Practice overview
Ganger Family Dentistry is a family-owned dental practice at 1858 W 35th St in McKinley Park, on Chicago’s South Side. It has served more than 3,000 families since 2018 and offers general, cosmetic, orthodontic (including Invisalign) and pediatric care, with same-day emergency appointments. The office is Spanish-speaking, and the team speaks English, Spanish, Hindi and Vietnamese. Free street parking is available and the 35th–Archer Orange Line stop is a short walk away.
Dentists
Dr. Urvi Ganger, lead dentist, earned her BS and DDS at Ohio State and completed a general practice residency at the University of Chicago; she provides general and cosmetic dentistry and Botox. Dr. Kapil Vij is a board-certified orthodontist who teaches dental residents at the University of Illinois. Dr. Christopher Nguyen (University of Virginia BS, Midwestern University MBS and DMD) focuses on root canals, oral surgery and implants. Dr. Mary Nguyen (University of Florida DMD) focuses on restorative dentistry and extractions and provides care in Vietnamese.
Care offered
Services include exams and cleanings, fillings, extractions, root canals, fluoride, sealants, pediatric dentistry, emergency dentistry, oral cancer screenings, IV sedation, wisdom teeth and oral surgery, TMJ treatment, sleep apnea appliances, nightguards and sports mouthguards. Cosmetic and restorative options include whitening, porcelain veneers, Lumineers, crowns, bridges, dental implants, dentures, braces, Invisalign, smile makeovers, bonding and Botox. The office uses digital X-rays, 3-D imaging and laser dentistry.
Insurance and languages
The practice accepts BCBS, Aetna, Humana, Cigna, Guardian, Delta Dental and United Healthcare and files claims for patients. It also offers low monthly payment plans and an in-house membership for patients without insurance. Languages: English, Spanish, Hindi and Vietnamese.
Hours and contact
Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 8am to 4pm, Tuesday 9am to 2pm, closed Friday to Sunday. Call or text (773) 247-5554 or email [email protected]. The practice says it is accepting new patients of all ages.