At our practice, we proudly provide special care dentistry for patients of all ages, including children, teens, and adults with special health care needs. While we are a pediatric dental office, our training and experience allow us to continue caring for many patients throughout adulthood, especially those who benefit from a familiar, consistent, and compassionate dental environment.
Patients with developmental, medical, genetic, or neurological conditions often require a dentist who understands their unique needs, sensitivities, and medical considerations. Our team is experienced in creating a calm, supportive space where every patient receives individualized care.
Families often search for a dentist for special needs patients, autism-friendly dentist, or special care dentist for adults, and our goal is to provide a long-term dental home where patients feel comfortable and understood.
We provide dental care for individuals with a wide range of medical and developmental conditions, including but not limited to:
If your child or adult family member has a condition not listed here, please contact our office. We welcome patients with all types of special health care needs and will work closely with families and caregivers to provide safe, compassionate care.
Many individuals with autism or sensory sensitivities benefit from a dental team that understands how to adapt the experience. Our office uses patient-centered techniques designed to reduce anxiety and increase comfort, including:
Our goal is to help patients build trust and positive dental experiences that support lifelong oral health.
Many individuals with special health care needs benefit from continuity of care with a dental team they know and trust. For this reason, we proudly continue seeing many patients into adulthood.
Remaining in a familiar dental environment can reduce anxiety, support better oral health habits, and make dental visits more predictable and comfortable.
We frequently care for adult patients who have grown up in our practice or who are looking for a dentist experienced in treating adults with developmental or medical conditions.
Every patient deserves a safe, respectful, and understanding dental home. Our team takes time to understand each patient’s needs, medical history, communication style, and comfort level.
Whether you are seeking a special needs dentist for a child, teen, or adult, we are here to help provide compassionate care tailored to the individual.
If you would like to learn more about our approach to special care dentistry, please contact our office. We are happy to discuss how we can best support you or your loved one.
Yes. While our practice focuses on pediatric dentistry, we proudly continue caring for many patients with special health care needs into adulthood, particularly those who benefit from a familiar dental team and environment.
Yes. We have experience providing dental care for patients with autism and autism spectrum disorder and use sensory-aware approaches to make dental visits more comfortable.
Absolutely! From easily accessible parking to ADA compliant ramps, our office is fully ADA compliant with easy to navigate corridors and rooms.
Absolutely. Our team regularly treats patients with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and other developmental or neurological conditions, adapting dental care to meet each individual’s needs.
Yes. We care for patients with conditions such as epidermolysis bullosa, seizure disorders, craniofacial conditions, and other medical complexities, often coordinating care with medical providers when needed.
Our office is located in Skokie, Illinois, and we welcome patients from across the Chicagoland area, including Evanston, Wilmette, Glencoe, Northbrook, Chicago, Lincolnwood, Morton Grove, Niles, Glenview, Park Ridge, and surrounding suburbs.
Experience exceptional dental care at SiLi Smiles. Our friendly team is just a click away. Request an appointment today, and we’ll be in touch to schedule a convenient time for you and your family.
