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24 Hour Emergency Dentist in Highland, MI
A dental emergency in Highland is stressful enough without a phone marathon. Tell our operator what hurts, and we do the calling, confirm the opening, and send you the address of an Oakland County clinic that can treat it.
1-855-219-4656 How do I get emergency dental care in Highland today?
Use the free helpline at 1-855-219-4656. Our operators keep live availability for partner clinics in Highland and across Oakland County, so instead of guessing which office is open you are matched straight to one with a same-day slot and told what to bring.
Emergency dentists serving Highland and Oakland County
The Highland network reaches across 2 ZIP codes and into White Lake, Milford, Walled Lake. Partner dentists include general practices with extended hours and specialists for surgical extractions, so most problems can be handled locally.
ZIP codes covered in Highland: 48356, 48357
Don't see your ZIP? Call anyway. We cover every neighborhood in Oakland County and can refer you to the nearest open clinic.
Partner clinic locations are shared when you call, so you are sent to the one that is open and closest to you.
Emergency dental services available in Highland
Emergency root canal in Highland
Stops the pain and saves the tooth when the nerve is infected.
Emergency oral surgery in Highland
Complex extractions, jaw injuries and facial swelling.
Same-day denture repair in Highland
Cracked plates and broken denture teeth fixed while you wait.
Abscess drainage and antibiotics in Highland
Immediate relief from pressure, swelling and infection.
Lost crown and filling replacement in Highland
Temporary or permanent restoration in one visit.
What to do while you wait for your Highland appointment
- Toothache: rinse with warm salt water, floss gently to remove trapped food, and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen as directed on the label. Never place aspirin against the gum.
- Knocked-out tooth: hold it by the crown, rinse briefly, try to place it back in the socket or keep it in milk. Minutes matter.
- Swelling or fever: a cold compress on the cheek, 15 minutes on and 15 off. If swelling reaches your eye or throat, go to the emergency room first.
- Broken tooth or lost crown: keep the piece, cover sharp edges with sugar-free gum or dental wax, and chew on the other side.
Read the full first-aid guides: wisdom tooth pain, cracked tooth, broken braces or wire.
How much does an emergency dentist cost in Highland, MI?
Because Highland is a smaller community, fees sit in the ranges shown below. Clinics differ, so the operator can tell you a specific office's exam fee when you call. Patients without insurance pay the same base fee as everyone else, and many Oakland County dentists offer monthly plans.
| Treatment | Highland range (no insurance) | With insurance (typical) |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency exam + X-ray | $90–$200 | $0–$50 copay |
| Simple extraction | $130–$350 | 20–50% of fee |
| Abscess drainage | $180–$450 | 20–50% of fee |
| Root canal | $700–$1,300 | 30–50% of fee |
| Temporary crown | $90–$260 | 50% of fee |
Estimates from partner clinic fee schedules. Your dentist quotes the exact fee before treatment. Figures reflect partner clinic fee schedules in smaller communities. See the no-insurance guide and full cost guide.
Emergency dentists near Highland
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Highland emergency dentist FAQ
Need a Highland dentist now? Call 1-855-219-4656, free, 24 hours a day.
Should I go to a Highland hospital ER for tooth pain?
Only if you have swelling that affects breathing or swallowing, uncontrolled bleeding, or a jaw fracture. Hospital emergency rooms in Oakland County generally cannot pull teeth or treat the cause. An emergency dentist can.
What should I bring to an emergency appointment in Highland?
Photo ID, a list of medications, your insurance card if you have one, any broken tooth pieces (in milk), and a way to pay the exam fee.
Which ZIP codes in Highland do you cover?
All of them, from 48356 to 48357 and every code in between. If your ZIP is in Oakland County, we will find the nearest open clinic.
How quickly can I be seen in Highland, MI?
Typically the same day. Overnight calls are usually booked for the first available slot the next morning, and the operator tells you the time before you hang up.
Is the referral really free?
Yes. Calling 1-855-219-4656 costs nothing and you are under no obligation. You pay only the Highland clinic for treatment you choose to have.
Medically reviewed by Dr. FULL NAME, DDS. Last reviewed . Sources: ADA MouthHealthy, Dental Emergencies, Michigan dental board. Editorial policy.
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