For over a decade, Great Lakes Dental Care has offered Grand Rapids and West Michigan patients the most advanced options in preventative, cosmetic, restorative and specialty dentistry. In addition to combining modern procedures and techniques with state-of-the-art technology, our professional and knowledgeable team will always communicate openly and honestly with you about all your available optionsto ensure that your visit is less stressful and pain-free.

Great Lakes Dental Carecontinues to be proactive when it comes to embracing and taking advantage of our industrys newest advances andcutting-edge technology.Our professional family dental office wasone ofthe first in West Michigan to introduce non-surgical periodontal therapy, using the Deka Laser. In addition to using high-quality equipment in all of our procedures, our friendly and caring team will always make your overall health and well being a top priority, which is why we only use x-rays when absolutely necessaryto minimize your radiation exposure.

Ascomplete health dentists, our comprehensive dental office offers a full range of traditional and specialty dental procedures and can take care of most issues right in our office eliminating the time, cost and hassle of referring you to another dentist.

Our Grand Rapids family dental office prides itself on staying ahead of the curve when it comes to your teeth, gums and the overall health of your mouth. At Great Lakes Dental Care, we are committed to providing our patients with high-quality care in an open, caring and nurturing environment.

Dr. Dennis Webb, Dr. Travis Kragt, Dr. Sarah De Zwaan, Dr. Drew De Zwaan, Dr. Brenden Carey, Dr. Krupiak, and Dr. Ruby Smith provide Great Lakes Dental Care patients with a superior level of dental treatment and service, while integrating state-of-the-art techniques with proven traditional treatment methods.

Great Lakes Dental Careisteamed by doctors who have completedpost doctorial programsinGeneral Dentistry.This additional training allows you to receive comprehensive family dental care with minimal referrals to other specialists.

Dr. Webb graduated from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry in 1975, where he earned awards for excellence in pediatric dentistry and honorary membership with the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Society.

Dr. Webb then served in the U.S. Army for 3 years, while also attending a general practice residency program at Letterman Army Medical Center in San Francisco, California. Dr. Webb has also been featured on local television as a family dental health expert for ABC affiliate WZZM TV Channel 13.

He has been married for 41 years and has two children and four grandchildren. Dr. Webb enjoys boating, gardening and being creative. He currently is a member of the American Dental Association, the Michigan Dental Association and the Kent County Dental Society.

The Great Lakes Dental Care team is committed to using the latest dental technology available to help patients look better, feel better and remain healthy. I truly feel that we have assembled the best dental team in West Michigan.

Dr. Kragt attended Grand Valley State University, receiving his B.S. degree in 2000. He earned his D.D.S. degree from the University of Michigan in 2004, where he received awards for excellence in Endodontics.

The great fellowship that is enjoyed within our office makes my job much easier. Our teams strong focus on patient care and customer service helps me to successfully perform my duties and results in our patients enjoying a more positive experience.

Dr. De Zwaan attended the University of Michigan, earning her Psychology degree in 2008. She later studied dentistry at the University of Detroit Mercy, receiving her DDS in 2012, along with several academic and leadership awards.

Originally from the Detroit area, Dr. De Zwaan likes her new life in West Michigan. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, her husband and their two adorable dogs, Nate and Penny.

Dr. De Zwaan completed his undergraduate degree at Grand Valley State University in 2008. He then graduated from the University Of Detroit Mercy School Of Dentistry in 2012. From there, Dr. De Zwaan completed a post doctrine General Practice Residency at St. Joseph Mercy Oakland Hospital in Pontiac, Michigan with an emphasis in hospital based dentistry and special needs care.

Dr. De Zwaan is a member of the American Dental Association, the Michigan Dental Association, the West Michigan District Dental Association, and the Kent County District Dental Association. He is a former member of the Oakland District Dental Association.

Dr. Brenden Carey attended Michigan State University where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology degree. He then earned his DDS from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry in 2020.

Dr. Ruby Smith graduated from The University of Colorado Boulder with her Bachelor of Art and Science in 2016. She earned her doctorate in dental medicine in 2021 from Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine- Illinois where she received both national and clinical awards.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCI love all the attention I get at the office! The docs are so kind to invite me in and sometimes I wonder if I am here for the patients.or for the docs and the team! Either way I love being at the office and hope to meet you at your next visit!! Right now I only work part-timeso hopefully I get to meet as many of you as possible! Welcome to GLDC!

Hi, my name is Lisa and I have had the privilege of being a part of this fabulous team since 2010, after working as a dental hygienist for 20 years. My husband Mike and I love spending time with our family, traveling, and many outdoor activities.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCComplete Health Dentistry! We are here to educate our patients on how the health of their mouth effects the health of their entire body. Also, the culture at GLDC is unlike anything I have ever experienced. The doctors empower each of us to be the best we can be. We are more than co-workers and teammates, we are friends!

Hi, my name is Tracy and I am a Treatment Coordinator and have been at GLDC for five years, after working for 11 years as a dental assistant. My husband and I have 2 children and in my spare time I enjoy boating, listening to music, participating in sports and gardening.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCI really love the family atmosphere here and all of the friendly people I work with every day. When I first started here everyone was just so nice and helpful and I continue to learn a lot from my coworkers.

Hi! My name is Sue and I am the Hygiene Coordinator. As a patient since 1979 and team member since 2003, I have had the pleasure of watching the practice grow from 4 team members to 39 team members. I am the mother of 2 daughters and grandmother of 5 grandchildren. I enjoy spending time with family & friends, shopping, movies and Broadway shows at the Civic Theater and DeVos Hall.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCI really enjoy the fact that everyone in our office is very personable. Our clinical team members all excel at their jobs and work tirelessly to support our patients with their great chair-side manner.

Hi, my name is Cheryl, I have been working in the dental field since 1999. I started at Great Lakes Dental Care in 2004. I have enjoyed watching our office grow from one Dr. to now four, from three hygienist to now fourteen. My husband and I have 2 children. I enjoy spending time with my family, the outdoors, going to the beach and traveling.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCWhat I enjoy most about working at Great Lakes Dental Care are our great doctors. They treat both the patients and the team with respect and it is obvious through their actions that they really care about helping patients. Their leadership makes this job more enjoyable.

Hi, my name is Erin and I am a Registered Dental Hygienist at GLDC and have been here for ten years. I have a degree in Dental Hygiene and in my spare time I enjoy playing soccer, snowmobiling and camping.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCI enjoy how we always work as a team. Everyone in our office is always helpful and open to working together and I consider all the girls and the doctors here like family. I feel blessed to work in such an amazing office.

Hi, my name is Emilie and I have worked as a Dental Hygienist at GLDC since August of 2004. I have a degree in Dental Hygiene and my husband Aram and I have three boys, two cats, a dog, and a fish. I enjoy playing with my children, reading, and traveling as a family while enjoying life.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDC The team and the patients here make this job fun and something I look forward to doing each day. I really love my job, especially working closely with our patients, keeping up with their lives and giving them a positive experience.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCI have had the opportunity to be one of Dr. Webbs assistant for 25 years, I have enjoyed watching generations of families come to our office and to see those families grow. I have also enjoyed the team/family growth here at GLDC we continue to grow but maintain that family friendly atmosphere which makes it enjoyable to come to work everyday. Our Doctors take great pride in taking care of our patients as well as the team!

Hi my name is Anika. I am the Inter-office liason at GLDC. I have been a dental assistant since 2010 and I have the privilege of being able to assist both clinical and business team here. I have two beautiful kids and at my spare time I like to shop and spend time with family.

Hi, my name is Jamielee and I have spent the last 12 years working as a Dental Hygienist at Great Lakes Dental Care. Since earning my Dental Hygiene degree, I have worked in the dental field for over 13 years. I am married and have 2 energetic boys. In my spare time I enjoy family times, exercise, boating, and traveling.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCWe have a wonderful team at Great Lakes Dental Care that I feel lucky to be a part of. I also love that our Doctors stay up to date with the latest and greatest dental technology. This allows for optimal patient care. Our team stands for overall health and wellness for our patients and ourselves. And I enjoy educating patients on how to achieve that in their lives.

Hi, my name is Mandy and I have worked at Great Lakes Dental Care since 2008. I graduated from Ferris State University in 2005 with my degree in Dental Hygiene. Over the years at GLDC I have welcomed growth and changes! I currently practice clinical dental hygiene, I am our hygiene team leader and most recently started a role as assistant office manager. My husband and I have twin boys and in our spare time, we love to enjoy the outdoors and travel.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCComing to work is fun! We have a great culture and I love the opportunity to interact with so many wonderful patients on a daily basis educating them on overall health and wellness.

Hi, my name is Amy and I have worked for twenty one years as a Dental Hygienist at GLDC. I have a degree in Dental Hygiene and over twenty years of experience in dentistry. I have two cats and in my spare time I enjoy working out, gardening and crafting.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCI appreciate all of the hi-tech equipment we use in our office that helps me to create a better experience for patients. I like being able to offer patients other options when a certain procedure might not be a good fit.

Hi, my name is Julie and I am one of the hygienists at Great Lakes Dental Care. I earned my degree in Dental Hygiene from GRCC in 2006, but have been with the practice since 1999. My significant other, Aaron, and I have a young son named Asher. We also have two Alaskan Malamutes. In my free time I love to golf, spend time at the beach and travel.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCThe best part of working here is that the entire team has been like one big happy family. We all get along well and help each other to keep the office running smoothly and to make sure that our patients enjoy a positive experience.

Hi, My name is Lisa. I have been at GLDC for 10 years having been a dental assistant for a total of 34 years. My husband and I have four kids and enjoy many outdoor activities and being active. We most especially enjoy our family time!

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCBesides all of the great technology we use, I like that our doctors have expertise in all areas of dentistry, so we dont have to send patients elsewhere for treatment. I truly enjoy working with my patients and helping them to relax.

Hi, my name is Katie and I have worked as a Dental Hygienist at GLDC for thirteen years. I earned my degree in dental hygiene and I have worked in dentistry for sixteen years. In my spare time I enjoy camping, shopping, reading and spending time with my family.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCI appreciate that our office is very high-tech and that we can offer our patients a lot of options. The team here is very organized, upbeat and easy-going and everyone goes out of their way to put their patients first.

Hello! My name is Tanya and I have had the privilege to join the team at GLDC since 2012. I am a graduate from GRCC'S dental program. My husband and I have a daughter named Payton, a son named Maverick, and a mini golden doodle named DJ. In my spare time, I enjoy running and spending time with my family and friends.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCI enjoy working at GLDC because of the family-friendly feel and the fast pace of the office. I love that our office stands for complete health dentistry. It allows me to build trusting relationships and serve as a guide for patients total health and wellness. I look forward to meeting you!

Hi, my name is Kerrie and I joined the team at GLDC three years ago as a licensed Registered Dental Assistant. After earning my degree in Dental Assisting, I decided to work at GLDC since the team is open and honest with patients about the dental work they need for optimal health. In my spare time, I enjoy cooking, crafting, boating with family and playing sports.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCThey take the time to listen to patients, figure out the problem and present the best solution. It is easy to see that the patients best interests and overall health are important.

Hi, my name is Tina and I have been at GLDC for almost a year working as a treatment coordinator. I have worked in dentistry for the past 23 years. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, going to the lake, and dining out.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCThe Doctors and team are so welcoming. The Doctors genuinely show true appreciation to the team and one another. I love knowing that when I go to work every day that I get to spend my time with a team that encourages and helps one another professionally and personally.

Hi, my name is Tera and I joined the team at GLDC three years ago as a Dental Assistant. My husband and I have 4 kids and 3 dogs. In our spare time we like to camp, go to baseball games, and hang out at the pool in the summer.

Hi, my name is Irene and I joined the team at GLDC three years ago as a Dental Assistant. I have over 23 years of experience in Dentistry. My husband and I have a blonde Golden Retriever named Blue. In my spare time I enjoy coaching youth volleyball, cooking, baking and playing volleyball. I also attend University of Michigan Football, Volleyball and Softball games.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCI appreciate having doctors and teammates who care about patients needs and their overall health. The fact that everyone works so well together as a team makes my job so enjoyable!

Hi, my name is Alex and I've had the privilege of working with the team at GLDC for almost 9 years. I am the New Patient Coordinator! My husband and I have a 9-year-old son, Gage, and a 6-year-old daughter, Kennedy. In my spare time, I enjoy being with family and friends, camping, and dining.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCI love our overall healthcare approach to dentistry. Our doctors are committed to treating the patient and not just the mouth. We are on the leading edge of technology and education, which our patients appreciate. I have never worked with such a great team and enjoy every day that I am here!

Hi, my name is Sheena. I have had the privilege to work at GLDC as a Registered Dental Hygienist since 2015. In my spare time I enjoy gardening, hiking, camping, and spending time with my friends, family, and dog.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCI thoroughly enjoy the positive, caring atmosphere that I'm surrounded by on a daily basis. The doctors and team strive to make sure every patient is healthy and has a great experience at the office. I am so blessed to be a part of a team that is so caring to one another and so supportive!

Hi, my name is Brooke and I have been working as the Director of First Impressions since November of 2014. Im married with two sons, 3 cats, and 1 dog. I enjoy spending time with family, gardening, and camping.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCThough I am the newest member at GLDC, I can say that working here has given me newfound meaning of the word team. We are treated not just as employees, but truly as instrumental members that foster tremendous respect for one another. I feel very fortunate to be a part of this family, and look forward to many years of growth.

Hi, my name is Dawn. I have been at GLDC for 6 years working as a Hygiene Clinic Coordinator and as a Registered Dental Hygienist. I have 34 years of experience as a dental hygienist. I have 3 amazing children. I enjoy shopping, reading and spending time with my family and friends.

Hi, my name is Emily and I have been a Registered Dental Assistant at GLDC since 2015. My husband and I have two young boys and a German Shepherd who keep us very busy. In our spare time, we enjoy hanging out with family, playing outside, and camping.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCMy favorite part about working for this practice is that we all truly care about our patients and their overall health. I enjoy being part of a team that makes me feel like family and makes going to work enjoyable and fun!

Hi, my name is Sofy and I am the Director of First Impressions. I have been working at GLDC for 2 years, after working for 4 years as a Dental Assistant. In our spare time, my husband and I enjoy travelling the world, trying new foods and spending time with our cat.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCI feel very fortunate to be part of such an organized team which works so hard to provide the best care possible to its patients. GLDC has such a caring and positive atmosphere and each team member is more than willing to jump in whenever and wherever they are needed.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCI love working at Great Lakes dental care because of the wonderful atmosphere the doctors have established here. Everyone is so friendly and they always have the patients best interest at heart. I enjoy coming to work every day!

Hi, my name is Billie and I am the bookkeeper and Insurance Coordinator. I started GLDC in 10/2016, after being in the dental field for 23 years. I have two Daughters. I love coaching Volleyball for my daughters school, and enjoy listening to live bands, and gardening in my free time.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCI love the fit I have found at this practice. I really love the family dynamic that everyone has. The Doctors are all very kind and generous with both the patients and the team. Everyone is treated as family and everyone is genuine. Every staff member is always smiling and willing to help in anything they possibly can. The Leadership shows, starting with the Doctors to everyone.

Hi my name is Pam. I have worked in a dental lab for 34 years and recently joined GLDC to work in their new in house lab. I have 2 sons and enjoy family time. I also love to shop and do interior design.

Hi my name is Katie and I'm the Director of First Impressions. I recently started working at Great Lakes Dental Care this past October and I've loved it since day one. I don't have a dental background so it's been a learning experience but everyone has been so helpful. In my leisure time, I enjoy spending it with family, my two dogs, and vacationing with my husband.

Hi, my name is Chelsey. I am a registered Dental Assistant who had the privilege to join the GLDC team in 2019. In my spare time, I love hanging out with my cat, traveling, and going to concerts. Also, I love spending time with my friends and family.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCI love how much the doctors care about the patients and give them the best care possible. Being a part of a team where everyone is so friendly and treated like family makes going to work so enjoyable!

Hi there! Im Suzi, and Ive worked here at GLDC since the summer of 2020. When Im not at work you can find me streaming one of my favorite TV shows or Podcasts, or spending time with friends and family. I also have 2 spoiled dogs that youre bound to hear about if youre a patient in my chair.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCThe standard of care for our patients is so reassuring; knowing that we plan to do whatever is necessary to get our patients the best results possible, while keeping their health and individual concerns in mind. Also, the team mentality here and appreciation of each person, by our Doctors and each other, makes coming to work enjoyable instead of a chore.

Hi, my name is Emma and I have recently had the honor of joining GLDC as the Hygiene Clinic Coordinator. I am married with 2 children. In my spare time, I love hanging out with my friends and family, watching Netflix, and relaxing.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCI am new to the team and everyone is just so nice, helpful, and very knowledgeable. I believe our patients get the best possible care. I am so honored to be a part this amazing team!

Hi, my name is Katie and I have worked as a registered dental hygienist at Great Lakes Dental Care since 2020. I have 10 years of experience as a hygienist and in the dental world. When I am not working I love to spend time with my significant other, Jon, and our two labs, George Harrison Ford and Elton John Cena. Besides being with my boys I enjoy reading and spending time with my five nieces and two nephews.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCI love that the environment of the office is always upbeat and positive. Coming into a dental office can be an anxiety-inducing experience for many patients and the team at GLDC strive to make patients comfortable by being organized, informed, and always offering the best in technology and treatment.

Hi, my name is Lori. I recently joined the team at GLDC as a Dental Assistant, but have over 25 years experience. I have 3 children and 5 grandchildren. I enjoy gardening, camping, swimming, and kayaking.

Hi, my name is Kristin. I have been a Dental Hygienist since 1996. I have had the privilege to join Great Lakes Dental in June of 2020. I have two beautiful daughters and a Corgi named Buster. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, golfing, and time at the lake.

WHAT I LIKE ABOUT GLDCI absolutely love what this office stands for. We always put our patients first. GLDC has the best up-to-date technology to help provide the best dentistry possible. Each and every team member is fabulous at what they do. They work well together and are filled with integrity. I feel honored and blessed to be working alongside such great Dentists and team members.

Hi, my name is Rachel and I'm a registered dental hygienist. I have been at GLDC since the fall of 2020 and have been practicing dental hygiene for over 20 years. When not at work I stay busy with my husband our two kiddos and our two dogs.