My husband and I moved and have been looking for a dentist close by. Happened to stumble across First Dental Center, and so glad I did!! The staff are so nice! I had an excellent experience with Kitri, who did my cleaning, and Dr. Vazquez, who took care of a couple fillings and removed my permanent retainer. Checkout was easy and financials were clear and reasonable. So happy I found this office. 5 stars is not enough!
Family Dentistry · Preventive Care
First Dental Center
4108 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL, 60613
Practice profile
Practice overview
About First Dental Center
First Dental Center offers preventive, cosmetic, and restorative care in Chicago. Dr. Winston Feng and Dr. Michael Nguyen provide inlays and onlays, wisdom teeth removal, teeth whitening, dental implants, and Invisalign in a friendly, technology-forward setting.
Services and specialties
Care available at First Dental Center
Family Dentistry
Preventive Care
Cosmetic Dentistry
Restorative Dentistry
Wisdom Teeth Removal
Teeth Whitening
Dental Implants
Invisalign
General Dentistry
Location
Find the practice
4108 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL, 60613
Chicago
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Patient feedback
What patients say about First Dental Center
Based on the 115 written Google reviews posted between Jan 1, 2026 and Sep 28, 2026 (another 40 left a star rating with no text). Counts show how many of those 115 reviews mention each topic.
Patients praise
- Staff Friendliness and Professionalism76 of 115 reviews
Staff and People
Patients consistently praise the staff for being exceptionally kind, friendly, and accommodating. They are often described as highly professional, caring, and making patients feel comfortable and welcomed.
- Recommendation, Loyalty and Overall Experience63 of 115 reviews
Trust and Overall
Many patients highly recommend the practice, often calling it the best dental office they have experienced. Several express long-term loyalty and satisfaction, looking forward to future visits.
- Comfort, Pain and Anxiety27 of 115 reviews
Care and Clinical
Many patients commend the practice for making them feel comfortable and at ease, especially those with dental anxiety. They appreciate efforts to reduce fear, provide comfort items, and ensure a pain-free experience.
- Office Atmosphere and Facility27 of 115 reviews
Environment
Patients frequently describe the office as welcoming, modern, and beautiful, with some comparing it to a luxury spa. Many appreciate the advanced technology and the presence of therapy dogs, which enhance the positive atmosphere.
Common concerns
- Scheduling, Reminders and Follow-Up3 of 115 reviews
Operations
A few patients reported issues with scheduling, including being told to reschedule or having appointments cancelled without notification. One suggested avoiding late afternoon appointments.
- Communication and Transparency2 of 115 reviews
Care and Clinical
A few patients reported issues with lack of communication, including not being informed about appointment changes or deadlines. They felt that crucial information was not conveyed to them.
- Wait Times and Efficiency2 of 115 reviews
Operations
A few patients waited for an extended period to be seen by a dentist. One patient reported waiting 45 minutes, and another waited an hour.
Summaries are written by AI from the text of these Google reviews and describe what reviewers said, not our own assessment. A topic appears once at least 2 reviews mention it. Updated twice a year; next update January 2027. Practice owner and something looks wrong? Ask us to review this summary.
Services mentioned
Treatments patients mention at First Dental Center
How many of the 115 written reviews in the same period name each treatment, and how reviewers felt about it.
- Teeth cleaning & hygienePreventive17 of 115 reviews
16 positive · 1 negative
- Checkups & examsPreventive11 of 115 reviews
9 positive · 2 negative
- FillingsRestorative10 of 115 reviews
8 positive · 1 just mentioned · 1 negative
- Crowns & bridgesRestorative7 of 115 reviews
5 positive · 2 negative
- Emergency & same-day careOral surgery6 of 115 reviews
6 positive
- Extractions & wisdom teethOral surgery5 of 115 reviews
4 positive · 1 just mentioned
- Gum disease treatmentPreventive3 of 115 reviews
2 positive · 1 just mentioned
- Root canalsRestorative2 of 115 reviews
2 positive
- Veneers & bondingCosmetic2 of 115 reviews
1 positive · 1 negative
- Invisalign & bracesCosmetic2 of 115 reviews
2 positive
- Sedation dentistryOther care2 of 115 reviews
1 positive · 1 just mentioned
Treatments are identified by AI from the text of these Google reviews. A treatment appears once at least 2 reviews name it; it reflects what reviewers wrote about, not the full list of services the practice offers.
Recent reviews
New Google reviews by month
155 new reviews for First Dental Center since January 2026, averaging 4.8 stars: 144 five-star, 3 four-star and 8 rated 1 to 3 stars.
| Month | 5 stars | 4 stars | 1 to 3 stars |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 2026 | 18 | 0 | 0 |
| February 2026 | 7 | 0 | 2 |
| March 2026 | 15 | 0 | 1 |
| April 2026 | 21 | 0 | 1 |
| May 2026 | 11 | 0 | 1 |
| June 2026 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| July 2026 | 18 | 2 | 0 |
| August 2026 | 19 | 0 | 1 |
| September 2026 | 23 | 1 | 2 |
| October 2026 (so far) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Featured on Google
Google's most relevant reviews
The reviews Google shows first for First Dental Center, in full.
I have a little bit of anxiety when it comes to getting procedures done. I had a dental cleaning with Tanja who made the entire experience comfortable. She let me play some music and was doing a thorough job explaining steps as they happened, which helped a lot with my anxiety. Dr. Vicky was also extremely nice and pleasant to talk to, did a thorough exam, and was able to fit me in with Dr. Vazquez. Dr. Vazquez and her dental assistant Mourad made the entire experience easy and comfortable. I really enjoyed talking to them as they got my mind off of the scary parts of the exam. Also, I appreciated how they liked my music taste. Overall, I definitely would recommend any that I mentioned, especially if you have anxiety like me. :)
Coming from someone with SEVERE dental anxiety, this was the best dental experience I have ever had. Amanda was my hygienist and made me feel so comfortable throughout the entire process. She made it really easy to trust her while feeling extremely vulnerable. Dr. Feng is wonderful. He talked to me like I was a friend and explained underlying causes and walked me through the treatment plan in a way that was not intimidating. Would recommend this place to anyone and everyone. Not to mention, there is a therapy dog on staff!!!
I can't say enough good things about First Dental! I have long-time dental anxiety and sensory issues, and started working with the team after about a decade of no dentistry. I have never been made to feel shame about my teeth there, and the whole team is positive and focused on making sure you get the care you need. Everyone has a great attitude, from the front desk to the surgery room. Their accommodations, like weighted blankets and sunglasses, make a huge difference, and I love their slideshows of food recommendations and office fun facts. Special shoutouts to Dr. Nguyen, Kitri, and the person with the cool glasses chain behind the front desk, all of whom have consistently gone above and beyond for me! Their service is why I recommend First Dental to all my friends.
I had an amazing experience at First Dental Center. From the moment I walked in, the staff was incredibly welcoming and friendly. The receptionist made me feel at ease and the dental assistant was so kind and attentive, taking the time to explain every step. The specialist was also fantastic—professional, thorough and really listened to my concerns. I left feeling truly cared for and confident in my dental care. I can’t recommend them enough❤️
Review activity
Monthly Google review history
New Google reviews for First Dental Center and the average star rating of those new reviews, over the last 30 and 90 days and month by month.
Last 30 days
- New Google reviews
- 0
- Rating of new reviews
- No new reviews
Last 90 days
- New Google reviews
- 47
- Rating of new reviews
- 4.7 out of 5from 47 reviews
| Month | New reviews | Rating of new reviews | Overall rating | Total reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | 0 | No new reviews | 4.9 | 1,212 |
| September 2026 | 26 | 4.7 out of 5from 26 reviews | 4.9 | 1,212 |
| August 2026 | 20 | 4.8 out of 5from 20 reviews | 4.9 | 1,186 |
| July 2026 | 20 | 4.9 out of 5from 20 reviews | 4.9 | 1,166 |
| June 2026 | 12 | 5.0 out of 5from 12 reviews | 4.9 | 1,146 |
| May 2026 | 12 | 4.7 out of 5from 12 reviews | 4.9 | 1,134 |
| April 2026 | 22 | 4.9 out of 5from 22 reviews | 4.9 | 1,122 |
| March 2026 | 16 | 4.8 out of 5from 16 reviews | 4.9 | 1,100 |
| February 2026 | 9 | 4.3 out of 5from 9 reviews | 4.9 | 1,084 |
| January 2026 | 18 | 5.0 out of 5from 18 reviews | 4.9 | 1,075 |
New review counts and ratings include every Google review published in each period. The current month is counted so far. Overall rating and total reviews show the practice's standing at the end of each month, worked back from Google's current totals using the date and rating of every review since, so they may differ slightly from what Google displayed at the time.