Recently had a crown and filling with Dr. Minkowski (who also made the referral for a root canal)…read more Strongly recommend Dr. Minkowski: she was professional, efficient, friendly, and highly competent. My new favorite dentist.

I can't say enough great things about Smile Design Studio of Hyde Park! From the moment I walked…read morein, I was greeted by a professional and caring staff who made me feel completely at ease. The dentists here are truly exceptional--highly skilled, knowledgeable, and great at what they do. They take the time to explain everything clearly and ensure that you're comfortable throughout the entire process. It's rare to find a dental office that combines expertise with genuine care, but this place does exactly that.

I came in to see Dr. Prince because my aligners needed to be replaced. I didn't have an appointment…read morebut they were gracious enough to provide a quote and scan me for a new set of nighttime aligners. What I most appreciate is that Dr. Prince advised me that my bite could use a slight correction that they could build into the new aligners. I gladly accepted. I was in and out in less than an hour. This is an efficiently run business. I'll be back for more service.

stay away fro m this place at all cost. I went in for a "free consultation " to see what I need…read moredone which wasn't free at all they charged my insurance for that. place looks nice but just not good people. I would get texts at night and on weekends telling me to come in. once I got new insurance I went in and I don't have but a couple teeth left which I can't eat properly with so I'm getting sick because of that. Anyway they decided not to accept what insurance will pay and wanted another 8,000 dollars plus what insurance pays. I can't afford that and instead of doing something good for someone I guess what insurance pays doesn't quite cover that and they chose not to help. Since then no follow up or even an email in a weekday to see if they can help. it's not often people's greed gets in the way of doing the right thing but they had no problem with that. Save yourself the time.

Great Emergency Care…read more I was able to get an emergency appointment today after breaking a tooth in half. The inside of one of my premolars was hanging loose and I could not even close my mouth or eat. Dr. Maini was patient and compassionate and took the time to explain my options. I decided to go with an implant long term, but in the meantime she skillfully temporarily repaired the tooth so my teeth could come together again. She even used the drill without anesthesia and it was completely painless. I am very grateful for the care I received today. Highly recommend Dr. Maini.

Comfort Dental in Hyde Park is truly a gem! From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is warm,…read morewelcoming, and professional. The staff is kind, upbeat, and incredibly attentive--always making sure you feel comfortable and cared for. The doctor is just as wonderful as the team he leads: knowledgeable, compassionate, and great with patients of all ages. My middle school boys actually enjoy going to their appointments--which says everything for any parent! Bonus: the Hyde Park location has convenient metered parking nearby, which makes getting in and out super easy. I'm so grateful we found Comfort Dental.

The office is small dirty and it smells bad. I had an appointment got there a few minutes early to…read morefill out the paperwork. Wait 40 mins passed my appointment time still was not called back , when asked how long will it be they said oh about 45 mins. WTF. I got up and left I could not stomach the smell of some food that the receptionist brought into the office. Please sister get your office in order.

Very disappointed. Several calls to office no answer, refered to text number STILL no answer…read more Billed insurance for services that were NOT rendered. A hot mess now between insurance and what I also was asked to pay which I will never get back. VERY UNPROFESSIONAL. DO NOT waste your time, I now have a broken tooth and no dentist.

Very pleasant and competent staff. Appointments are always on time. Overall, highly recommend this…read moreplace. Have been a patient at the clinic for almost 10 years.

I had an early appointment and this is my first visit. The receptionist and office manager Kim…read morewere exceptional. The oral hygienist took time to explain the exam and next steps. And the dentist was icing on the cake. I had a wonderful visit and everyone was professional and kind.

The insurance EDB never but never matched what I was always charged. They stopped eventually…read morereplying to emails about reimbursing me. Many many other options in Hyde Park. Dont go here.

The actual service from the dental assistants and hygienists were fine…read more But after paying close to $750 for a deep cleaning ( I was told my TOTAL cost would be $370 for two visits), they sent me a bill for another $50. I was considering another procedure that they told me would cost close to $5k (out of pocket), but I'm afraid they will continue to send me bills and squeeze me for more money. Something is not right.

Totally unorganized and behind on most things. I feel as if I have lost money with how shady some…read moreof the business practices seem to be. You will go in for an appointment and some update or bill will be sent months later when you have little memory of the visit.

I've been coming here for nearly 15 years. It has gone down the drain. Bigger space but less…read morequality, compassion and service. My cleaning felt like I brushed my teeth. I miss the old staff and hygienists.

Beware of Deep Cleaning Scams: Dr. MO Multiple emails to…read moreclinic ahead of time just to schedule a routine cleaning, since my prior dentist retired. Never had a cavity in my life and have been getting 2 cleaning and regular x-ray on routine basis for health maintenance. Checked in ok, and was proceeded to the back by hygienist. Just about to clean, Dr. Mo (Mohammed Alyagoob: NPI: 1952979189) walked in, took one look at my x-ray (5 months ago), and said that I needed "Deep Cleaning". When inquired as to why, especially given my history, he was extremely dismissive and said "Do you want your teeth to fall off?". He then proceeded to tell me that I have an infected tooth and puss is coming out, despite that I have no pain, fever, systemic symptoms of whatsoever. Dr. Mo then stated that : "You can go somewhere if you like" repeatedly, when I asked more questions. I told him that doing deep cleaning cost thousands of $ and often requires prior approval, and that I am requesting him to just do regular cleaning and reassess in 6 months and if necessary, we can see if deep cleaning receives prior authorization. He refused to do regular cleaning and told me to leave. SCAM PART: It is often done by shoddy dental practices, NOT to do regular cleaning and push people to do "Deep cleaning". It cost $$$$ in thousands, instead of $100 or so. It also requires strong anesthesia, often extreme pain and requires very strong pain medication to control symptoms, not to mention multiple visit and chances to bill your insurance on multiple occasions. Often they justify the necessity as any bone loss. However, please note that anyone over the age of 50 will have some bone loss, no different in your teeth than rest of your body. They may scam you to think that bone loss is only related to deep infection and inflammations that requires deep cleaning. WHAT CAN YOU DO: Call their clinic managers and report. Call your insurance company to report to Ethicspoint or similar line. Examine your provider from IL Department of Professional Regulation to see if they have been disciplined previously. If you encounter potential scams, report to IL Dept of Professional Regulations. Get another opinion. Trust your body sense of what it is telling you.

I came here for an urgent appointment as a first-time patient since I could not get in anywhere…read moreelse throughout Chicago that day. The staff were all kind, but this place is not a professional environment that I'd trust for healthcare. I went in for a chipped front tooth and extreme wisdom teeth pain (infected). My appointment lasted all of 15 minutes after really fast/poor quality X-Rays. I never even saw a doctor- just 2 hygienists. One hygienist said there was nothing wrong with my chipped tooth and the pain was probably radiating from my wisdom teeth. I said it was distinctly different and asked him to please recheck the X-Ray. He looked at the X-Ray again then said, "oh, you're right. There is something irregular here. You need either a filling or a root canal- I'm not sure which one. Come back next month and we will decide which one at that time. As for your wisdom teeth, God or your body- whichever you want to say- gives you those teeth for a reason. Dentistry is about saving teeth, not removing them. You will just need to get through it. It's like when babies cry as they teethe, but for adults." Then he left the room and the other hygienist said, "you definitely need to get your wisdom teeth removed. Schedule your follow-up with someone different so you can get it done." Even the receptionist was confused that I didn't know what kind of follow-up appointment I was needing to schedule, since fillings and root canals are VERY different. Definitely do NOT go here unless you're desperate.

REVISED REVIEW OF FIRST POINT DENTAL…read more The first dentist told me I had two cavities to fill. I went in to get them filled and found out the first dentist was not in - it was the owner. He told me I needed a crown and a possible root canal. I told him I wanted a second opinion. I got the second opinion. The new dentist told me I did not need a root canal it was just a large filling that I needed. The new dentist told me I had a small cavity on Tooth #30 that neither dentist from First Pont Dental caught. The new dentist told me I needed to get my teeth cleaned. I told him I just got them cleaned at First Point Dental five weeks prior. The first dentist from First Point Dental used a silver thing with water in it and knicked me twice which really hurt. I ran my tongue over my teeth after the new dentist told me that and sure enough I could feel all the plaque. The first dentist did not even use a silver pick. Patients beware of First Point Dental. I truly believe they do not know what they are doing. I don't know how two different dentists from the same office can look at the same x-ray and come up with such different opinions. Especially the first one. Two cavities (no mention of a crown) and not cleaning my teeth properly. And, of course, both of them missing the cavity on Tooth number 30. In retrospect, the new dentist just fixed the two teeth that needed repair work. He told me they needed the repair work for quite awhile. If First Point Dental would have told me this a year or two ago, I could have avoided the extra repair work which not only cost me extra money but also my insurance company. It would have been just a couple of cavities like the first dentist said and nothing more. Also, First Point Dental goes under three different names. First Point Dental, The Dental Specialists, P.C. and Dentistry for Everyone. What is going on - sounds fishy to me.

Today was my fourth appointment with First Point Dental…read more My first appointment was with a new dentist, who took an inordinate amount of time. I received apologies and a follow up call from the office manager and was assured that I would be served better in the future. That has been very true and I am so happy to have stayed with this office. The next dentist I saw was wonderful. Today's visit was with Dr Jai Batth, who was so impressive! From his initial introducing himself to my observations of his interactions with the dental assistant, to explanations of next steps, he set me at ease. I felt that I was in competent hands and that he cared about my experience of that care. At the begginning, I had a question about work that was previously prescribed and his response was to double check and describe what he saw. At the end, his suggestions for proactive care were helpful. I have also very much appreciated how the front office has worked with my insurance company.

I have NEVER experienced such dysfunction and disrespect at a medical office. At King Dental, I had…read moreto fight tooth and nail just to get my own records, something I have a legal right to under HIPAA. The front desk refused to give me my periodontal charting, asking invasive questions like "why do you need it?" and "what are you going to do with it?" as if patients have no right to their own health information. After arguing and waiting for over an hour, they finally had the dentist upload my charting, but then didn't know how to print it. Only after speaking with the Office Manager was I able to get it printed. Other requested documents like my dental X-rays, treatment records, models, and an itemized receipt showing exactly what was charged to insurance versus paid in cash were still withheld. It shouldn't matter if my insurance covered it in full or not. I have a right to know who performed my treatment and exactly what I was charged, whether I'm on my partner's insurance, state insurance, or paying cash. There should be no pushback on providing my own information. The dentist herself was unhelpful and questioned why I needed my own information so badly. During my procedure, I was not given topical anesthetic gel, making it the worst dental experience of my life. The dentists are rough and seemingly lazy, and the staff's only role is to pick up the pieces. This office is completely dysfunctional, disrespectful, and unsafe. Demand your records and book elsewhere.

Worst dentist ever! Doctors are good but front desk has the workers has the worst customer service…read moreever especially their manager. The front manger talks bad to the workers and she has a nasty attitude. I would NEVER go back! Beware all they do is charge you for everything and then overcharge you because they can't keep up with the paperwork! BEWARE