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Dental Emergencies

Call Now To Relieve Your Pain

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Join our Greenwood Dental Care Membership Club and get all of your preventive care for a low monthly subscription fee. Members save 15% off needed and elective treatments. Some exclusions may apply.

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Stop Your Dental Discomfort With Your Emergency Dentist in Waukegan

A dental emergency is an urgent dental need that causes significant pain and affects your oral function and health. Whether you've knocked out a tooth or an infection has gotten out of hand, there are times when you'll need emergency dental care. When you want help as fast as possible, you can visit Greenwood Dental Care. As your emergency dentist in Waukegan, we can:

  • Stop your dental pain
  • Restore your oral health
  • Help you feel at ease throughout treatment
  • Protect your smile from further damage
  • Give you same-day help whenever possible

Don't hesitate to call if you ever need help. Make sure you also join our Membership Club. For a monthly fee, you'll have the cost of cleanings and exams covered twice a year, plus one emergency exam. You'll also receive discounts on other services.

See How We Can Restore Your Smile in an Emergency

Dental emergencies happen all the time. While they may not threaten your life, they can damage your smile unless you get prompt care. We try to fit you into our schedule on the same day you call, whenever possible. We'll do a thorough exam of your mouth and likely get X-rays to diagnose what's going on with your dental health.

Depending on what we see, your dentist may perform treatments, such as:

  • Gum Disease Treatment - We'll revive your gum health and eliminate the infection. It'll help you avoid potential tooth loss.
  • Tooth Fillings - If you have a cavity, we'll remove the decayed portion of your tooth, then fill it with a tooth-colored filling.
  • Root Canals - An infection that has reached the pulp of your tooth needs a root canal to restore your tooth to health.
  • Inlays or Onlays - These partial crowns can cover the biting portions of your teeth or the sharp edges of your tooth.
  • Dental Crowns - A lifelike crown is often used to protect severely damaged teeth or mend cavities too large for fillings.
  • Dental Bridge - If you have lost one tooth or several, a dental bridge can be placed to fill the gaps in your smile.
  • Tooth Extractions - If a tooth is too damaged or decayed to save, we'll gently extract it to protect other healthy teeth.

We know some patients experience anxiety about the dentist. That's why we offer cozy amenities like massage chairs, soothing music or white noise, and warm blankets. If you like dogs, our comfort dog, April, can show you love and attention to put you at ease.

If you need the help of an emergency dentist in Waukegan, don't hesitate to call.

4.9 out of 5 stars - 772 votes

4.9 Stars (772 Reviews)

Over 720 5/5 Reviews

5

I have been coming for 6+ years. They are always fantastic and so accommodating. the same person has done my cleaning as well. It’s been a great experience. Easy to get to ; great and friendly staff from the dentist to the staff in reception. I highly recommend them. I am also bringing my...
I have been coming for 6+ years. They are always fantastic and so accommodating. the same person has done my cleaning as well. It’s been a great experience. Easy to get to ; great and friendly staff from the dentist to the staff in reception. I highly recommend them. I am also bringing my 2-year old daughter as well.

5

What a wonderful experience and an amazingly clean and modern facility. I dread going to the dentist, but this was by far the best experience I’ve ever had. My husband and I recently moved to the area and we really lucked out by having found Greenwood Dental. Dr. Nikol was very thorough and...
What a wonderful experience and an amazingly clean and modern facility. I dread going to the dentist, but this was by far the best experience I’ve ever had. My husband and I recently moved to the area and we really lucked out by having found Greenwood Dental. Dr. Nikol was very thorough and detailed about the condition my teeth were in and what the game plan was moving forward. Happy to have found such a great dentist in the area!

5

I can’t say enough good things about Greenwood Dental Care! From the moment you walk in until the moment you leave, every member of the staff is incredibly kind, welcoming, and professional. I have a lot of dental anxiety, but they’ve made every visit as comfortable and stress-free as...
I can’t say enough good things about Greenwood Dental Care! From the moment you walk in until the moment you leave, every member of the staff is incredibly kind, welcoming, and professional. I have a lot of dental anxiety, but they’ve made every visit as comfortable and stress-free as possible. The entire process has been painless, and I truly appreciate the care and compassion they show their patients. I highly recommend this office to anyone, especially if you’re nervous about going to the dentist!

5

We had such a wonderful experience at this dental office! From the very beginning, the scheduling process was easy, organized, and welcoming. The entire staff creates such a warm, family-friendly atmosphere that immediately made us feel comfortable. I especially appreciated how patient and...
We had such a wonderful experience at this dental office! From the very beginning, the scheduling process was easy, organized, and welcoming. The entire staff creates such a warm, family-friendly atmosphere that immediately made us feel comfortable. I especially appreciated how patient and kind they were with my kiddos during their cleanings. The team made sure they felt relaxed and comfortable the whole time, which means so much as a parent. My husband and I also had very thorough exams, and the dentist took the time to explain everything clearly and create a game plan for our next steps instead of making us feel rushed. You can truly tell they care about their patients and want the best for your family’s dental health. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a caring, professional, and trustworthy dental office!

5

I haven’t been to the dentist in over 10 years. Due to the fear of pain, and my gagging reflex is horrible! I came here to see Dr.Nikol. She and her wonderful staff made me feel really comfortable! If I was having a problem they would step back and let me get my bearings back and my thoughts...
I haven’t been to the dentist in over 10 years. Due to the fear of pain, and my gagging reflex is horrible! I came here to see Dr.Nikol. She and her wonderful staff made me feel really comfortable! If I was having a problem they would step back and let me get my bearings back and my thoughts outta my head! And April the support pup will also help you relax. She does a great job! I’ll tell you what, I won’t be afraid to come back here in the future! Oh and my bad gagging didn’t happen! Woohoo! See you next time Greenwood Dental thank you for an amazing experience!!

5

I had a great experience! The staff was friendly and welcoming, and Dr. Kurziak was very gentle and caring. They made me feel comfortable throughout my visit. I highly recommend this office!

5

Very nice office! It was easy to make an appointment. It was for my 7 year old grandaughter. We got there a bit early (by 15 min or so) and was taken in early! Very nice hydgienist took great care of my grandaughter. She made her feel super comfortable (the child is usually very squirmy) but she...
Very nice office! It was easy to make an appointment. It was for my 7 year old grandaughter. We got there a bit early (by 15 min or so) and was taken in early! Very nice hydgienist took great care of my grandaughter. She made her feel super comfortable (the child is usually very squirmy) but she was perfectly still even for the x-rays! Dr. Kurkiak was also very nice and great with the little one! Quickly found common ground with 7 year old. Everything went smoothly!

5

I love seeing Dr. Nikol and friends! The office is warm, clean, and inviting. Dental work is quick and the staff does everything they can to manage any discomfort. April is the best dogtor around!