In dental pain right now? Call us first.
If you're having a dental emergency anywhere in the Evanston area, the fastest way to get help is to call our office. Phone us right away and we'll do everything we can to see you the same day.
(224) 999-1224Can't talk right now? Text us and we'll work you into the schedule.
If you have severe swelling, difficulty breathing or swallowing, or uncontrolled bleeding, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.
A dental emergency can be painful and frightening, but you don't have to handle it alone. At Way Dental, Dr. Andre Amarante and our team care for Evanston patients dealing with toothaches, broken teeth, and other urgent problems, calmly and quickly.
We keep room in the schedule for urgent care and welcome both current and new patients. Whatever has happened, call us and we'll get you comfortable and back to your day.
Call right away
Phone us as soon as you can so we can advise you over the phone and get you scheduled, often the same day.
Tell us what happened
Describe your symptoms, such as pain, swelling, or a broken or knocked-out tooth, so we can prepare for your visit.
Get real relief
We diagnose the cause, ease your pain, and treat the problem, from fillings and root canals to extractions and trauma repair.
Not sure if it's an emergency? Call us and we'll help you decide what to do next.
Is It a Dental Emergency?
When you're not sure whether something needs urgent attention, the safest move is to call and ask. As a general guide, reach out right away if you notice any of the following:
Call Us Promptly
- Severe or lingering toothache
- A knocked-out (avulsed) tooth
- A cracked, chipped, or broken tooth
- A lost filling or crown
- Swelling of the gums, face, or jaw
- Bleeding that won't stop
- A dental injury from an accident or sports
Go to the ER or Call 911
- Difficulty breathing or swallowing
- Severe, rapidly spreading facial swelling
- Uncontrolled bleeding
- A serious injury to the jaw or head
See the common emergencies we treat and what to do before you reach us.
Comfortable, Same-Day Emergency Care
Urgent doesn't have to mean uncomfortable. Dr. Andre Amarante treats emergencies with the same gentle, thorough approach as any other visit:
- Same-day appointments whenever possible, for current and new patients alike
- Fast, accurate diagnosis with digital imaging to find the real cause of your pain
- Inhaled sedation and comfort measures for anxious patients (see inhaled sedation)
- Complete care under one roof, from root canals and crowns to oral surgery, so we can save the tooth whenever we can
Worried about a tooth? Don't wait for it to get worse. Call us and we'll guide you.
Helpful Next Steps
Know What to Expect
- See the emergencies we treat most often and how we handle each one.
- Common Emergencies
Cost & Insurance
- We help you get care regardless of insurance, with financing available.
- Cost & Insurance
Dealing with a dental emergency in Evanston? Call Way Dental now at (224) 999-1224.