Dr. John Gordon, Jr. has been bossing around teeth and getting them in line since his graduation in 1987. He became an Associate Instructor at the International Association for Orthodontics in 1991, then a Senior Instructor just a few years later. He has also served as the Secretary and the President of the association and has taught orthodontic courses to hundreds of dentists throughout the United States and Canada.
Dr. Gordon is internationally known and has taught in the Philippines, Australia, India, and Canada. He also developed an Orthodontic Diagnostic software that is used worldwide. Dr. Gordon is excited about the opportunity to deliver state-of-the-art orthodontic treatments to patients at Ahoyt Family Dental. He looks forward to seeing you and your family.
At Ahoyt Family Dental, our commitment is to treat you as a guest in our home, so you can feel at ease in our care. We strive to provide excellent dental care in a friendly environment to the families of Plainfield, IL because every healthy body needs a healthy mouth. With leading-edge dental technologies and amenities designed around your comfort and convenience, our goal is to help you achieve and maintain a healthy, attractive smile. We look forward to getting to know you and developing a treatment plan that's tailored to your individual needs and goals.
Dr. Justin Ahoyt and his wife, Karen, were both raised in Plainfield and have fond memories of when it was just a small town. Now, they enjoy raising their family in their hometown as it continues to grow. Because of this history, it means a lot to Dr. Ahoyt to be serving the community of Plainfield.
Dr. Ahoyt believes in the power of healthy smiles to make positive differences in people's lives. In his personal life, Dr. Ahoyt enjoys spending time with his lovely wife, Karen, and their four children. He also likes music, reading, exercise, and nutrition.
Dr. Morrin joined AFD in 2012 and has enjoyed serving Plainfield and its neighboring communities over the years. Working alongside a great team, Dr. Morrin is eager to help patients achieve their goals and make a positive impact on their smiles and lives. He believes the reward for a job well done is the opportunity to do more and is grateful to our patients for their continued trust.
Prior to AFD, Dr. Morrin completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, graduating with honors. He then earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Indiana University, followed by completing an Advanced Education in General Dentistry program at the University of Florida. Dr. Morrin is a fellow in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. He is an active member of local study clubs and enjoys continued coursework to stay current as dentistry advances.
Dr. Feller was born and raised in a small town in Indiana, the size of what Plainfield once used to be. She attended Indiana University for her undergraduate education and kept the Hoosier spirit alive by receiving her dental degree in 2011 from Indiana University School of Dentistry. Afterwards, she completed a residency program at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago in 2012.
Outside of the office, Dr. Feller also loves spending time with her husband, her family in the Hoosier state, cooking, yoga/working out, watching and talking all sports (hockey has become her all time favorite! Go Blackhawks!)
Dr. John Gordon was born and raised in Colorado, but moved to Illinois in 1978 for college and dental school. Growing up in small Colorado communities, he aims for a positive hometown way of treating his patients. It means a lot to Dr. Gordon to be serving the community of Plainfield with outstanding dental care.
Dr. Gordon completed his undergraduate studies at Knox College in Galesburg, Illinois before going on to dental school. He attained his DMD degree (Doctor of Dental Medicine) from Southern Illinois School of Dental Medicine, and afterwards practiced general dentistry in Beardstown, Illinois for a few years before opening a successful practice in Plano, Illinois.
Participating in continuing education courses helps Dr. Gordon stay in line with the latest advancements in dentistry and orthodontics. It also aids him in building upon the services and expertise he is able to offer, such as TMJ and Sleep Apnea treatment. Dr. Gordon constantly seeks new ways to better treat his patients' oral health needs and enrich the lives of others through his dental knowledge and skills. Dr. Gordon believes in the power of healthy smiles to make positive differences in people's lives.
In his personal life, Dr. Gordon enjoys spending time with his children and working with charitable organizations. He also likes motorcycle riding, occasional unicycle riding, woodworking, camping, reading, and photography. He is also considered to be a Grill Master often cooking for our office and friends.
Dr. Tran grew up in Chicago, Illinois where she completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry at the University of Illinois at Chicago and Master of Science degree in Biotechnology at Rush University. She then pursued her Doctor in Dental Medicine training at Midwestern University in Illinois where she received the Award of Excellence in Patient Care.
Growing up, she has always had a terrible and traumatic dental experience. Being in the patients perspective, Dr. Tran personally understands the importance of meeting the right doctor who can properly diagnose, treat, and educate patients in oral health and overall wellness. Dr. Tran is committed to making a difference in the community. Her goal is to deliver a positive dental experience with an emphasis on comprehensive dental care, patient education, and comfort. She is a dedicated practitioner who commits to lifetime learning through evidence-based dentistry and continuing education courses to treat her patients with the latest knowledge and technology.
Dr. Tran is devoted to providing care for the underserved communities. She is an active member of community outreach programs. Recently, she completed a Dental Mission trip to the Dominican Republic to provide free restorative and surgical dental treatments to the citizens of Saman. In addition, she has also volunteered at the Mission of Mercy at Illinois to provide dental services to adults and children. She desires to continue her travels in hopes to deliver dental care locally and abroad. She is a member of the American Dental Association, the Illinois State Dental Society, the Chicago Dental Society, and the Academy of General Dentistry
Dental sealants are commonly placed on a childs adult molars, as soon as they erupt, in order to help prevent cavities. Sealants are a resin-based material that is applied to the chewing surface of a tooth.
Between the ages of two and four, most children will naturally stop sucking their fingers, thumbs, or other objects. When children continue these habits for a longer period of time, their teeth may be affected, resulting in the need for early orthodontic treatment.
Early childhood caries is the most common chronic childhood disease. It is defined as the presence of 1 or more decayed, missing or filled tooth surfaces in any primary (baby) tooth in a child under the age of 6 years old.
Dr. Feller is an active member of the American Academy of General Dentistry and dental study clubs that allow her to keep the advancement and trending topics of dentistry in the forefront. What Dr. Feller loves most about practicing in Plainfield is the families she has met, and the hometown feel, similar to where she grew up. She loves to build personal relationships with her patients all awhile helping them achieve goals with their oral health; and ultimately, their overall health.
Dr. Feller has 2 tiny humans of her own, both boys, whom she adores. Being a mother, she knows how incredibly busy and mostly chaotic life can be. She does not take the trust families give her in caring for their children lightly. She has a passion for treating children and firmly believes getting an early start and routine dental care for your children will make a difference in their life.
