Dentistry For Children and Families
Children / Pediatric Dentistry in Lincoln Park
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About Dentistry For Children and Families
Dentistry For Children and Families is a dental practice on North Halsted Street in the Lincoln Park area of Chicago, Illinois. Pediatric dental care is built around treating children specifically — dentists with additional training in child development and behaviour management, and offices designed to make a first visit unintimidating. Guidance generally points to a child's first dental visit around age one or within six months of the first tooth.
Children benefit from starting dental visits early, generally by their first birthday or within six months of the first tooth coming through, mainly so they become familiar with the setting before any treatment is actually needed. Establishing that routine early tends to make ongoing checkups far less stressful for both child and parent.
Payment and insurance arrangements vary by practice and by treatment, so it is worth asking directly what is covered and what options exist for anything that is not, rather than assuming either way. Getting that clarified before treatment starts avoids surprises once it is underway.
Beyond any single treatment, most dental visits start with an examination — checking for decay, reviewing the gums, and looking at existing fillings or crowns — often alongside X-rays where there is a reason to look between or beneath teeth. That groundwork is what a dentist uses to explain any findings and set out next steps before you leave.
Routine attendance, roughly every six months for most people, is what actually keeps small problems small. A lot of decay and gum disease develops without any pain in its early stages, which is why regular checkups matter even when nothing seems to be wrong, rather than only booking an appointment once something hurts.
A first appointment at a new practice typically covers a full examination, a review of your dental and medical history, and a professional cleaning, with X-rays if you do not have recent ones. It is also a reasonable time to raise any longer-term concerns, cosmetic or otherwise, so they can be factored into a plan going forward. This page has the practice's contact details and full service list. Get in touch through it to ask questions or book a visit.
Dentistry For Children and Families is a dental practice on North Halsted Street in the Lincoln Park area of Chicago, Illinois, offering children / pediatric dentistry among its listed services. The practice is open Monday through Thursday. You can reach the practice through this page to ask about treatment or request an appointment.
Clinic Details
Best Known For
Pediatric Dentistry
Business Hours
| Monday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday(Today) | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
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Reviews
Smyleee Rating
Rated
225 reviews
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Recent Reviews
Visit here has always been a pleasant experience. The staffs here are so friendly and accommodating for the kids. Great place. Highly recommend!
Very professional, friendly, and caring!!
I had our assessment appt today for my 6 yr old. Dr Boyd was attentive, patient, brilliant, encouraging and knowledgeable. He confirmed what my maternal instinct and months of research suspected for months but couldn’t get other providers on board with. My son felt safe, I felt seen and safe and walked out feeling hopeful. Hoping and praying the treatment, time and financial commitment pay off to correct my son’s airway restrictions.
Dr. Janet and Dr. Boyd are the best! The rest of the staff is so friendly and helpful! Highly recommend!
I have been with Dr Kevin and his team for over 20 years and they provide excellent care.
We are so grateful for Dr. Kevin Boyd and his incredible expertise! He recently began treating my young daughters with palatal expanders, and the process has been so smooth from start to finish. Dr. Boyd is not only exceptionally knowledgeable, but truly a pioneer in airway-focused pediatric dentistry. His passion for helping children grow and breathe better is evident in everything he does. He takes the time to explain every step of the process, and his gentle, thoughtful approach puts both kids and parents completely at ease. It’s rare to find a clinician with such depth of understanding in facial growth, airway development, and functional dentistry. Anyone in Chicago or the surrounding areas is incredibly fortunate to have access to such world-class care right here at home. I couldn’t recommend Dr. Boyd more highly!
From the moment my family and I arrived at the dentist's office, we were warmly greeted by the staff and smitten with the cute outdoor space and play area. Dr. Boyd is extremely knowledgeable and displays a genuine care for his patients. I am actually excited about the next visit. I have total confidence that my children are being cared for by a dentist and dentistry team in a loving and intentional manner.
⭐ 1 out of 5 stars I have seen Dr. Boyd in the past with my children when he was still in-network with our insurance, and recently returned for a consultation regarding a palate expander. While the visit itself was fine, my concerns began afterward when I followed Dr. Boyd’s own suggestion to send my treatment and cost questions by email for clarity. The office called me twice, both times when I was unavailable, and I returned one call but they didn’t pick up. Despite this, my request to have questions answered via email was dismissed, leaving me feeling uncertain about communication and transparency. When I spoke with Orla on the phone, she said she would answer the best she could and suggested scheduling a follow-up, but I had hoped that Dr. Boyd himself would respond to the questions he had asked me to send. It was also mentioned during our visit that Dr. Boyd would communicate with my son’s specialists at Lurie Children’s Hospital, but our Lurie doctors confirmed that no such contact occurred. While I appreciate their time, I ultimately did not feel the level of trust or confidence needed to proceed with treatment here and will be seeking care elsewhere. On the bright side, the office is in a beautiful neighborhood, with a kid-friendly atmosphere and prizes for children. However, it can feel crowded, the treatment rooms are mostly not private, and the doctor may speak about your child in front of others. The parking lot is small, so you may need to ask someone to move their car if parked behind you. They are not in network with dental insurance.
Very knowledgable in airway and children's growth and development. I appreciate spending time explaining x-rays. My son and I felt comfortable with the exam and treatment plan.
I drove 3 hours for this appointment. left crying, not because I was sad… but from happy tears! After years of pediatricians, dentists, and ent’s telling me “everything is fine! She will grow out of it”.. I finally found someone who HEARD me and believed me and confirmed everything my mother instincts knew! I’m excited to finally get my daughter the help she has needed and the plan to get her airway corrected and on a path to better sleep! Worth the drive and so thankful for doctors who think outside of the box and listen!
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