Dr Salem is the BEST! I have had tons of dental work done over the years. This is by far the very best dentist I've ever had. Everyone from the front office staff, hygienists and of course the dentist. Seriously amazing. I always look forward to my cleaning because I know they really care about my sensitive teeth and take care to make sure I am never in pain. The dentist does cleaning herself which is crazy. I've never been to a dentist office where the dentist does my cleaning. So key to finding or noticing things that might need attention. Love this place!! read more

I'm obsessed with Dr Salem I would go to see her once a month if I could! Emily the tech is amazing and I just love this team. HIGHLY recommend read more

Just here to continue to say Freshworks Dental Studio continues to go above and beyond for their patients. I am normally not an avid Yelp review writer, but was prompted to make my initial Yelp review because I truly have so much love for this dental practice (and back to update for continued exceptional service). Today, there was an unexpected delay with picking up a new retainer. The Freshworks staff took total responsibility of the situation, handled it as professionally as possible, and made sure they offered me a quick and easy solution. The team was apologetic and very solution oriented to make sure they made it right. Dr. S came out to address the problem as well, continuing to show great ownership and responsibility of the situation. I have had nothing but positive experiences when at Freshworks Dental Studio, and even with this hiccup, the team continues to ensure they are able to continue to provide exceptional service for their patients (even when things don't go according to plan). Thank you Freshworks Dental Studio Team!! read more

Friendly, comfortable, and professional. I haven't been to the dentist in a while, and I didn't get the traditional berating and shaming. Doctor Salem told me that we will review several options and how we are going to renovate "This Old Mouth". I have never had such a comforting experience in a dentist office before. Also the office is so clean, fresh, and reassuring. So glad I trusted the other Yelp reviews! read more

Extremely friendly staff. Always can get an appointment and timely when taking you back. They are quick but thorough. Can always find parking out front as well. My husband and I both love coming here and appreciate the overall quality of service!! Not that it matters but.. I love their music choice read more

Dr. Salem is an absolute JOY. She is thorough, caring & gentle. I used to have anxiety at the sheer thought of going to the dentist but after finding her, I actually look forward to my 6 month check ups. 10/10 ... HIGHLY recommend... your teeth will love you for it! read more

I love everything about this place. Clean, amazing service and wonderful staff. I'm so happy I found it!

I went to Freshworks as a new patient today. I hadn't been to a dentist since before the pandemic so my gums took a beating, but I expected that. I appreciated Emily's fastidiousness. Doctor was very nice, as well. Front desk staff were kind. Office was clean. No complaints. read more

Had been going to my family dentist for the past 20 years and decided to make a switch to a more modern, upscale, centrally located practice. Dr. Salem and her staff are extremely personable and down to earth, making the experience more than just a 'dentist visit'. Additionally, one underrated part of a dentist experience is being told what is about to happen and what you should feel right before it does (ie Dr. Salem would say I'm going to pinch on this part of the tooth, let me know what you feel). Refreshing to be part of a young, innovative practice. read more

I love this place. I found it a couple years ago and booked an appointment via ZocDoc, and I've been going here ever since. They have a great online booking tool as well, that you can use to make changes to existing appointments - a nice touch that not all booking tools have. In addition to twice-yearly cleanings, I came here to get a nightguard to protect my teeth against bruxism (teeth grinding). For my nightguard, Dr. Hruskocy discussed my options beforehand and was transparent about the cost. She offered a different version of a night guard that would cost extra, and when I said I wanted a more traditional nightguard, she didn't mention it again. Then when I actually got the nightguard... I cracked one side within a month (for context, nightguards typically last at least 1-2 years depending on severity of your bruxism and consistency of use) and she made me a new one without charge. Getting an appointment to make new molds was quick and easy, and so was making an appointment to receive it and make any last-minute adjustments. She even let me keep the old one to have as an extra. When I asked what to do if I broke the new one, Dr. Hruskocy was totally transparent about the process and said they'd send it to a different lab. Cleanings range from satisfactory to great- I have sensitive teeth and though gentleness does vary a bit from hygienist to to hygienist, I've never had a bad experience with any of them. The front desk is friendly and great at their job - they check costs and see what can be covered by insurance and what FSA will cover, and every time I'm in the waiting room they strike a great balance of being on the phone with insurance companies and making sure nobody is waiting too long to check in. Speaking of wait times, I'm usually seen a little early, with the caveat that I usually book slower times like 10-11 or 1-3. Latest I've ever waited was about 10 minutes past my appointment time. I've recommended friends to Freshworks Dental and they have a great referral system - a gift card to a local business (my favorite kind of business!) or a take-home whitening tray. Check out Freshworks and they'll take care of your teeth! read more

I just moved to Chicago and Dr. Hruskocy and her team came highly recommended from several people that I work with. Given the current climate (Covid), I had some reservations about the appointment. The office has intentionally reduced the number of daily appointments, installed air filters in every room, has temporarily discontinued polishing (given the particulate/aerosol risk), and added floor to ceiling wall dividers between all dental suites. The hygienists (and Dr. Hruskocy) are all also wearing N-95 masks under standard surgical masks and are in full gown and face shield. I also saw the receptionist clean the front door handle and counter between clients. Ingrid and Dr. Hruskocy were also wonderful. I highly recommend this facility. read more

Turns out, the dentist that I went to for 20 years did less than stellar work. That equates to turning a couple bad crowns and fillings into the kind of work that makes me smile, and I don't feel funny showing. Enter Dr. Heather Kitchens! Besides the fact that she has the coolest first name ever, she laid out a treatment plan for me that will result in no more mouth pain or embarrassment, and has been very upfront about the cost of doing business with her. They seem to have the latest technology at their fingertips, and take pictures of your mouth so you can see exactly what they are going to do. Dr. Kitchens has an amazing bedside manner. She explains everything up front, and thus far has given me different options of what to do with several issues I'm encountering. She is so gentle about everything; normally when you get a shot of novicane it hurts, she does the simplest thing to make sure it doesn't! The office staff is very nice as well. They have a t.v. in each room, or you can listen to music. I bring my iPod and plug in with their Bose headphones. The office is very close to the Irving Park Brown-Line. Unfortunately for me, I'll be here often until she fixes my issues. But, fortunately, I've found a great dentist I can highly recommend! read more

I had been a patient here for a few years, but just recently moved out of state and am considering coming back to Chicago just to go to the dentist. Everyone here is awesome! Professional, knowledgeable and no b s. Honest feedback and advice. They don't do additional work just to do work, which I SO appreciate!!! read more

Excellent experience making an appointment. Becca did the scheduling. It's so important to have your frontline workers top notch so they represent your business first impression. Also the office is immaculate and the staff is very careful to keep patients healthy. Each exam room has its own air purifier too. read more

After a lot of research, I chose to visit Dr. Kitchens at Freshworks Dental when I finally worked up the courage to visit a dentist after many long years of neglecting my teeth. I am very happy with my choice, as Dr. Kitchens and her staff are kind, caring, and gentle. I would recommend her to anyone who is searching for a dentist. Dr. Kitchens explains procedures very well and is genuinely concerned about her patients, their health, and their comfort. I tend to be a nervous patient. This, coupled with a jaw problem that makes it difficult/painful to keep my mouth open for too long, can be challenging. Dr. Kitchens is very patient and gentle, and she checks in with me periodically throughout each appointment to make sure that I am okay and comfortable. Going to the dentist is never fun, but Dr. Kitchens goes out of her way to make it as easy and comfortable as possible. read more

I followed Dr. Kitchens over from The Whole Tooth, since she's been the best dentist I've had. Unfortunately, I've been cursed with great looking, but cavity prone, teeth....thanks Mom and Dad! :) Dr. Kitchen's is extremely thorough with her treatments, and explains everything that's going on in great detail. She's been cleaning my teeth as well and it's the best (and again, most thorough), cleaning I've had. I'm glad she's joined Freshworks, and would highliy recommend heading here if you're looking for a dentist on the north side. read more

I highly recommend Dr. Kitchens. I previously saw her at the Whole Tooth and have begun to see her at her new practice. She is very informative throughout her explanations during your exam and is very good at explaining any issues that arise. Dr. Kitchens is also conservative in her approach - which is very good as not every fix needs to be very complex or involved. Her office is mostly paperless and appointments can be made through their website which makes appointment scheduling a breeze. The technology aspect also helps when her or her staff explains things using x-rays or other information in an easy to use manner. I look forward to continuing to see Dr. Kitchens for my dental care. read more

PROS: - Incredibly kind, friendly and skilled staff. - Great location with pretty easy parking on the side streets or meter parking right in front. - Very clean and modern office with computer imaging, Cable TV to watch while waiting or during your treatment. - Both phone and online scheduling access with auto reminders and calendar updates. - They send treatment estimates and approvals out to your insurer incredibly quick, so you know exactly how much each treatment will cost out of pocket. CONS: -Not exactly the most convenient to schedule; no weekend times, and you will have an average of at least a month gap between when you schedule and when you can be seen. But hey...they are awesome, so worth the wait in my opinion. OVERALL: I never realized how sub-par all my other dentists were before coming here. Dr. Kitchens is incredibly understanding of the patient experience, and always goes above and beyond to make sure you are educated about what's going on, and that you are always comfortable. She always has a smile and is a great conversationalist if/when you are in the mood for her to talk. Most importantly, her work is flawless...the fillings I just received are completely unnoticeable, even up close-up. I highly recommend! read more

I can't say enough positive things about Dr. Kitchens. She is the best dentist that I've had, and I've had a quite a few. She is incredibly thorough, comes up with pragmatic solutions to challenging teeth-issues, and has never tried to "sell" me on a procedure. She really looks out for your health and what will work for you. She is so patient, gentle and humorous. She builds great relationships that last - something you don't often find today. No one gives a better Novocaine injection than her, you hardly notice it! She treats me and several members of my family and we all agree that she is the best! read more

I had my first appointment at this office yesterday and I was very impressed. The staff is very polite and helpful, their website is extremely convenient. I was able to book an appointment and fill out the tedious paperwork online before I showed up at the office. When I got there all I had to do was give them a few signatures. Dr. Kitchens did a wonderful job explaining what was going on with my teeth and what she wanted to do to fix my problems. She was very gentle and always concerned for my comfort level. I felt very much at ease with her while she worked on me. This office seems big on technology, which is right up my alley. I was able to watch TV while they x-rayed me. They showed me high resolution xrays and pictures of my teeth to explain what my situation was. Dr. Kitchens recommended a few procedures to fix my issues, then handed me an iPad to show me videos on what those procedures entailed. I went to this office because of the great reviews I found online, and I have to agree with them all. From start to finish, this was a pain free experience. read more

I neglected going to the dentist for a long, long time. Embarrassingly long period of time to be honest. Luckily when I finally decided that I needed to take better care of my teeth and mouth, I happened upon Dr. Kitchens and her amazing staff at Freshworks Dental Studio. Honest but not judgmental ... funny and incredibly polite ... the entire team is an absolute pleasure and I'm lucky to have found them. They moved to a new location a year or so ago (I'm pretty sure I helped buy at least one piece of equipment considering how often I needed to go early on) and it's quite convenient from the train; parking is also not bad at all in the area. I was a little nervous when Dr. Kitchens said I needed to see a specialist for a few things before she could start taking care of my fillings and cleanings. No fear though, because it seems as though the same demeanor and philosophy she applies in her practice relates directly to her colleagues she uses for referrals; no issues at all with the periodontist I was referred to. Pretty sure I haven't written a review for quite some time because I don't want the word getting out how great everyone is here - I wanted to make sure I had access to those good appointment times! However, they are the best and people need to know that. (Seriously though, just don't take my preferred appointment times) read more

Highly recommend Freshworks Dental. Dr. Heather Hruskolly is very skilled and qknowledgeable in her field. On My first visit for a consult, I was impressed by the attentiveness of the staff from Kayla at reception and Grace the general dentistry assistant. The office and equipment is very modern. My appointment were taken on time, and that's so important for me. Copay s and insurance explained and outlined to your understanding. Dr. Hruskolly took the time to truly explain my oral health needs to an extent I've never had before. Going through the X-rays and connecting the dots. When you're older and late I life in taking the best care of your oral health its important to know how to maintaining moving forward. So from there I felt confident in coming back for scheduled work. On my second visit I had a deep cleaning and an extraction, now that's a mouthful and it went off very smoothly. Nicki who took care of my cleaning was awesome in explaining the process what to expect and made sure I was in no pain! I've had extractions before and this was the first time ever I honestly can say I didn't feel a panic attack! Heather took her time to ensure she didn't brake or damaged anything that would have made the procedure difficult. Explaining everything along the way. Most times you feel all that pressure of the pulling and stuff, your mouth hurts from being stretched. I had none of that! So this was really long review, for once I can honestly say I would highly recommend a dental group, and look forward to maintaining mine and my daughters (she too was impressed) oral Heath knowing we're in good hands. Yes it's affordable and I had no problems with my insurance, which was how I found this location. read more

I hadn't been to the dentist in 8 yrs and every one at Freshworks made it as pleasant of an experience as possible. Dr Kitchens is a kind, considerate, gentle, and real dentist. I say "real" because so many doctors and dentists out there have an attitude that they are not on the same level as you, which is why it's refreshing that Dr Kitchens does not come across this way. I was referred to this office from a friend and I'd refer others to this office. Freshworks Dental Studio has my business as long as I live in Chicago. read more

Dr. Sheffield is the best dentist I have ever been to! The office is so clean and calming. I have had several painful experiences at previous dentist and she makes sure you are comfortable the whole time. You are sitting facing a tv so you can watch while they are cleaning your teeth. Her assistant Kaitlyn was very nice and gently while helping clean my teeth. Usually I wake up the next day in pain but after seeing her my mouth was a little sore but zero pain the next day. She, also, educated me on what I could do to better help with my teeth and what toothbrush works best for me. I have been with my previous dentist for a year and a half and did not know any of the things I learned here. If you are looking for amazing experience with a very nice staff you should check out this place! read more

I have major dental anxiety and hadn't been to the dentist in over 4 years. Dr. Hruskocy was absolutely wonderful and explained everything she was doing and made the whole process as painless as possible. I would recommend Freshworks to anybody I know. read more

I went to Freshworks Dental Studio for the first time and it was great. The personnel very professional. The place is very clean and organized, what I appreciate besides the great work on my teeth was that they don't overbook patients which makes it very easy to make an appointment. The Dr. explains everything to you and they are very understanding. I have had horrible experiences with dentists and have had bad work done in the past which made this a really contrasting great experience and for sure I will keep coming back! read more

THE ONLY DENTIST I HAVE EVER HAD THAT CHANGED MY MIND ABOUT HATING THE DENTIST. LOL. She is gentle and patient, very personable and her staff is so friendly. I am sad to say that she will be highly missed as I have now moved from Chicago too far away to continue with her, I wish I could bring her, her staff, and her office with. Thank you Dr. Kitchens for your wonderful service. You are amazing. et another great visit with Dr. Kitchens. She is so gentle, caring, considerate, explicative, and really listens to her patients. She really knows how to go the extra mile. I was having a tooth extracted to make room for some orthodontic work. One of the roots was not visible on the x-ray was imbedded in bone. She didn't know about the imbedded bone, and during the extraction the tooth broke. She fought to get the tooth out for an hour, stayed calm and collected. Finally her and I both agreed an oral surgeon was going to have to look at it. She got me into see one that same day 30 minutes later. She called me at home to make sure I was ok that night. I couldn't ask for a better dentist. TOM THOMPSON read more

Beautiful, modern office in a great location where quality care is the top priority! Dr. Kitchens and Dr. Hruskocy treat their patients with compassion, and you know that they truly care. read more

Best Dentist in Chicago. Okay, okay, I admit I haven't been to every other dentist in Chicago, but I seriously doubt their ability to compete with Dr. Kitchens. First, she gives you an estimate of what things are going to cost. She works with the insurance company, she doesn't assume you have bottomless pockets. She is very aware of the financial aspect of things and really works with you because she genuinely wants to help you. Second, she's very thorough. I've never had a dentist show me my x-rays or pictures before to actually show me the cavities or problems with my teeth before Dr. Kitchens. It's pretty awesome. She checked everything, previously dentists have just had the hygenist clean my teeth, take x-rays, and they come out from the back room to tell me if I have any problems or not and maybe spend a few minutes with me. Dr. Kitchens was 100% hands on the whole time, she did everything herself and talked about it as she did it so I knew what was going on. Third, she's gentle. I didn't have anything that would have caused me pain, but she was very careful to make sure I was comfortable and nothing was hurting, unlike other dentists who jab and poke without any regard for whether you're in agony. Fourth, she really looks at the big picture: what it's going to take to get your mouth healthy and keep it that way. My husband needs extensive work and previous dentists have flat out refused to even clean his teeth, Dr. Kitchens has worked out a plan of attack for him, there was never any question of whether she would clean them or not - she did so gently and did a great job of it because she honestly cares about her patient's dental health. Imagine that! Fifth, the FreshWorks office is really nice. The equipment is all new and you can watch TV while getting your teeth cleaned if you want to. Sixth, when needing emergency care for an infected tooth I called around a few different places after reading some yelp reviews and seeing who took our insurance. Most places couldn't get my husband in for a week, sometimes 2. Dr. Kitchens had him in her office within 24 hours of my call, and that is pretty fabulous. And no, we didn't get some excessively large "emergency care" bill, and that was super fabulous. So, I give her 5 stars. She's a great dentist AND she cares about her patients, what more could you ask for? read more

Freshworks Dental Studio has great reviews, but when I called to make an appointment the receptionist was quite rude and short with me about their availability. There really wasn't a need for that, especially as a new patient. I called another dental office around the corner with equally good reviews and they were much more accommodating and friendly. Thanks anyway, Freshworks. read more

Dr. Kitchens is awesome. After waiting far too long to find a dentist, I finally broke down and called a random dentist on the internet, and I found her! She made me feel comfortable, and didnt make me feel nervous in the slightest. She is affordable, and is really good at explaining costs and working with insurance companies! She also is just a fantastic dentist- she is gentle and explains things in detail. Go see Heather Kitchens- you will be so happy with your pearly whites if you do! read more

My experience with Dr. Hruskocy at Freshworks Dental studio was top notch! The office is modern and clean. TV's in every room made the experience even better! It has state of the art technology. Dr. Hruskocy is knowledgeable, honest and you can tell genuinely cares about pt.'s best interests. Her bedside manner is great, she's personable and easy to talk to. The other staff were great as well. If you are looking for a nice quality facility with knowledgeable dentists, I highly recommend Dr. Hruskocy at Freshworks Dental! read more

Phenomenal. Came here by referral from my periodontist (Dr. Gloria Gargiulo) and I'm so grateful! Dr Kitchens is a dental dream come true. Having come from a not-so great dentist, I'm so happy to have found FreshWorks. I had some cavities filled and it was a very relaxing enjoyable experience. Who can say that about their dentist? read more

Dr. Ktichens and her practice were highly recommended. The recommendation was on point. Dr. Kitchens is an excellent dentist. She is gentle and best of all caring. We never have any issues scheduling appointments. I like late appointments and they are always willing to accommodate my request of a late appointment. Our dental health has improved greatly since we first went to see Dr. Kitchens three years ago. We requested our records from our previous dentist in Boston. Dr. Nui happens to be a professor at one of the preeminent dental schools in the US Tufts University. Dr. Kitchens was one of Dr. Nui's students. He recognized her name although it had been many years since she had graduated, he said to us that she as one of her best pupils. Indeed a great endorsement. read more

I havent even been here since I returned to Chicago, but I went to whole tooth just for Dr. Kitchens! Even she did her practice in a wooden shack I would recommend her services! Best dentist ever hands down! read more

Everyone is really friendly and invested in making the experience as pleasant as possible. Extremely prompt - never have to wait around, which is awesome. And the Dr. Hruskocy is quick and pain-free with the fillings! Highly recommend. read more

I am only in Chicago for the summer and after reading all of the pleasant reviews on Yelp, I decided to go to Freshworks for my sever tooth ache. Kaela, the receptionist, was very knowledgeable and got me an appointment right away. She answered all of my questions. She is very knowledgeable about insurance and explained my out of state coverage to me. I saw Dr. Sara Sheffield and I was very impressed. She explained everything to me clearly and made sure that I understood what the issue was and what could be causing it. She spoke to me like an adult (I am 21) and that was very important to me. I was pretty upset that I needed a root canal but she was very calming and assuring. I knew that she would take care of me. She refereed to me Benson Endodontics and Kaela called and got me an appointment for that day. The office was very clean and new and there were TVs in all of the exam rooms. For being in a bad situation, Freshworks really helped me out and made the experience easy. read more

Dr. Kitchens and her staff are simply the best. I have had a number of dentists over the years and Dr. Kitchens has not only blown them all away she consistently exceeds my expectations. She takes the time to explain exactly what she is doing and why in a very personable manner. Her ability to make shots painless is simply incredible! There is no better dental practice than Freshworks! read more

I dont know too many people who enjoy going to a dentist. Dr. Kitchens is so nice and gentle that I dont really mind dental visits anymore. Her office is very clean and modern. Dr. Kitchens also accepts my dental plan. ( bonus! ) I like the fact that she does my cleaning herself, this way she sees everything that a hygenist might miss. Dr. Kitchens is so caring and takes the time to explain my treatment options. Go see Dr. Kitchens, you will be amazed by her skills and chairside manner. read more

I am a brusher and a flosser, but I still spend more than my fair share of time in the dental chair. But really, Dr Kitchens makes the time fly and about as nice as a trip to the dentist can be, Her relaxing cozy office sets me at ease and Dr. Kitchens friendly and obviously very knowledgable approach reassures me that every tooth is in good hands. Oh- and the cleanings- well they make me want to smile just to show my teeth off. Thanks Dr.K!! read more