Dental Emergencies in Glen Ellyn, IL

Fast, Compassionate Emergency Dental Care When You Need It Most

Dental emergencies never happen at convenient times. Whether it’s a severe toothache that strikes in the middle of the night, a knocked-out tooth from a sports injury, or a broken crown during dinner, urgent dental problems require immediate professional attention. At Smile Glen Ellyn, our emergency dentist near you understands that dental pain and emergencies can be frightening and disruptive to your life, which is why we prioritize getting you the relief you need as quickly as possible.

Dr. Gibbs and our experienced team are equipped to handle a wide range of dental emergencies, from severe tooth pain and dental infections to fractured teeth and lost fillings. We maintain flexible scheduling to accommodate urgent cases and provide same-day treatment whenever possible.

Don’t suffer in pain or risk further damage to your oral health. Dental emergencies often worsen without prompt professional care, potentially leading to more complex and expensive treatments later. Call our dental practice near you at (630) 858-8800 to schedule your dental appointment. Our Glen Ellyn practice serves patients throughout DuPage County with prompt, effective emergency dental care that gets you back to comfort and health quickly.

Emergency Dentist in Glen Ellyn – Wheaton, IL

Dental emergencies can happen to anyone at any time, and we’re here to prioritize your comfort and provide prompt care when you need it most!

For existing patients having acute dental pain, swelling, or having an emergency requiring immediate attention cal our emergency number 630-991-3329 Your message will be returned within an hour.
Dr. Gibbs’s personal cell phone for even faster service is on your appointment card/office business card.
For new patients, we WILL get you into the office within the first few hours of the next business day. Leave a message at the general office phone (630) 326-5718. State laws prohibit prescribing medications to patients not previously seen.

Why Choose Smile Glen Ellyn for Emergency Dental Care?

When you’re facing a dental emergency, you need a practice that responds quickly with expert care and genuine compassion. At Smile Glen Ellyn, Dr. Gibbs brings decades of experience in handling urgent dental situations and understands that emergencies are stressful and painful. We prioritize same-day emergency appointments and maintain flexible scheduling to accommodate urgent cases, because we know that dental pain can’t wait.

Our comprehensive emergency services mean you won’t be turned away or referred elsewhere – we handle everything from severe infections to dental trauma right in our Glen Ellyn office. We work directly with your insurance to maximize benefits and offer flexible payment options so that financial concerns never delay your essential emergency care. Most importantly, our caring team treats every emergency patient with the urgency and attention they deserve, providing not just clinical expertise but also the reassurance and comfort you need during a difficult time.

Tooth Pain, Emergency Dentistry, & Toothache Relief

We also understand that dental emergencies come in many different forms. Some examples of dental emergencies are:

Acute pain, swelling, or fever often indicate a dental infection. We will have you in as soon as possible and determine if the tooth requires a tooth extraction (hopefully not!), a root canal, is a gum (periodontal) infection, or something else. Our goal is to get you comfortable as quickly as possible!
Broken teeth—If there is no swelling or pain you can usually wait until the office opens. If the tooth is sharp to the tongue you can sometimes put some soft wax over the sharp area until you get into the office. If the fracture is a cosmetic emergency we can usually get you in the same day. We don’t want you to wait long and we understand that this too is an emergency!
Tooth extractions- These are obviously no one’s favorite but are sometimes needed if the decay or fracture leaves the tooth unable to be restored with dental crowns or root canals.
Tooth avulsion (or “knocked out” tooth)- Very gently rinse the tooth (don’t rub it or scrub it!) and place it in a glass of cold milk. Bring it to the office and sometimes we can re-implant it. This must be done quickly!
Swollen gums can indicate a gum, or periodontal infection. This can be as easy as (something caught in the gums requiring removal) or a sign of gum disease. Again we try to get you in the same day you contact us!
Wisdom teeth—These may need a tooth extraction but sometimes it may only be a gum infection or tooth infection and they can be saved.
Tooth decay and ‘rotten teeth”—Often the decay process can get to the point where the teeth become sensitive to touch or sharp to the tongue or cheek. Call right away as sometimes we can minimally place a sedative filling and get you comfortable fast!
Broken or fractured dentures—These can usually be repaired in the office on the same day but it is dependent on the particular case.

We can work with your insurance to maximize the benefits due to you. As always — feel comfortable to ask us any questions. Sometimes we can even get you in for a consultation if you have particular concerns!

If you are a new patient please check our section on new patient for office information and to print new patient forms! Call (630) 326-5453 or click here to schedule an appointment.

Making Care Affordable and Nearly “Pain-Free”—Bad Teeth or Broken Tooth in Glen Ellyn DuPage County—

Yes—It’s easy to get behind in your dental visits. Keep a few things in mind:

Don’t ever feel embarrassed by your bad teeth, rotten teeth, or having dental emergencies. At SmileGlenEllyn in Glen Ellyn we see many people who are years behind in dental care and we’ll never make you feel bad about waiting too long!
There are ways to finance your dental care to make it affordable. Our staff are experts in finding ways to help all patients get the care they need!
It’s unfortunately not possible to make dental care “painless.” We certainly do have many ways to make the care more comfortable, and in advanced cases we can even use dental sedation, nitrous oxide “laughing gas”, wand syringeless numbing, or any of our other “Comfort Options.”
There may be several options available to repair rotten, broken, and “neglected” teeth. Sometimes we can even break up your care into phases to make it more affordable without compromising the quality of care.

Frequently Asked Questions

How quickly can I get an emergency dental appointment?

We prioritize emergency cases and typically offer same-day appointments for urgent dental problems. When you call (630) 858-8800, we’ll assess your situation and get you scheduled as soon as possible, often within hours of your call.

What should I do if I knock out a tooth in Glen Ellyn?

Handle the tooth by the crown (not the root), rinse it gently with water if dirty, and try to reinsert it into the socket. If that’s not possible, keep it moist in milk or saliva and get to our office immediately. Time is critical – the sooner you arrive, the better chance we have of saving the tooth.

How much does emergency dental care cost in Glen Ellyn?

Emergency dental costs vary depending on the treatment needed. We provide upfront cost estimates, work with your insurance, and offer flexible payment options to make emergency care affordable. Don’t let cost concerns delay necessary treatment – we’ll work with you financially.

Does insurance cover emergency dental care?

Most dental insurance plans provide coverage for emergency treatments, though coverage levels vary. We work with your insurance company to maximize your benefits and will help you understand your coverage before treatment begins.

Don't Wait – Get Emergency Dental Relief Now!

When dental pain strikes or an accident damages your teeth, every minute counts. Dr. Gibbs and our caring team at Smile Glen Ellyn are ready to provide the urgent dental care you need to relieve your pain and protect your oral health. We offer same-day emergency appointments and work with your insurance to make treatment affordable.

Call our dental practice in Glen Ellyn at (630) 858-8800 immediately for emergency dental care! We serve patients throughout Glen Ellyn, Wheaton, Lombard, Carol Stream, Bloomingdale, Winfield, and all of DuPage County. Don’t let dental pain control your life – relief is just a phone call away. Our team is standing by to help you get back to comfort and health as quickly as possible.

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