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Welcome to The Oaks Dental Center, Ltd.
Thanks for visiting our web-page. We are a full service family oriented dental office and we offer as wide a range of services as possible. From, regular hygiene checkups to implants, crowns & bridges, dentures, braces, veneers, and Invisalign, we do it all. Our focus is on disease prevention. We also have a network of specialists, who consult on your case when needed. When it's best for you, we'll send you to them. We work for you and we always have your best interest. We value your time and we do our best to keep your appointments on time. We provide high quality adult cosmetic dentistry. We use the latest technology and the finest labs for our work. You deserve the best and we are there for you.
Look forward to seeing you soon.
Agnes Kumar DDS
About Us
About The Oaks Dental Center, Ltd.
We've been in business since 1992 and our goal has always been to make you look and feel your best through excellent dental care. Your needs and concerns are most important to us. That's why our practice is designed to provide you what you want: up-to-the minute dental technology that does not overlook personal care and concern. The doctor and her clinical staff are gentle and caring. We believe that in the root of many of the chronic problems lies the disharmony of the teeth, muscles and jaw joint. If you have had continuing problems, or it just doesn't feel right, the cause may involve your teeth.
At The Oaks Dental Center, we work directly for YOU and we always have your best interest in suggesting a treatment. We pride ourselves in providing excellent, personalized, quality dental care that will help you maintain a healthy beautiful smile for a lifetime! From digital X-rays to online registration, from 24-7 account access to online payment, from electronic medical/dental history update to electronic appointment confirmation, we have tried our best to make your interaction with our office convenient and environment friendly at the same time.
Our office setting, not only makes it a pleasure for us to come to work day after day, it's inviting and calming atmosphere will put you at ease as well. If you are more relaxed, it allows us time to do our job well, establish a relationship, and improve communication to give you the best of care. The country setting of our office creates an inviting atmosphere. Wing back chairs and a cozy fireplace welcome you, and a friendly smile puts you at ease the moment you arrive. We value your time! We don't keep you waiting and do our best to keep the appointments running on time. Our Wi-Fi hotspot lets you connect to the Internet and get your valuable work done while your loved ones are cared for by our caring team members.
We are an environmentally conscious office. With digital X-rays & images, electronic record-keeping, and online registration, etc., we strive hard to keep our carbon footprint to a minimum. Our HIPAA compliance is exemplary and we offer various financing options for your convenience.
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Services
Services @The Oaks Dental Center, Ltd.
We are a full service family oriented dental office and we offer as wide a range of services as possible. From, regular hygiene checkups to implants, crowns & bridges, dentures, braces, veneers, and Invisalign, we do it all. Our focus is on disease prevention. We also have a network of specialists, who consult on your case when needed. When it's best for you, we'll send you to them. We work for you and we always have your best interest. We value your time and we do our best to keep your appointments on time. We provide high quality adult cosmetic dentistry. We use the latest technology and the finest labs for our work. You deserve the best and we are there for you!Our office provides a variety of services
Invisalign straightens your teeth with a series of clear, virtually invisible custom-molded aligners. By using a series of clear, removable aligners, Invisalign straightens your teeth with results you'll notice sooner than you think. The course of treatment involves changing aligners approximately every two weeks, moving your teeth into straighter position step by step, until you have a more beautiful smile. And unlike braces, these clear aligners can be removed while you eat and brush your teeth as usual.king professional online.
A dental implant is an option to replace a missing tooth. In this procedure, a small titanium shaft is surgically implanted into the bone and allowed to set. The bone grows around it forming a tight connection, which additionally slows or stops the bone loss that occurs when the root of a natural tooth is missing. Once the implant is firmly set in the mouth, the dentist then works to attach the replacement tooth onto the top of the shaft. This permanent solution has the advantages over bridge work that it does not stress the surrounding teeth for support, and, should the tooth wear out, another can simply be replaced on the shaft.
Implants can also be used as support as part of an implant bridge. This is an alternative to partial dentures, and has several advantages. First, there is no adjustment period to acclimatize the patient who, once the work is done, only feels teeth, not metal supports intruding into the mouth. Second, this slows the bone loss occasioned by missing teeth. Third, there is no discomfort or difficulty in eating. And, best of all, of course, they don't have to be taken out all the time.
We also offer mini dental implants. These implants are about half the diameter of traditional implants are used mainly to stabilize lower dentures. These implants can be placed in one appointment and be immediately used. The cost is 50-70% of standard dental implants. Call for a free consult.
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This is the procedure of making teeth whiter, and therefore more attractive. Our office uses several methods: Zoom!, passive tray whitening, and professional strength white strips.
Zoom! is a revolutionary tooth whitening procedure. It's safe effective and fast, very fast. In just over an hour, your teeth will be dramatically whiter. The convenience of Zoom! in comparison to days of using strips or wearing trays makes it the perfect choice for the busy individual. The Zoom! Whitening procedure is simple. It begins with a short preparation to isolate your lips and gums. The clinician then applies the proprietary Zoom! whitening gel that is activated by a specially designed light. Teeth typically become at least six to ten shades whiter, sometimes more. A fluoride treatment completes the procedure. You'll be amazed with the results. In most cases, teeth get even whiter the first few days after the procedure. Trays with gel are recommended afterward for maximum whitening and maintenance.
The tray method involves having impressions taken from which laboratory fabricated custom vinyl trays are made. A carbamide peroxide gel is placed in these trays and the trays with gel are worn for about 3 hours, or overnight. The entire process takes 3-4 weeks of daily use. Three different strengths of gel may be used, however the higher the strength the greater the likelihood of reactions or tooth sensitivity. The tray method is recommended for badly stained teeth, such as tetracycline staining, and it may take several months of use to see significant color improvement. For maintenance of whitened teeth the trays should be used every several months.
The end results whether using trays at home or doing Zoom! is the same. The cost of the tray method is about half compared to Zoom!, and there is usually less post-treatment sensitivity.Click to add an engaging title. High quality images go a long way in looking professional online.
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In case of an emergency, please refer to the 'Dental Emergencies & Injuries' guide.
Our Team
Meet The Oaks Dental Center Team
Graduating in the top 15% of her Dental School class at University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Dr. Kumar was a commissioned officer in the US Navy where she served as a general dentist. Prior to going to Dental School, Dr. Kumar graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and Crystal Lake South High School. Dr. Kumar takes pride in her work providing utmost quality with great focus on patient comfort. She is passionate about beautiful teeth and healthy mouths. Dr. Kumar loves to restore a patient's confidence in their smile and restore a "needy" mouth to full oral health. To her, there is nothing more "professionally satisfying than to maintain one's adult teeth for a lifetime". Dr. Kumar has an excellent team that is dedicated to serving her patients. She is really proud of her team. Dr. Kumar believes that it is her team's "tireless enthusiasm, spontaneity, and drive to help others" that defines her practice and makes her patients feel so comfortable at Oaks Dental.
Dr. Kumar is married to Avatans, and they have a wonderful daughter, Adya (born 2002). When out of office, Dr. Kumar enjoys running, being a Mom and spending time with her family.
Hilary Brockman, RDH: Hygienist & Periodontal Therapist
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My name is Hilary, I am the Dental Hygienist here at The Oaks Dental Center. I joined the team in late 2010. I recently moved to Illinois from a small town in southwest Wisconsin. I attended the University of Wisconsin, Platteville for 2 years and later transferred to Madison where I completed my hygiene degree at Madison College.
Out of the office I enjoy traveling and doing outdoor activities. I am looking forward to working with people in the community, building relationships and educating and inspiring patients to embrace proper dental hygiene. I am happy to have found an office where I can share my philosophy in dentistry. Here, at The Oaks our actions match our promises, which allows us to provide the highest level of clinical care to our patients.
Monica Cutich, RDH: Hygienist & Periodontal Therapist
Hi,
I am Monica. I'm the newest member of the team. I joined the practice in 2018. I have been practicing dental hygiene for over 30 years in a variety of settings. I enjoy getting to know people and making them feel welcome.
Look forward to seeing you very soon!
Bozena Gebka, Clinical Coordinator
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NEW Patients
New Patient Registration @TheOaksDentalCenter
Your initial visit will include meeting with the doctor, examination of teeth, evaluation of existing dental work, a check of the health status of your gums, oral cancer screening and a full set of diagnostic x-rays. With digital X-rays and intra-oral camera tour, you will see your own teeth and the inside of your mouth magnified on a flat screen. You will be amazed!
We will talk about prevention of disease, proper treatment of current problems and possible enhancements to your smile. Together, we'll come up with an action plan clinically and financially to best meet your desires and needs for a healthy, beautiful smile for lifetime. If your treatment plan calls for a regular hygiene appointment, we will do just that. You'll love the way your teeth will feel.
Our office is currently accepting new patients. Please call our dedicated New Patient Line at 815.356.0030 to schedule your appointment.
New Patient Registration & Other Forms
We have made the new patient registration process easier for you. There are three sets of forms -- 1. Consent for Internet Communications, 2. Medical & Dental History Form, and 3. New Patient Registration Form. Please fill out these forms and SUBMIT them online prior to your first visit. With Online Registration, there is no paperwork (and hence less carbon footprint!) and you can do it at your own convenience. So when you arrive at your office, we can see you immediately and you can feel better about your contribution towards our environment at the same time!
Click here to fill out New Patient Registration forms online.
- Request for Release of Records to Us
- Request for Release of Records from Us
We accept most insurances and their assignments. As a courtesy and value-add to our esteemed patients, we submit all insurance claims and do any follow-up that is needed. We do as thorough research of your benefits as allowed by your insurance. We do our best to accurately inform you about your insurance benefits and payments. Our claims are submitted electronically to speed processing and minimize delay.
We are a fee for service dental practice. We work directly for our patients. We are not a 'Preferred Provider' for any insurance company. So when you come to our office, we service you directly. This helps us keep our patients' interests always ahead of any other considerations.
Payments are expected at the time of service. We accept cash, personal check, MasterCard, Visa, Discover and American Express. In addition, we will gladly arrange convenient payment plans and third party loans if needed.
If you have any questions about your insurance plans and payment options, give us a call. We will be happy to assist you.
(This section courtesy ADA)
What Does It Mean If a Dentist Is “In Network”?
Many dentists are “in network” with certain dental benefit plans. This means these dentists (also known as participating dentists) have signed a contract with the dental plan carrier agreeing to accept that plan’s set fees as payment for services. A part of the agreed-upon fee is paid by the carrier, and you often pay a portion of it with your deductible and co-insurance for the plan.
What Does It Mean If a Dentist Is Not “In Network”?
While dental plan carriers may encourage you to see a network dentist, your choice of dentist should depend more on how well the dentist fits your dental care needs than how it fits your dental plan. You may prefer a dentist that is not in your plan’s network.
Read your plan carefully to see if it restricts you to seeing a network dentist, and check with your preferred dentist’s office about how your plan would work with his or her office. Capitation programs (which include dental health maintenance organization (DHMO) plans) and some highly restrictive PPO plans (known as exclusive provider organization [EPO] plans) do not provide any benefit coverage for treatment by "non-participating" dentists. There are, however, plans that allow you the right and freedom to choose your own preferred dentist.
Financing Your Treatment
Financing you Treatment Plan
Contact Us
Contact The Oaks Dental Center, Ltd.
Contact Info
8600 US Highway 14, Suite 203
Crystal Lake IL 60012
(Just South of McHenry County College)
Phone: 815.356.0033
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Hours of Operation
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07:30 am - 03:30 pm