Emergency Dentist Naperville, IL
Need an emergency dentist in Naperville? Call (630) 716-9399 to be connected with a local Naperville dental office and ask about a same-day appointment for tooth pain, a broken or knocked-out tooth, swelling, or a lost filling or crown.
Office hours
- Monday
- 9 AM to 5 PM
- Tuesday
- 9 AM to 5 PM
- Wednesday
- 9 AM to 5 PM
- Thursday
- 9 AM to 5 PM
- Friday
- 9 AM to 5 PM
- Saturday
- Emergency only
- Sunday
- Emergency only
What Counts as a Dental Emergency?
A dental emergency is a tooth, gum, or mouth problem that needs care within hours to stop severe pain, control bleeding, treat an infection, or save a tooth. These are the most common reasons people call:
- A severe toothache that is strong, constant, or keeps you awake.
- A broken, cracked, or chipped tooth, especially one that hurts or has a sharp edge.
- A knocked-out tooth, when an adult tooth has come fully out of its socket.
- Swelling or a possible abscess, such as a swollen gum, cheek, or jaw, sometimes with a fever or a bad taste.
- A lost filling or crown that leaves the tooth sore or exposed.
- A tooth that may need an emergency extraction, such as one that is badly broken or very painful. The dentist decides whether it needs to come out.
Office hours
- Monday
- 9 AM to 5 PM
- Tuesday
- 9 AM to 5 PM
- Wednesday
- 9 AM to 5 PM
- Thursday
- 9 AM to 5 PM
- Friday
- 9 AM to 5 PM
- Saturday
- Emergency only
- Sunday
- Emergency only
Minor chips without pain and mild sensitivity can usually wait for a regular appointment, but call if you are unsure.
You can also browse all emergency dental services in one place.
What to Do Right Now
These general first aid steps are based on the American Dental Association’s guidance on dental emergencies. They can help until you see a dentist, but they do not replace a dental visit. For pain, an over-the-counter pain reliever, following the label directions, may help while you wait.
Knocked-out adult tooth
Hold the tooth by the crown, the part you chew with, not the root, and keep it moist: put it back in the socket if you can, or keep it in milk. Get to a dentist within about an hour.
Bleeding gums, lip, or tongue
Press clean gauze firmly on the area. Go to the ER if the bleeding does not stop after 15 minutes.
Broken or cracked tooth
Rinse your mouth with warm water, hold a cold compress on your cheek, and save any pieces of the tooth. Bring the pieces with you to the dental office.
Toothache
Rinse your mouth with warm water and gently floss to remove any food caught around the tooth. Do not put aspirin on the tooth or gums, because it can burn the gum tissue.
Lost filling or crown
Keep the crown in a safe place and avoid chewing on that side of your mouth. Bring the crown with you so the dentist can look at it.
Emergency Dentist or ER?
Go to the ER for trouble breathing or swallowing, spreading facial swelling, uncontrolled bleeding, or a possible broken jaw; for tooth pain, a broken tooth, or a lost filling, a dentist is usually the faster and better option.
Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room if you have:
- trouble breathing or swallowing
- swelling that is spreading toward your eye, neck, or throat
- bleeding that does not stop after 15 minutes of firm pressure
- a possible broken jaw
- a head injury
Call a dentist for:
Emergency rooms can help with pain, infection, and injuries, but they typically cannot repair a tooth, so you will usually still need a dentist afterward.
What Happens When You Call
Before you call, it helps to know which tooth hurts, when the problem started, and whether there is swelling or bleeding.
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Call (630) 716-9399 during office hours.
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Your call is connected to a local Naperville dental office.
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The office tells you whether a same-day appointment is available and what to do until you are seen.
The dental office decides scheduling, treatment, and pricing.
Saturday and Sunday Dental Emergencies
On Saturday and Sunday the office sees emergencies only, so call and describe what is wrong. If you cannot be seen right away, here is what to do on a weekend until you can be.
Emergency Dental Questions
Is gum disease a dental emergency?
Gum disease is usually not an emergency, but painful, swollen, or bleeding gums with pus or fever can signal an infection that should be checked quickly. If you have these signs, call to ask about a same-day appointment. If the swelling spreads toward your eye, neck, or throat, go to the ER.
What qualifies for emergency dental treatment?
Severe pain, swelling, bleeding that will not stop, a knocked-out or broken tooth, and signs of infection usually qualify for urgent care. The dental office decides how soon you can be seen, and the dentist decides what treatment you need.
Does insurance cover emergency dental visits?
Many dental insurance plans cover part of an emergency exam and treatment, but coverage varies, so check your plan or ask the office when you call. The dental office decides which plans it accepts and what a visit costs.
Is EmergencyDentistNaperville.com a dental office?
No. It is a referral service that connects your call to a local Naperville dental office.
Ready to talk to a dental office? Call (630) 716-9399 and ask about a same-day appointment.
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