I love what I do! Im lucky that I get to work in a beautiful space, with a great team, and have the best patients. People make me smile! I not only get to improve the dental health of my patients, which is important. More important to me is that I develop life-long relationships with my patients. I am here for you- as your dentist and friend.
Im a local girl! I grew up in Homewood and graduated from Homewood Flossmoor High school in 1996 (how fitting, considering my present career!). I went on to earn a Bachelors degree in Dietetics at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. After graduating college, I earned my Doctorate in Dental Surgery at the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2005.
I spent the first 10 years of my dental career as an associate at dental offices in the southwest suburbs of Chicago. I learned all I could about dentistry and the business of dentistry. I bought this Frankfort practice in 2015. My practice was growing quickly, so I built our brand-new, gorgeous location in 2020. We were supposed to open our doors in March 2020 and then the pandemic hit! I am grateful that my team took this unforeseen challenge in stride. We all returned to our practice in May 2020 and have been going strong ever since!
I am passionate about learning and staying on the cutting edge. We take many hours of continuing education. I studied at the world-renowned Pankey Institute and am an active member in our local Spear study club where I get together with some of the best dentists in the area to learn and collaborate on various dental topics. I am also a member of the American Dental Association, The Illinois State Dental Society, and the Chicago Dental Society.
I live in Mokena, with my husband, Dave, and our 3 active boys- Drew, Jake, and Luke. Dave is a high school social studies teacher at Lincoln Way East High School in Frankfort and loves sports and coaching. He is very involved with athletics in our community with my boys. My boys love football, basketball and baseball. When Im not in the office, I can usually be found at some park or field nearby, cheering them on. I also enjoy reading, traveling, working out, and bike rides. My favorite book is Harry Potter. I love the story and I love that I can now relive the magic by reading with my boys.
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Rating 5.0 out of 5 based on 236 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestDon Hespell
a year ago
As usual, friendly, top notch service. Called me to fill a cancellation.
J L
a year ago
Have been going to Dr Woodburn for years. Way back to when it was actually dr kahlheimers. The staff are incredibly nice and always make every stop a very pleasant experience.
darryl thomas
a year ago
Extremely professional!! Dr. Woodburn always provides good quality work and excellent customer service. She has the best staff!! Brittany cleaned and air polished my teeth today, and she hooked me up with a new all black waterpik !!
Lisa Tepper
a year ago
Dr. Woodburn and her whole crew are so kind, gentle, professional, and knowledgeable!! This is the Gold Standard of a Dentist and a team!! Thank you Dr. Woodburn for keeping our family healthy!! Best of the best
Cathy Morrissey
a year ago
Dr. Woodburn and ALL her staff are the BEST!! So happy our family was referred to her several years ago. They are the nicest people in very beautiful office. We will never change!!!
Ron Wojcik
a year ago
Thorough discussion of need and alternatives between a bridge and implants.
Al Bayer
a year ago
Great dentist and staff! Top pick for anyone in the Southwest Suburbs.
Lisa Korneta
a year ago
Best dentist and hygienist ever so sweet and very professional
Charlie kaminski
a year ago
Best dentist and staff around. A great fun and caring vibe! Knowledge and kindness!!!!
Kimberly Bayer
a year ago
Always a great visit ! Dr Woodburn and her staff are amazing
Ann Powers
a year ago
Very lovely office, efficient and friendly staff. A very pleasant experience.
Madison Coletti
a year ago
I had a great experience for my 6 month cleaning! The ladies at the front desk were so welcoming and checked me in right away! Dr. Woodburn is so caring and passionate about her patients! Katie was my hygienist and she did a great job. She was friendly and caring when cleaning my teeth. Overall, a super friendly team!
Taylor Blyth
a year ago
Love this office! The staff is so welcoming and kind.
Dianne Shorter
2 years ago
The entire office is friendly & professional. Great dental cleaning and all personnel works with you and insurance. Cannot be more positive about Dr. Woodburn, the hygienists, office staff, and experience.
Thomas Morris
2 years ago
Supper good social skills. Welcome as soon as you come in. Make's you feel welcomed. Lori has magnificent skills, her assistant also very good skills.I will not go to any other dentist.
Jim Eldridge
2 years ago
Lori is great! All of her staff are kind and courteous!
Debby Bourg
2 years ago
Dr. Woodburn and her staff are fantastic. Not only are they the absolute best at what they do, they are always pleasant and care about their patients. It took me a long time to find the perfect dentist and I feel that Dr. Woodburn is just that. I would highly recommend!!
Staci Rapcan
2 years ago
Dr. Lori is always so friendly and genuine! She also does everything she can to make ever procedure the most comfortable that she can!
Cathy and Loren Fuhr
2 years ago
Absolutely 1st class from start to finish! Katie always is so kind gentle and thorough!
Judy Piscione
2 years ago
Love coming here. Very happy with Dr. Lori and her entire staff.
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