I am a huge fan of Northalsted Dental Spa and Dr. Griffin, which I never thought I would say about…read morea dentist! It is SO hard to find a trustworthy dentist - who isn't trying to scam you into extra work. At least that has been my experience. In Chicago I had previous gone to Westend Dental (on Armitage) and Polished (on Belmont). At EVERY appointment I would be told I had 1-3 cavities, every 6 months. I brushed, I flossed, I thought I just had bad teeth prone to cavities. I trusted these dentists, let them do filling after filling until the point where I needed a crown and a root canal on one tooth. After my root canal I was told I had THREE more cavities that needed to be filled. I stopped right there and did not get the work done. That was when I decided to go to Dr. Griffin for a 2nd opinion. They did a full cleaning, xrays and appointment and Dr. Griffin found ZERO cavities. He said there's one spot we could watch, but no cavities, no fillings needed. I truly believe I was getting scammed by several dentists for years before finding Northalsted. I have now been going to Northalsted for over 3 years. Dr. Giffin fixed my crown that was not done well by the previous dentist too. Office staff is super friendly. Have had a couple of painful cleanings, but nothing I can't deal with for the great doctor experience.

I've been going to Dr. Griffin for about 10 years. He's personable & knowledgeable! It's good to…read moresee a private practice handled with care that hasn't been taken over by a conglomerate.

Just left Modern Smiles in Old Town and... wow. If going to the dentist were always this smooth,…read moreI'd book cleanings for fun. The team is crazy good--super professional, genuinely friendly, and clearly ahead of the game when it comes to modern dentistry. They actually listened to my concerns and mapped out a plan with both short- and long-term options. No pressure, just helpful guidance. Bonus points for the vibe: clean office, great energy, and a crew that makes you feel more like a guest than a patient. I hear they've opened a new Lakeview location that's even closer to me, and I'm absolutely planning to check it out. Modern Smiles, you've got yourselves a loyal fan.

I have always avoided dentists my entire adult life. I had an accident and broke out most of my…read moretop teeth. I was forced to get care. I had to have all of my teeth extracted and got fit for dentures. It was a long experience. Dr Singh made the experience fantastic. She made me feel comfortable from minute 1. She is very knowledgable and she listened to all of my concerns. And she addressed all of my concerns. I've heard nothing but horror stories about people who get dentures. After all of the fittings, when I finally did get my permanent dentures I was very pleased. They fit perfectly with no irritation or issues. It's been over a month now and they still feel very comfortable. It's great to be able to smile and eat solid foods again. If I could leave more than a 5 star review, I would. Dr. Singh took my bad situation and fixed it. My quality of life is so much better after this experience.

The most terrible rude condescending dentist/team of hygienists I have ever been to. They lie to…read morepatients about for more income. Went to another older family dentist after this who said I didn't need any of the recommendations they kept saying I needed to get done and makes sense with a younger dentist who wants to pay off school debt. (Not sure if the main dentist is still the same one as the time frame I went in 2021) All these positive reviews are definitely fake or paid reviews. Stay away from here and find someone who has been in the business for longer!

Dr. Mullarkey is THE BEST dentist I've had…read more Upon our first appointment, Dr. Mullarkey identified a chronic bone loss issue that no other dentist had pointed out, and I'm so grateful she did because it could've gotten way worse without taking action. In addition to having a few dental issues, I also have dental anxiety, which causes me to ask a million questions :) Dr. Mullarkey is always patient, compassionate and thorough. She makes me feel at ease because I'm confident I'm in good hands. Lastly, the office staff is great. They are friendly and organized and were able to get me in last minute today because I had some tooth sensitivity. I will continue to stick with Dr. Mullarkey and Cusp Dental even though I have to drive 30 minutes to get to their office. I'd definitely recommend them.

Absolutely terrible…read more I visited Elite Dental multiple times over a short period because of a dental emergency, and my experience with Dr. Shin was completely unacceptable. During my first appointment, Dr. Shin took X-rays and told me everything looked normal, suggesting I might have a bite issue. I trusted that assessment, but my pain continued to worsen. Just a few days later, I returned because the pain had become unbearable. Another set of X-rays was taken, and once again Dr. Shin told me there was no dental issue. By this point, my face and cheek were significantly swollen. When the hygienist examined my mouth, she visibly recoiled and immediately asked when I had last seen my primary care doctor. She then brought Dr. Shin in, who also appeared very concerned. Rather than recognizing what turned out to be a severe dental infection, I was told the swelling was not related to a dental issue and that I needed to see my primary care physician immediately. I was also referred to an oral surgeon. The way this was handled left me believing that I might have something far more serious, even oral cancer. Instead of receiving reassurance or a clear explanation, I left terrified that I could have a very severe condition while still having no answers for the horrendous pain I had been experiencing for over a week. After enduring days of excruciating pain, barely being able to eat or sleep, the oral surgeon advised me to see an endodontist before proceeding any further. The very next day, the endodontist performed a scan and immediately identified a severe tooth infection that required an emergency root canal. The infection that Dr. Shin repeatedly failed to diagnose was identified and treated immediately by the specialist. It is incredibly frustrating that despite multiple appointments, repeated X-rays, worsening symptoms, and obvious facial swelling, my infection went undiagnosed while my condition continued to deteriorate. Being repeatedly told there was no dental issue delayed the treatment I desperately needed, prolonged my pain, and caused unnecessary emotional distress. To make matters worse, more than a year later I am now receiving collection calls from a law office over an outstanding $85 bill for the second set of X-rays that Dr. Shin ordered. Those X-rays did not lead to a diagnosis or appropriate treatment and ultimately failed to identify the severe tooth infection that another provider diagnosed immediately. Being pursued for payment for x-rays that, in my experience, provided no benefit to my care only adds insult to injury. Based on my experience, I cannot recommend Dr. Shin or Elite Dental. I expected competent care, an accurate assessment of my symptoms, and timely treatment. Instead, I endured unnecessary pain, fear, delays in receiving the care I needed, and now collection calls over charges related to a visit that failed to address the actual problem. Save yourself the time and the trouble and go next door to First Dental Center.

The staff was exceedingly kind, everything was clean, and they were very easy to schedule withread more

I cannot express enough how warm and welcoming everyone is here. The level of care and sincerity is…read morebeyond measure and I'm saying this as a first time visitor who was taken in as an emergency. Specifically calling out Dr. DOWLATSHAHI who took the time to explain things to me, and more importantly, her patience in taking the time to listen and understand the issue I was having. Dr. DOWLATSHAHI genuinely cares. She went above and beyond to figure out a plan for me and am already feeling much better. I would highly recommend HOMERUN DENTAL to anyone and will absolutely be establishing a relationship here. Thank you to the team!

This is, hands down, the best dental practice I have ever visited in my life. Ms Dowlatshahi is the…read morebest dentist I've ever seen. From regular cleanings, teeth brightening, to deep scaling, I have had completely pain-free and pleasant experiences each and every visit. Beyond that, the staff are extremely friendly, warm, and professional, and each and every dentist and assistant is a wiz and excellent at what they do. For anyone looking for a new dentist, and especially those that have been hesitant to go to the dentist due to fear of pain and discomfort, this is the office to go to. Call them today!

This people they just want your money, I reported them to my Insurance ( Blue Cross Blue Shield Of…read moreIllinois) . I went there for a regular clean up that is cover by my insurance, after the Dr. Cardenas check my tooth she came back telling me she Could not do a regular cleaning cause what I need was a Deep cleaning and that was 525$ , I said ok well I understand that but can you please do a regular cleaning and other day you do the deep cleaning , and she refuse to do it even thou I had my insurance . So I went ahead and did my appointment somewhere else and they did normal cleaning without any issue and what is even worst is that the other dentist told me I don't even need a deep cleaning. It's amazing how this place they will just squeeze your money and create false testimony so you pay for stuff you don't need. I found out that 3 coworkers when to this place as well and also they told them the same thing " you need the deep cleaning" and there Dr. also refuse to do just the regular cleaning cause that's the one cover 100% by the insurance. Same story they told me. Stay away from this place .... I report this place with the insurance company and I hope everybody that have gone thru this with this people do the same thing. They should shut down , scammers....

My time and presence was completely disrespected at this clinic. My first visit and routine…read morecleaning was mediocre - it was not a thorough cleaning and only lasted approximately 20 minutes. I decided to return for a second visit several months later to see if anything would change. I ended up waiting 1 hour to see the dentist. During this wait, I was not told exactly how long I'd be waiting - just that the doctor would "be with me shortly". After 45 minutes of waiting, I asked an assistant when the doctor would be available and she rudely asked me, "how much time do you want or have"? No apology or understanding in her expression. I then explained to her that I'd been waiting for nearly an hour and that is when she finally brought the doctor. The doctor explained to me that it was her first day and she was double booked. What upset me is the complete lack of regard or respect for someone else's time. If you are aware that you'll be with another patient for another hour, it is your responsibility to inform the other patient who is waiting for you. Needless to say - I will never return to this clinic and I DO NOT recommend them to anyone.

I am so glad I switched to this clinic. They remodeled and it is beautiful. Both luxurious and…read morerelaxing. The staff are all so nice. They provide so much education and information. I work with Dr. Nguyen who is great. They are updated with technology. I recommend them highly. I feel they take care of my teeth without overselling me on things.

The First Dental Center of Uptown Chicago is best. Its beautiful, creative architecture provides a…read morepractical platform for the professional and ancillary personnel to deliver a first-class dental care. It is a well-oiled institution. As a long-term patient of the center, I am very grateful for the care I received, particularly by Dr. Winston Feng which has greatly contributed to my ability to chew all kind of food at my advanced age of 96 . Nelson Borelli, MD

Growing Smiles is such an amazing pediatric dentist! We just brought our son here for his first…read moredental visit and were so pleasantly surprised by the entire experience. Everything about the office is super exciting and inviting -- especially for a two year old! I don't think he felt an ounce of fear. The dental hygienist did a great job showing him the tools and being so patient with him. It warmed my heart to see how much they truly care about the kids. They have tvs on the screen, which I think makes for the perfect distraction. He flossed, got a cleaning, and then our dentist, Dr Shah, came in and looked over his teeth and gave us some tips/tricks for brushing with a two year old. She is great and we feel like our little guy is in the best hands!

We have gone to Growing Smiles for every visit since my 4.5-year-old daughter started needing…read moredental care. The staff is welcoming and patient, the office is clean, and scheduling is easy. The exam room has a TV on the ceiling so kiddos are distracted while dental work is being done. Kids also get a token to use for a prize once the exam is complete. Standard cleanings have gone really well. Recently, my daughter fell off of her bike and landed on her face. Everything seemed fine until two weeks later when one of her front teeth started turning gray. We called the office and were reassured that all should be fine, teeth bruise, and as long as long as she is not in pain and her gum looks ok we can wait until her next exam which was only a week and a half away. I felt so much better. I cannot imagine a better pediatric dental experience!

My experience at Dentologie on Southport was so wonderful! I had to visit twice in the span of a…read moreweek, and the staff were so incredibly helpful and kind. The front desk administrators Jason and Rachel were so friendly and extremely helpful with navigating insurance. Naomi, the dental assistant, was great and thorough in explaining what procedures were being done. Dr. Justin Garner was wonderful as well! Dr. Garner really knows his stuff, and I felt very comfortable about each procedure being done. I would highly recommend Dentologie on Southport, and will absolutely be returning here for future dental visits!

I can't recommend Dentologie Southport enough. I had an emergency appointment a month ago for a…read morechipped front tooth and pain in an upper molar. I was able to get in super fast and couldn't have been more pleased with my experience. Staff - everyone from the front desk to the hygienists to the dentists - are awesome!!!! It's a super chill atmosphere - with complementary water, little office work areas, clean and bright atmosphere, etc. I have established care with Dr. Mujral. She's wonderful. Very conservative in her approaches (which I very much appreciate) and is so nice and caring. Bedside manner is 10/10. Thank you Dentologie!

Listen, do you go to the dentist to be comfortable or to get your teeth cleaned and checked? Dr. Ho…read moreis brutal and thorough and when I leave I feel confident that my teeth were inspected sufficiently and very clean - even if I was just on the verge of tears in pain from her cleaning.

Dr. Lien and her staff are fantastic! They are very attentive, detailed and up-front about all…read moretreatment. I appreciate the way they address services and dealing with insurance. Wonderful experience and I will certainly be back. I would recommend them to anyone seeking a careful and comprehensive dental service.