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More than a name or tagline: Your “home” for truly pleasant, gentle, and welcoming dental care
There is no silver bullet for easing fears, anxiety, apprehension, or severe phobia associated with visiting the dentist’s office. The Pleasant Dental® team “gets you.” We appreciate and empathize. Our team in Dolton, Illinois, is also proud to say that we have created a warm, non-judgmental, inviting, and trusted environment that encourages open communication with patients.
Since anxieties and fears come in so many different forms of varying intensity, it is crucial for us to understand things like personal “triggers.” What can we do to help you, to get you feeling comfortable and less anxious, and back to visiting the dentist for the care you need to be happy and healthy?
Comfortable visits are on the horizon- trust us!
To remain true to our name, our kind and caring professionals do everything they can to ensure as comfortable of an experience as possible. We are a patient, genuinely caring, judgment-free “zone”! Regardless of your situation, needs, or how long it’s been since you’ve seen a dentist, this approach to care helps all patients by instilling trust and easing fears.
Our patients feel comfortable enough with us to share what makes them nervous, anxious, apprehensive, or fearful about visits. Then, we account for what they tell us when providing services and treatments. Again, every patient is unique and has different needs. So, these approaches can vary considerably from person to person and largely depend on factors such as the individual’s experiences with dentistry and their “triggers.” Knowing these things, we can work to avoid or minimize these sources of concern.
Additionally, we support truly pleasant dentistry by:
- Not rushing you through the process. We take our time. While efficient, we understand that a comfortable experience is not built on a revolving door of patients. Patients enjoy the personalized, unhurried attention that they deserve.
- Similarly, we take the time to explain what we are doing and why we are doing it at every stage of treatment. Many fears stem from the unknown. Patients may have outdated notions about dental care and misconceptions about certain procedures. So, delivering credible patient education can be empowering.
- Of course, how much information we provide and how we explain it is also based on factors such as the nature and severity of a patient’s anxieties, as well as the age of the patient.
- Since we emphasize open communication and transparency, patients know they can stop us during the service or treatment at any time. We encourage this; sometimes, patients just need to take a little break. Or, they may have a request or question for us. We aim to tailor everything to keep those concerns at bay and ensure the best experience from the time you enter the office until after you are home, and we are following up with you to ensure all is going great.
You have a friend in us. We welcome any questions you may have and need to hear about your concerns! Let’s hear from you. Call (708) 576-1900 to schedule an appointment at our Dolton, IL office today.
Dean Dietrich, DMD
Dr. Dean Dietrich has been practicing dentistry since 1986, when he received his Doctor of Dental Medicine from Southern Illinois University's School of Dental Medicine. He had completed his undergraduate studies in business marketing and management at Michigan State University from 1978 to 1982.He opened Pleasant Dental in 2003 to provide excellent dental care and value for his patients. He is especially skilled and experienced with root canals, implants, and handling dental anxiety.
Dr. Dietrich is a member of the American Dental Association, Illinois State Dental Society, Chicago Dental Society, and the Indian Dental Association. He is licensed in Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan and has orthodontic certification from the Academy of GP Orthodontics. Multiple agencies have recognized him annually as one of America’s Top Dentists.
Dr. Winnie Wilson
Dr. Winnie Wilson is a dedicated dentist with a rich background in general dentistry, particularly passionate about treating children. After completing her dentistry education in India, she earned her Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Dr. Gupta is committed to building meaningful relationships with families through exceptional care at Pleasant Dental. Her approach emphasizes trust and quality service. Outside the clinic, she enjoys biking, hiking, and exploring Chicago's diverse culinary scene, embodying a well-rounded and trustworthy professional dedicated to her patients' well-being.
