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Best Emergency Dentists in St John, IN (2026)

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: St. John Dental Assistant School-Wicker Avenue, ranked #1 of 11 by service score; evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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11 St John clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays and 4 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in St John at a glance

Top 10 emergency care dentists in St John at a glance
RankClinicService score
1St. John Dental Assistant School-Wicker Avenue67
2Dr. Rachel M. Dunlop, DDS67
3Dr. Stephen Fugaj67
4John E Steinmueller Inc67
5St.John Dental Group Jennifer J Fontaine,DDS67
6St. John Dental Group - Jennifer J. Fontaine, DDS47
7McCarroll Dental47
8St John Smiles47
9Creating Smiles, PC37
10Jennifer J. Fontaine, DDS - Fontaine Dental Group37

The 11 best emergency care dentists in St John, 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 St John

    #1 St. John Dental Assistant School-Wicker Avenue

    9270 Wicker Ave, St John, IN 46373

    67/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for emergency dental care in St John: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at St. John Dental Assistant School-Wicker AvenueFull profile(219) 245-7762
    In their words

    St John Dental Assistant School offers a high-quality, hands-on education that is both affordable and convenient to students from all walks of life. We teach the fundamental skills of dental assisting through hands-on training in real-life dental practices. Our unique program allows us to offer comprehensive training at a fraction of the cost of other schools. Our students can finish their education and start new careers without a crippling amount of student loan debt.

    From St. John Dental Assistant School-Wicker Avenue's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  6. #6 St. John Dental Group - Jennifer J. Fontaine, DDS

    10895 Park Pl, St John, IN 46373

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for emergency dental care in St John: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at St. John Dental Group - Jennifer J. Fontaine, DDSFull profile(219) 365-7773

  7. #7 McCarroll Dental

    10033 Wicker Ave # 9, St John, IN 46373

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for emergency dental care in St John: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at McCarroll DentalFull profile(219) 365-9750

  8. #8 St John Smiles

    9486 Wicker Ave, St John, IN 46373

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for emergency dental care in St John: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 12 PM–8 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at St John SmilesFull profile(219) 232-8956
    In their words

    At St John Smiles in St John, Indiana, we want to transform your dental experience, making you as comfortable, informed, and satisfied as possible. We even offer painless anesthesia and painless dentistry with DentalVibe, turning that old fear of going to the dentist into a thing of the past.

    From St John Smiles's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  9. #9 Creating Smiles, PC

    8217 Wicker Ave, St John, IN 46373

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for emergency dental care in St John 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–3 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Creating Smiles, PCFull profile(219) 322-9920

  10. #10 Jennifer J. Fontaine, DDS - Fontaine Dental Group

    10895 Park Place, St John, IN 46373

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for emergency dental care in St John 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 1 PM–6 PM · Tue–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Jennifer J. Fontaine, DDS - Fontaine Dental GroupFull profile(219) 365-7773
    In their words

    We offer a range of dental services for the entire family such as: routine cleanings, implants, dentures, emergencies, pediatric care, and more. When you work with a dentist from one of our offices, you’ll see why so many people recommend and rely on our dental care. If you have any questions, feel free to call either of our offices located in Crown Point, and St. John Indiana. Check out our website to learn more.

    From Jennifer J. Fontaine, DDS - Fontaine Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Emergency and weekend dentists in St John

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 St John?

Typical ranges in USD for St John, IN. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does emergency dental care cost in St John?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Emergency exam and x-ray$120–$300DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Indiana—
After-hours or weekend visit$180–$480DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Indiana—
Emergency extraction$180–$480DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Indiana—

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

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 St John emergency care dentists

We scored 11 St John 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 St John 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 St John: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in St John?

St. John Dental Assistant School-Wicker Avenue ranks #1 of 11 St John clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. It has evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours. Dr. Rachel M. Dunlop, DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in St John, IN?

Emergency dental care in St John typically costs $100–$500 USD. By type: emergency exam and x-ray $120–$300; after-hours or weekend visit $180–$480; emergency extraction $180–$480. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Indiana. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 St John emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 11 St John clinics offering emergency dental care lists Saturday hours, including St. John Dental Assistant School-Wicker Avenue. 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 St John?

11 St John clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for St John

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 12 clinics.

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