I am a second generation dentist and pride myself on continuing the excellent standard of dental care established by my father, Dr. Richard W. Blass, since 1968. After many years of practicing dentistry, I continue to find it very fulfilling and I'm happy to provide a critical part of an individual's overall health and well-being. I appreciate the challenges of clinical dentistry; it hasprovided me with an opportunity to establish many meaningful relationships with my patients. My primary intention is to create a comfortable and casual, yet professional, environment for my patients when they come to me for treatment. I focus on insuring that my patients receive the attention they deserve and strive to fully inform them so that they are comfortable making decisions regarding their dental health. Extra time and consideration is always given in order to make my patients' visits as stress-free and painless as possible.
My dental practice comes second only to my family, with whom I spend the majority of my time away from the office. My wife, Nichole, and I have two beautiful girls, Mariann and Elaine. We enjoy spending time outdoors, vacationing at our family summer home, biking, and bowling. I also enjoy fishing, exercising, barbecuing, watching and playing sports.
I am fortunate to have received a quality education that provided me with the skills and hands-on training that I need to provide my patients with the best care possible, and have set me up for continued success in my field.
I believe that it is essential to stay current of the latest technology, treatment modalities, and protocols in my profession. In order to provide my patients with the treatment options and quality care that they deserve, I actively participate in continuing education. I am a member of a well-known and respected dental professional study group that meets regularly, in addition to attending seminars and taking continuing education courses routinely to insure that my patients receive the best dental care possible. I have memberships with several professional organizations that provide continuing education opportunities, including the:
I feel blessed to practice in the same town in which I was born and where I have lived my entire life. As a way to give back to a community that has supported me for so many years, I choose to donate to various organizations and participate in local fundraisers. I also contribute to local institutions and actively participate within my church community.
I have been employed in the dental field for six years, the last three years in the office of Dr. Blass. Dr. Blass is a very caring and competent practitioner. He tailors his treatment to each patient's needs and strives to accomplish the treatment as painlessly and efficiently as possible.
I enjoy interacting with the patients and I do my best to make the administrative side of the office run smoothly so that the financial and dental insurance needs of each patient are handled competently.
I'm one of the dental hygienists in the office. I've been working at Dr. Blass' practice for over six years. With a friendly and professional atmosphere, every day at this practice is a pleasant experience, and it's always a pleasure to come to work. I share and respect Dr. Blass' conservative philosophy and personal approach to every patient. I love my job, and I love working at this practice!
I have two children; I love being a mother, and I enjoy spending time with my kids. I also enjoy cooking, and I try to cook as often as possible. I look forward to meeting you and making your smile shine!
I began my career in 2008 when I graduated, with honors, from William Rainey Harper's Dental Hygiene program, where I also became certified in local anesthetic. In order to better serve my patients, I participate in yearly continuing education courses. This helps me stay current with all new products, research, and theories. I am also a member of the American Dental Hygienist Association and the Illinois State Dental Society.
Volunteering and helping those in need is a passion of mine and is extremely rewarding. I've had the opportunity to volunteer at Head Start, Give Kids a Smile, Little City, the Mobile Dental Clinic, and at various health fairs and elementary schools throughout the area.
I've been working at this practice as a certified dental assistant since 1981, a great testament to my commitment to dentistry and to my patients. I have enjoyed the many years of working with our patients, and I am grateful that I've been able to work with such a wonderful staff. Dr. Blass is caring and dedicated to his patients; he treats each patient as an individual as he addresses their needs.
I have worked for nearly a decade as a dental assistant for Dr. Blass. Dr. Blass is a wonderful dentist; he focuses on our patients as individuals and offers a complete range of solutions to their specific dental needs. We appreciate the trust our patients place in us and make every effort to honor that trust by providing the highest level of dental care possible. Our practice seeks to maintain a friendly yet professional relationship with each patient. We always look forward to caring for our patients, and making each person who comes to our practice smile!