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    Richard G Leyba, DMD

    4.2 (5 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Tooth filling replacement or repair

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    ORA Oral Surgery and Implant Studio - Patient Consultation/Exam Room for Oral Surgery

    ORA Oral Surgery and Implant Studio

    (48 reviews)

    Ravenswood, Uptown

    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.

    I have never given a Yelp review for anything ever. After my experience here, I do not know what…read moreother direction to take this. The first half of my experience was okay. Everyone was neutral. No one was nice, no one was rude, everyone was just meh. That's fine. I was sat down with who I believe to be Joan to discuss billing for my wisdom teeth removal. She informed me that insurance would cover 0% of my procedure and that $3,000 was owed before the surgery. Visibly upset, I reassured her that I was not upset with her and that I know she cannot do anything. I asked her what I can do. In an impatient and apathetic manner, she tells me to call my insurance and read them the codes on the sheet of paper I had just signed and ask them why they won't cover it. Cool, I'll do that. She brings me to the front and tells me I owe $120. For a copay? For what? Why wasn't I warned? Why didn't anyone tell me before or charge me before providing this service? I did not consent nor was I even close to aware of a possibility of a copay this large. While I am asking these questions, I'm being presented with dismissive comments. "This is just the way we do things here ma'am" etc. I told her I will not be paying out of pocket as I cannot afford to. I then ask for a copy of the paper that I signed that had the insurance codes written so I can take my business elsewhere. She tells me "No, you need to leave." After I mentioned that I have the right to own a copy of a document that I signed, she told me she would email it to me. I told her that I will wait until she emails it to leave. I call a family member in the waiting room expressing my sadness surrounding the situation-- this is a service I need and I cannot have done. The front desk worker, Jenessa, tells me, in a raised voice, that I need to leave and I cannot be in the building. After reiterating that I am a patient waiting for documents, she asked Joan to promptly send the document so I can leave the premises. After waiting for approximately 45 minutes, I asked Jenessa if printing the document would be easier or faster. She told me the situation was none of her business and to ask Joan. Joan explained that I was not a priority patient and she had more important work to do. As I was walking away, I (I think rightfully) expressed that there are multiple workers capable of sending me what I need. Jenessa then continued to raise her voice at me repeatedly. I told her the matter did not concern her. After waiting another 20 minutes for my document, I, with tears in my eyes, told Joan that person to person this is an extremely important document. It will allow me to receive an important surgery and I would appreciate if she would send it to me. I told her I would be leaving and I trust that she will. While walking out, Jenessa, the front desk worker, was laughing at my emotion and vulnerability. I peeked around a corner to look. She then proceeded to SCREAM profanities. I was speechless. She began to stand up, walk over to me, and scream as if she wanted to physically harm me. Her coworkers had to physically restrain her. I immediately left the premises. Not only did Ora leave me with surprise charges, their desk workers met me with no empathy, patience, or compassion. They brought hostility and aggression (physical and verbal). I think Ora needs to have some serious improvement when it comes to their financial transparency as well as their hiring process. The receptionist at my oral surgeon office should not attempt to physically assault me. I did get the document via email.

    Richard G Leyba, DMD - cosmeticdentists - Updated May 2026

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