Outside the office, Brenna enjoys spending time with her husband and family. She can be found reading, knitting, working out and watching movies. Music is a huge part of her life and you will always hear music, especially Jazz, playing at her house!
Kara has been working in the dental field since 2002. She graduated from Agawam High School and earned a certificate from Porter and Chester Institute for Dental Assisting. She enjoys working with a team that provides the highest level of dental care and strives to make every patient comfortable and at ease.
Jeyni has been working in the dental field since 2015. She graduated from high school of science technology and earned a certificate from Porter and Chester as a dental assistant. She enjoys learning and loves to make patients feel comfortable. Jenny has experience in orthodontics and pediatric dentistry as well as general dentistry.
Stephanne earned her Dental Hygiene degree at Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) in 2012 and has recently moved back to Westfield her hometown after living in the Boston area. She loves the Dental Fitness Program, educating and coaching patients to meet their dental goals. Shes enthusiastic and inspiring. Enjoys traveling and is currently building her forever home with her husband.
Ama earned her Dental Hygiene degree in at Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) in 2009 and has been a part of the team ever since. Ama strives to coach her patient to achieve and maintain optimal oral health and general health. Through positive instruction and education, she believes each person can accomplish their individualized goals for health. With our unique Dental Fitness Program,Ama is able to guide patients to achieve dental goals. She finds that patients enjoy when she uses intraoral photograph at dental visits to help them understand their current dental health. She is proud to be a part of a dental team that stays current with technology as well as continuing education. Being certified in local anesthesia allows her to achieve optimal patient comfort. She finds it important to provide a positive experience in the dental chair and finds it rewarding when even the most fearful patients leave the patient at ease.
Dr. Bonkowski is a Westfield native who graduated from St. Marys High in 1975. He continued his undergraduate education at Holyoke Community College and Marquette University to receive his B.S. in 1979. He graduated from Marquette School of Dentistry in 1983. Among his many post-graduate accomplishments in 1988 he earned a Certificate of Orthodontics and Orthopedics from United States Dental Institute on Boston. In 1991 he became a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD) and in 2001 he earned the prestigious Masters in the Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD). In 1999 to 2001 he also travelled to St. Petersburg Florida to learn under Dr. Peter Dawson in the center of Advanced Dental Study. In 2002, he completed the Mastery Program in Scottsdale Arizona under Dr. Michael Schuster in the Center for Professional Development.
In the mid 2000s Dr. B. spent many hours studying TMJ and Bite Issues and completed Level III training at OBI (Orthographics Bioesthetics International) in Louisville Kentucky. He also assisted teaching levels II course in nearby Boston. In 2007, after taking a hands-on implant course in Augusta Georgia he became certified in IV sedation from Medical College of Georgia and began placing Nobel Biocare Implants in his private practice. Soon thereafter he became an assistant faculty member for the General Practice Residency (GPR) program and travels to Augusta several times a year.
His professional affiliations are The American Dental Association (ADA), The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), Massachusetts Dental Society (MDS), Valley District Dental Society, New England Mastertrack Study Club, Noble Hospital Staff, Westfield Dental Society, and the Berkshire Facial study group. Dr. B. holds Dental Licenses in Massachusetts and Georgia.
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Rating 4.9 out of 5 based on 35 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestGary Davidson
a year ago
Simply the best dental office, with the best staff who care greatly about your health! They are extremely knowledgeable and very gentle! I would recommend them to everyone!
Bill Rundstrom
2 years ago
The care that I received on my last visit to Bonkowski Dental was of the highest and professional standards. My hygienist did a wonderful job and I returned home with a big smile.
Jonathan Kuiviene
2 years ago
They are awesome very professional and concerned for your health without being judgemental
Doraleen Bovat
2 years ago
Dr. Joe is amazing! He does beautiful work and he always gives 100%! His assistant Kara is also amazing. And they work so well together and complement each other! When I'm there I'm very relaxed and comfortable because I know I'm going to be very well taken care of and with absolutely no discomfort! I trust him with my life! And the front desk staff both girls and hygienist are excellent too. I have never had a bad experience there. And every time I go it seems to be better and better if that's possible! Thanks for your wonderful care and concerned about my health and my oral health. Thank you again, Doraleen.
Jim Gallo
2 years ago
Years ago I cracked a tooth and did not have a dentist I was visiting regularly. A friend of mine recommended Dr. Bonkowski and I have been a patient ever since. He doesn't just fix what is wrong with your teeth; he helps you achieve your best oral health so that he doesn't have to fix your teeth. Forget what you know about dentists. Dr. Bonkowski is above and beyond them all.
John Carrington
2 years ago
Great Dental office. Easy to work with for scheduling issues. Very nice stuff. Been going there for a few years.
Lisa Butler
2 years ago
Professional and thorough! Ama is an outstanding dental hygienist.
judy crean
2 years ago
I had a tooth in the back that we knew would be a matter of time before it needed attention. I was away on vacation when it decided to break off. As soon as I returned home, I called for an appointment and was brought in right away to be assessed. I am now in the process of getting a crown put on. I am so thankful for the wonderful care Bonkowski Dental gives me trying to save my aging teeth
Dale Percoski
2 years ago
Dr. B and team are fantastic people that really know what they are doing. They can take a condition or treatment that can be at the very least uncomfortable or painful and make it tolerable, pain free and even pleasant, and do it with a smile. The quality of all their work is outstanding.
Suzanne Alter
3 years ago
I recently completed an implant procedure. Dr.JB explained every step of the way. There were no surprises-certainly I would give ten stars if that was an option. The customer service from his assistant Kara was also nothing short of five stars. She was polite, caring and efficient. Brenna their office manager was pleasant and accommodating-another five stars! When asking about skin care options (Botox), Dr. KB stepped in at a moments notice and graciously rendered good solid advice on wrinkle elimination as well as new procedures. I would highly recommend this practice to my friends and family.
Dale Percoski
3 years ago
Dr. B and team are fantastic people that really know what they are doing. They can take a condition or treatment that can be at the very least uncomfortable or painful and make it tolerable, pain free and even pleasant, and do it with a smile. The quality of all their work is outstanding.
Nonnie 121
3 years ago
Dr. Bonkowski put veneers on several of my teeth back in the 90's. They are beautiful. I moved away a few years after that. Ever since then, every dentist I have been to has commented on how beautiful his work is, and are amazed they lasted this long . I am actually considering taking the 2hr drive to have them done again. I really don't feel I can trust anyone else .After 25 years they are stained pretty bad. He is the absolute best ever! Hi Dr. Bonkowski it's Karen Smith from wwayyyy back!
Tracy Gawron
3 years ago
After quarantine visit To be honest I've missed the great people at Bonkowski Dental. Who can actually say that about any dentist office? I was in the dentist chair from 9:00am till almost noon today and I left so happy. Not only did Dr B take great care of me but he's fascinating to listen to..He teaches as he goes. I think I learned a few things today. From start to finish with all the new guidelines they did an amazing job.
Donald Snyder
3 years ago
I am 87 years old and my wife is 88. We have had many Dentists and dental therapist over the years. The dental care we are receiving at Bonkowski dental is by far superior to those we have received from any other providers in the past. They treat their patients with loving care. All of their patient comments are 5 Star (includes all ages - infants through 100 + years-old. We Love Them All! Don & Marlene
Nonnie 121
4 years ago
Dr. Bonkowski put veneers on several of my teeth back in the 90's. They are beautiful. I moved away a few years after that. Ever since then, every dentist I have been to has commented on how beautiful his work is, and are amazed they lasted this long . I am actually considering taking the 2hr drive to have them done again. I really don't feel I can trust anyone else .After 25 years they are stained pretty bad. He is the absolute best ever! Hi Dr. Bonkowski it's Karen Smith from wwayyyy back!
Donald Snyder
4 years ago
I am 87 years old and my wife is 88. We have had many Dentists and dental therapist over the years. The dental care we are receiving at Bonkowski dental is by far superior to those we have received from any other providers in the past. They treat their patients with loving care. All of their patient comments are 5 Star (includes all ages - infants through 100 + years-old. We Love Them All! Don & Marlene
Tracy Gawron
4 years ago
After quarantine visit To be honest I've missed the great people at Bonkowski Dental. Who can actually say that about any dentist office? I was in the dentist chair from 9:00am till almost noon today and I left so happy. Not only did Dr B take great care of me but he's fascinating to listen to..He teaches as he goes. I think I learned a few things today. From start to finish with all the new guidelines they did an amazing job.
Kathy Cummings
4 years ago
I wouldn't go anywhere else for dental care or extraction. Dr Jo Bonkowski is amazing. He explaines everything he is doing constantly asks how you are doing..it very concenious to make sure you have no discomfort. Outstanding experiance for dental care.
Dorothy Piascik
4 years ago
I have always had good experiences even when there was a lot to do. The office is knowledgeable and kind. My husband and I have been going to Bonkowski Dental for over 20 years. That right there should say a lot for them!
Susan Guay
4 years ago
Thorough, professional, personable and reasonable ($). What more could you ask for.
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