Nowell E. Blecha DDS, LTD

Michaela Marks _{on Google}

Dec 16th, 2019

After months of different surgeons jerking me around, insurance problems (turning 26!), and astronomical estimates from other consultations, my primary care referred me to Dr. Blecha. I was in for my consultation and my surgery was two days later! If you really knew how much struggle I had went through to get my wisdom teeth out, you would realize how amazing that is and how accommodating and amazing him and his staff are! Dr. Jindali did my surgery and although Im still in the recovery process, so far so good! Everyone was really sweet and helpful and amazing and I would definitely recommend this office for those who are looking for a place to get their wisdom teeth removed or for any oral surgery you may need.

Nancy Landerson _{on Google}

Nov 21st, 2019

I had an excellent experience at Dr. Blecha's office today. I had been leary due to some negative reviews, but he was so nice, so patient, efficient and caring. His staff was upbeat, helpful, and pleasant. No one was rude and everything was explained very well to me before we even started. He was gentle and I did not have any pain during the oral surgery. I would recommend him to anyone.

Lance C. _{on Yelp}

Aug 23rd, 2020

I saw oral surgeon Jandali in Vernon Hills, IL at Deerpath Dental last Saturday for extraction of an erupted wisdom tooth.    The entire experience was pretty non-specific.  I thought it odd that a physician would walk into a procedure without offering even the most rudimentary salutation (Hello, I am Doctor Whomever and this is what will happen today") but such was the case with this guy.  Very minimal explanation, and, while I certainly could have asked any questions and  be relatively certain he'd answer, there was not a lot of affect there.  We've all heard stories about the "brilliant" clinician whose demeanor emulates that of a neglected and abused child, and I'll stop short of suggesting such was the case with this fellow on both accords ("brilliant" and "abused") but perhaps some remedial training on proper greeting and salutation when encountering an unschooled patient would go a long way in this instance.   The front office staff and dental assistant were very thoughtful.   This physician did what he was supposed  to do without much affect, patient empathy or concern, really and in the end that's what I needed to happen.   If you like vanilla, this is the OMFS for you.

Jackie O (Badass Extraordinaire) _{on Google}

Dec 12th, 2019

I saw Dr. Blecha on an emergency basis. I had a large hole on the inside of my cheek which was extremely swollen and a low-grade fever. At first he was somewhat kind, but condescending. After the "exam" (he looked in my mouth for a minute) he told me it was normal physically and that my issue was psychological so would not treat me. I was asking questions about it as we walked to the reception desk and, as I waited to check out, he began literally YELLING at me. Shocked, I left without checking out with the receptionist (who witnessed this). Afterwards, I noted that he improperly charged both my Medical AND Dental Insurances for his "exam" and had to let both companies know. He ended up owing them money back for improper/double billing. When I called seeking an apology for all of this, I was placed on speaker phone and again yelled at AND threatened by him and his staff (said they would write negatives in my chart and also start a "case" against me). The receptionist who witnessed the yelling by Dr. Blecha had previously admitted to seeing it during a private phone conversation, but in this speaker phone call, it was obvious that she was being coached or "forced" into saying she didn't witness it. Months passed and I developed other symptoms in addition to the swollen face, etc. but I dared not seek treatment. Finally, my GP directed me to the ER where I received IV antibiotics and 21 days of oral antibiotics for a severe, chronic parotid gland (salivary gland) and lymph node infection. This diagnosis is easy-peasy for a pro like Blecha--either he is incompetent or is cruel and careless. Per the positive reviews here, I don't believe he is incompetent. I gave one star for getting me in on an emergency basis and 1 star for him being nice at first. Buyer beware. PLEASE get a second opinion and WATCH YOUR BILLING!!!