Dr. Flor Dentist Office67
7Dr. Ogbonna Bowden67
8Dr. Peter M. Jurkash, DDS67
9Dr. Samuel Osobu67
10Dr. Shelley A. Young, DDS67

The 38 best emergency care dentists in South Holland, 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 South Holland

    #1 Dr. Nse Ekpenyong, DDS

    15445 South Park Ave, South Holland, IL 60473

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for emergency dental care in South Holland 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

    Book appointment at Dr. Nse Ekpenyong, DDSFull profile(708) 339-6800

  3. #3 Ivanhoe Dental Group

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for emergency dental care in South Holland 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

    Book appointment at Ivanhoe Dental GroupFull profile
    In their words

    Quality dental care starts with consistent exams with a dental team you can trust. At Ivanhoe Dental Group, we offer a strong foundation for preventive dental services. Our dental care approach is to protect and preserve the natural teeth and gums whenever possible, with restorative and cosmetic treatments available as needed. Both the function of the teeth and the appearance of the smile are considered as we are designing a personalized treatment plan for each patient.

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

  22. #22 Infinity Smile Dental Center

    16280 Prince Dr, South Holland, IL 60473

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for emergency dental care in South Holland: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 11 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 11 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Infinity Smile Dental CenterFull profile(708) 225-1866
    In their words

    We are experienced dentists in South Holland, IL who offer state-of-the-art, innovative, affordable dental services! We have been providing picture-perfect smiles since 1996, offering a wide array of general dentistry and cosmetic dentistry options to our dental patients. No dental insurance? No problem! We offer affordable dental payment plans for the uninsured. Please check out our website for more details about our dentists, dental hygienists, dental services, payment…

    From Infinity Smile Dental Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 South Holland Dentistry

    705 E 162nd St, South Holland, IL 60473

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for emergency dental care in South Holland: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at South Holland DentistryFull profile(708) 225-1200

  24. #24 5 Star Family Dental

    615 E 162nd St, South Holland, IL 60473

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for emergency dental care in South Holland: 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–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at 5 Star Family DentalFull profile(708) 331-1900

  25. #25 South Park Dental Care

    438 E 162nd St, South Holland, IL 60473

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for emergency dental care in South Holland: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 11 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at South Park Dental CareFull profile(708) 333-0699

All 38 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #38, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Aunt Martha's South Holland Community Health Center53Evenings · Sat
27Dr. Kenneth Johnson53Evenings · Sat
28Universal Dental Of South Holland47Sat
29Dr. Shafaq Mustafa - Elite Care Dental47Sat
30Dental Care 4U47Sat
31162nd Street Dental47Sat
32Beverly Hadley, DDS - General Dentistry47Sat
33Molis Dental: Molis Ryan DDS43Evenings
34MINT dentistry | South Holland37
35Artistic Dental Centre37
36Dr. Ronald J. Waryjas, DDS, MS37
37Christian Community Health Center33
38Total Comfort Mobile Dental Care, Ltd (The House Call Dentists)17

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Emergency and weekend dentists in South Holland

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 South Holland?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in South Holland?
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 South Holland

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 South Holland emergency care dentists

We scored 38 South Holland clinics offering emergency dental care on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 8 were excluded (8 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 South Holland 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 South Holland: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in South Holland?

Dr. Nse Ekpenyong, DDS ranks #1 of 38 South Holland clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Family Christian Health Center ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in South Holland, IL?

Emergency dental care in South Holland 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 South Holland emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

12 of 38 South Holland clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Dr. Delivered Smiles, Infinity Smile Dental Center and South Holland Dentistry. 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 South Holland?

38 South Holland clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 12 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for South Holland

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 38 clinics.
  2. : 8 duplicate listings merged.

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