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Thank you so much for your question. I am so sorry that you have had such negative experiences with dentist in the past. Let's see what we can do to help you out for the future.
After talking with some of my colleagues, I have gathered a small (and sure not to be exhaustive) list of HIV-friendly dentists around Chicago.
To begin, Chicago Pride magazine lists the "Spang Center for Oral Health" as the Midwest's only dental center for people with HIV, AIDS or TB that provides care based on ability to pay. More information can be found here.
Also suggested by some of Howard Brown Health Center's Case Managers are:
Dental Profile at 4445 N Pulaski. Telephone: (773) 279-9977
Dr Glenn Ulfers at 3759 North Southport Avenue. Telephone: (773) 525-2606. Check out his website.
Lastly, a personal recommendation from an HIV-positive friend who loves his dentist is:
- Dr. Ramin Medhat.
55 East Washington Ste 3200
(312) 726-5205, website.
Dr. Medhat is located downtown and the Northwest side, involved in the community, and said to be "totally cool."
Be well,
Peter Pointers
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