Our team of dental hygienists, dental assistants, and business professionals are among the best in the Pittsburgh area. By attending continuing education courses, our team stays up-to-date regarding the latest dental procedures and quality care in our field.
In all aspects of your care, we will treat you the way we would want to be treated. We will take the extra time and go the extra mile to make sure that you feel special and well attended to from the moment you walk into our office. Our care is designed to reinforce a feeling of comfort and confidence. We are periodontists with a caring touch.
Dr. James R. Werkmeister received his dental degree from the University of Pittsburgh, School of Dental Medicine. As a senior in dental school, Dr. Werkmeister received the Quintessence Award for Periodontics. This honor is awarded to an outstanding dental student in the field of Periodontics.
Following dental school, he pursued apost-doctoral education in Periodontics from The Ohio State University, College of Dentistry. While at OSU, Dr. Werkmeister received a research grant from the National Institutes of Health. He used this grant to study connective tissue cell biology as it relates to the development of periodontal disease.
In 1995, Dr. Werkmeister returned to his hometown in the North Hills of Pittsburgh, with his wife and three children, where he began a private practice in Periodontics. Since his return to the area, he has been active in church and community affairs. Over the years, Dr. Werkmeister has served as a School Director for the Pine-Richland School District. He is a past president of the Rich-Mar Rotary.
Dr. Werkmeister is proud to be co-founder of the Pine Creek Dental Study Club. The study club is made up of general dentists and dental specialists who practice in the North Hills and Cranberry who are committed to continuing their dental education. They meet regularly to discuss current issues and advances in the field of dentistry.
Dr. Werkmeister is proud to have been selected as one of Pittsburghs Top Dentists by Pittsburgh Magazine every year since 2007. The fact that the recipients of this award are nominated and selected by their peers is what makes this award such an honor. Dr. Werkmeister greatly enjoys working with patients in the North Pittsburgh / Monroeville area.
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Rating 4.9 out of 5 based on 52 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestBob Boberts
2 years ago
Very professional. Very nice staff. Dr. Werkmeister demonstrated an elevated skills and knowledge in his practice. Very nice bed side manner.
Marilyn Bonomo
2 years ago
This is actually Ray Donnelly, ( don't know why my girl friend's name comes up ). Yes I was satisfied with my visit today. Jessica did a great job. Ray Donnelly
Richard Spence
2 years ago
excellent, friendly care from the time you enter the office until you leave
Raymond Palmer
2 years ago
Super friendly staff and extremely knowledgeable. Dr Werkmeister was very caring and kind. They are the best!
Ron McCormick
2 years ago
Exceptionally helpful and courteous administrative staff. Dr. Werkmeister was professional and explained his procedures clearly. Facility was clean, well lighted and took Covid prevention measures everywhere. I was very impressed with this medical facility.
Mike Schwartz
2 years ago
Great staff and service!
Paulette Bundick
3 years ago
The entire office staff was very friendly, and Dr Werkmeister very thorough, AND talkative, which I liked! He explained what he was doing step-by-step, and how future procedures would work. I would definitely recommend him to friends and family.
Darlene Maciak
3 years ago
The office experience was extremely professional and very pleasant environment. The doctor explained everything to me in detail, made me feel welcome to the practice. I was very pleased with my consult and would recommend this practice to my family and friends. The entire staff was friendly.
Raymond Palmer
3 years ago
Super friendly staff and extremely knowledgeable. Dr Werkmeister was very caring and kind. They are the best!
Ron McCormick
3 years ago
Exceptionally helpful and courteous administrative staff. Dr. Werkmeister was professional and explained his procedures clearly. Facility was clean, well lighted and took Covid prevention measures everywhere. I was very impressed with this medical facility.
Mike Schwartz
3 years ago
Great staff and service!
Karen Krempasky
3 years ago
Knowledgeable. friendly, professional, explained everything about my upcoming procedures, followed COVID19 guidelines explicitly.
Michael Haberman
3 years ago
Quick and painless, thanks!!!
Mark Herda
3 years ago
Very polite and concerned about me. Felt comfortable. Would recommend.
Jamie Perkins
3 years ago
Everyone was extremely kind and professional. As a patient this does not go unnoticed and I very much appreciated the care they provided to me. I would never consider another practice for my periodontal needs!! Thank You
Derethea Hoban
3 years ago
It is always a good experience to visit Dr. Werkmeister's office. They are professional, punctual and friendly.
Rachel Wyble
3 years ago
This entire practice is wonderful... caring, gentle, professional and very skilled. Could not have been better... and I am a very nervous dental patient... Sarah
Paulette Bundick
3 years ago
The entire office staff was very friendly, and Dr Werkmeister very thorough, AND talkative, which I liked! He explained what he was doing step-by-step, and how future procedures would work. I would definitely recommend him to friends and family.
Darlene Maciak
3 years ago
The office experience was extremely professional and very pleasant environment. The doctor explained everything to me in detail, made me feel welcome to the practice. I was very pleased with my consult and would recommend this practice to my family and friends. The entire staff was friendly.
Michael Haberman
4 years ago
Quick and painless, thanks!!!
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