Convenient Access from Buffalo Grove
Lake Cook Road does most of the work on the 17-minute drive from Buffalo Grove to Skale Dental Professionals. Our office is on Meadow Road in Northbrook, and the Skale family has run it since 1984. Parents looking for a dentist in Buffalo Grove, IL who understands youth sports, braces-age teens and busy work weeks will find all of that care in one place.
Begin at Village Hall, 50 Raupp Boulevard, and follow Raupp to Lake Cook Road. Turn east and stay on Lake Cook for about 6.1 miles, crossing Milwaukee Avenue along the way. At Pfingsten Road, head south for roughly 1.5 miles, then go east on Cherry Lane for about a mile to Meadow Road. Turn onto Meadow and you will find us at 1300 Meadow Rd Ste 200, Northbrook, IL 60062, between Cherry Lane and Shermer Road, 8.9 miles in all.
Before you leave, save our location on Google Maps so the last few turns are easy. Families in Wheeling and Riverwoods follow the same Lake Cook Road corridor to reach us. Lake Cook Road slows noticeably at rush hour, so leave a little extra time then.
A Dental Home That Keeps Pace with Buffalo Grove Families
Buffalo Grove takes its name from the English translation of the Potawatomi name for Buffalo Creek. For a long stretch it was a small community of dairy farms, and when it incorporated in 1958 it had only 164 residents. Postwar subdivisions changed all that, and today the village is home to more than 43,000 people.
About three-quarters of the village lies in Lake County, while the southern quarter below Lake Cook Road, including Village Hall, belongs to Cook County. Long Grove sits to the west and Vernon Hills to the north. Because Lake Cook Road runs right along that dividing line, it is also the most direct path east to our office.
Nearly a quarter of residents are under 18, and that shows in the calendar. Practices, tournaments and Buffalo Grove Days each September at Mike Rylko Community Park keep the calendar full. We keep the office open until 6 PM on Tuesdays so kids and parents can fit a checkup around everything else. Commuting is part of the picture too, since the village's Metra station was the busiest stop on the North Central Service in 2018.
The Raupp Museum, run by the park district on land the Raupp brothers donated, shows what the village looked like before the subdivisions arrived. Visit the Raupp Museum page for exhibits such as its 1890s farmhouse porch and old-fashioned general store.
Growing Smiles in Buffalo Grove: What Parents Should Know
Village schools split along the county line. Lake County children usually attend Aptakisic-Tripp District 102, Lincolnshire-Prairie View District 103 or Kildeer Countryside District 96 before moving on to Stevenson High School. Cook County students go through Wheeling District 21 and then Buffalo Grove High School.
Whichever path your child follows, the dental priorities are similar. Six-year molars and twelve-year molars arrive with deep grooves that trap food. A professional fluoride treatment at checkups strengthens enamel during those years, when snacks between activities are constant.
Sports raise a different set of risks. Willow Stream Park, the village's largest at 54 acres, hosts ball fields and bike paths, and the youth leagues stay busy from spring to fall. A custom-fitted sports mouthguard protects front teeth far better than a store-bought version and is comfortable enough that kids actually wear it.
Teenagers bring their own concerns, from crowded teeth to wisdom teeth to the first stirrings of gum inflammation. Parents in their 40s often notice worn enamel from clenching or a crown that has started to fail. A single office that tracks the whole household helps us spot patterns, such as several family members grinding at night.
A young child's first visit here is short and low-key. We count teeth, check the bite, polish and let your child try out the chair before anything else. Building that comfort early pays off when bigger appointments come along later.
Services for Households Weighing a Dentist in Buffalo Grove, IL
Family Dentistry
Children, teens and parents are all welcome. Cleanings, exams and growth checks keep everyone on schedule, and siblings can be booked together. One team knows the whole family's history.
Emergency Dentistry
A collision on the field or a sudden toothache needs prompt attention. If a permanent tooth is knocked out, keep it moist and call right away. First-time patients pay $69 for an emergency exam and x-ray, and same-day emergency care is offered whenever possible.
Laser Dentistry
A diode soft-tissue laser lets us reshape gums or treat irritated tissue with little bleeding. It suits minor gum procedures for teens and adults alike. No scalpel is needed for many of these small fixes.
Invisalign®
Clear aligners straighten teeth without brackets that can cut lips during contact sports. Trays come out for games, meals and photos. Stevenson and Buffalo Grove High School students often prefer them to braces.
Restorative Dentistry
Cavities, cracks and worn teeth are repaired with tooth-colored fillings, onlays and crowns. Parents juggling their own dental needs can often finish treatment in fewer visits. We explain every option and its cost up front.
If a coach spots a chipped edge after practice, a quick photo and a call to the office help us judge how soon your child should be seen. Many small chips can be bonded smooth in a single visit, often with little or no drilling.
Meet Your Northbrook Dental Team
Dr. Darryl Skale belongs to the Academy of Sports Dentistry, which makes protecting young athletes a natural focus. Dr. Skale coached Northbrook youth soccer for years and entered the Northbrook Park District Hall of Fame in 2006. Memberships in the ADA and the Chicago Dental Society round out that experience.
Insurance & Financing
Cherry financing, in-house payment plans and family plans help households manage care for several people at once. Qualifying treatment can be financed at 0% interest, and larger plans may need only a low down payment. The team also checks your PPO benefits before any work begins, and Delta Dental Premier members benefit from our direct contract.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Skale Dental Professionals from Buffalo Grove, and how do I get there?
Our office is 8.9 miles from Village Hall, about a 17-minute drive. You take Lake Cook Road east, Pfingsten Road south and Cherry Lane east to Meadow Road. Many parents choosing a dentist in Buffalo Grove, IL like that the route is toll-free and stays on familiar roads for nearly the whole trip.
Can a Buffalo Grove teen's chipped front tooth be fixed with bonding?
Often, yes. Bonding uses tooth-colored composite to rebuild a small chip, and it is shaped and polished in one visit. It suits minor chips and gaps, while larger breaks may need a veneer or crown. The dentist checks the tooth and bite first, then explains which repair will hold up best for an active teen.
Can Buffalo Grove families book cleanings for several children at once?
Yes. Siblings can usually be scheduled back to back, so one trip covers everyone's cleaning and checkup. Tuesday appointments run until 6 PM for after-school visits, and Thursday mornings start at 8 AM. Families on the Cook County and Lake County sides of the village are equally welcome.
Does your team have experience with young athletes?
We do, often. Dr. Darryl Skale is a member of the Academy of Sports Dentistry and coached youth soccer for years, so the needs of players are familiar ground. We fit custom mouthguards, repair chipped teeth and see knocked-out tooth emergencies as quickly as we can.
Can families spread the cost of aligners for two teenagers at once?
Yes. Cherry financing and in-house payment plans let you divide larger bills into manageable payments, and some qualifying treatment carries 0% interest. Family plans are also available. The front desk reviews your insurance benefits first, then builds a payment schedule around whatever balance remains for each child.
Schedule Your Visit from Buffalo Grove
Parents comparing a dentist in Buffalo Grove, IL with a 17-minute drive to Northbrook can call 847-393-0163 to set up a first visit. Our areas we serve page covers every nearby community, and our Dentist Northbrook, IL homepage shares more about the practice.