326 W Illinois St Chicago, IL 60654
Serving River North, River West, Fulton River District, Loop
Monday | 11AM – 7PM |
Tuesday | 8AM –4PM |
Wednesday | 8AM – 5PM |
Thursday | 11AM – 7PM |
Friday | 8AM – 2PM |
Weekends | Closed |
“I feel a moral obligation to get the word out: Ora Dental is the best dentistry collaboration EVER. Absolutely everything from the boutique-y feel office space to the exceptional people who work there is so extraordinary that I actually look forward to visits.”
– Robin, Beach Park, IL

Michelle Schwartz DDS
Education & Certification
Dr. Schwartz graduated from Tulane University in New Orleans before earning her dental degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago’s College of Dentistry. Following dental school, she worked at the UIC College of Dentistry in the oral medicine and diagnosis clinic and the Ryan White HIV clinic.
Dr. Schwartz stays up to date on advances in dental techniques and technologies with continuing education courses and has completed numerous postgraduate courses in restorative dentistry. She’s also certified in Invisalign® and is a member of the American Dental Association, the Illinois State Dental Society, and the Chicago Dental Society.
In her practice, Dr. Schwartz approaches dentistry holistically, caring for the whole person in addition to their smile. She believes that our health affects our bodies and vice versa, and seeks to optimize her patients’ well-being in all regards. She enjoys hearing her patients’ unique stories and experiences, and developing bonds that go beyond patient and provider. She’s most inspired by seeing patients post-treatment who learned to take pride in their dental health.
In her spare time, Dr. Schwartz enjoys traveling with her husband and reading biographies. She has three border collies and competes with them in agility.
Your River North Dentist
Looking for an experienced and trusted Chicago River North dentist? Dr. Schwartz and ORA offer top-tier dental care in the heart of Chicago’s River North neighborhood. With a team of experienced dentists and state-of-the-art technology, we provide personalized treatment in a comfortable, modern setting. Book your appointment today and experience why ORA is the preferred choice for patients in Chicago’s River North community.
Services
Preventive Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Teeth Whitening
Invisalign







We Accept Insurance
We accept all PPO dental plans and participate with most major insurance companies. As our valued patient, we will handle the necessary paperwork to file insurance claims on your behalf. You are responsible to pay any estimated co-payments. The insurance company will process the claim and then pay the remainder of the bill. If you owe a copayment for treatment, this will be explained to you at your appointment.
Financial Options
Dental care is an excellent long-term investment in your overall health, well-being and appearance. We are sensitive to the fact that different people have different financial needs, so we provide various ways to pay your bill. We accept payment by cash, check, or credit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover).
CareCredit Financing
We’ve partnered with CareCredit to provide smart, affordable and worry-free financing to our patients. With CareCredit, you can make convenient, low-monthly payments to pay for treatment. Now, you can get the dental care you want, when you want it.
Applying for CareCredit is easy! With three simple steps, including an instant approval process, you can say goodbye to the waiting time and get dental care sooner. Apply now and receive a determination in just minutes.
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