Dr. Kapil Kella, DDS
- Illinois licence active, first licensed Sep 2012
NPI 1770841587 · Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, checked Sep 2026 · named on the practice's website
General dentist · Edgewater
Lakeshore Dental Studio of Chicago
5505 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60640
4.5+ stars in 500+ reviews
Reviews
4.5+ stars in 500+ reviews
Of 498 written reviews, 96% give 4–5 stars and 3% give 1–2.
167say “Friendly, welcoming staff”
48say “Friendly and professional, both at once”
38say “TV or movies as distraction”
“Dr.Kella explained everything pretty clearly and everything went quick and painless.”
- Emergency
- Offers sedation
- Invisalign
- 2 insurers named
What patients say
Themes from 498 reviews with text, with one quote each, shown as written.
How the visit felt
32Small comfort touches (blanket, pillow, headphones, TV, warm towel)
“I got a tour of the office and Netflix was turned on in my pod to watch while I waited.”
22Explains everything / says what they'll do before doing it
“Dr.Kella explained everything pretty clearly and everything went quick and painless.”
16Gentle, thorough, pain-free cleaning
“They are gentle with cleanings and make what is often a painful experience pleasant.”
Staff and office
167Friendly, welcoming staff
“Everyone in this office is kind, patient, and has this genuine way of caring for you.”
48Friendly and professional, both at once
“The staff and healthcare professionals are always kind, courteous, and professional.”
19Clean, sterile office
“Everyone is very nice, the care is thorough, and the office is modern and clean.”
Getting seen
3Seen on time / no wait
“My appointment started on time and I got a through/detailed walk through of each step happening.”
Who comes here
14Patient with a diagnosed or self-labelled anxiety disorder
“I have a history of dental anxiety, but love coming to Lakeshore Dental.”
Reviews, Sep 2026. How we count themes
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Good to know before you call
- Closes at 1:30 pm on Tuesday, and is closed at weekends.
What they can help with
Strongest evidence first. Each links to Chicago practices for the same need.
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Braces & Invisalign
Open Payments record for a confirmed dentist · 1 page on its website
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Veneers & cosmetic
Listed on its business profile · 2 pages on its website · Listed category: Cosmetic dentist
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Emergency dentist
Listed on its business profile · 3 pages on its website · Listed category: Emergency dental service
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Sedation & nervous patients
Listed on its business profile · 3 pages on its website
Who you'll see
Cost and paying
Prices it publishes on its own website, Sep 2026. Always confirm when you call.
- New-patient exam special $199 Its new-patient exam special page
- Dental implant from $500 Its dental implant page
Ways to pay
- Payment plans (its website)
- Accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile pay (its business profile)
- Names Aetna, Cigna (its website, not a network check)
- Third-party lender financing (its website)
Before treatment, ask
- What is the total, including the exam and X-rays?
- How much will my insurance cover?
- The price says “from”. What would make mine cost more?
- Is the payment plan interest-free?
Getting there
5505 N Clark StChicago, IL 60640 Get directions
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance and restroom
Its business profile
Equipment and memberships
- Equipment and treatments on its website
- Digital Impressions / Intraoral Scanners
In the practice's words
Its own business description
“At Lakeshore Dental Studio of Chicago, we offer comprehensive care in a comfortable, family-friendly environment. Dr. Kapil Kella and our team are dedicated to making sure you and your family have healthy, radiant smiles! Our office contains state-of-the-art technology because we want the very best for our patients. …”
Need another dentist?
Also confirmed for braces & invisalign, within 4.5 km.
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Family Dental of Lincoln
2.2 km · 4.5+ stars in 250+ reviews
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Molar City
2.5 km · 4.5+ stars in 500+ reviews
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Skyline Smiles of Roscoe Village
4.5 km · 4.5+ stars in 100+ reviews
Questions people ask
What does a new-patient exam special cost here?
$199, published on its website. Sep 2026
Is it a specialist practice?
We found no specialty for its confirmed dentists in the NPI registry or the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation records.
Can I be seen for an emergency?
It offers emergency appointments. Call (773) 365-9928. Hours are on this page.
Ready to call?
Ask who you'll see, the total cost and the first available appointment before you book.
Sources and dates
Business listing and reviews, Sep 2026 · lakeshoredentalstudio.com, Sep 2026 · Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Sep 2026 · NPI registry · Last updated 30 Sep 2026