My wife and I have been going to this dental office in downtown Chicago for many years, and I can't…read moresay enough about Dr. J., who is quite simply the best dentist I've ever had. She is very knowledgeable, highly professional and always up to date on the latest technologies and practices. I recently had the bonding on a front tooth redone. At first, it was causing just a bit a problem with my bite, but I quickly returned and she was able to quickly solve the problem with the minutest of adjustments. Just happy to have everything back to normal.

After seeing this dentist for 15 years, and having no dental issues, she failed me entirely. She…read morewanted to have an oral surgeon pull a perfectly healthy tooth, and she ignored the endodontist report that there was nothing wrong with the tooth. She refused to refill my prescriptions for antibiotics and relieve my pain because I wouldn't allow the healthy tooth to be pulled while I waited for a second opinion from an oral surgeon she recommended to me, who could not see me for one month. She betrayed my trust or was inept, and so I have found another dentist.

I have never had my teeth professionally whitened, but decided to do so before my graduation. What…read morea great experience! I was out in under an hour with sparkling white teeth :) Ebony is professional and very friendly, and the process was about as relaxing as it could be! Will definitely be going back for touch ups.

My wife, my daughter and I have gone here for the last two years. When needed. My wife doesn't like…read morehim and neither does my daughter. My personal experience with him has left a horrible taste in my mouth (excuse the pun). I have bad teeth. He made a permanent bridge for my top teeth. For the front bottom 4 he made a denture. I tried for months to get used to it and just could not. I hated it. So, I asked for the same type of permanent bridge on the bottom. It's very embarrassing to not have my front 4 bottom teeth, and my job involves visiting multiple people every day. He told me he could do it and would fight to have it done with the insurance. I had even applied for the credit I would need to get it done. (It was not cheap) Next thing I know it's been denied by insurance. I come to find out after many calls and attempts to appeal that this cowardly lying SOB told the insurance he couldn't recommend it. While still telling me he would fight to get it done. Obviously, we have left the guy and would recommend you go see someone else. I am sure he is fine for cleanings, but so is a dental hygienist. If you need more than that or a fluoride treatment, go to a better skilled and less cowardly dentist.

I have been going to Dr. Patalia for 5 years now and think he's great. Before I started seeing Dr…read more Patalia I have always hated going to the dentist, but he is so nice and reassuring and makes sure every appointment goes smoothly. He takes time to get to know you and always remembers what you've talked about 6 months later at the next appointment. I highly recommend Dr. Patalia.

If I could give 10 stars I would. Dr. Koos and his team are EXCELLENT…read more This is long, but please read! I am terrified of the dentist. Anything dental I absolutely despise. My dentist told me I needed a root canal. I did not want a root canal because the idea of having the nerves taken out of my tooth and having a dead tooth in my body sends shivers down my spine. So I elected to have my tooth removed. I had molar #2 (top farthest back right - needed the root canal) and my wisdom tooth (#1) taken out (the wisdom tooth had to come out with the molar). So begins my journey... My dentist set me up with their, in network, oral surgeon, who was only going to numb me. I said, "Absolutely not, I want to be asleep." Thus began researching oral surgeons. I initially found Dr. Koos but learned he did not take my HMO insurance (which is fine). I then booked a consultation with an oral surgeon, who did take my insurance, Dr. Parimal Sapovadia (Dr. Perry) - Who has HORRIBLE reviews on every website - at Park Dental Specialists in Lincoln Park (Chicago). After leaving the appointment at Park Dental Specialists, I had instant panic and extreme anxiety - all day, everyday. The female receptionist was the only positive part of this consultation. I canceled my appointment with Park Dental Specialists. Anyways...back to Dr. Koos. I decided to book a consultation with Dr. Koos at Ora Oral Surgery. After making this decision, I immediately felt all of my anxiety go away. Upon arriving at Ora for my consultation, Sam, the receptionist sat down with me and walked me through all of the paperwork. She is kind, empathetic, and understanding of anxiety surrounding dental work. Then I had my x-ray taken by a lovely woman, I can't remember her name, I want to say Nancy. She is a calming, warm individual. Then I met Dr. Koos, as other reviews have stated, he did not look in my mouth during the consultation, just at the x-ray. However, this man is wonderful, he addressed my many concerns and anxieties. I truly felt that I would have the best possible outcome with him. After booking my appointment, I had ZERO anxiety right up until I was back at the office for surgery, which was just nerves because being put under anesthesia and having teeth pulled is a little bit scary. Come the day of surgery, I arrived at the office and was greeted by Sam like we were old friends. She asked me how I was feeling (nervous, obviously). Sam made me feel incredibly comfortable, gave me an alcohol wipe to smell so that I wouldn't feel as nauseated. Once in the operating room, I was given laughing gas (Nitrous Oxide), an anti-inflammatory steroid (not sure how it was mixed in), and was put to sleep. I don't remember anything after being put to sleep. I went to sleep and it felt like I was only out for 5 minutes when I began waking up in the operating room. I was then walked to a recovery room where my mom was brought in and I was given VERY CLEAR aftercare instructions. Dr. Koos stopped by to check in on me and answer any questions my mom or I had. Pain - Not a lot so far. Day of Surgery: I was still numb on the top right quadrant of my mouth and just a little sore. I'm assuming the soreness is from where the numbing shot was put in (they always make me really sore). I am stitched up with dissolvable (I requested this as I was nervous that the blood clot would fall out). I woke up relatively easily, felt like I'd had a few too many drinks. It is now approximately 5 hours later, I am home and resting. I feel very awake, I didn't really feel sleepy when I woke up from surgery, just unbalanced. But Dr. Koos' staff walked me to my car. Evening after surgery: Dr. Koos called me personally after 7pm. Have you ever met a doctor who calls you from what I believe is his personal number? I haven't! He answered all of my questions. Dr. Koos is an extremely caring doctor! Morning after surgery: Woke up a little sore - I didn't wake up in the middle of the night to take my ibuprofen, but took it in the morning with my antibiotic. My face is a little sore, the actual gum is not. I am assuming it's were Dr. Koos gave me the numbing shot (always causes a lot of pain, even when cavities are pulled). But overall, I'm feeling pretty good. Swelling - Surprisingly, I don't have any swelling. You honestly couldn't ask for a better oral surgeon. Dr. Koos is simply the best. All the staff at Ora Oral Surgery - Uptown Locarion (Clark and Lawrence) are incredible. If you are scared of the dentist, Dr. Koos is the best in town! I couldn't more highly recommend him and his wonderful staff! Thank you soooo much Ora Oral Surgery on Clark! NOTE: Dr. Koos' Office does not accept my insurance. I paid out of pocket. I believe they only accept PPOs and I have HMO.

Toplines: Don't Walk, (Run) Away from ORA Surgery and Implant Studio…read moreI think most people would agree, negative Yelp reviews shouldn't be thrown around if you had one bad experience at a crappy pizza place or maybe a restaurant where you landed a server that was just having a bad day. On the other hand, dental work in general, but especially the process of getting a dental implant and all of the phases and costs that go along with it, merits warning for others that are about to go down this road. How did I choose ORA Surgery? It was recommended to me by my dentist, who I really love and who represents quite the opposite of my experience here. Having not a clue as to how many appointments and how much money and time this was going to take, I didn't second guess or do my due diligence. That's on me. All in, I spent a fortune (over $6,000) out of pocket over a process of (over 3 years now) on an implant that failed and now I'm starting from square one. That doesn't include all the money they made from billing insurance, which it seems they stopped doing altogether from what I was told on my last and final visit. I thought I was going crazy, but I have seen some of the other reviews now it looks like I'm not alone. 1) ORA is way overpriced and the whole point is profit - not well-being, not customer satisfaction. I have now had time to do comparisons on rates for procedures with other providers and these rates (apples-to-apples) are way above the norm. They push the "boutique, LEED-certified, green, sustainable" claptrap on you to distract you from terrible service, price and results 2) MY IMPLANT FAILED LESS THAN A YEAR AFTER PLACEMENT - literally fell out of my jaw while I was sleeping - after I reported this, THEY did not rush to get me in - I had to bug them (several times) to get back in 3) Once I was able to get back in I was met with nothing more than a shoulder shrug, a restatement of "how rare" implant failures are, and a not-so-subtle inference that it must have been something (I did) to make the failure happen 4) As of even a few months ago, I was having to call and BEG THEM to send over a treatment plan with estimates. Called, emailed twice, never received them 5) The staff is insufferable - my process was long enough to see the front desk turnover TWICE. Rude wouldn't be the correct word - you can tell they have had complaints because you can physically see them biting their tongue to stop themselves from unloading. CREDIT: There were a couple "back of the house" assistants that were kind, professional, and seemed to understand that some patients may ask questions about why a procedure or timeline was necessary 6) The disconnect between the front desk staff and the knowledge of financials (or even how to get an invoice) is so very suspicious, but I now realize it's probably the point. 7) Good luck with any insurance - if they do submit they will remind you that the insurance probably won't pay, you have to pay them in full NOW, and they will do so in a way that says "we are doing you a really big favor" 8) You WILL get nickel and dimed. There is a 2% charge on cards - EVEN DEBIT! I asked if I could go grab some cash to avoid this (because who carries that much cash?) and they acted as if I were shoplifting 9) The process WILL NOT be explained to you, and they will shuttle you in to do an x-ray/exam/some other arcane procedure, and the main point is they want to do it before you find out how much it is going to cost you or if it's even necessary 10) The general vibe of the experience: "You should be so lucky we are even going to see you, now please pay us and don't ask any questions" Steer clear of this one, and I am imploring those that are about to start the implant process - take some time to do comparative research, it's a huge investment of time and money, and if you miss, it's a big miss.

My first time and I loved the results It was definitely…read moreworth the 45min drive Can't wait to go back

Disappointed in treatment. Teeth still look like the before picture I took hours before…read moretreatment... not happy with results- money wasted and Hyde Park location is under construction soo had to meet in a beauty salon.

I have been here a few times, and I really enjoyed my experience. The owner really does have the…read morebest medically-graded whitening products. Came in for a deep cleaning and teeth-whitening and was very impressed. My smile is still bright months after treatment. If you are looking for teeth cleaning/whitening services at an affordable rate, Say Cheese 1101 is the place to go.

The guy is absolutely informative and give you many bibs during the whiting process . Check in to…read moreensure light therapy was directed to teeth area. Extremely happy with the result

David is always a pleasure to work with. The office is clean and everyone is taken care of timely …read more The whitening service works well and he also educates on how to upkeep your smile. Repeat customer here

I had a friend using the medspa for laser hair removal so I decided to try it out. I went in just…read morelast month to use my promotional purchase for the hydrafacial. Up until my appointment, I did my research and watched videos of before and after so I was really excited for my hydrafacial. The spa was pretty and very clean, the front desk folks were also very nice. I was happy to get a consultation from the esthetician as it was my first visit. Although I was there for the hydrafacial, she recommended the "restart chemical peel" which is great and I told her I would definitely consider that the next time I come in. I know there is downtime with a peel and I had things going on that weekend that didn't allow for any last minute skincare changes. I felt like she might have been trying to upsell and was upset when I didn't take her recommendation. Anyways, I knew the hydrafacial was a little quicker than a "spa" facial but I feel like it was completely rushed! She didn't remove my make-up before the procedure which left me with mascara under my eyes during and after the procedure. The actual facial was maybe 10 minutes long with quick runs over just the larger areas on my face, no attention to detail like I had seen in all the videos I watched of hydrafacial reviews (from multiple spas). The results were lackluster. No shine, no bounce, no ultra-glow from this facial. My face looked and felt exactly the same as when I came in. That said, I'm not going back for that chemical peel if this is the level of service for a new, paying customer.

Really amazing. I was super scared and reluctant to get lip filler as I am older and probably not…read morethe easiest case. I have super thin lips. Ashley is the absolute best. She goes slow and is caring and I felt like she recommended exactly what was best for me and nothing more. I am really upset because since I had such a great experience I am afraid I will now be addicted to getting this done all the time! LOL