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24 Hour Emergency Dentist in Saint Louis, MO

Pain, swelling or a tooth that just came out: none of it can wait until the next free appointment. Our Saint Louis referral line finds a dentist who treats emergencies and confirms the time while you are on the phone.

1-855-219-4656

How do I get emergency dental care in Saint Louis today?

Ring 1-855-219-4656 and tell the operator your Saint Louis ZIP code. They check which partner dentists in St. Louis city are open and equipped for your problem, then book you the earliest slot and give you the address. There is no charge for the call and no insurance is required.

Emergency dentists serving Saint Louis and St. Louis city

Partner clinics serve Saint Louis from several points across St. Louis city, with more in Florissant, Ballwin, Chesterfield. Because the operator sees who is open at the moment you call, you are sent to the nearest available dentist rather than the first name in a directory.

ZIP codes covered in Saint Louis: 63101, 63102, 63103, 63104, 63105, 63106, 63107, 63108, 63109, 63110, 63111, 63112, 63113, 63114, 63115, 63116, 63117, 63118, 63119, 63120, 63121, 63122, 63123, 63124, 63125, 63126, 63127, 63128, 63129, 63130, 63131, 63132, 63133, 63134, 63135, 63136, 63137, 63138, 63139, 63140 and 7 more

Show all 47 Saint Louis ZIP codes

63141, 63143, 63144, 63146, 63147, 63155, 63180

Don't see your ZIP? Call anyway. We cover every neighborhood in St. Louis city 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 Saint Louis

Emergency dentist coverage area in Saint Louis, MO

What to do while you wait for your Saint Louis appointment

  • Pain relief: ibuprofen and acetaminophen taken together, as the labels allow, usually work better than either alone. Avoid heat on the face.
  • Bleeding: bite on clean gauze or a damp tea bag for 20 minutes without checking. If it soaks through repeatedly, tell the operator when you call.
  • Lost filling or crown: keep the crown if you have it. Temporary dental cement from a pharmacy can cover the tooth until your appointment.
  • Tooth knocked out: do not scrub the root. Put the tooth in milk or hold it in your cheek and get to the dentist within the hour if you can.

Read the full first-aid guides: wisdom tooth pain, bleeding that will not stop, knocked-out tooth.

How much does an emergency dentist cost in Saint Louis, MO?

What you pay in Saint Louis, MO depends on the treatment, not on the time of day. Partner dentists do not inflate prices for emergencies, though a few charge a modest weekend fee. The ranges below reflect partner clinic fee schedules in large metro areas. If you are uninsured, ask about in-house payment plans, which most clinics offer.

Emergency dental costs in Saint Louis
TreatmentSaint Louis range (no insurance)With insurance (typical)
Emergency exam + X-ray$120–$280$0–$50 copay
Simple extraction$180–$45020–50% of fee
Abscess drainage$250–$60020–50% of fee
Root canal$900–$1,70030–50% of fee
Temporary crown$120–$35050% of fee

Estimates from partner clinic fee schedules. Your dentist quotes the exact fee before treatment. Figures reflect partner clinic fee schedules in large metro areas. See the no-insurance guide and full cost guide.

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Saint Louis emergency dentist FAQ

Need a Saint Louis dentist now? Call 1-855-219-4656, free, Mon to Sat 10am to 5pm ET, Sun 9am to 2pm ET.

Will the dentist prescribe antibiotics over the phone?
No. A dentist must examine the tooth before prescribing. What we can do is get you in front of a Saint Louis dentist quickly so that treatment, including antibiotics when needed, starts today.
Can I get a same-day tooth extraction in Saint Louis?
In most cases, yes. Saint Louis partner dentists reserve emergency slots for extractions, abscess drainage and broken teeth. If the tooth needs an oral surgeon, we refer you to one with same-day availability.
What do I do if it starts hurting in the middle of the night?
Rinse with warm salt water, keep your head raised and use an over-the-counter painkiller you normally tolerate. Call as soon as the line opens and we book the first Saint Louis slot available. Swelling that affects breathing or swallowing, or bleeding that will not stop, is an emergency room visit, not a wait.
Can I get a root canal on the same day in Saint Louis?
Often the first visit relieves pain by opening the tooth and removing the infected nerve, with the root canal completed at a second visit. Several Saint Louis partner dentists can start the same day.
Does calling guarantee a dentist in Saint Louis itself?
We always look inside Saint Louis first. If nothing is open, we offer the nearest clinic in St. Louis city, and you can decline any option without charge.

Need a dentist in Saint Louis right now?

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