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Lakeview Smiles - Bucktown

1977 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

4+ stars in 100+ reviews Opening hours below
Call (773) 840-5003 Directions Website (lakeviewsmileschicago.net, opens in a new tab)

Reviews

4+ stars in 100+ reviews

4–5 stars: 83% · 1–2 stars: 16% · 130 written reviews

Last 12 months: 20 reviews · 55% 4–5 stars (was 88%) · Replies: 92% of reviews · 18 of 21 one- and two-star

39mention friendly, welcoming staff

14mention a clean office

9mention gentle, thorough cleanings

Read what patients say (5 themes) ↓Write a review
  • Emergency
  • Offers sedation

Reviewers report rating and billing concerns

Ratings have dropped: 55% of reviews in the last 12 months are four- or five-star, against 88% before. Unexpected charges are described in 8 of its 15 one- and two-star reviews since October 2023, seven of them from the last 12 months. Seven reviews praise how the office looks.

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Appointment changes in recent complaints

Recent bad reviews describe trouble getting or keeping appointments, including same-day cancellations and changes at short notice.

Why they were unhappy

  • Charged more than they were told8
    7 in the last 12 months
  • Insurance problems4
    4 in the last 12 months
  • Phones not answered or calls not returned4
    3 in the last 12 months
  • Rude or unhelpful front desk4
    3 in the last 12 months
  • Dentist was rude or dismissive3
    1 in the last 12 months
  • Hard to get or keep an appointment3
    3 in the last 12 months

One- and two-star reviews by quarter

Quarters · the last one partial

How we read these

How it compares in Chicago

One- and two-star reviews
16%of 130 written reviews
A higher share than 83% of Chicago practices
Middle Chicago practice: 5%
Most common complaints
Charged more than they were told8
Insurance problems4
Phones not answered or calls not returned4
Of its 15 one- and two-star reviews since Oct 2023 · Read them below
4–5 star reviews
55%in the last 12 months, down from 88%
Share of written reviews giving 4–5 stars
Replies to reviews
92%of written reviews get a reply (18 of 21 one- and two-star)
More replies than 86% of Chicago practices
Middle Chicago practice: 33%
Licensed in Illinois since
2025its longest-licensed confirmed dentist
Licensed more recently than 94% of Chicago dentists we list
Middle Chicago dentist: first licensed 2007

How we compare

What patients say

How the visit felt

9Gentle, thorough cleanings
7A gentle touch

Staff and office

39Friendly, welcoming staff
14A clean office
7A modern, attractive office

How we count themes

What they can help with

Veneers & cosmetic: how it works ShowA front tooth with a veneer, a thin shell on the front surface only, beside a front tooth with a crown covering all of it above the gum.
Sedation & nervous patients: how it works ShowA scale of four sedation levels from most to least awake: minimal, moderate, deep and general anesthesia.

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Who you'll see

Dr. Marissa Wadhwa, DMD

  • Illinois license active, first licensed Aug 2025
  • Dental school: University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry (its website)

NPI 1003794983 · Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, checked Sep 2026 · named on the practice's website

Cost and paying

No prices on its website

Ways to pay

  • Payment plans (its website)
  • Accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile pay (its business profile)
  • Accepts CareCredit (its website)
  • Third-party lender financing (its website)

Reviewers describe sensory accommodations

Two reviewers describe step-by-step explanations and attention to sensory needs for autistic patients.

Equipment and memberships

Equipment and treatments on its website
Low-Radiation Digital X-Rays

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When you can go

Open late
until 6 pm, Thursday
57% of Chicago practices stay open to 6 pm or later
Weekends
Closed

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Getting there

1977 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60647
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  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance and restroom
  • LGBTQ+ friendly

Its business profile

In the practice's words

Its own business description

“At Lakeview Smiles, we want to be your first choice when you’re looking for excellent dental care in Chicago, IL. …”

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Sources and dates

Business listing and reviews, Sep 2026 · lakeviewsmileschicago.net, Sep 2026 · Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Sep 2026 · NPI registry · City of Chicago community areas

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