Gary P. Balas, DDS

Fantastic experience: Dr. Balas, Dr. Smith and the entire team are fantastic. I have been going here for over 30 years, and the care my family receives is exceptional.

Fantastic experience: Dr. Balas went above and beyond to expertly complete my dental work while assuring my comfort!

Fantastic experience: Outstanding care! A patient for decades! A doctor who provides attention to all the details! Highest recommendation!

Fantastic experience: Dr Courtney Smith is a very thorough and great dentist. The entire staff is friendly and welcoming.

Fantastic experience: Everyone is so caring. Best dental practice I’ve ever been to.

Fantastic experience: Dr.Gary, and his staff, are the best. I needed to get into the office for an emergency and they were able to accommodate me.

Fantastic experience: Excellent!

Fantastic experience: Just had my six-month cleaning at Dr. Balas' office. Great team. Friendly, efficient, office was spotless, following all protocols to keep patients and team safe. Latest technology tools shorten time spent in the chair. Very positive experience. Good people. Jim B.

Fantastic experience: Fine long-term experience with Dr. Gary and his excellent staff!

Fantastic experience: Dr. Balas and his staff are terrific! No one likes to go to the dentist; but, this practice is very professional and competent.

Fantastic experience: I had an emergency over a holiday weekend, and Dr. Balas' office replied promptly with great care and instructions. Dr. Balas saw me right away with an emergency visit. I could not be happier with the care from the whole team at the Balas office.

Fantastic experience: This was my first visit at Dr. Balas' office. I thought Dr. Balas was very welcoming , as well as his dental assistant and office staff. Dr. Balas is very calming and knowledgeable, and I am happy I made the move to his practice. I just had two bottom teeth fillings. I had to have 4 numbing shots for this procedure. Everything went well.

Fantastic experience: Dr. Balas and Dr. Smith, along with their staff, are knowledgeable and very caring to their patients. I have been a patient for 30 years and have a great set of teeth thanks to them! :)

Fantastic experience: Awesome hygienists. And Dr Balas is thorough and knowledgeable.

Fantastic experience: Who laughs when they go to the dentist? My face hurt from laughing. I can’t wait until my next appointment so I can chat with Gary and Beth.

Fantastic experience: Very attentive and friendly staff.

Fantastic experience: Many people are scared of dentists. But Dr. Balas and staff are exceptional with a warm welcome and make you feel comfortable with soft music and tv screens in the waiting and examination room. I had cracked a crown and needed to have Dr. Balas evaluate the situation. His staff shoehorned me in. His clear communication about the procedures and a friendly demeanor significantly reduces any anxiety one might feel. I have been a satisfied patient of Dr. Balas for 30 years. You will be too.

Fantastic experience: Excellent dental practice. Professional. Excellent front desk support. Dr. Balas explains exactly what he wants to do and why it is important for your dental health. Good practice!

Fantastic experience: Nice warm and welcoming office with excellent care! Dr. Balas has been taking care of me since the mid-1990s. My how time flies.

Fantastic experience: Absolutely a great dentist. He has been my dentist for 21 years!

Fantastic experience: I was a returning client. Everything went very well and I am very satisfied.

Fantastic experience: Very professional doctor and fantastic personel. Great experience. Kuba W.

Fantastic experience: I'm a new patient and was very impressed with how thorough they are. I know I'm in good hands.

Fantastic experience: Outstanding and very professional.

Fantastic experience: Promptly taken for my appt. Hygienist was very good-explained what she was going to do and carefully and thoroughly cleaned my teeth. Dentist gave a good checkup after cleaning. Office is very clean, staff are prof but friendly. A great dental experience.

Fantastic experience: I always feel that I am getting the best care here. Dr Balas is so knowledgeable. Ursula is so patient and gives the best advice about dental hygiene. My visit today was wonderful, as usual.

Fantastic experience: Excellent service. Warm and welcoming reception.

Fantastic experience: Friendly associates & professional service. Thorough in their evaluation & care.

Fantastic experience: As always, great care. Wonderful experience!!!

Negative experience: The dental hygienist was very nice and professional. However, I was not happy that there was about a 10 min delay. What the team needs to realize is tha that patients have work responsibilities to get back to. I had to rush back to work. Kindly see if your team can stick to the times as best you can. I realize maybe there are surprises that you don’t anticipate but yesterday, I didn’t see anything that would suggest there was an emergency before me.

Fantastic experience: Great group of people, nice cozy surroundings and atmosphere. The staff is always friendly and Dr. is always ready for a nice conversation.

Fantastic experience: Professional hygienist in every way and administrative staff very helpful ! Thank you !

Fantastic experience: Appreciated Balas wisdom treating Mom’s poor teeth. Staff Julie & Elaine are terrific

Fantastic experience: I used to dread the dentist, but Dr. Balas's team makes everything easy. They focus on prevention while providing helpful insight into my understanding of all my dental needs. The office staff is fantastic. Everyone is so friendly from the moment you walk in. It makes going to the dentist so much easier! The best care I’ve ever received. They genuinely care about your comfort and the quality of their work.

Fantastic experience: They treat you so well. Entire office are good people

Fantastic experience: Dr. Balas and his staff provide excellent dental care. In addition to outstanding expertise, it is a very friendly and caring office. I would highly recommend Dr. Balas and his staff.

Fantastic experience: VERY professional and friendly! Dr Balas is the BEST dentist and has an amazing staff. Our drive in from Indiana is worth the trip

Fantastic experience: My cleaning today by Ursula was one of the best I ever had. Thank you Ursula.

Fantastic experience: Dr Balas is the best dentist I've had in the past 50 yrs. I wish I had run across him sooner.

Fantastic experience: Great care taken in taking X-rays and cleaning my teeth. Joanna even brought me a neck pillow to make me more comfortable. Dr Balas is thorough with checking the trouble spots I have. Everyone is very hospitable and kind. Thank you!

Fantastic experience: I have been a patient of this office for more than 10 years. The professionalism, quality of care, and compassion of Drs Balas and Smith and all members of their team are beyond compare. Truly exceptional!

Fantastic experience: My dentists are well organized, professional, and responsive. They will take great care of you. I recommend them without reservation of any kind.

Fantastic experience: We wouldn't go anywhere else for our dental care! The staff is very professional and very attentive. Our family has been coming to Dr. Balas for over 35 years and will continue to do so.

Fantastic experience: Dr. Balas and Ursula, my hygienist are A#1. Excellent care every visit.

Fantastic experience: Awesome as usual. Been a patient for 20 years.

Fantastic experience: Wonderful experience every time Ursula is the best!

Fantastic experience: It was my first day as a new patient. Dr. Gary took a lot of time analyzing my teeth and mouth so he understands how to maintain and improve my mouth health going forward. I was impressed. He even did a little grinding and polishing procedure to balance my bite and my mouth already feels better. Glad I decided to go there!

Fantastic experience: Dr Balas’s office is an excellent place for your dental work. The staff is very friendly and extremely capable. My hygienist, Ursula is outstanding and does the best job I’ve ever Had cleaning my teeth. Her caring for her patient is excellent.

Fantastic experience: Dr Balas and his staff are amazing. My dental hygienist was so kind, friendly and professional. The front desk is always helpful and greets you with a smile. I highly recommend Dr Balas and his team.

Fantastic experience: Always a pleasant experience at Dr. Balas.

Fantastic experience: Friendly, professional staff and atmosphere.

Fantastic experience: It was great. Dr. Balas was on time and was very professional. Very happy and highly recommend the practice.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been going to Dr. Balas’s office for close to a decade now. I always receive very friendly, thoughtful and meticulous dental care.

Fantastic experience: Family dentist for over 25 years! Kids went to see the dentists when 1st teeth were coming in. Fast foward and 23 year old now has a new mouthguard. We went through the move wiith Dr. Balas move from his downtown arlington office with 2 chairs to his 6 chair North Arlington Road office.

Fantastic experience: Excellent, patient-focused service!

Fantastic experience: As always getting a cleaning from Ursula was fantastic. I always feel so good after a visit with her. Very professional and goes up and beyond any hygienist I have ever had. Thank you

Fantastic experience: Very professional !!

Fantastic experience: My 6 month cleaning with Joanna was another great experience. She is very professional with a precise touch. Checking out at the front desk was really smooth with Julie delivering a promised follow up text within hours of my departure. GOOD JOB

Fantastic experience: My recent visit was just for a normal cleaning with Beth. Beth is always very professional and friendly. She is very good about explaining what she is doing and giving advice on how to improve my home oral care. I would recommend Dr. Balas and Beth to anyone looking for a dentist.

Fantastic experience: From the front desk , Joanna the hygienist and Dr.smith this is the best run and friendliest office I have ever been to

Fantastic experience: Dr. Smith squeezed us in for an emergency appointment when my 7 year old chipped an adult front tooth badly. She was incredibly kind and walked my nervous daughter through the repair the same day. Dr. Balas checked in on us, and we felt really well cared for the whole time! And the repair looks excellent. Thank you so much.

Fantastic experience: Friendly, professional and attentive people. I always have a great laugh when talking with Dr. Balas.

Fantastic experience: I've been a patient of Dr. Bayless and now also Dr.Smith for over 30 years... My son and daughter, my son in laws, grandchildren and step grandchildren all utilize this practice.... He is meticulous and an artisan when it comes to his workmanship.. The most painless injections that I have ever had… I have had 6 tooth extractions performed by Dr.Smith….was very impressed by how little pain was involved in the extractions themselves or in the days following… Her measurements for appliances to replace the teeth were spot on, and were comfortable, but she has continued to adjust the partial teeth to ensure continued comfort… I’ve had my teeth cleaned by all the hygienists and am currently seeing Ursula who does a fantastic job.. The office staff is wonderful, always friendly and able to accommodate my appointment and billing needs… I could’nt have a higher regard for a practice or professionals than this!

Fantastic experience: Very kind and helpful staff. They are wonderful. Comfortable welcoming atmosphere.

Fantastic experience: Great experience. On time professional service. Been with Dr. Balas for probably 32 years +/_

Fantastic experience: Always friendly and helpful staff. They really care for their patients.

Fantastic experience: Dr Balas and staff were wonderful again!

Fantastic experience: I just completed my '6 month checkup' with Dr. Balas and as I have continually experienced in past visits, the dental care he provided was exemplary. He takes the time to explain procedures and the health benefit resultant from his professional care. A special thank you also to his technician, Beth, who's skillsets reinforced the reason I will always keep 'Team Balas' as my dental service provider! See for yourself!

Fantastic experience: As a first time patient I was very happy with Dr. Balas, front desk staff and hygienist. Everyone was friendly and professional.

Fantastic experience: Joanna did a great job cleaning my teeth and took extra care around my new gum graft. Met Dr Smith who examined me. She seems be a very competent All the staff are very nice and helpful too

Fantastic experience: Friendly and caring staff

Fantastic experience: Very friendly, welcoming, and thorough but gentle. I have been struggling with neck pain and they were very sensitive to that and had a pillow to support my neck. And I love the lip gloss in the goody bag!

Fantastic experience: Staff is very friendly and provide quality dentistry!

Fantastic experience: Dr. Balas has been my dentist for over 25 years! I can't say enough good things about this dental office. The staff is incredibly friendly, the office is spotless.

Fantastic experience: Beth is professional, personable, welcoming, and assuring. Beth provides thoughtful suggestions to promote gum health. Easily, the best dental hygienist I have ever experienced.

Fantastic experience: Dr Balas and his staff always do a great job! Today was no different. They are always on time and take the necessary actions to do the job right, keeping safety at the forefront. Dr Balas explains what is being done and why. I wouldn’t go anywhere else.

Fantastic experience: Always a great experience going there. Urszula is so gentle and does an amazing job on my teeth. Dr Balas, Dr Smith and the staff are always pleasant and make you feel comfortable.

Fantastic experience: We’ve been going to Dr Balas for about 15 years now and he and his staff have been fantastic. They are thorough, personal and professional. They make you feel like family.

Fantastic experience: Great Staff.

Fantastic experience: Positive visit with courteous professional staff.

Fantastic experience: Our entire family has been going to Dr. Balas for many years. Dr. Balas and his entire staff are friendly, thorough and efficient. They’ve handled every aspect of our dental care whether it be routine or the not so fun dental work with care.

Fantastic experience: Love the entire team, from those at the front desk to the Doctor and his assistant. The care and advise was awesome. Thank you Dr. Balas and staff.

Fantastic experience: Both Dr. Smith and Dr. Balas are great. Joanna is wonderful as well. All who work in this office are accommodating and thorough. Thank you!

Fantastic experience: This Dental office is always filled with happy, friendly, and competent people. I'm never anxious about any procedure I may have to have, because I have learned over and over again that I'm in excellent hands, with people who are highly skilled and committed to my well being.

Fantastic experience: I have been a long time patient of Gary Balas. Dr Balas is the best. Always caring and honest. His staff is second to none. They are always kind and welcoming. It feels like family.

Fantastic experience: Always a pleasure getting my teeth cared for by Dr Gary. The staff is amazing always friendly and helpful. Thank you for all you do and your care Julie

Fantastic experience: Long time patient, the staff has always been fantastic.

Fantastic experience: I have been going to Dr. Balas for over 20 years now. He is wonderful and all of his staff are very professional and very kind. I would highly recommend this office to everyone!

Fantastic experience: Fabulous dentist! And also a very nice person :) I would give Dr Balas and his staff 10 stars if I could.

Fantastic experience: Fantastic staff and the Dentists are among the best! They truly care for patients at this practice.

Fantastic experience: Great office and a very professional team! Amazing care and quality work!

Fantastic experience: Great as always. Everything explained in detail. Very thorough.

Fantastic experience: Friendly. Covers everything. Listens. Great service. Explains well.

Fantastic experience: Cracked a tooth and Dr Gary got me in and fixed it right away. Great experience as always. Such an amazing staff.

Fantastic experience: Dr Balas is an excellent dentist. His work is outstanding. I would recommend him to anyone having any dental issues.

Fantastic experience: So many reviews talk about this friendly and welcoming staff and it is absolutely true. I immediately felt that I was in the right place. I have lots of existing dental issues and I’ve been desperate to find help. I met with Dr Balas for a consultation and I’m still blown away by it. He was so thorough, kind, professional. There was no rush. It was so comprehensive and this was our 1st appt. He has that ability to be clear and informative and instructional so finally I understand what’s happening with me & my teeth. I am sorry i didn’t find him years ago. I recommend highly! Don’t hesitate!

Fantastic experience: Best Dentist in Arlington Hts, caring, conscientious, great support staff.

Fantastic experience: Excellent care, compassionate, friendly, staff and Doctor. On time too!

Fantastic experience: Excellent experience overall. Very pleased with my treatment plan and the outcome. All the staff are very friendly and professional.

Fantastic experience: As always, total care. All info and care is expertlyand caringly given.