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Best Emergency Dentists in Wood Dale, IL (2026)

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

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    Best overall for emergency dental care: Dr. Borislav Kaltchev, ranked #1 of 10 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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10 Wood Dale clinics list emergency dental care and are ranked here by service score. 7 open Saturdays and 3 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 emergency care dentists in Wood Dale at a glance

The 10 best emergency care dentists in Wood Dale, 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 Wood Dale

    #1 Dr. Borislav Kaltchev

    140 E Commercial St, Wood Dale, IL 60191, United States

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for emergency dental care in Wood Dale 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. #3 Wood Dale Dental

    142 W Irving Park Rd, Wood Dale, IL 60191

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for emergency dental care in Wood Dale: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #6 Dr. Cesar Otero, Georgetown Square Dental Center

    506 Georgetown Square, Wood Dale, IL 60191

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for emergency dental care in Wood Dale: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–4 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #7 Karing Dental

    405 E Irving Park Rd, Wood Dale, IL 60191

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for emergency dental care in Wood Dale: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 10 AM–5:30 PM · Wed 2 PM–6 PM · Thu 10 AM–5:30 PM · Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Karing Dental Center, in Wood Dale, is the area's premier dentist serving Wood Dale, Addison, Elmhurst and surrounding areas since 1997. We specialize in dental cleaning, veneers, teeth whitening, oral surgery, dentures, braces, dental emergencies and much more. For more information, contact Karing Dental Center in Wood Dale.

    From Karing Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #8 BK Dental: Wood Dale

    140 E Commercial St, Wood Dale, IL 60191

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for emergency dental care in Wood Dale: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7 AM–4 PM · Wed 9 AM–3 PM · Thu 1 PM–8 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dr. Boris Kaltchev and his team provide exceptional dentistry for the whole family in Wood Dale, IL. BK Dental provides general dentistry services like cleanings and exams, as well as cosmetic dentistry like veneers, teeth whitening, and smile makeovers. We are also proud to offer dentures, bridges, and dental implants! Whether you need a checkup or a full smile restoration, Dr. Kaltchev is happy to help!

    From BK Dental: Wood Dale's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #9 Smiles Dental Center

    150 E Irving Park Rd, Wood Dale, IL 60191

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for emergency dental care in Wood Dale: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #10 Dr. Kamlesh G. Amin, DDS

    425 E Irving Park Rd, Wood Dale, IL 60191

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for emergency dental care in Wood Dale 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 10 AM–5:30 PM · Wed 10 AM–2 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Wood Dale

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 Wood Dale?

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

How much does emergency dental care cost in Wood Dale?
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 Wood Dale

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 Wood Dale emergency care dentists

We scored 10 Wood Dale clinics offering emergency dental care on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 4 were excluded (4 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 Wood Dale 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 Wood Dale: frequently asked questions

Who is the best emergency dental care dentist in Wood Dale?

Dr. Borislav Kaltchev ranks #1 of 10 Wood Dale clinics offering emergency dental care by DentistsRanked service score. Aspen Dental ranks #2 (evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Wood Dale, IL?

Emergency dental care in Wood Dale 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 Wood Dale emergency dental care dentists are open on Saturday?

7 of 10 Wood Dale clinics offering emergency dental care list Saturday hours, including Aspen Dental, Wood Dale Dental and Family Dentistry (Anand Soni D.D.S. ). 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 Wood Dale?

10 Wood Dale clinics list emergency dental care in our data. 7 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Wood Dale

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 10 clinics.
  2. : 4 duplicate listings merged.