Eric M Barnes, DDS
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Eric M Barnes, DDS
At Barnes by Braces, we provide a family-oriented and friendly orthodontic experience for the Chicagoland community. It's never too late to have a beautiful, healthy smile. We treat people of all ages with the most up-to-date orthodontic techniques and products to ensure our patients' complete satisfaction.

Contact our Chicago office to schedule your complementary orthodontic consultation. We are centrally located and offer convenient appointment times to fit into busy schedules, including hours on Saturdays. We look forward to meeting you and helping you achieve the smile you've always wanted. Serving Chicago, IL (Illinois) - Dr. Eric M. Barnes and Dr. Ashley Barnes are your orthodontic specialists, offering braces for children, teens, and adults.
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We recognize that all of our patients are unique and deserve to receive orthodontic care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding orthodontic experience every time you visit our practice.
Personalized Relationships - When you walk through our doors, you will immediately feel like part of our family. You'll be greeted with warm smiles and granted our full attention. Our friendly team loves getting to know you personally because we genuinely care about you as a unique individual. Your needs, concerns and desires come first, always.
I love being an orthodontist. Over the years, I have had the opportunity to meet so many wonderful people, and the friendships that I've built with my patients and their families are one in a million. It has always been my focus to make each patient feel at-home when they come to me for treatment and I work hard to give my patients the attention they deserve.
I am so passionate about working closely with people in my community. It excites me to have the ability to change our patients' smiles and see their confidence soar after they see their new smile. My goal each and every day is to give our patients the best care from the time they enter the practice until the time they leave.
Dr. Eric Barnes built a practice based on delivering great orthodontic care with a personal touch, and he is excited to have welcomed his daughter, Dr. Ashley Barnes, to join him in continuing his legacy of orthodontic excellence. Our father-daughter team of orthodontists understand the importance of family, and deliver a level of care they'd want for their own loved ones.
Reviews (8)
Blaire H.
Blaire H.
Oct 27, 2020
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This is a completely honest review. First, I am happy that I went to a black orthodontist. The team and staff are super friendly and knowledgeable. However, I am not able to get in for an appointment to get my braces tightened; often having to wait two months out to get serviced. This has caused me to have to pay out of pocket at other dental offices just to get basic maintenance or tightening, meanwhile, I am literally paying monthly for this. Unacceptable. If it was up to them, I would have my braces on for five years when I only need it for two.

I say go elsewhere, where you can actually get
YaTierra H.
YaTierra H.
May 06, 2019
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Started my braces here in 2008 when I was in 6th grade. I didn't even want braces but my parents made me get them. This office made me feel so comfortable. The lady at the front desk at the time had the biggest welcoming smile. I looked forward to every visit. Dr. Barnes promised me if I did my part which was wear my rubber bands that my braces would be off by the end of my senior year. He kept his promise. My braces were taken off in 2013 . My smile was and still is perfect . Even 6 years later now when my permanent retainer comes off they are generous enough to put it back on. While working
Kini J.
Kini J.
Apr 16, 2019
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Dr Eric Barnes and his daughter, Dr Ashley Barnes are the best! Everyone in the office is super friendly and polite. The office is fully staffed and visits are very quick. I would highly recommend Braces by Barnes for your Orthodontic needs.

Don't forget to say "Hi" to Sophie!
Quidra H.
Quidra H.
Mar 01, 2019
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Went in for my consultation, was immediately greeted with such warm hospitality. From the moment I started my exams staff was friendly, patient and pleasant. I met with the Daughter and we sat and chatted like I've known her already. Entire visit made my decision that I wanted to be apart of their success stories. I then decided a week later I'm no longer such for the orthodontist I found the perfect one deposit made! Look forward to my treatment with this caring team.

Chaquidra Harris
Bonnie H.
Bonnie H.
Jun 06, 2018
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I can not tell you the variation between the excellent orthodontics that I received from the doctors and technicians and the incompetence of the billing staff. I honestly started off well, and ended up beleaguered and having to file a complaint with Insurance Fraud. I was originally told that $2000 would be billed to insurance but I had to ask 7 times for my insurance to be billed and by the time it was billed, it was a year too late. So is customer service issue or an orthodontics issues? I currently have 17-month old brackets on my teeth as the Doctor has demanded his money, probably without
Camille H.
Camille H.
Jan 05, 2018
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The location was very convenient. I was treated like family (even ran into a childhood neighbor- small world!). Very optimistic about my dental health and alignment.
Jill D.
Jill D.
Nov 29, 2016
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Thank you so much! Dr. Ashley Barnes is an amazing orthodontist. I always get compliments about how straight and bright my teeth are- and it's all due to her. Definitely recommend Braces By Barnes!
Also, Sophie, their resident doggie in training is awesome. Woof!
Brittany B.
Brittany B.
Nov 21, 2014
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I came in for a ABSOLUTELY FREE CONSULTATION AND FREE X-RAYS to see how much Braves would cost. Needless to say without dental insurance the cost was $5600. A bit more than what I was quoted at other places a few years ago. The staff here is sooooo friendly and helpful. Super pleasant to talk to and understand with all my questions. If I don't find a cheaper prices for my braces than I would without a doubt come back here. Dr. Eric Barnes was super nice as well and taught me something new about my gums and teeth. The place is clean and smells great--can't say enough about the ambiance