What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.98
Average wait time
4.87
Bedside manner
4.99
“Dr. Christian Pavel was very kind and instructive throughout my first visit! Glad to have a great dentist nearby!”
Zohaib F.December 2, 2025
“The best dentist I have ever been to. Clear communication and explanation with focusing on what’s the best for me as a patient. It felt that he really cared about me as a human being and what’s best for my health. Very smart dr who focus on preventive measures than aggressive treatment. He took his time analyzing and prioritizing my treatment plan, asked a lot of questions about my health to help him understand my needs and propose the best treatment plan. Most importantly, he listened ( active listening). I would definitely recommend him.”
Maha A.October 17, 2024
About Dr. Cristian Pavel
Dr. Cristian Pavel is a comprehensive wellness dentist, having completed specialty training to evaluate the mouth, jaw, head, and neck, and how these areas connect in harmony with the rest of the body. He specializes in treating jaw and neck pain as well as promoting overall health and wellness. Dr. Pavel earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Illinois, Chicago. In addition to his dental expertise, he is a certified yoga teacher and a Buteyko clinic breathwork practitioner.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Dental School - University of Illinois, Chicago, Doctor of Dental Surgery
Professional memberships
- The Pacific Aesthetic Continuum
- CEREC Study Club
Awards and publications
- Pacific Aesthetic Continuum certificate in advanced concepts in aesthetic dentistry
Languages spoken
- English
- Spanish
- Romanian
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1992112700
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.98
Wait time
4.87
Bedside manner
4.99
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Dr. Christian Pavel was very kind and instructive throughout my first visit! Glad to have a great dentist nearby!
December 2, 2025Zohaib F.Verified patient
Dr. Pavel(s) are TOTALLY talented individuals who I completely trust and would recommend them to any friend or family.
August 4, 2016Joanne F.Verified patient
Dr. Pavel was amazing. He made me feel very comfortable and was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful.
September 26, 2023Initials hidden
Dr. Cristian Pavel is very professional, friendly and very knowledgeable. He’s just amazing !
December 12, 2023Simona L.Verified patient
This was the best experience I’ve had at the dentist in a long time!! :) I’ll be coming back!
June 22, 2022Initials hidden
One of the most thorough dentists I have ever seen. So glad I switched to Dr Christian!
March 24, 2023Ronald K.Verified patient
Very professional and friendly in the same time. Cares about your health, not your money.
October 10, 2015Adrian R.Verified patient
experience was really good. I would offer others to know about this dentist.
October 13, 2021Aldarmaa J.Verified patient
Mr. Pavel is polite, friendly and professional. Very good experience overall.
September 8, 2015Adrian R.Verified patient
Very impressed! He was able to see me the same day I emailed about my pain.
March 1, 2016Daniela S.Verified patient
Very professional. Great staff. Cares about patient's comfort & well being.
More than 1 year agoRD
Very professional staff! I love this place for kind and gentle .
September 3, 2022Lidia P.Verified patient
I really like him. He is very nice person. I would recommend him.
March 30, 2018Mirela B.Verified patient
Im glad I found this dental office. Great work and great staff.
March 5, 2021Judy G.Verified patient
Professional. Using top of the line technologies. Patient caring.
January 27, 2016Initials hidden
The whole staff was very professional and friendly.
December 20, 2022Andrada C.Verified patient
Great! Very thorough and informative, and professional.
More than 1 year agoJD
The best dentist I have ever been to. Clear communication and explanation with focusing on what’s the best for me as a patient. It felt that he really cared about me as a human being and what’s best for my health. Very smart dr who focus on preventive measures than aggressive treatment. He took his time analyzing and prioritizing my treatment plan, asked a lot of questions about my health to help him understand my needs and propose the best treatment plan. Most importantly, he listened ( active listening). I would definitely recommend him.
October 17, 2024Maha A.Verified patient
I’m very happy that I chose Dr. Christian as my new dentist; the entire staff is friendly and professional, equipment is state of the art, and throughout my appointment I gained more confidence in knowing that I was in great care. Dr. Christian patiently listened to my concerns and answered my questions with knowledgeable and thorough answers, giving me a better understanding of the health of my teeth. The communication I received prior to the appt. from the friendly staff showed me that the office is very well organized and respectful of their patients and each other.
September 30, 2024Elizabeth Z.Verified patient
Dr. Christian is kind, helpful, and clearly communicates what he's doing and why. He also gave realistic care instructions and a practical treatment plan.
August 29, 2024Initials hidden
The entire experience, from the moment I walked in, was fantastic. The staff was friendly and efficient, and Dr. Cristian his excellent doctor, that was not only knowledgeable but also took the time to address all my questions and concerns. I left the clinic feeling confident in the care I received
August 1, 2024Yousef T.Verified patient
Couldn’t recommend Dr. Pavel more! His entire team was very professional, and this is the best my teeth have looked after a cleaning
April 25, 2024Caroline V.Verified patient
Great experience as always!
December 11, 2023Dan T.Verified patient
Cristian is so gentle, and very friendly..very fast and painless! I highly recommend this office! Modern and makes you very comfortable.
December 4, 2023Lara P.Verified patient
Dr. Cristian is an amazing an attentive dentist. He simplified the once complex process I was told by others to follow and gave me the results I needed. Even though, this incredibly beautiful place is out of my network, I’m going back. It was affordable for me, at least.
December 1, 2023Initials hidden
The dentist has always been one of the few medical practices that comes with a lot of fear. However, in coming to this office, I felt safe and comfortable as soon as I walked in. It felt like a genuine family establishment. I was offered water and books while I waited. Dr. Christian was excellent about communicating with me about every step of the process and some of the anatomical reasoning behind some challenges and dental issues I've had. He recommended some tools and resources for me moving forward and this is the most optimistic I've felt about my dental health. THANK YOU DR. CHRISTIAN and SMILE FIRST!
October 13, 2023Fannetta J.Verified patient
Very clean office, friendly staff, and Dr. Cristian is very caring. Offered a lot of advice and recommendations for maintaining dental health.
October 10, 2023Initials hidden
Dr. Cristian Pavel was very professional, pleasant and gentle with my teeth. His team was also very friendly. I highly recommend Dr. P.
September 26, 2023Initials hidden
Very professional.
August 15, 2023Angela G.Verified patient
Never had a great experience with dentists in the past but the moment I entered Smile First I felt welcomed and treated with kindness and respect. Dr. Pavel was present throughout my entire appointment where as some other offices will have assistants do bulk of the work. He also was very personable and helpful guiding me on what steps I need to take to restart my dental journey. I’m looking forward to my future appointments for the first time in a long time!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Cristian was very polite and had a great bed side manner, he listen very carefully and advised me the treatment accordingly.
More than 1 year agoAnila K.Verified patient
Dr. Pavel and his staff were very friendly, professional, and highly skilled. Dr. Pavel answered all of my questions patiently. Very modern and pristine environment.
June 20, 2023Peter M.Verified patient
This dentist is the best dentist I have had. He listened to my concerns and developed a treatment plan that works best for me and was completely honest with me.
May 28, 2023Jeremy W.Verified patient
I had an amazing first appointment. It was a perfect appointment for anyone fearful of dentists!
Excellent communication and plan of care established!
Office staff organized, friendly and very efficient.
May 2, 2023Sheila A.Verified patient
Great visit and experience with this dentistry practice. Staff was friendly and very thorough. I felt comfortable asking any questions I had
March 15, 2023Initials hidden
Great on everything…! ??
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Pavel and his staff were lovely and I was seen almost immediately for my dental cleaning. This was my first visit, and I have some weird bite issues I've ignored for years due to various barriers. Dr. Pavel worked with me to figure out what my biggest hurdles were for treatment and how to overcome them. I felt very taken care of and would recommend Dr. Pavel and their office to others!
March 7, 2023Molly H.Verified patient
Dr. Christian is very knowledgeable and his concern is about the overall welfare and longevity dental care has on the wellbeing of a person. I went to him with some serious dental issues and he treated the immediate needs. Highly recommend!
January 5, 2023Natalie D.Verified patient
Dr. Pavel is highly recommended!
November 22, 2022Natalie D.Verified patient
Really professional. Great job!
March 15, 2021Florentina J.Verified patient
awesome doctor..
October 8, 2019Lennie A.Verified patient
I was attended by Doctor eventhow I did not scheduled my appointment for one hour. My emergency problem was resolved immediately.
I recommend any one having emergency, please contact Dr. Cristian Pavel.
September 26, 2019Chandrakant S.Verified patient
I was very pleased with my first visit today with Dr. Christian Pavel. He answered all my questions and
made me feel comfortable as a first patient. The office staff and assistance were very professional. So glad I found him on Zocdoc.
June 20, 2019Joel D.Verified patient
Cris is incredibly professional, knowledgeable and passionate about dentistry. He is very thorough and attentive. I had my first cavity (sigh) and the filling was very gentle and not painful at all. I trust him with any and all dental procedures and am incredibly happy with the results. I recommend him to anyone looking for a dentist.
October 30, 2018Jamie D.Verified patient
Christian was kind and professional. Very helpful, clearly knowledgeable. Cares about the patient experience and provides full information allowing for a coherent decision to be made by patient. Would recommend to anyone.
April 25, 2018Tory M.Verified patient
He is a very knowledgeable dentist and really made my 3 year old feel comfortable and made it fun for him. A first time dental experience every mom dreads. I was very pleasantly surprised with how well my son did and how Dr. Pavel was able to keep my son engaged during the whole process.
March 14, 2018Teresa C.Verified patient
I finally find my dentist in Chicago , the entire team is professional, the atmosphere is great and welcoming in the entire place .
I will recommend them to all my friends and coworkers.
December 2, 2017Nadia O.Verified patient
The best dental visit I have had as an adult in my life. The entire staff is wonderful and made you feel cared for. There was virtually zero wait time, and the office is wonderful. I would highly reccomend.
October 31, 2017Devon R.Verified patient
Great dentist in every aspect!
October 19, 2017Cristian S.Verified patient
Awesome dentist and I would recommend Dr Cristian Pavel and his father Ille to anybody who needs a dentist. Cristian has brought huge technical advances in dentistry to the practice which to me are simply amazing. Great bedside manner vastly knowledgeable about current dental modalities
October 6, 2017Thomas H.Verified patient
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What practice does Dr. Cristian Pavel work with?
Dr. Cristian Pavel works with Smile First Dental Wellness.
Where is Dr. Cristian Pavel's office located?
Dr. Cristian Pavel's office is located at 6122 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60659.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Cristian Pavel?
Dr. Cristian Pavel frequently sees patients for Bridge, Dental Cleaning, Dental Consultation, New Patient Dental Exam (Adult), and Root Canal. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Cristian Pavel on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Cristian Pavel speak?
Dr. Cristian Pavel speaks English, Spanish, and Romanian.
How do patients rate Dr. Cristian Pavel in reviews?
182 patients have reviewed Dr. Cristian Pavel. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.98/5. They have a 4.99/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.87/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.