Dr. SZURGOT has been my dentist for about 35 years. He is highly skilled, careful, and sensitive to any concerns I would have about a procedure. I recently had a crown pop off from the top of an implant, and Dr. SZURGOT took the time to reshape it so it fit more firmly. Cindy, his assistant worked well with him to make sure I was comfortable, and to complete the steps needed to finish in a timely manner, because it was a long process. Brandon was my hygienist for a cleaning. He has a kind, but professional approach. He explained what he was going to do before each step and asked that I tell him if there was any discomfort during the procedure. I had some plaque in a sensitive area around a tooth, so he put some numbing gel on it beforehand and removed it without pain. I highly recommend this practice. The staff is friendly and helpful when needed. read more

Great dentist... listens to the patient, explains how and what's happening before and during procedure. A great office manager who is helpful with the financial. read more

emergency dental appointment for senior citizens with a hearing disability she was able to get in on a Saturday dr Szurgot and his dental assistant were professional, kind and solved a dental emergency . dr Szurgot made the patient feel comfortable and explained the treatment several times and with all the pros and cons He has been in practice for decades at this location. i might add he has a great eye for matching color on replacement fillings and crowns. 5 stars plus read more

Dr. Szurgot is precise, thorough, and skilled. He is continually learning new techniques and procedures. His staff is uniformly competent, pleasant, and helpful. I've been relying on them all for over twenty years. read more

I have been going to Dr. Szurgot for many years and he is such a high quality dentist, he is so personable and he has done such great work over the years to ensure I have the best dental health and smile! His staff is so welcoming and friendly! Highly recommend this practice and if you ever need emergency dental work, they are so accommodating! Recently had to have a tooth remove with an implant and so happy with the final result! First rate practice! Highly recommend! read more

Ken and Betty are wonderful! They did a great job cleaning my teeth and making me comfortable (and laugh) during my cleaning and exam (which I usually dread)!! read more

I have been a patient of Dr. Szurgot for almost 30 years and he is without a doubt one of the best dentist in the Chicago region. My teeth have always been a problem because I grew up during the occupation of WWII and the lack of proper nutrition. Karen and Betty have taught me the proper techniques of taking care of my teeth during the hygienic visits twice a year, while Dr. Szurgot has repaired and rebuilt the structure of my mouth. I can't tell you how pleased I am with the results. read more

I am a new patient of Dr. Szurgot. I recently changed from the dentist I had been seeing for over 20 years, so suffice to say, I was nervous. However, Dr. Szurgot and the hygienists made an extra effort to make me feel welcome and comfortable. We had great conversation and I left pleased with my procedures. Any uneasiness I had about going to a new dentist has disappeared. I look forward to being a long-time patient of Dr. Szurgot. read more

Dr. SZERGOT was recommended to me by my daughter, and I found him to be a great competent dentist. His knowledge in dental science is always up to date. He is kind and takes time to explain the problems you have and appropriate solutions. During a procedure he tells what you will feel moment to moment as he goes on. He really makes you relaxed during those unfamiliar (to the patient) procedures. He tries to accommodate you in his busy schedule. We need more doctors like him around when more and more doctors treat patients as customers in commercial businesses. I would recommend him to my friends anytime wholeheartedly. read more

First off the Dental Hygienists here are lovely! I loved going to Karen and she always remembered what we talked about and was nice to see her each time. She was quick and efficient which was nice. Dr. Szurgot was fine- did a filling which needed to be filed down again so it could have been done better the first time but also felt some weird condescending attitudes towards his staff one time which made me feel uncomfortable. Also I felt the office manager talked too much and was inappropriate at times. I am no longer a patient. read more

Probably the worst dentist I went too. Sure he and his staff are smooth talking and have nice offices but that is NOT a reason to choose a dentist. He's too liberal in filling cavities and doesn't give patients any explanation of what he's doing. No choices were given about white for silver filling and no explanations were given. I regret going to him everyday. He was horrible and a second dentist I went to said that he didn't fill the cavity right. I'm currently trying to figure out what to do. This is worrisome and Dr. Szurgot is horrible and caused the most suffering I've ever had at the dentist/doctor/etc. I highly recommend AGAINST going to this dentist. Always go in for a cleaning first to see how things are before picking a dentist. I hope things turn out well for me... do not risk your health. A minor cavity ache is nothing compared to severe pain daily because of a horrible filling. read more

I'm now in my eighties and have seen a multitude of dentists over the years. Dr. Szurgot is unquestionably the best of the bunch. He is a perfectionist and does very high quality work. It is clear that he loves his work and it shows in the results he achieves. He is highly skilled both in general dentistry and cosmetic dentistry. He immediately realized that I had never learned to properly floss and had his hygienist wife teach me how after she had done an amazing cleaning. He did a beautiful job on my wife's veneers--they look better than her original teeth did when she was a teenager! Finally, he is a very friendly, personable individual. I can't say enough good things about Dr. S. and his staff. read more

I have been going to Dr. Szurgot for 10 years now. I was referred to him from a friend. Going to a new dentist can be scary, but nobody will make you feel more comfortable than the staff at this office. From Elizabeth at the front desk, to the doctor himself. I needed a LOT of dental work done. He even does implants Right there in The office! He is kind, patient and most importantly, meticulous with his work. I have sent several people to him and they are all very happy as well. Pricing is very fair, I don't have dental insurance so it's all been out of pocket for me. They will keep that in mind for pricing, when most offices could care less. I'm so grateful that I found them and I would tell anyone to go, without hesitation! read more

I have been going to dr. Szurgot for years, at has been at least 10 years if not more then that. The staff is great and Karen did the best cleaning job, she is no longer there, but I will continue to go. The work is always done quick and I really never have to wait long in the office when I arrive for my apt. I have never had a problem with any work that they have done for me and I think their customer service is really great. But of my friends now go and they also like the place! Easy street parking during the day.... The building does have the valet, I think the valet is $8 dollars (now that the meters are so expensive it you r planning to be there for a bunch of work it is cheaper to do this. Sometimes during the day you will be able to find street parking on the side streets. read more

I'm in my sixties and have had my share of problems with dentists. I wish I had found Dr. Szurgot much sooner than I did. I had a serious "fear" of dentists until I met Dr. Szurgot. He listened to my concerns and respected them all! I feel like we have a partnership. He explains everything he is going to do before he does it. I have had root canals, crowns, and bridges all done by Dr. Szurgot and his dental assistant Effie without any serious downside. I highly recommend this talented and very professional dentist! The other really cool person who you speak with when you call or an appointment is Rui (Rueee) who handles all the appointments. He knows his stuff and is able to answer many questions. read more

I've been going to this practice since I was a kid and I will likely be fitted for dentures by them when I'm 80! As an adult there have been times when I've lost my dental coverage or have had a dental plan that wasn't accepted by the practice, but they have always worked with me to provide me with excellent service and care while at the same time being flexible when I had to pay out-of-pocket for my visits. The hygienist and staff go above and beyond to make you feel not only welcome but like they've known you for a very very very long time. I always leave knowing that I've been taking care of better than any other dental practice in, not only the city, but also the burbs. Dr. Szurgot, his hygienists, and his administrators genuinely care about all of their patients. You guys are the best and I owe my smile to you! read more

I am a very devoted patient, so after my dentist of many years retired, I was extremely concerned about finding a new dentist whom I could trust. Dr. Szurgot is that dentist! He is even more thorough than my previous dentist, as the very first thing he recommended was to have my silver fillings removed. It immediately affected my overall health, plus aestheticallly, it was a huge improvement. He has a terrific, competent staff, also. His building offers valet parking, which is a big advantage in inclement weather. read more

Last week I developed an infection in a molar that put me in total misery. Though the office was closed, Dr. S (who was available by cell for emergencies thank goodness!!!) opened shoppe to take care of me. About two hours later my root canal was done and the healing began. Since then, the doc, not just his office staff, has called several times to monitor my healing. Amazingly caring and skillful, qualities we don't see often enough in today's world. Thumbs up for Dr. S!!! A few years ago I had a problem with a four unit bridge 'permanently installed' by my previous dentist. Dr. S carefully removed the bridge - no easy task! He was able to save three units and recommended we replace the fourth with a crown. He could have cut the bridge in half, making total replacement necessary. It would have been easier for him and generated more fees. I am grateful he went the extra mile. Thumbs up again; HE SAVED ME $3,600! WOW! A skilled technician, artist, caring and ethical! OK, so you know I'm a fan. My only complaint, though located a few blocks south of Wrigley Field, this north side practice is filled with White Sox fans. What's with that? LOL read more

Dr. Ken did a fantastic job on my teeth today. I had a chipped tooth that he bonded and polished. He took a lot of time, care, and effort to make sure that my bite was perfect and comfortable, and that my new tooth looked as good as it possibly can. I highly recommend this office for any and all of your needs. read more

I'm surprised to see negative reviews here. I've had a few visits to their offices for cleanings and also for some bonding work. Not only did they help me budget a dental plan out for the next few years of cosmetic dental work that I have been wanting to get done, but they worked with my insurance company fighting claims so that I didn't have to. My teeth look great and Dr. Szurgot and his staff are extremely pleasant and friendly. I have sensitive teeth and hate teeth cleanings and his staff went above and beyond to make it totally painless and a breeze. I didn't have any cavity problems, so I can't vouch for that, but for basic cleanings and cosmetic work they were total professionals. I am extremely picky about the look and health of my teeth and they did a great job in my opinion! I definitely recommend their offices. read more

I'm blown away by the bad reviews I've seen on Yelp. I've been a patient of Dr Szurgot's for almost 20 years and he's always been excellent. HIs office staff is personable and caring. They've found me an appointment when I've had something suddenly need immediate attention. I recommend him highly and have sent several people to him who also continue to see him regularly. He's great. read more

I can't believe it was 18 years ago this summer, but I had a major tooth problem happen the day before I was leaving the country for 6 weeks. I was referred to Dr Zurgot who fixed me up with a temporary crown for $25. A couple months later, I came back to him and had the real crown put in. I've been coming to him since and my teeth are all the better for it. He's a great dentist. I also am surprised to see such negative reviews. read more

I spent many thousands of dollars on Dr. Szurgot's dentistry over several years - had regular cleanings, and many crowns, inlays and onlays. I could never get a decent cleaning there. Once after a cleaning I scraped a big glob of plaque off my front tooth with my fingernail, showed it to the hygienist, and asked her to do a more thorough job. She just didn't seem to know how to get my teeth clean. Dr. Szurgot did not consider this to be a problem. I stopped seeing Dr. Szurgot after he screwed up both right and left lower back crowns. I kept returning, for a total of 11 visits, because they kept falling off and breaking, or I couldn't close my mouth right.. I was never happy with them even after all that effort. Dr. Szurgot was not careful about how things fit. He worked on most of my teeth, and I have had most of his work redone because it has become rotten underneath or around it, or, in the case of one crown, so thin a hole developed in it so the tooth rotted. The couple of crowns/onlays that are left fit poorly, and have areas that hang out over the edge of the tooth, trapping food and plaque. I have only realized how poor his work is since I have changed dentists. A friend of mine went to him for a few years and at one point was advised to have some very expensive dentistry on a tooth he felt was not a problem. He went to another dentist who told him the tooth was fine, so he has not been back to Dr. S. And the tooth is still fine several years later. I think Dr. Szurgot is dishonest and has very little pride in his work. His main motivation is money. read more

Comfortable, friendly, professional, and thorough... if you value these attributes in a dental practice, Dr Szurgot delivers. My family of 4 have been patients for more than 6 years and consistently recieve excellent service. The staff remembers my girls and treats them so well, they actually LIKE going to the dentist. Notably, the office values their patients' time as well--- I've rarely spent time in the waiting room before being called in. Cleanings, fillings and my wife's invisaline (sp) treatments have all been top-notch experiences. We highly recommend Dr Szurgot. read more

Worst dental experience of my life with Dr. Szurgot, including upper front crowns that were poorly shaped and colored. He said I could visit the lab for a color check, but never did a thing to set it up. Got the call that my crowns were in and that was that; no color check opportunity. They were a bit off the color I would have chosen, and too bright. But worse, they were too thick and didn't let my bottom jaw close with the top. These were replacement crowns; the prior set, done by a dentist a couple states away, had fit just fine. If the impressions had been done properly and the crowns checked ahead of calling me in for them, the results should have been different. Dr. Szurgot dealt with the situation in the worst manner possible. He decided to install them anyway; he ground down the new crowns and the cutting edges of my own front teeth on the lower jaw just so he could get me out of that chair and move on. I was, and still am, disgusted with his lack of professionalism. I now have permanently blunted front teeth on my lower jaw because of Dr. Szurgot and his poor handling of that situation. For a dentist to install wrong-fitting crowns and disfigure the client's own teeth to make room for them, without consulting the client and having his permission, is unconscionable. His office continually over-books his appointments, leaving the doctor short on time to attend to his clients properly if a situation arises. As other reviews have mentioned, Dr. Szurgot doesn't communicate well with his clients. Nor does he fully respect his clients or their wishes. He had zero concern for my wishes, comfort and happiness. I misplaced my trust in him and have never gone back. From my experience, I believe Dr. Szurgot puts on a friendly face to his clients, but simply doesn't have much regard for them. Once, while I was in the chair, conveying something important about my teeth, he completely ignored me while he invited a visiting doctor into the room -- and proceeded to interrupt me so he could introduce the visiting doctor (who had nothing to do with my dental care, but was intruding on my time only to grab a quick chat with Szurgot). I was not pleased with the intrusion and interruption, but politely said "hello", upon which Szurgot actually said "that's DOCTOR" -- to let me know I wasn't showing appropriate deference. Wow. Really? Reality check doc; the client in your chair deserves that same level of respect. read more

Let me start by saying that it had been a while since I had been to the dentist, because like a lot of people I am terrified. I couldn't have asked for a better dentist and assistant (Effie, you are wonderful, I am so grateful to you for helping me feel so comfortable) - I have a resistance to novocaine and they let me go at my own pace, and tried to make things as painless as possible. I will definitely be recommending to everyone, and will be back for regular visits from now on. Thank you so much Dr. Szurgot for being so wonderful and fitting me into your schedule for an emergency appointment a few days before a big trip out of the country! I am so grateful. read more

I have been going to Dr Szurgot for many years. I recommended him to my boyfriend for Invisalign braces and he was extremely happy with the result. It took exactly as long as Dr Szurgot said it would (nine months), cost was exactly what he quoted (very competitive pricing), appointments were quick and easy, no waiting, and the result was as good or better than he promised because he followed the instructions and wore them constantly. His teeth are now straight and gorgeous. His only regret is waiting so long to do it. He now sees him for his regular checkups too and we are both big fans of the office. Easy to get in, never wait, and he respects my dental anxiety. read more

I have been a patient of Dr Kenneth Szurgot DDS for 20 years now. He is an exceptional Dentist. Over the years I have had emergencies and he always gets me in to treat the problem. Last week I had a crown come out of my mouth and I was in a panic. I was actually at a rehab center in the suburbs because of some recent surgery. I called Dr Szurgot to recommend a Dentist that I could call for an emergency visit. He actually said that he would come to where I was staying to fix it, I was shocked that a busy Dentist would actually do this, but he did !! I am beyond grateful for his generosity and concern. I don't know anyone who has ever gotten this kind of treatment from a Dr. He really cares about his patients and their well being. I recommend Dr Szurgot for general dentistry and especially his skills with cosmetic dentistry. Nancy G read more

Dr. Szurgot is a very professional and likeable dentist. He has not only good at general dentistry but doing more complex procedures such as implants. The staff is great, the office manager Elizabeth is so great to deal with and makes visits so much more pleasant. For those who love Karen for cleaning, she is back. Alex and Crystal at the front office are always warm and friendly read more

I have been a patient of Dr. Szurgot for over 15 years. My husband and I both see him and we both have had nothing but good experiences. We both had our 4 top front teeth veneered and he did a splendid job. We were referred by another dentist originally and we have always been happy with his service and dental work. read more

I've been using Dr. Szurgot for many years until I relocated to Seattle very recently. My family also uses him for their dental checkups. He's always been cordial & interested in what I've been doing with my life. And his staff is also very friendly as well. Their location in Lincoln Park is a bonus too. I've always been satisfied with their dental services. read more

I went to Dr Szurgot only for a second opinion. I was previously quoted what I though was a very high price for an implant. I have been seeing him ever since. Dr. Szurgot is the first to tell you if any surgery requires an oral surgeon. He has great surgeons he refers to at Northwestern when needed. I've needed quit a bit of work and Dr Szurgot and his team are exceptional. Their care and concern is incredible. After my visit for a second opinion I went back for a teeth cleaning. I was extremely self conscious about previous front tooth restoration work that looked horrible. Dr Szurgot noticed it as well and recommended fixing it immediately. I was beyond thrilled that it could be fixed, and quickly. I had lived with that ugly front tooth for over five years, in minutes he had my front tooth looking natural and just like the tooth next to it. For that alone I will forever be grateful for his approach and professional skill. I didn't know the front tooth could be repaired to look so natural. As far as the second opinion, it saved me over $6,000 and that included the oral surgery I needed prior to the implant. Besides having a much better dentist I saved a huge amount of money in the process. Both of their hygienists are fantastic but I'm an advocate for Betty, she does a great job and is always willing to take the time to show me how to maximize flossing and cleaning my teeth. read more

I'm not the easiest dental patient but Dr. Szirgot and his staff are the best. They've taken great care of my teeth for 14 years. They've been compassionate and done excellent work. The couple of times that I've had a dental emergency they saw me quickly and resolved the problem. He keeps up with new techniques and takes the time to explain what he is doing. The people I've referred to him are happy and have continued to be his patients. He was originally my wife's dentist but after all these years I claim him, and his wonderful staff, as mine. read more

I've been going to Dr. Szurgot for more than 15 years. He's always on top of the latest technologies and methods, and he thoroughly explains current and potential problems and treatment options. I have a central incisor that's had some mobility for years, but he's never rushed me into a procedure. He wants to save the tooth for as long as possible. Ken is high-energy, with a zest for life and for his work as an expert, dental practitioner. He works fast, carefully, and thoroughly during procedures, explaining every step. He's always asked me about my life and has always answered my questions thoroughly and directly. Plus his staff is friendly and service-oriented. I recommend him without reservation. read more

If you are looking for a friendly, skilled, professional dentist, you won't find better than Dr. Szurgot. His work is first class, and his respect for the patient is a welcomed change from what you will find in many of today's dental offices. Dr. Szurgot and his staff are committed to providing excellent dental services at very reasonable prices. Dr. Szurgot is one of Chicago's best. read more

Thank you for seeing my child with such a short notice. I was anxious about my little one behavior while in the dental chair but she was so comfortable at all times, she received a great welcome from the front desk staff, then we were escorted to the chair and the dental assistant made her feel at ease, when Dr. Szurgot came in she already knew the process on how her cavity was going to be treated. I could tell both Dr. Szurgot and his assistant had been a team for years. This speaks highly of the office. The appointment just took 15 minutes and her filling is working well. My child is not afraid of the dentist at all, she actually asks when is her next visit. Thank you again! read more

I've been a patient of Dr. Szurgot for over 10 years. I have a mouth full of old silver fillings and he's the first dentist that didn't want to have them extracted and replaced just because they're silver and insurance pays a portion. I also did an Invisalign contract with him, and at the end when we weren't happy with the results, he started over at no additional cost. Even when I moved across the country, he made the appointments work for my schedule. Recently, he made two retainers (so I could compare them) for me and shipped them to my new address...at no additional charge. He's a personable man that has always gone the extra step for his client. Only negative is the elevator in his office building is painfully slow. read more

My wife and I try to keep a eye on a 88 year old lady that lives on Fullerton near the lake. Her tooth broke in here denture and needed to be put back in. I googled dentists from her house and found four within walking distance. One being right on the corner of Fullerton and Clark just a short walk from her home. They wanted nothing to do with it , they said I needed to make a appointment and bring her in. They were not very helpful. Continuing walking down Clark street I went into two other dentist offices with are actually in the same building as Dr. Kenneth Szurgot's office is located and same thing. Didn't want anything to do with it. I went to the last office on the seventh floor witch is Dr. Szurgot's office and talked to the nice lady at the desk and she said "shure" let's let the doctor look at it and see what they can do. We'll he came out within ten minutes and said he would be able to fix it for her why'll I wait. How nice they all are at Lincoln Park Columbus Dental. No one else would even look at the denture. I recommend this dental office to everyone. And I will tell people I know in need of dental work to go here. They had a several people in the office waiting area and didn't have to help me with my walk in problem but the did. I am very great full to all the staff at Dr. Szurgot's office. They are GREAT. And thank you to all from Greg White and Audry. read more

Fabulous! Painless! Totally pleasant experience! This review is coming from someone who despises going to a dentist.

I first met Dr. Szurgot over 17 years ago, when he was at a different location. I followed him to his new office on Clark street, but then, I got married and moved away. I had several other dentists over the years but have never been as happy with the work done on my teeth as I was with Dr. Szurgot. Last year, I made it a point to look him up and have him do some work on developing gaps between my teeth from childhood braces. I finally found him after making many calls. It turns out his office is still in the same place on Clark street. I was so thrilled to be back to that office. The staff there were as wonderful as I remembered. And, Dr. Szurgot, still continues to educate himself on the latest and greatest ways of addressing dental issues. That's probably one of the things I like most about him. He also spent much time explaining all of my options, cost and so on. The work he does is better than most. He is kind of an artist with teeth. I'm happy to be back, even though it's quite a drive for me. read more