About Brighter Dental of South Loop · Chicago
Brighter Dental of South Loop is the South Loop branch of Brighter Dental of Chicago, a multi-location dental group led by periodontist Dr. Roger Nouneh (DMD, MS, MBA). The office is located at 1620 S. Michigan Avenue, Suite 400, in Chicago's South Loop neighborhood, and provides general, cosmetic, restorative, periodontal, orthodontic and emergency dental care. Patients can access same-day emergency visits, in-office Zoom teeth whitening, Invisalign clear aligners, dental implants, and oral or IV sedation. The South Loop team treats patients of all ages and is known for a calm, patient-centered approach that emphasizes education and prevention.
Brighter Dental of Chicago is a privately owned multi-office dental practice founded by Dr. Roger Nouneh, a board-certified periodontist who earned his dental degree from Boston University in 1997 and his specialty training and Master's in Oral Biology at the Medical College of Georgia (now Georgia Health Sciences University). He later earned an MBA and serves as Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry and as an attending at Evanston Hospital's General Dental Residency program. The practice operates three locations across the Chicago metro area: Old Town (1254 N. Wells St), South Loop (1620 S. Michigan Ave, Suite 400), and Park Ridge (1416 Canfield Rd). The South Loop office, reachable at (312) 888-9902, is staffed by general dentists including Dr. Kathryn Jensen, a Naperville native and summa cum laude UIC graduate who received the Dr. Walter E. Dundon award for clinical excellence and leadership during her DMD training. Services at South Loop span the full range of family dentistry, from preventive cleanings and routine check-ups to cosmetic enhancements (Zoom whitening, Invisalign), restorative work, dental implants placed or restored by the practice's periodontist, and same-day emergency care for existing patients. The office offers oral and intravenous sedation for anxious patients and runs recurring promotions such as a New Patient Special for $149 and a Teeth Whitening Special for $299. The practice's stated mission is to 'educate our patients about how to prevent dental problems and maintain healthy mouths and beautiful smiles for life.' Brighter Dental of Chicago also partners with the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University, matching donations up to $7,500 to support innovative cancer research and clinical trials. Independent review aggregators show a strong patient reputation, with an average of roughly 4.6 stars across 60+ user reviews and frequent praise for the friendly front-desk staff, gentle hygienists, and clear, step-by-step doctor communication.
- Owner
- Dr. Roger Nouneh, DMD, MS, MBA (Managing Member / founder of Brighter Dental of Chicago)
- Serves
- Chicago neighborhoods (South Loop, Old Town, Printers Row, Museum Campus, Near South Side, Loop, River North, Lincoln Park) and the greater Chicagoland area, including Park Ridge; same-day emergency care for patients of record.
- Rating
- 4.6 (60 user reviews) on lp-dentistry.com aggregator; 4.0 on a separate dentist-directory profile
Overview and Practice Philosophy
Brighter Dental of Chicago was built around the idea that 'building a foundation of trust by treating our patients as special individuals is vital to our success.' The practice recognizes that many patients feel uneasy about dental visits and works to make every appointment a relaxing, positive experience — including offering oral and intravenous sedation. Its mission statement is explicit: 'To educate our patients about how to prevent dental problems and maintain healthy mouths and beautiful smiles for life.' The South Loop office is one of three locations, alongside Old Town (1254 N. Wells St, Chicago) and Park Ridge (1416 Canfield Rd, Park Ridge).
- Founded and led by Dr. Roger Nouneh, DMD, MS, MBA
- Three offices: Old Town, South Loop, Park Ridge
- Patient-first philosophy with sedation options for anxious patients
- Emphasis on prevention and patient education
South Loop Office
The South Loop location is the downtown-Chicago branch serving the Near South Side, Printers Row, Museum Campus and surrounding neighborhoods. It is located on South Michigan Avenue in a professional medical-dental building (Suite 400), with phone (312) 888-9902 and email [email protected]. The office provides the full menu of services offered by the practice and is staffed by general dentists who coordinate specialty care (periodontics, implants) with Dr. Nouneh.
- Address: 1620 S. Michigan Ave., Suite 400, Chicago, IL 60616
- Phone: 312-888-9902
- Email: [email protected]
- Accessible building entrance
- New Patient Special — $149 (exam, intra-oral X-rays, adult prophylaxis)
- Teeth Whitening Special — $299 (Zoom in-office)
Dentists at the South Loop Office
Patients at the South Loop office are seen by general dentists on the Brighter Dental team, with specialist care provided by Dr. Roger Nouneh. Dr. Kathryn Jensen, DMD, is a key clinician at the 1620 S. Michigan Avenue location.
Dr. Roger Nouneh, DMD, MS, MBA — Founder and Periodontist
Dr. Nouneh obtained his dental degree from Boston University in 1997 and completed specialty training in periodontics at Georgia Health Sciences University (formerly the Medical College of Georgia), where he earned a Master's in Oral Biology researching bone-cell attachment to dental implant surfaces. His published work appears on the Journal of Oral Implantology site (joionline.org). He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and an active member of the American Academy of Periodontology, Academy of Osseointegration, American Dental Association, Illinois Society of Periodontists and Midwest Society of Periodontology.
- President, Greater Evanston Association of Dentists, 2006–2016
- President, Illinois Society of Periodontists, 2013–2014
- Fellow and Secretary, Odontographic Society of Chicago
- Clinical Associate Professor, UIC College of Dentistry
- Attending, Evanston Hospital General Dental Residency Program (NorthShore University HealthSystem)
- Illinois dental license #019-025485
Dr. Kathryn Jensen, DMD — General Dentist
Dr. Kathryn Jensen was born and raised in Naperville, Illinois, and earned her Bachelor of Science summa cum laude at the University of Illinois at Chicago before completing her Doctorate of Dental Medicine at the same institution. While in dental school she received the Dr. Walter E. Dundon Award for clinical excellence and leadership. Her philosophy is 'patient-centered care by listening and communicating effectively to achieve the best outcomes for each patient,' grounded in evidence-based dentistry and ongoing continuing education. Outside of dentistry she enjoys White Sox games, the Green Bay Packers, reading, working out and trying new restaurants.
- BS summa cum laude, University of Illinois at Chicago
- DMD, University of Illinois at Chicago
- Dr. Walter E. Dundon Award for clinical excellence and leadership
- Sees patients at the South Loop (1620 S. Michigan Ave) office
Services Offered
Brighter Dental of South Loop offers the full scope of general and specialty dentistry. Same-day emergency care is a hallmark — the practice encourages existing patients to call ahead so the team can prepare and minimize wait time. Comprehensive treatment planning lets patients resolve multiple dental issues in a focused series of appointments, and the practice gladly provides second-opinion consultations (patients are asked to bring existing X-rays and records).
- Emergency Care — same-day, plus after-hours line for existing patients
- Routine Care & Cleanings — ultrasonic cleanings, individualized recall intervals
- Comprehensive Dental Treatment — full-mouth planning across a few visits
- Second-Opinion Consultations — bring prior X-rays and records
- Restorative Care — fillings, crowns, bridges
- Dental Implants & Implant Restorations
- Orthodontics — Invisalign clear aligners
- Preventive Care — patient education, recall hygiene
- Teeth Whitening — Zoom in-office one-hour whitening
- Periodontal Treatment — gum and bone disease therapy
- Sedation Dentistry — oral and intravenous sedation
- Family Dentistry — care for all ages, including pediatric patients
Special Offers and Promotions
The practice runs recurring promotions to make first-visit and cosmetic care accessible. Pricing and specials are advertised on the homepage and on individual office pages.
- New Patient Special — $149 (comprehensive exam, intra-oral radiographs, adult prophylaxis)
- Teeth Whitening Special — $299 (Zoom in-office whitening)
- Periodontal Treatment — schedule with the practice's periodontist
Community Involvement
Dr. Roger Nouneh and Brighter Dental of Chicago have partnered with the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University to support innovative cancer research and clinical trials. The practice matches donations made to this cause up to $7,500.
- Partner of the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University
- Matching donations up to $7,500 toward innovative cancer research and clinical trials
- Teaching contributions at UIC College of Dentistry and Evanston Hospital
Patient Reviews and Reputation
Independent review aggregators and patient testimonials consistently describe Brighter Dental of South Loop as professional, thorough and welcoming. Common themes include a friendly front-desk staff that greets patients with a warm smile, gentle and patient hygienists, and doctors who explain procedures step-by-step. Patients report that the office has helped them navigate insurance, accommodated pediatric patients and offered flexible scheduling. One patient credited the practice with recommending a bite guard that resolved years of headaches; another highlighted the team's willingness to treat an uninsured grandchild at a reduced cost.
- Average rating ~4.6 stars across 60+ reviews (lp-dentistry.com aggregator)
- Praised for clear step-by-step doctor communication
- Patients highlight the front-desk staff and hygienists for warmth and patience
- Reported success with bite guards, Invisalign, cleanings and fillings
Office Hours and Access
The South Loop office publishes a six-day schedule, with Saturday morning hours and full-day coverage Monday through Friday. Patients in distress can call ahead for same-day emergency care, and existing patients have access to an after-hours emergency line. Individual clinician schedules may vary slightly from posted office hours; patients are encouraged to confirm availability when booking.
- Monday 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Tuesday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Thursday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Sunday Closed
- Same-day emergency care by phone
- After-hours emergency line for existing patients
Contact and Locations
Patients can reach the South Loop office directly or call the practice's main number. All three Brighter Dental locations share a single website and patient-care philosophy.
- South Loop Office: 312-888-9902 — 1620 S. Michigan Ave., Suite 400, Chicago, IL 60616
- Old Town Office: 312-337-3300 — 1254 N. Wells St, Chicago, IL 60610
- Park Ridge Office: 847-698-0888 — 1416 Canfield Rd, Park Ridge, IL 60068
- Email South Loop: [email protected]
- Website: https://brighterdentalchicago.com/