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Best Wisdom Teeth Removal Dentists in Waukegan, IL (2026)

46 clinics offering wisdom teeth removal, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for wisdom teeth removal: CLC Dental Hygiene Clinic, ranked #1 of 46 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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46 Waukegan clinics list wisdom teeth removal and are ranked here by service score. 12 open Saturdays and 3 open after 6pm. None list an oral surgeon on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 wisdom teeth dentists in Waukegan at a glance

The 46 best wisdom teeth dentists in Waukegan, 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. #23 Erie HealthReach Waukegan Health Center

    2323 Grand Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for wisdom teeth removal in Waukegan: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    You can come to Erie HealthReach Waukegan for everything from free pregnancy tests, prenatal care and school physicals to cholesterol checks, diabetes management and dental check-ups for your children. Our bilingual staff speaks Spanish and can connect you to interpreters speaking other languages. We partner with Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital, Advocate Condell Medical Center and Vista Health System.

    From Erie HealthReach Waukegan Health Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #24 Dr. Guillermo Arizona, DDS

    2504 Washington St # 100, Waukegan, IL 60085

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for wisdom teeth removal in Waukegan: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #25 Waukegan Family Dental

    338 S Green Bay Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for wisdom teeth removal in Waukegan: Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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What is wisdom teeth removal?

Wisdom teeth are the third molars, which usually come in between ages 17 and 25. They are often removed when they are impacted, partly erupted, decayed, or crowding other teeth. Not every wisdom tooth needs to come out; x-rays help decide.

Wisdom teeth removal: specialist or general dentist?

General dentists remove many erupted wisdom teeth. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons typically remove impacted wisdom teeth, especially those near the jaw nerve, and offer IV sedation or general anesthesia.

None of Waukegan's 46 clinics offering wisdom teeth removal list an oral surgeon on staff in our data yet. See oral surgeons in Waukegan

How much does wisdom teeth removal cost in Waukegan?

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

How much does wisdom teeth removal cost in Waukegan?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Erupted wisdom tooth, per tooth$260–$520DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
Soft-tissue impacted, per tooth$330–$780DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
Bony impacted, per tooth$460–$1,050DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
All four with IV sedation$1,950–$3,900DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full wisdom teeth removal cost guide for Waukegan

What to expect from wisdom teeth removal

Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.

Wisdom teeth removal: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visitsA consultation, then 1 surgery visit and often a follow-up
Chair timeAbout 30–90 minutes for all four
RecoveryMost people rest 2–4 days; swelling usually peaks around day 2 or 3
When to see a specialistImpacted teeth, teeth close to the jaw nerve, or when you want IV sedation

How we ranked Waukegan wisdom teeth dentists

We scored 46 Waukegan clinics offering wisdom teeth removal on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 18 were excluded (18 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 Waukegan 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

Wisdom teeth removal in Waukegan: frequently asked questions

Who is the best wisdom teeth removal dentist in Waukegan?

CLC Dental Hygiene Clinic ranks #1 of 46 Waukegan clinics offering wisdom teeth removal by DentistsRanked service score. David Fulton ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an oral surgeon on staff.

How much does wisdom teeth removal cost in Waukegan, IL?

Wisdom teeth removal in Waukegan typically costs $230–$805 USD. By type: erupted wisdom tooth, per tooth $260–$520; soft-tissue impacted, per tooth $330–$780; bony impacted, per tooth $460–$1,050. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Waukegan do wisdom teeth removal?

Yes. None of the 46 Waukegan clinics offering wisdom teeth removal list an oral surgeon on staff in our data, so general dentists there typically provide it. Typical reasons to see an oral surgeon: impacted teeth, teeth close to the jaw nerve, or when you want IV sedation.

Is wisdom teeth removal covered by insurance or Medicaid in Illinois?

Many dental insurance plans cover wisdom teeth removal as oral surgery, often at 50–80% after the deductible. Sedation may be covered separately or not at all. Some medical plans cover impacted teeth. Medicaid coverage varies by state.

Does wisdom teeth removal hurt?

During surgery you should not feel pain, because the area is numbed and many patients also choose sedation. Soreness, swelling and jaw stiffness for several days afterward are common. Most patients manage with prescribed or over-the-counter pain relief and rest.

Which Waukegan wisdom teeth removal dentists are open on Saturday?

12 of 46 Waukegan clinics offering wisdom teeth removal list Saturday hours, including Erie HealthReach Waukegan Health Center, Dr. Guillermo Arizona, DDS and Waukegan Family 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 wisdom teeth removal in Waukegan?

46 Waukegan clinics list wisdom teeth removal in our data. 0 of them list an oral surgeon on staff. 12 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Waukegan

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 50 clinics.
  2. : 18 duplicate listings merged.