Winston Cutler
3 months ago
Severe pain or a damaged tooth? We offer same-day appointments to get you out of pain fast.
A dental emergency does not wait for a convenient time. Whether you have knocked out a tooth, cracked a filling, or woken up with severe pain, Big City Dental in Chicago is here to help. We reserve same-day appointment slots for urgent cases so you are never left waiting when it matters most.
Emergency dental care covers any situation that requires prompt attention to relieve pain, stop bleeding, address infection, or save a tooth. Acting quickly can mean the difference between a simple repair and a much more involved treatment later.
Same-Day Appointments Available
We keep time in our schedule for urgent dental needs. Call us and we will do everything we can to get you in the same day.
Fast, Effective Pain Relief
Our first priority is getting you out of pain. Dr. Patel acts quickly to diagnose the issue and provide immediate treatment that addresses the source of your discomfort.
On-the-Spot Diagnosis with Digital Imaging
We use in-office digital X-rays to get a clear picture of what is happening fast. No waiting on outside referrals or delayed results.
Treatment and Next Steps in One Visit
Wherever possible, we treat the emergency and outline your full care plan in the same appointment. Less back-and-forth means faster recovery.
A Calm, No-Judgment Environment
Dental emergencies are stressful. Our team is trained to keep the experience as calm as possible from the moment you walk in.
Care You Can Afford
Emergency care is available to patients with or without insurance. Our in-house savings plan and Cherry financing make treatment accessible regardless of your coverage.
When a tooth is badly damaged, infected, or causing severe pain, an emergency extraction may be the safest way to protect your oral health. Our team focuses on keeping you comfortable while removing the source of the problem as gently as possible. After treatment, we can also discuss replacement options to help restore your smile and bite.
In some urgent situations, a same-day implant may be an option after a tooth is removed. This approach can help replace the missing tooth root right away, supporting a more stable and natural-looking restoration plan. During your emergency visit, we will evaluate your bone health, infection risk, and overall needs to determine whether same-day implants are appropriate.
Sudden tooth sensitivity can make eating, drinking, and daily routines uncomfortable. Emergency desensitizer treatments can help calm exposed or irritated areas of the teeth and provide relief from sharp sensitivity. We will also check for underlying causes, such as enamel wear, gum recession, cracks, or cavities, so your sensitivity is treated at the source.
Step 1 — Call Us First
Contact Big City Dental as soon as possible. Describe what is happening and we will advise you on immediate steps to take while we get you scheduled for a same-day or next-available visit.
Step 2 — Prompt Check-In and Triage
When you arrive, we get you seen quickly. There is no long wait in a lobby when you are in pain. Our team prioritizes urgent cases and moves efficiently from the moment you walk in.
Step 3 — Exam and Imaging
Dr. Patel performs a focused exam and takes any necessary digital X-rays to identify the problem accurately before recommending a course of action.
Step 4 — Immediate Treatment
Once we understand what we are dealing with, we get to work. This may include a temporary or permanent filling, extraction, prescription for infection, or another appropriate intervention based on your specific situation.
Step 5 — Follow-Up Plan
Before you leave, we walk you through what comes next. If additional treatment is needed after the emergency is resolved, we schedule that visit and make sure you leave with clear post-care instructions.
Our friendly team is here to help with anything you need — from insurance questions to treatment details.
Any situation involving significant pain, visible damage to a tooth, signs of infection (swelling, fever, bad taste), or a knocked-out tooth should be treated as an emergency. When in doubt, call us. We would always rather you reach out than wait.
Pick the tooth up by the crown, not the root, and rinse it gently without scrubbing. If possible, try to place it back in the socket or keep it in a small container of milk. Call us immediately. Acting within 30 to 60 minutes gives us the best chance of saving the tooth.
Call our office directly to check same-day availability. We make every effort to accommodate urgent cases within our current schedule. If you reach us outside of office hours, follow the instructions on our voicemail for guidance on next steps.
Yes. Big City Dental accepts new patients for emergency appointments. We will handle your intake quickly so we can focus on getting you out of pain.
Emergency treatment costs vary depending on what is needed. We review all costs with you before beginning any treatment. We accept Cherry financing, offer flexible payment plans, and our in-house savings plan provides 15% off all procedures for patients without insurance.
Our patients come from across Chicago’s Northside neighborhoods. Here’s what they’re saying about their experience at Big City Dental.