Doctor Ira Shapira, DDS Dentist in Highland Park, Illinois 60035

Name: Ira Shapira, DDS
Last name: Shapira
Gender: male
Began aesthetic medicine in: 1980
Years experience: 43
Primary Specialty: Dentist

Website: https://thinkbetterlife.com/

Business: Think Better Life a division of Chicagoland Dental Sleep Medicine
Address: 3500 Western Ave
Address suite: #101
Phone: (847) 813-7275
International phone number: +18478137275
City: Highland Park
State: Illinois
Zip Code: 60035
Country: US
Statement: Treatment of TMJ Disorders, Sleep Apnea, Snoring, Chronic Headaches and Migraines is the primary focus of my practice which incorporates dental implants and physiologic esthetic reconstructions. Dr Ira L Shapira is an expert on Growth and Development related to Sleep, Airways, Cosmetics and Anti-Aging Dentistry and Medicine. A healthy wide smile reflects the overall health of the patient . The DNA and MRNA appliances utilize Epigenetic Orthopedics and Pneumopedics to create full wide healthy smiles and improve airway and support of soft tissues of the face. Sphenopalatine Ganglion Blocks can treat Anxiety, pain and sympathetic overload.
I have been a Reviewer and Section Editor of CRANIO: The Journal of CranioMandibular and Sleep Practice for years and the Editor in Chief of CRANIO since 2022. I am the Dental Editor of Sleep and Health Journal.
I have been treating severe TMJ Disorders for the last 45 year utilizing Neuromuscular Dentistry.
In 1985 I became the first dentist in the United States to become an Assistant Professor in the Sleep Disorder Center of Rush Medical School. He was an Assistant Professor at Rush from 1985-1991 and returned from 1998-2001.
I am a founding member (1 of 20) of the Sleep Disorder Dental Society which later became the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, a founding member of DOSA, the Dental Organization for
Sleep apnea.
I have achieved Diplomate Status of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine and the Sleep and Breathing Association. I am a Fellow and Master of ICCMO, the International College of Craniomandibular Orthopedics. I have lectured internationally and across the US on Sleep disorders with a focus on Snoring and Sleep Apnea and on treatment of TMJ Disorders.
Dr Shapira utilizes Epigenetic Orthopedics with DNA and MRNA Appliance to grow larger airways and treat/ Sleep Apnea, TMJ Disorders and other issues.
He is currently Editor in Chief of CRANIO Journal the pre-eminent journal on TMJ Disorders and Dental Sleep Medicine and was previously Dental and Craniofacial Section Editor of CRANIO and was a reviewed for 20+ years.
Dr Shapira is President Elect of the American Section of ICCMO.

Ira L Shapira DDS, D,ABDSM, D,AAIPM, FICCMO, MICCMO
Editor in Chief: CRANIO..Journal of Craniomandibular and Sleep Practice.
Past Chair, Alliance of TMD Organizations
Diplomat, Academy of Integrative Pain Management
Diplomate, American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine
Diplomate, American Board Sleep and Breathing
Vice-President Regent, Master & Fellow, International College of CranioMandibular Orthopedics
Professor Neuromuscular Orthodontics and CranioMandibular Orthopedics University of Castellon
Dental Section Editor, Sleep & Health Journal
Past CranioFacial Pain Section Editor, CRANIO: Journal of Craniomandibular and Sleep Practice
Member, American Equilibration Society

Member, Academy of Applied Myofunctional Sciences
Member, Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
Life Member, American Dental Association

Consulting Fees: 325$
Consultation note: Varies 60-90 minutes.
Has Sponsored Offer : No
Clinical Privileges: 
  • Treatments performed in office
Education: 
  • Undergraduate: BS, Microbiology, Ohio State University
  • Dental: DDS, Loyola University Chicago
Postdoc Training: 
  • Fellowship: International College CranioMandibular Orthopedics (ICCMO)
  • Mastership: International College CranioMandibular Orthopedics (ICCMO)
GPS coordinates on map: 42.2160409,-87.820932

Ira Shapira, DDS

Primary location: 
Location name: Chicago
State: IL
Country: US
Map point: 41.8795,-87.6242981
Google plus: https://plus.google.com/b/107025446813421463497/107025446813421463497/posts
Treatments: 
  • All-on-4 Dental Implants
  • Botox for Migraines
  • Botox for TMJ
  • Braces
  • Clear Braces
  • Da Vinci Veneers
  • Dental Bonding
  • Dental Bone Graft
  • Dental Bridge
  • Dental Crown
  • Dental Implants
  • DNA Appliance
  • Gum Lift
  • Invisalign
  • Lumineers
  • Mini Dental Implants
  • Nonsurgical Facelift
  • Porcelain Veneers
  • Six Month Smiles
  • Smile Makeover
  • Snap-On Smile
  • Teeth Whitening
  • Tooth Repair
  • YAG Laser
  • Zoom Whitening

RealSelf Info

Awards: 
  • Professional Recognitions:
  • Chair, Alliance of TMD Organizations
  • Chair, Alliance of TMD Organizations
  • National and International Lecturer, ICCMO
  • National Lecturer, American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine
  • Author of chapter in Textbook of Anti-Aging Medicine
  • Award for lecture in Argentina, Development Pathways of TMJ and Sleep Apnea
  • Dental Editor, Sleep and Health Journal
  • Craniofacial Pain Editor, CRANIO Journal
Rating: 5.0
Profile views: 13145
Answer count: 2225
Review count: 3
5 star count: 3
Total star count: 3
Star rating: 2.9365390298238
Answer count last three months: 8
Photo and answer count last three months: 8
Lead count last three months: 2
Profile created: Jul 25, 2011
Profile modified: Nov 16, 2023
Profile photo modified: Nov 16, 2023
Profile promotion: No
Profile inactive: No
Premier status: Profile Plus
Tier: Pro
Linked url: https://www.delanydentalcare.com/ira_shapira.html
RealCare Promise: No
Directory link: Dentist
RealSelf’s PRO: Yes
Is Top Doctor: 1
Doctor Designation Start Time: Nov 17, 2023
Doctor Designation End Time: Feb 17, 2024

Locations

  • Barrington, IL, US. GPS coordinates: 42.1477,-88.12159729
  • Buffalo Grove, IL, US. GPS coordinates: 42.1718,-87.96510315
  • Chicago, IL, US. GPS coordinates: 41.8795,-87.6242981
  • Glenview, IL, US. GPS coordinates: 42.0787,-87.8164978
  • Highland Park, IL, US. GPS coordinates: 42.1817,-87.81060028
  • Lake Forest, IL, US. GPS coordinates: 42.2399,-87.86239624
  • Northbrook, IL, US. GPS coordinates: 42.1274,-87.83889771

Latest ratings of treatments

  • Dental Crown (Apr 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Orthognathic Surgery (Sep 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Braces (Mar 2018) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Braces (Mar 2018) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Braces (Mar 2018) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Braces (Nov -0001) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Porcelain Veneers (Mar 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Porcelain Veneers (Mar 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Cosmetic Dentistry (Mar 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Da Vinci Veneers (Sep 2015) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 3/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Da Vinci Veneers (Sep 2015) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 3/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Da Vinci Veneers (Sep 2015) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 3/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Da Vinci Veneers (Sep 2015) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 3/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Orthognathic Surgery (Aug 2015) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Sleep Apnea Treatment (Aug 2015) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Sleep Apnea Treatment (Aug 2015) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Dental Bonding (Feb 2015) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Dental Bonding (Feb 2015) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Dental Bonding (Feb 2015) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)

Latest Prices

Dental Crown Prices

  • $1245 – Apr 4, 2016 – Gurnee, IL

Da Vinci Veneers Prices

  • $16000 – Sep 21, 2015 – Highland Park, IL
  • $16000 – Sep 21, 2015 – Highland Park, IL
  • $16000 – Sep 21, 2015 – Highland Park, IL
  • $16000 – Sep 21, 2015 – Highland Park, IL

Dental Bonding Prices

  • $15000 – Feb 13, 2015 – Highland park
  • $15000 – Feb 13, 2015 – Highland park
  • $15000 – Feb 13, 2015 – Highland park

Doctor’s answers

Question
Answer Header & Date
Answer Snippet
Got Botox in masseters in Aug 2022 – why is my chin tiny now permanently?
Botox does not address the underlying issues: Suggest Evaluation by ICCMO Dentist who also does DNA Appliances.
Dec 22, 2023
I strongly suspect that the real issue is functional. I assume (need pictures) you have a narrow maxilla because of the deep nasla labial groove in the picture on the left.
This is usually due to not enoung ward tissue supporting the face.

Do you get headaches, facial pain, forward head posture and other issues?

Botox is a powerful (and sometimes dangerous) neurotoxin that can spread to second level neurons in the brain. Typically the effects last 3 months.

Did you get botox for…

Do you think it’s relatively safe to crown + veneer by central incisors?
Correct the Real Issue! Look into VIVOS DNA / MRNA Appliance to Epigenetically Grow (Expand) your Maxilla
Dec 22, 2023
You have an incredibly narrow maxilla and the best approach is maxillary expansion to turn your narrow “V” shaped maxilla into a wide “U” shape and expand the lower to make room for anterior teeth.

The best correction would be to correct the unerlying issue first and then correct the cosmetics permanently. Placing unbreakable zirconia crows will prevent breakage but may make other issues much worse.

When you smile I assume you have dark buccal corridors, ie the space between the back…

Can braces help my protruded philtrum/upper lip?
Maxillary Expansion with DNA Appliance
Dec 12, 2023
A narrow maxilla can create many issues. Expansion creates a wide “U” shape vs “V” shape jaw that causes protrusin.

Need a full wide smaile to see width but the deep nasal labial grooves usually occur from inadequate bony support.
Do you also get headaches or neck pain? TMD issues?

Invisalign or braces?
Narrow Maxilla is Orthopedic Problem: Conside Epigenetic Orthopedics with DNAppliance
Nov 17, 2023
Picture is inadequate but it appears you have a very narrow maxilla which is an orthopedic problem. I would suggest looking into Epigenetic Orthopedics to three dimensionally expand your maxilla to allow room for a full wide smile.
Will extracting top teeth narrow jaw?
Expansion with Epigenetic Orthopedics and DNA Appliance is your Answer.
Nov 10, 2023
Avoid amputating healthy teeth for crowding. The issue is an underdeveloped maxilla, not too many teeth.
There cn be multiple negatyive consequences from extraction, both cosmetic and medical
Is it possible to still be experiencing daily migraines since my botox injection?
Look into a Diagnostic Neuromuscular Orthotic for Headache and Migraine Relief
Nov 10, 2023
Almost 100% of migraines are Trigeminally Nerve innervated and correction of neural input can be life changing. A neuromuscular orthotic can correct improper jaw position and muscle function, the most common cause of headaches and migraines.
The Maxillary Division of the Trigeminal Nerve has the Sphenopalatine Ganglion attached and anaestheti applied by patients the the Pterygopalatine fossa can often give almost immediate relief of migraines, headaches and facial pain. Google SASPGB to…
Braces without tooth extraction for bimaxillary protrusion – is it possible?
Braces Move Teeth in Available Bone: Consider DNA Appliance and Epigenetic Orthopedics
Nov 10, 2023
Orthopedic Expansion of the maxillar with the DNA Appliance will correct your issues, give you a full wide smile and improve your airway.

Always avoid Retrusion orthodontics with Four on the Floor Extractions which can result in negative changes to your face and airway and numerous negative secondary results.

Last updated on 12/25/2023