Julianne Carrara, DMD, MS

Great Dentist I saw her Jan. 27, 2016. She has a great personality, I loved the Vaseline it was great too. She’s one of the few true no pain Dentists. It was a great experience. If I need another root canal I’ll being seeing her.

Had a great visit with Dr. Carrara. She is such a great doctor. She took so much time with me and was very professional. She explained everything concerning my problem and gave me choices for treatment. Her staff at the office was wonderful. Very caring and kind. I would recommend Dr. Carrara to anyone I know. Outstanding service!

Every aspect of my experience was first class. I can’t imagine a more equipped office (amazing technology) and capable/​pleasant staff. As delightful as a root canal can be :)

Unprofessional, rude and horrible customer service.
I called to ask if they accept Vital Savings by Aetna which is a dental discount card. The rude lady on the phone spoke with such attitude and asked about my Aetna health insurance. I stated I’m not using my Heath insurance but simply a discount card. And she scolded me over the phone like a child.
Then constantly complained to me about crying kids that are in the office. She does not take the customers seriously and takes out her frustrations on them. Obviously I was appalled by how she was speaking to me. Towards the end she raised her voice and started yelling over the phone. Asking whether I need a root canal or not?
I should’ve hung up when she was complaining about the kids of her customers right next to them to me. Zero respect.

Dr. Reis was fantastic! Great manner, took the time to answer all my questions and was super awesome despite the length of the procedure I needed to have done.

Just saw Dr Josh Ries for a root canal, and it was the most pleasant experience I’ve ever had while having a dreaded root canal. Other than the normal initial numbing shots hurting, the whole rest of the time didn’t hurt at all. He explained everything to me, let me listen to my music on my headphones to help relax. He even showed me the nerve that was removed. Gentle and caring– everything you want in a stressful situation!

i could only go on friday’s, (was looking forward to meeting dr carrara) but DR REIS took care of me and he was awesome! great work, no pain at all, only pain was the shot for the numbing and that was a pinch (im coming from having a phobia of densits too! took care of me as soon as i walked in at 8am. THANK YOU Unilocal and DR REIS

I think it is safe to say this was the best dental experience I have ever had! I had a root canal done today and was very stressed as to how it would go, thanks to the horror stories of yesteryear. I did not feel a thing during the entire procedure. The staff is the best there can be. The business has very relaxed environment that you can feel comfortable in. Dr. Carrara is a saint, professional and will make you feel like nothing was ever even done! There is a reason she has so many five star reviews!!! Don’t go anywhere else!

Julie is an exceptional dentist! I received a level of care and thorough explanation before, during and after my operation which I have never experienced before with any other dentist. You are in great hands with Julie and I cannot recommend her enough!

I LOVE Dr Carrara!!! Not only is she an awesome doctor, but she is an amazing person. I got a root canal and was able to go to work right after. Hardly any pain at all! Her staff is pretty wonderful too.

Dr. Carrara is an enthusiastic person and an excellent professional. She is fast, painless and thorough, although she definitely takes time to know you. She coordinated with me on following steps on my dental care after presenting me with all of the necessary medical information in a fast and interactive manner. Her office counts with the latest in technology I’ve seen in an endodontist’s office, and she provided me with a very detailed summary of what was done and what was left to do after every appointment via email. Dr. Carrara and her assistants are determined to make sure you leave the office with a big smile on your face. I’ll definitely come back for every other molar I need a root canal on.

Julie and her staff are the best. Prompt courteous and very professional. I’ve been coming here for some years now and would never go anywhere else. They are the best!

Dr. Carrara’s office was great! It’s not every day you get a root canal so walking into a new office can be intimidating. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. They made you feel at ease and relaxed. Dr Carrara herself was awesome! Very down to earth and friendly. Made you feel at home. She explained what was happening and why and made it clear what she would be doing next. Thank you for treating me Dr Carrara. Being referred to her was the best thing that happened to my teeth. Definitely recommend her to anyone looking for endodontic work.

I was so scared for my first root canal… but they scheduled me quickly, were so nice and friendly, and Dr. Carrara was THE BEST. She put me at ease, explained absolutely everything, was very conservative in her approach, and best of all, PRACTICALLY NO PAIN. The only pain I felt was a little bit from the anesthesia needle (which is really common with dental work, but hardly any considering how many shots she put in there)…but the rest of it was a BREEZE. She and her staff were so kind and courteous, they were so caring about my well-​being.
Not that I ever want to have another root canal… but if I need one, I am definitely going back to Dr. Carrara. I would recommend her to anyone!

Just got out of a root canal appointment with Dr. Patel. He was great! Very thorough, and explained everything. The staff is also very friendly and welcoming. So glad I went here!

Nov 2014
I had a root canal done over 10 years ago and needed a new crown. My regular dentist (gotta love Dental Works) saw something alarming on the x-​ray and wanted a second opinion before proceeding with a new crown.
He gave me a referral to Dr. Carrara office, which is located in Lincoln Park. I dreaded the parking but it really wasn’t that bad. I was able to find parking a block or so away (need the exercise). Once in the office, I was greeted by her warm and friendly staff – AWESOME!
Dr. Carrara quickly discovered the crown was loose and saliva was seeping in which, cause an infection/​bacteria. The entire process was very easy breezy. I HATE needles (JESUS TAKE THE WHEEL!!!) but she made it painless. The process took less than 90 mins (I didn’t have to run out and feed the meter). I paid my balance, got my prescription and scooted out of there. To my surprise, I got a follow up call from her staff – COOL BEANS!
JAN 2015
I really thought, I was DONE with all my dental work – WRONG! I’ve been having pain on the right side of my mouth (the opposite side). I just had a few fillings replaced over the summer. I just KNEW it had to be that – WRONG AGAIN!
I was back in Dr. Carrara chair. She quickly discovered (through x-​rays and process of elimination), I needed another root canal – GREAT! Two root canals in two months-​GOD MUST LOVE ME!
This time around was quicker and much easier. I knew what to expect. I actually dozed off during the process. She serenade me (I was listening to music) and she remembered the small things I mention from the previous visit (Nov 2014).
Side note: My appointment was last minute (I called the day of) but most of all it was very nice of Dr. Carrara and her staff to stay late to take care of her last client (ME). ;-)

Absolutely wonderful experience! Dr. Patel saw me with very short notice and in extreme pain. He was patient,
Kind, professional and all around, awesome. He even called me the next day to see how I was doing after he completed the root canal. I cannot say enough about what a great team they have at this office! Dora, the administrative guru was awesome — she was so helpful getting all of the necessary paperwork from the referring dentist and she made me feel very comfortable at the office. I would recommend Dr. Patel and his team to anyone and everyone! Root canals are not fun, but this office made it a good experience!

Where do i begin…
Dr. Julie and her staff are the best, she’s telling you everything she is doing while she’s doing it! My first visit with her was an emergency and she totally kept me at ease. So happy Dr. Gehrig recommended her!

I don’t know how else to explain my experience today with Dr. Carrara and her staff, other than to jump in joy!
Long story short, I have neglected regular dentist visits for years due to a really awful experience once during a root canal where I felt pain that I cannot even begin to express. The doctor also told me «it would go away» and needless to say it didn’t, so I sat through a process in pain for an hour. So that scarred me.
I have been working with my regular dentist and he referred me to Dr. Carrara for a root canal very quickly as I was experiencing pain. So of course I became more nervous as my last root canal still causes me nightmares.
The visit I had with Dr. Carrara was just that, a visit. She made me feel at home, got to know me, put me at ease, didn’t make me feel bad for having problems and did tests to make sure what the best way to move forward was. She had me laughing and relaxed in the dentist chair … which I still can’t believe.
She also listened to me when I said that anesthia usually doesn’t work too well on me and I usually require more than normal patients. She didn’t question it and merely said — we don’t want you to be in pain. She did everything she could to make sure this would be as comfortable as possible. And it was. After the initial pricking to numb me up — I had no pain during the procedure. NONE! NO PAIN!
She also explained what she was doing and was so very down to earth and likeable, as were her staff. The front desk attendant was awesome helping me out with my insurace and the assistant who took my x-​rays and assisted was personable and sweet.
While I was there the phone was ringing off the hook — and I can only believe this is because this was such an awesome place. I have scheduled my next appointment to get some more work done for next week. To ensure that I don’t have pain between then Dr. Carrara provided me with some relief just in case it happens which I highly appreciate. Currently its a few hours after the operation and I feel fine, relieved, and so very happy I am now one of her patients.

Dr Carrara is a friggin’ wizard. a teeth wizard!
I went in for a root canal as referred by my primary dentist. I was already nervous as the appointment was approaching as this was to be my first specialized dental procedure. not only was the procedure completely painless, I had very little discomfort afterwards and what soreness I did have cleared up in a day. I’d asked her if she could take a look at another tooth which had been causing me problems just days prior. not only did she discover another bad tooth, but when I was roiling in pain two days later she was more than accommodating in getting me in that very same day. …even though she had to get to the airport!
to top it all off, she’s a hoot to talk to & her assistants are also terrific. I really can’t recommend her enough!