Dr. Alin Alkass, DDS
- Illinois licence active, first licensed Aug 2005
NPI 1336358993 · Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, checked Sep 2026 · named on the practice's website
General dentist · Jefferson Park
Smiles on Elston
5780 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60646
4.5+ stars in 250+ reviews
Reviews
4.5+ stars in 250+ reviews
Of 213 written reviews, 98% give 4–5 stars and 2% give 1–2.
61say “Friendly, welcoming staff”
18say “Friendly and professional, both at once”
12say “Gentle, thorough, pain-free cleaning”
“The whole experience was great - friendly staff, thorough cleaning and explanations.”
- Emergency
- Prices published
What patients say
Themes from 213 reviews with text, with one quote each, shown as written.
How the visit felt
12Gentle, thorough, pain-free cleaning
“The whole experience was great - friendly staff, thorough cleaning and explanations.”
11Gentle hands
“My hygienist Maria is very thorough, gentle and professional when caring for my teeth.”
8Explains everything / says what they'll do before doing it
“Wasn’t the news I wanted to hear but he was very empathetic and explained everything to me.”
Staff and office
61Friendly, welcoming staff
“The staff were immediately welcoming and kind, and everyone was so good with our son!”
18Friendly and professional, both at once
“Very friendly and efficiently run, the front office staff were polite and professional.”
7Honest, trustworthy dentist
“I trust them so much that I’ll keep him as my dentist even after we move to Fox Lake.”
Reviews, Sep 2026. How we count themes
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Good to know before you call
- Closes at 3 pm on Friday, and is closed at weekends.
What they can help with
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Emergency dentist
Listed on its business profile · 2 pages on its website · Listed category: Emergency dental service
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 $129 Its new-patient exam special page
- Emergency exam $59 Its emergency exam page
Ways to pay
- Accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile pay (its business profile)
- Senior Discount (its website)
- Accepts CareCredit (its website)
- American Express Accepted (its website)
- Discover Accepted (its website)
- MasterCard Accepted (its website)
Before treatment, ask
- What is the total, including the exam and X-rays?
- How much will my insurance cover?
Getting there
5780 N Elston AveChicago, IL 60646 Get directions
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance, restroom and seating
- LGBTQ+ friendly
Its business profile
Equipment and memberships
- Equipment and treatments on its website
- Advanced Early Decay/Cavity Detection Technology
In the practice's words
Its own business description
“Welcome to Smiles on Elston, where Dr. Alin Alkass and his compassionate team deliver expert dental care in a warm, welcoming environment. From preventive cleanings and cosmetic treatments to advanced procedures like implants and Invisalign, we tailor care to your needs with a gentle touch and clear communication. Dr. …”
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Questions people ask
What does a new-patient exam special cost here?
$129, 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) 763-7434. 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 · smilesonelston.com, Sep 2026 · Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Sep 2026 · NPI registry · Last updated 30 Sep 2026