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Illinois is no stranger to change. For instance, the state built the first skyscraper in 1885 and permanently reversed the flow of the Chicago River in the early 1900s. Today, the state is home to over 12.8 million residents of all ages and backgrounds, and is a leading agricultural and economic producer for the rest of the country. In keeping with the spirit of progress, many dentists across Illinois have joined with Doctors Network to provide their patients with the high-quality professional dental care they deserve at highly discounted prices. By partnering with Doctors Network, dentists can offer their patients direct dental plans that help supplement their dental insurance, or provide an affordable alternative for patients who don’t have insurance at all.

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While the costs for biannual dental checkups and cleanings are usually manageable for an individual, they can pile up quickly for families, especially without insurance coverage. Those costs are even higher when young children need corrective treatment, such as early orthodontics, or older patients need to replace lost teeth or undergo oral surgery. The good news is that direct dental plans help patients in Illinois, and across the country, save substantially on all forms of dental health care. With preventive checkups and cleanings as low as $25 per visit, families have a greater chance of reducing dental health costs by avoiding serious dental issues. Other treatments, including tooth fillings, crowns, teeth-whitening, veneers, Invisalign®, and more, will be reduced by up to 90%.

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Like Illinois itself, families change and dental health needs evolve. With a direct plan from Doctors Network, keeping up with those changes is easier and much more affordable. By paying a small monthly fee, which is set by your primary dentist, you can subscribe to a direct dental plan that helps Illinois families ensure the costs of their dental care will always remain manageable. To join Doctors Network, speak with your dentist about signing up for a direct dental plan during your next visit. Or, you can visit our website at www.doctorsnetwork.com and select a trusted Illinois dentist near you who has already partnered with Doctors Network.

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    Mark D Pusateri DDS
    641 N 1st Bank Dr, Palatine, IL 60067 
    4.97 miles near Buffalo Grove
    phone

    (847) 358-1211

    review by Misa L.

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    I love Dr. Pusateri and his staff at Mark D Pusateri DDS even though I didn’t go there for very long. If you live in Palatine, IL, go see them now! I hadn’t been to this office in a few years because I moved, but I told my cousin about them. Every time she goes for her bi-annual appointment, she tells me how awesome they still are. She even talks to Dr. Pusateri about me and my dog! Thank you for the excellent care; high-quality dental work; and kind, warm and skilled staff! Also thanks for taking such good care of my cousin’s smile - I’m still smiling even though I don’t go there anymore!

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    Jeffrey E Riesberg DDS
    1722 First Street, Highland Park, IL 60035 
    8.4 miles near Buffalo Grove
    phone

    (847) 266-1842

    review by Danielle P.

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    I went to Jeffrey E Riesberg DDS for the first time today, and I have nothing but great things to report! The staff was so friendly and calmed my nerves instantly. Dr. Riesberg was very sweet and experienced. He also listened to everything I had to say and didn’t try to rush me out the door. I highly recommend this dental office (located in Highland Park, IL) to anyone who needs an excellent dentist!

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    winnetkadentalcare
    723 Elm St Ste 21, Winnetka, IL 60093 
    12.52 miles near Buffalo Grove
    phone

    (224) 255-6133

    review by Jennifer R.

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    I just had my first appointment at Winnetka Dental Care. I booked an appointment because I had a small chip in my front tooth, and they got me in the same day. Their location in Winnetka, IL is convenient, and the office is organized and spotless. The staff was kind and informative. I arrived 20 minutes early to give myself enough time to fill out paperwork, and they took me back two minutes after my scheduled time. Dr. Raghian filled the chip, and I had such a great time that I booked a cleaning appointment for later this week! Highly recommend!

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    Amante Dental Center
    185 N Barrington Rd., Schaumburg, IL 60194 
    13.43 miles near Buffalo Grove
    phone

    (847) 490-0303

    review by Natasha M.

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    I went in for my first cleaning with Dr. Amante today, and I can’t wait to come back! This place is awesome. I brought my 2 year old daughter in to introduce her to the dentist and get her ready for her first visit. My daughter is shy and doesn’t really like meeting new people, but Dr. Amante was gentle with her and got her relaxed enough that he even got a quick examination in. I’m very happy with this dentist office near me, and so was my daughter.

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    Optima Family Dental
    4956 W Irving Park Rd, Suite 100, Chicago, IL 60641 
    18.27 miles near Buffalo Grove
    phone

    (773) 725-6606

    review by Joseph G.

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    Hands down, Dr. Yoseph-Anhar is the best dentist near me! I’ve been steering clear of the dentist for many years due to previous horrible experiences. But Dr. Yoseph-Anhar and his staff at Optima Family Dental genuinely care about my oral health and made the atmosphere as soothing as possible. Though it sounds stereotypical, it was honestly different than any other dentist I’ve ever been to. Dr. Yoseph-Anhar did a cavity filling, and it was painless - another first for me! Their prices are a little higher than other practices, but they offer various treatment and payment options. I have nothing but excellent things to say about this practice. I’m moving away from Chicago, and it’s honestly one of the things I’m going to miss most.

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    Ogden Family Dentistry
    1018 E. 31st Street, LaGrange Park, IL 60526 
    23.56 miles near Buffalo Grove
    phone

    (708) 485-0016

    Who is Dr. Horatio Enacopol DDS?
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    Dr. Horatio Enacopol cares about giving his patients access to the best healthcare possible. He has put together an impressive staff at his private practices and is part of a wide community of specialists that work together to provide patients with the treatments and technology they need to reach their dental goals. Dr. Enacopol attended the University of Illinois and graduated in 1993. He then worked at one of the largest dental group practices in Chicago before opening his own practice in Lemont in 2001 and starting Ogden Family Dentistry. At his practice, Dr. Enacopol works hard to make his patients feel comfortable and is there every step of the way, from explaining insurance to giving high-quality treatments. Patients of Dr. Enacopol can receive both general and cosmetic dentistry.

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    AB Dental Center
    5672 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60638 
    27.73 miles near Buffalo Grove
    phone

    (773) 435-9933

    Who is Dr. Amjad Alqazaha DDS?
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    Dr. Amjad Alqazaha enjoys creating individualized treatment plans that meet the needs of each of his patients. His goal at the private practice he opened with Dr. Bogdan Sinjoanu, AB Dental Center, is to provide his patients with state-of-the-art technology and high-quality dental procedures that help them reach their smile goals.

    Dr. Alqazaha studied dentistry in Russia at Volgograd Medical Academy and graduated in 1997. He then when to the Volgograd Regional Hospital to complete a three-year Oral Surgery Residency program. He was a practicing dentist in Russia for many years before deciding to move to the United States and attend the University of Illinois, which he graduated from in 2012. After completing his education, Dr. Alqazaha worked in private practice as an associate before opening his own practice. Today, he is a member of the Chicago Dental Society, the Illinois State Dental Society, and the American Dental Association. He is also a fellow of the International Dental Implant Association.

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