We have the good fortune to be in be Dr Salmon's practice this year!!…read more Staff is very courteous and conscientious! They were especially patient and kind to my 95yo mother; cleanings and checkups. Mom needed a tooth extracted and was vers nervous. After15 minutes , Mom asked, "When are you going to start?" Dr Salmon smiled and said, " We are already finished"!!

First time visit to LB Dental Care, and very pleased with my decision to support our local…read morebusiness. The staff was welcoming and the care was top notch. Will be transitioning our family to Dr Salmon's care for sure!

Cleaning. Very pleasant experience. Efficient and friendly tech. Recommend dental office.read more

As silly as it sounds, I have been afraid of the dentist my entire life. Something about someone…read moredrilling into my teeth doesn't sit right with me... and I know this is a common fear for a lot of people. So believe me when I say that since I have started coming to Lake Forest Dental, I look forward to my dentist appointments. The couple that owns the business are absolutely amazing and care so much about doing what is right for you and making you comfortable while doing it. I had a tooth break and they made an emergency appointment and allowed me to come in the next day which was a Saturday - even though they were closed all weekend. The front desk staff is so welcoming and kind. The assistants are super friendly and make you feel comfortable while you wait. I honestly could not recommend a better dentist, I will come back here for as long as I possibly can!

Dr. Michiels and his staff are great (I've compared many having moved around much until recently)…read more I switched dentists based on reputation for professionalism/skill asking around, and he got me in very quickly on a bone spicule (for a small sliver of bone from extraction years ago protruding from gum) at first appointment during a busy time, and didn't charge for things he could have, very reasonable in explaining candidly and honestly and practically what ought be done relative to cost for many other issues I spoke with him about.

I cannot say enough great things about Dr. Terence Michiels and his staff! Our children had a…read morehandful of problems with their teeth and I can atest to the fact that they really are amazing. Doc is a magician. From children to the elderly, he is incredible with every age, and any procedure. Our family has been patients of Dr. Michiels for 20 years. From root canals to bonding, fillings to whitening and even dentures there is little that this practice does NOT do. Doc has a heart of gold and every one of his patients would agree. I would recommend him to everyone I know.

After going through five crown shaves, two dentists, and finally being told I needed a root…read morecanal... my heart just wasn't at peace . I had a gut feeling something was off, so I decided to trust it--and that decision led me straight to Dr. Showers . The moment I walked in, I felt calm. The staff was so kind and welcoming and the energy in the office just felt different... peaceful, honest, safe. Dr. Showers was everything I didn't know I needed--wise, clear, and genuinely caring. His presence alone felt like a blessing . Instead of jumping into treatment, he walked me through all my options with compassion and knowledge. He even explained the possibility of going the natural route. That moment of honesty gave me clarity and peace of mind ‍. I didn't need the root canal. I saved so much money but more importantly, I felt seen and respected as a patient and a person. That's rare. That's priceless . I've already recommended this place to friends because when something feels this right, you want to share it with the people you care about . Thank you, Dr. Showers, for living up to your name and showering me in blessings And thank you to the entire staff for making me feel at home

MY HEROS! I've lived in Los Angeles for nearly 20 years and have always had bad luck with dentist…read more Every new dentist visit was met with laughter, finger pointing, and bringing colleagues in to show them what they're seeing in my mouth . They would tell me that the Maryland Bridge is outdated. Nobody uses that technology anymore, everybody uses implants now . The west coast is ALL about implants. They'll try to tap into your insecurities to persuade you into changing your mind. It's truly surprising how relentless they are. My bridge came out and no one would offer a solution to what I wanted. It was ALL about what they wanted and how they felt about it. It doesn't matter if I go to Beverly Hills, Encino, Venice, the valley, 5 star ratings and reviews, THEY ALL SUCK! Almost $1000 later, a tore up mouth from the new "stay plate" (that didn't stay in my mouth) made by another new dentist, feeling discourage, upset, and mad over every LA dentists pushing implants that would cost me 10k. I got on a plane from LAX and came here to finally get my teeth fixed by professionals!! I can't thank Dr. Michelle Singapori enough for fixing my HUGE problem! I was out of my network for health insurance but they made it really affordable for me. I paid less out of pocket at Dr Singapori office to fix me, then being in network in LA and paying to see new dentists to help me fix my problem. If I was my insurance I would pay them. Cheaper than seeing every single shady dentist in LA. Thank you Dr Singapori!

Great people! so understanding and gentle! They make the care they give specific to your own needs…read more There first priority is making you comfortable, and honestly Dr. Khan has made me see dental work differently. Love Love Love the work they put into making it overall a great experience. Dental work is never fun but the game has been changed.

I would rate this practice a -10! I used to work here and she's not very nice to her employees nor…read morethe patients. She doesn't like to pay you your hard working earned money as an employee, which is why she has the most smok employee turnovers I've ever seen. I worked with her for a little over a year before leaving.she is not a very good dentist and lie to people for money, which is inhumane the way she will butcher their mouth while still taking their money. She's not a good person at heart.. that's heartbreaking to watch...I would get a second opinion and be very careful and do your research before coming here let alone working here. Good luck to those who do!

Who likes going to the dentist? Me!…read more I actually know multiple people from Lake Forest and Lake Bluff that go to Dr. Durrett. He was actually referred to me by my dentist in downtown Chicago because I had no idea where to start when I moved up here. The office is small and compact but that doesn't mean you feel like you're in some old practice. The group has the latest technology -- from digital "x-rays" that instantly pull up to Zoom, the blue-lighting teeth whitening process. His technicians are down to earth, chatty (in a good way) and work quickly. I have had the teeth whitening process and was pleased with the outcome. I've never had a cavity (it's true) so I can't speak to his oral surgeon skills. The office managers will work with your insurance company rather than making you submit the paperwork, which saves me from the hassle! He's an easy recommendation if you're looking for a dentist.

First I want to state that I rarely get sick. I cannot remember the last time I caught a…read morecold/virus. However, 24 hours after having my teeth cleaned/check-up I came down with a cold/virus. Headache/sore throat/congestion etc. I have now had the cold for five days and not happy about it. This is not the first time this has happened, my husband had caught a cold after a visit to Dr. Durrett a while ago. Now he is very careful to only schedule appointments the first hour of the day to minimize contamination. The problem must be that they are not cleaning their instruments enough or the ventilation isn't good. Not happy to have to go through this cold.

I would highly recommend using Dr. Fondriest. I just had all…read moremy upper teeth and molars restored. I had to have all my teeth redone because my veneers look so horrible. Dr. Fondriest restored my teeth so beautifully. The difference in my smile was absolutely amazing. His veneers and crowns look like natural teeth. Unlike my other teeth that looked like Chiclets.... I feel so much better about my smile and how I look. Thank you Dr. Fondriest for your incredible artistry!!!

As a child and teen I had extensive dental work and prosthetics (born without some key permanent…read moreteeth). Upon moving to Lake Forest I had an acute issue which Dr Fondreist repaired expertly, pointing out some deficiencies in my cleaning regimen and care. His communications are as thorough and accurate as the dental care I've received and the replacement prosthetics he has designed and installed over the past 35+ years. His work is impeccable.

It's unfortunate that I have to leave a disappointing review for this practice. I had a good…read moreinitial experience with Dr Ballis. He is generally very careful and gentle during any procedure. My reason for the one star is for their deceptive and apparent unnecessary add ons to procedures. I was told repeatedly that I had two crowns that needed to be changed. When I called to confirm my appointment, I was told that I was having an additional crown done at an additional $590 out of pocket cost to me. When I confronted Dr Ballis, I was told that maybe because of COVID masking, that I misunderstood. This is deceptive and a grab at additional costs at the expense of the insurance company and patients. Make sure you get everything in writing when you go to this practice. If you don't, you will find additional procedures and costs added to your file.

When we moved to the NorthShore, we were shocked to discover no one takes dental insurance. Say…read morewhat? So we were paying out of pocket for everything. It was getting ridiculous. Then I find Dr. Ballis and decide to use myself as the test subject for my family. I called to make an appointment. I got voice mail but they called me back. Tina, the receptionist, is a no nonsense person, which works great for me. I don't need someone taking up my time smiling sunshine up my butt. She laid out exactly what I needed to do to get my files transferred electronically. It was so easy it was surprising. Dr. Ballis was friendly, easy to talk to and talked to me about my gums, which were inflamed. I had no cavities (I'm a girl who flosses, thank you!) and he said stress can sometimes make your gums inflamed. Huh. Who knew! I decided to transfer the entire family over to his practice, including my then 5yo and 3yo. I was so worried about going from a kid-based dentist to a grown up dentist. I shouldn't have even wasted a minute worrying. Tina scheduled them both at the same time. We arrived and off they went without even a thought. They did wonderfully (a completely surprise to me) and haven't had a problem going back. Yeah Laurie, the technician, and Dr. Ballis! The office looks unassuming from outside. But when you enter there is a grand staircase and lovely decor that greets you. This building hosts other offices as well. Dr. Ballis' office is soothing, with calming classical music playing in the background. (Admit it. Your dentist plays old 60s or 70s stuff. Right?) My husband has made the switch and we all have been very happy with the services Dr. Ballis does. I don't have any complaints and now I just need to get my husband to make his appointment for the Zoom teeth whitening. Can't wait to see that glistening smile.

I hope this finds Gurnee. Dr. Goshgarian applied my ceramic…read morebraces 4 days ago. My bite was misaligned and uncomfortable 4 days ago, and here I am sitting utter disbelief because my teeth are resting pain free because their alignment has already been drastically changed! The staff at the Gurnee IL location are incredibly gracious and great at what they do I had such a positive experience here. See you all in 6-8 weeks.

You will not find friendlier office staff, period. The care and payment plans are laid out with…read morezero hidden surprises. The results are great and my children never complain about going to the ortho. That's a win!