Dr. Allerding received his Undergraduate education at Michigan State University, and dental education at the University of Detroit Mercy, class of 2012. He has been seeing patients at Dental Clinics North in Cheboygan since 2013.
Dr. Faucher received her Bachelors of Science in Movement Science from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, and went on to receive her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry. She is a General Dentist and prides herself in providing quality dental care in multiple disciplines of the trade including, but not limited to, oral surgery, endodontics, and pediatric dentistry.
Dr. Faucher is a native Michigander and moved to the beautiful Northern Michigan area in 2015. She enjoys being active outdoors. and depending on the season. you can find her hiking, paddle boarding, kayaking, mountain biking, snow shoeing or skiing! She also has a passion for cooking and baking and a strong desire to travel the world!
Dr. Vagalau is a graduate of University of Timisoara, Romania School of Dentistry 1998 DDS, Case Western University School of Dentistry 2001 DDS, Advanced Education in General Dentistry at University of Michigan 2002, and completed a Fellowship in Academy of General Dentistry in 2018.
She enjoys and takes pride in providing a variety of dental services to her patients, but her favorites are oral surgery and removable prosthodontics. She hopes to someday be able to provide more implant procedures and services to her patients. In her free time, Dr. Arsenault enjoys spending time with her family husband Dan, and two children, Rachel (2) and Luke (7mos). They enjoy anything outdoors, walking, biking, hiking, boating, canoeing, and just finding new adventures to do together.
Hi, Im Dr. Brian Kwapisz, I grew up in Detroit and attended college at U of M- Ann Arbor. From there I attended dental school at University of Detroit Mercy, completing my degree in 1997. I worked as an associate at Family Dental Centers for 7 years. In 2005 I relocated to Charlevoix with my wife. We have 3 children. I enjoy outdoor activities like boating, fishing, camping, and hiking.
What I enjoy most about dentistry is interacting with different people and simplifying their treatment, especially those who are anxious or afraid. Many people have had a negative experience in the past. I enjoy providing them with positive and enjoyable visits while we get to know one another.
Hello. I am Dr. Christopher Gamble. I was born and raised in Maumee, Ohio, a suburb of Toledo. I attended Miami University and earned a B.A. in Chemistry in 2003. From there I moved to Columbus and attended The Ohio State University College of Dentistry earning my Doctorate of Dental Surgery in 2007. I spent the first 3 years of my career working in a group practice called DentalWorks. In 2011 I began working In Napoleon Ohio in a private group practice. At the end of 2019 my wife and I relocated to Northern Michigan. We love it here! We are thoroughly enjoying all that the area has to offer. We love being outdoors. We enjoy skiing, hiking, stand-up paddleboarding, camping, biking, and playing pickleball.
I am passionate about providing quality dental care and feel lucky to be able to do so at Dental Clinics North. I love interacting with and caring for patients; and working as a team to provide wonderful, much needed service to others. I enjoy learning as dentistry continues to evolve and I do so by attending training seminars often. As a dentist of 15 years, I pride myself in providing the best care using the most current practices in dentistry to provide a pleasant experience for all of my patients.
A native of Michigan, Dr. Rudoni earned her undergraduate degree at the University of Michigan where she also played on the Wolverine womens ice hockey team. She then spent one year living with her family in Italy and studying at the University of Milan before beginning her dental training at the University of Maryland in Baltimore. After earning her dental degree, she completed a General Practice Residency at the University of Michigan Hospital. She then practiced dentistry in beautiful Marquette for 5 years before moving back to her hometown of Traverse City. She is a member of the Michigan Dental Association, the Special Care Dentistry Association, and Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Honors Society.
In her free time, she enjoys playing ice hockey, exploring the great outdoors, dancing, cooking, and gathering for conversation and laughter with family and friends. It is with great enthusiasm that she joins Dental Clinics North in serving the Traverse City Community.
Dr. Pawlick is a graduate of University of Michigan 1996 BS in Biology, Case Western Reserve University School of Dentistry 2001 DDS. General Practice Residency Detroit Receiving Hospital Graduate 2002, and has completed a Fellowship in Academy of General Dentistry in 2018.
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Pawlick is involved as the Head Coach of the Harbor Springs Hammerhead Swim Club. In what free-time he has, He likes to travel with his family and spend as much time as possible in the summer at the lake.
I am Dr. Richard Held; I grew up in Detroit and Livonia. I attended college at Wayne State University and Detroit Institute of Technology. From there I attended the University of Detroit Mercy, completing my degree in 1969 and taught crown and bridge dentistry and anatomy for 6 years. After that I did a mini residency at the University of North Carolina in Implantology in 1991. I moved to Grand Rapids in 1970 practicing cosmetic, crown, bridge dentistry and later started implant and laser dentistry until March 2013. I joined DCN in May 2013. My wife and I had 6 children and she passed away in 2015 from cancer. I married my beautiful wife Carol Sue in July 2020. Now combined we have 8 children, 14 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.
I ve hunted and fished since I could hold a fish rod. I have competed with model airplanes nationally and internationally. Currently my wife and I spend time with the kids and competition shot gunning. Carol and I spend some time in Florida Gulf Coast area when we can.
I have always enjoyed the cosmetic aspects of dentistry and the reconstruction procedures; It is really great to see patients response when they see their restored smiles for the first time. I enjoy working with kids and getting them over their fears of dentistry. Teaching young dental students has always been part of my dental life and proves to be very rewarding.
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Rating 4.5 out of 5 based on 270 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestJason Redinbo
a year ago
That was the best dental visit/filling I have had. The doctor is so skilled and careful and the staff is professional and warm and knowledgeable. Dentistry is my least favorite procedure but this was great. Highly recommended them!
Justina Kus
a year ago
I like them even thoe I haven been their for a very very long time
Hunter Savoie Hubble
a year ago
I had quite a few fillings today, and normally I ALWAYS get the nitro gas if any needle is going into my mouth. I was so nervous, but Dr Pruden did amazing and made me feel comfortable. After 25 years I no longer need the gas to get numbed. Thank youuuu (:
Kaylee
a year ago
Always a struggle to get in. They don't schedule right and you will be waiting forever.
Nicoco Mari
a year ago
I got some wisdom teeth removed at West Branch office after Labor Day. The day after my oral procedure, they called to check on me. Dr. Ackerman was good. He made sure I was numb from the shots before removing my wisdom teeth. He didn't want me to experience pain. I wish the AFTER THE ORAL PROCEDURE DIRECTIONS on the paper that I've received after would have more information on it. *** However, the office manager could improve on her customer service towards the patients. I live 1 hour and 30 minutes away from the office. It's quite a trip to check in someone's mouth for like 2 minutes or less. I am experiencing some difficulty in my recovery. She would NOT ask or forward an email towards the doctor about some things that he could answer for me that may save me a trip. I feel absolutely miserable. If I go, I feel the doctor should prescribed something if everything looks alright....It's a must. ............... It would have been better if my questions about my wisdom teeth extraction would have been answered!!
Gidget Bowlsby
a year ago
Had a appt at 8am due to the cleaning that they did ( general. And in 1 day caused one of my fillings to fall out, had to wait 2 weeks for the appt at 8am to get the tooth fixed and then told would have to come back at 12:30 to have the filling replaced when that was what the appt was for in the first place this dentist is a joke
Jessica Chenette
2 years ago
I had two fillings replaced that didn't hurt at all and I've been in agony ever since. They keep telling me it's normal but it's definitely not. I told them that it's so painful I can't eat and I've been losing weight...they told me I was lucky to be losing weight. If you had COVID and call after you're done with your quarantine don't tell them because they'll make you quarantine for an extra 20 days. You could say "I had COVID 16 days ago." and they would still say the quarantine starts from the day you informed them. Now I get to live in agony until December probably but hey maybe I'll lose some more weight
Cathy Robson
2 years ago
Staff so friendly dr was so nice and comforting recomend to anyone
Tiffany Lay
2 years ago
I have had nothing but problems after they worked on my teeth. From 2 separate infections to a necrotic tooth that swelled up my whole face and ended up costing 2000$ to have an emergency extraction by an oral surgeon who told me the 'dentist that filled that tooth drilled too deep and killed the tooth'. Through all of these complications from THEIR work, they refused to see me or treat any of my ailments. Their 'emergency' appointments are scheduled a month or 2 from the time you call. This is NOT adequate care for your patients. No thanks! I do NOT recommend getting any work done here.
Heather Preston
2 years ago
Just got the parcel I didn't want today was told I was getting a flipper ended up with a mouth full of metal they don't listen to the opinion of the patient at all I needed 3 teeth in this parcel but I got 2 out of place front teeth with a gap instead it took them nearly 7 months to get me a janky peice of rough metal so here's to looking like sponge after a failed attempt at rehab if ur smart don't go to this place
Allison Gream
2 years ago
When I first visited this dentist I knew something was wrong with my mouth. I had a tooth that was chipped in half on one side and a pain on the other side. When I came in and got my X-rays they told me I did not have an infection in either side but would have to get the tooth chipped in half taken out. I asked multiple times if they were sure there was nothing wrong and I did not need antibiotics. A couple of weeks later both sides started to get abscesses and I had to call and ask for antibiotics. . Fast forward 3 months I came in to get my tooth pulled and a different dentist looks at my first X-rays told me that I in fact had two infections right were I thought I did and right were the last dentist told me there was nothing. Today I called with a question about my extraction site and was told the nurse would call me when she was done with a patient. They are now closed for the weekend. These people are not through and do not care.
Meghan Perry
2 years ago
My four kids and I come here from Houghton lake because of the service. Everyone in so nice to us, the kids get along with everyone there and im sure that helps them feel more relaxed. If there not to busy they have taken 2 kids at a time so I don't have to come back a week later. I had four teeth pulled not to long ago and I was terrified but the dentist did such a good job I definitely feel more comfortable if I have to get more done in the future.
Ray Vyner
2 years ago
Waited 6 months for a consult. Was seen quickly, got x-rays within the first 10-15 minutes. Then I sat and waited for over an hour and never saw te doctor so I left. Obviously there was a scheduling problem that couldn't be worked out in 6 months. Absolutely garbage.
Jeremiah Johnson
2 years ago
Very rude been a patient for many years missed a few appointments because of COVID and dentist refused to see me and I'm in severe pain was told there was nothing they could do for me none of my family or friends will ever go back very very rude and y'all just lost 60 or so patients
Mandi Reiland
2 years ago
Worst dental experience of my life!
Misty George
2 years ago
What an amazing staff and dentist I went there on a Friday and had five teeth pulled. I am very very scared of the dentist but the made me feel so good and I did not feel a thing.Saturday still don't feel a thing very thankful. Amazing amazing amazing would definitely recommend coming here.
Jennifer Raymond
2 years ago
Being new to the area, I simply chose a dentist from my insurance's "in network" list...They pulled a tooth that my NEW dentist has since determined was in NO way necessary to remove. Their 1st silver filling FELL OUT within 2 days. Their 2nd (replacement) filling FELL OUT while I was still in their office. Their 3rd (replacement) filling started FALLING OUT within a week later. My NEW dentist has identified that the tooth they filled THREE TIMES is actually broken in half. Surgery in May to remove the tooth, it is now unable to be repaired. I have been in pain due to their shoddy work for THREE MONTHS. In addition, I witnessed staff discussing how "disgusting" a patient was, after the patient had left thier office. I can't find the words to fully express how awful this experience has been. DO. NOT. GO. HERE.!!!
Harley's Golden Life Janell's
2 years ago
Rudest office manager at the West Branch office that I have ever dealt with!! She wouldn't let me get in a word. I had a question about an appointment and she was very rude in front of other staff member's and patients. It's a difficult time for many and it only takes a second to be nice and show other's respect and some compassion. Her attitude was very uncalled for and her behavior was disrespectful. The Hygentist and Dentist were a total different story very polite and professional.
Mandi Reiland
3 years ago
Worst dental experience of my life!
Misty George
3 years ago
What an amazing staff and dentist I went there on a Friday and had five teeth pulled. I am very very scared of the dentist but the made me feel so good and I did not feel a thing.Saturday still don't feel a thing very thankful. Amazing amazing amazing would definitely recommend coming here.
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