Dr. James O'Brien, DDS, Chicago, IL | Dentist

About Dr. James O'Brien

Dr. Skylar O’Brien, a recent Chicago transplant from Louisiana, has had his sights set on dentistry since childhood—documented as early as his second-grade “What do you want to be?” yearbook entry. With a clear sense of purpose, he graduated as Salutatorian of his high school class before attending Northwestern State University of Louisiana. There, he majored in Biology with a concentration in Biomedical Sciences and minored in Chemistry. During his time at NSU, Dr. Skylar worked to make dentistry more collaborative within healthcare by re-establishing the university’s long-standing Pre-Dental Society and advocating for dentistry’s role in overall health across departments. He earned his dental degree from LSU School of Dentistry, where he began treating patients early in his training. While LSUSD emphasizes precise, empathetic patient care, it also provides a strong clinical foundation. Dr. Skylar looks back on his time there with deep appreciation for the mentors and values that shaped his approach to dentistry. Beyond clinical expertise, Dr. Skylar is committed to connecting with patients on a personal level. Raised in rural Louisiana, he developed a patient-centered perspective grounded in listening and empathy. He believes that when patients feel understood and supported, they are more likely to take an active role in their oral health. Growing up in a close-knit community—where patients were often neighbors or even family—naturally shaped his approach to care, treating every patient with the same attentiveness and compassion.

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Popular visit reasons

Bad breath/Halitosis

Bleeding Gums

Bridge

Cracked Tooth Repair

Dental Cleaning

Dental Consultation

Pediatric Dentist Consultation

Root Canal

Bad breath/Halitosis

Bleeding Gums

Bridge

Cracked Tooth Repair

Office location

Dental Group of Chicago / Bloomingdale / EGP

1556 S Michigan Ave, Ste 200, Chicago, IL 60605

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Education and background

Practice names

Dental Group of Chicago/Bloomingdale/EGP

Education and training

Dental School - Louisiana State University School of Dentistry, Doctor of Dental Surgery

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1447093729

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What practice does Dr. James O'Brien work with?

Dr. James O'Brien works with Dental Group of Chicago/Bloomingdale/EGP.

Where is Dr. James O'Brien's office located?

Dr. James O'Brien's office is located at 1556 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. James O'Brien?

Dr. James O'Brien frequently sees patients for Bridge, Dental Cleaning, Dental Consultation, Pediatric Dentist Consultation, and Root Canal. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. James O'Brien on their profile.