Looking for a family and cosmetic dentist in Kalamazoo, MI? OurKalamazoo, MI dentist offers a range of dental services for patients of all ages, including reconstruction, family, andcosmetic dentistry.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, tooth decay is the #1 chronic disease affecting American children while periodontal disease affects 47.2% of adults age 30 and older. Since we offerfamily dentistry, we understand how oral health needs change as you age. We accept patients of all ages, from babies to mature adults. We also offer a wide variety ofdental services, fromdental implantstoporcelain veneers.
We pride ourselves on using state-of-the-art technology to improve your experience in the dentists chair. OurKalamazoo, MI dentistuse the latestdental technologyto improve the precision, comfort, and recovery time of many procedures. We also use dental imaging technology for diagnosis, treatment planning, patient education, and post-treatment care.
Our Kalamazoo, MI dentist, Dr. Katherine Bandos, completed her undergraduate studies in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering from Vanderbilt University.From there, she attended the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine and graduated with honors in 2015.
Dr. Bandos is also a member of the American Dental Association, Michigan Dental Association, Kalamazoo Valley District Dental Society, and the Academy of General Dentistry. When our dentist isnt treating patients, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing tennis, enjoying nature, and cooking.
Dr. Katherine Bandos is our Kalamazoo, MI cosmetic and family dentist, but she doesnt work alone. Behind the scenes at Kalamazoo Smiles is a hard-working team devoted to providing the best family and cosmetic dental services in Kalamazoo. Read the brief descriptions below to learn about our staffs training, professional credentials, and work experience.
Outside of work, she spends her time making memories and enjoying life with her husband, son, and two daughters, cheering them on at their sporting events, family trips, movie and game night, and being with their large extended families.
I graduated from Ferris State University as a Dental Hygienist and with a BA in Allied Health Education. I have been with this practice for over 30 years. I love what I do and thoroughly enjoy meeting and establishing a relationship with my patients. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my three adult daughters, husband Mark, and close friends, as well as running, hiking, biking, and traveling.
I graduated in 1993 from Kellogg Community College with an associates degree in applied sciencedental hygiene. Even though I no longer work chair-side, I enjoy using my years of dental experience and knowledge to help patients navigate the insurance and financial aspects of dentistry. My husband of 26 years and I have two teenage sons and three dogs. We have recently moved back to our hometown of Battle Creek where we live on thirteen acres. I always enjoy spending quality time with my family, being outdoors, baking, reading, and watching movies.
Kathy has enjoyed being a dental hygienist since 1982. She has been with Kalamazoo Smiles since 2019. Kathy is married to her husband Fred. They have three adult sons, two wonderful daughters-in-law, and four amazing grandkids. She is involved in her church, enjoys family time, camping, walking, and doing puzzles.
Jeanne joined Kalamazoo Smiles in 2019. She has an associates degree in dental hygiene from KVCC and a bachelars degree from Michigan State University. Her passion is to help clients to have good oral hygiene and to be comfortable at their dental visits.
I graduated from Kalamazoo Valley Community College in 1985 with an associate in applied science and also studied health care services at WMU. I strive to make each visit pleasant and truly enjoy establishing relationships with patients while educating them about their dental and overall health. My husband and I enjoy gardening, cooking together, and playing board games with our son and daughter-in-law. I also love to stay active with aerobics and outdoor activities like biking, hiking, swimming, and skiing. You can find me relaxing with my cat Dusty and a good book in hand.
I had the unique opportunity to start dental assisting for my father at a young age and later worked with him full time for almost three years. I have been with Kalamazoo Smiles since summer 2019 and am having a great time. I love watching old movies, reading, camping, the Rocky Mountains, playing games, and spending time with my husband, son, and three daughters.
We will be more than happy to submit all dental insurance forms for you to help you recover the most from your benefits. Our family dentist will do everything she can to help you afford the family and cosmetic dental treatment you want and need. For patients who require major dental work, well design a complete payment plan with an appropriate payment schedule. Our Kalamazoo dental office accepts cash, check, or any major credit card.