Broken tooth, severe pain, or a knocked-out tooth? Call now - we hold same-day reservations for dental emergencies and often see patients within a few hours. Real dentist, real office, real relief.

Is This a Dental Emergency?

Not every dental problem needs same-day care - but some absolutely do. If you're experiencing any of the following, call us now rather than waiting for a routine appointment:

Severe toothache that's stopping you from sleeping, eating, or focusing
Knocked-out tooth — every minute matters
Broken or cracked tooth, especially with pain or a sharp edge
Swelling or a dental abscess — this is an active infection, not something to wait out
Lost crown or filling leaving a tooth exposed
Uncontrolled bleeding from the mouth, especially after a recent surgery

When in doubt, call. Our team can assess your situation over the phone in under a few minutes and tell you exactly how quickly you need to come in.

If you have facial swelling spreading toward your neck, difficulty breathing or swallowing, or a fever above 101°F with dental pain, go to the ER or call 911 - these are medical emergencies that go beyond what any dental office can treat.

Our Team

Meet More of Our Team

Dr. Matthew Hudzinski DMD

Dr. Matthew Hudzinski brought his vision for patient-centered care to the practice in 2024, taking the reins from Dr. Fryer and building on the culture of excellence he inherited.

Dr. Hudzinski earned a Bachelor of Science ...

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Dr. Kevin Fryer

Dr. Kevin Fryer's connection to Hudzinski Dental runs deep; he founded the practice in 1992 and spent more than three decades building it into the patient-centered home it is today. Though he transitioned ownership to ...

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A Real Dentist, Not a Call Center

Search "emergency dentist near me" and you'll find a lot of noise - 24-hour hotlines and referral services that connect you to whichever office happens to have an opening, often with no relationship to the dentist who actually treats you.

Hudzinski Dental & Associates is a real, established practice in Mayfield Heights. When you call, you're talking to our team - not an operator reading from a script. You'll be treated by Dr. Kevin Fryer or Dr. Matthew Hudzinski from start to finish, including any follow-up care.

We reserve same-day openings specifically for emergencies, and we see patients with or without insurance. If cost is a concern, tell us when you call - we'll give you a clear estimate before any treatment begins.

Should You Call Us or Go to the ER?

This is one of the most common questions we hear - and getting it right matters for your health and your wallet. The ER can manage pain and prescribe antibiotics, but it cannot reimplant a tooth, repair a crack, drain an abscess properly, or place a crown.

Situation	Call Us	Go to the ER
Knocked-out tooth, broken tooth, lost crown	✔ We treat the source of the problem	Cannot repair or reimplant
Severe toothache, localized abscess	✔ We treat the infection directly	Only manages symptoms
Swelling spreading to jaw/neck, fever, trouble breathing or swallowing	Call us AND seek emergency care	✔ Go immediately — this is a medical emergency

If you're unsure which category you're in, call us first. We'll tell you honestly if you need to be seen here or need to go straight to the ER.

What Happens When You Call

We assess your situation by phone - usually in under 5 minutes - and reserve a same-day appointment for you.
You're seen quickly. Emergency patients are prioritized, and we take digital X-rays to see the full picture.
We explain your options before doing anything. You'll know what's wrong, what it costs, and what we recommend before treatment starts - no surprises.
Pain relief comes first. Most emergencies are resolved or stabilized in a single visit, with a clear plan for any follow-up work needed.

Transparent Pricing, No Surprises

Cost anxiety shouldn't be a reason to delay treatment.

If you don't have insurance, we offer financing through CareCredit, Sunbit, and Health Finance Direct, so treatment can start the same day the cost is settled - not weeks later. As an example, a $1,200 emergency root canal and crown financed over 12 months at 0% APR with CareCredit comes to about $100/month - less than a typical car payment.