Dr. Richard N Facko, DDS

Pediatric Dentistry

NPI: 1487977765

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Contact Information

Address

6446 W 127TH ST
Palos Heights, IL 60463

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Practice Details

Accepting new patients

Languages

English

Patient Rating

5.0/ 5.0(1,139 reviews)

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About This Provider

Dr. Richard Facko is a board-certified pediatric dentist with 16 years of experience treating children in Palos Heights. He specializes in working with children who have special needs and helps kids feel calm and comfortable during their dental visits. Dr. Facko earned a Master of Science degree and completed a two-year pediatric dentistry residency, making him an expert in caring for young patients. He believes in treating every child the way he would want his own children treated, and he takes time to talk with parents about the best treatment options for their family. Dr. Facko is actively involved in his community, serves on the Board of Education, and loves spending time outdoors with his family through biking, hiking, and coaching youth hockey.

Specialties

Education & Training

  • Indiana University — Undergraduate School (2005)
  • University Of Illinois At Chicago / College Of Dentistry — Residency Hospital (2012)
  • Indiana University School Of Medicine — Undergraduate School (2005)
  • University of Illinois - Chicago, MS (Master of Science)
  • Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry (two-year residency with dental school and UIC hospital)
  • University of Illinois - Chicago, DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery)
  • Indiana University - Bloomington, BA in Biochemistry

Board Certifications

  • Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry (ABPD)
  • Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD)
What does Board Certified mean?

Credential: DDS

NPI registered: 03/01/2010

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Areas of Focus

Pediatric dentistryTreatment of children with special needsReducing dental anxiety in children

Professional Memberships

  • American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD)

Beyond the Office

Board President of GiGi's Playhouse - Tinley Park

Board of Education member for Palos 128

Coaches three of his children's youth hockey teams

Has ridden his bike across Iowa three times and hopes to ride with his children next summer

Maintains a large garden where he grows fresh fruits and vegetables

Enjoys riding his bike, hiking with his wife and kids, running with friends, and reading both fiction and non-fiction

Has four children: Lexie, Rich, Marie, and Annie

His youngest daughter, Annie, was born with Down syndrome and has profoundly shaped his worldview

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Dr. Richard N Facko, DDS - Pediatric Dentistry - Palos Heights, IL