WisNova Innovative Dental Specialists

5021 Washington Rd, Kenosha, WI 53144
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WisNova Innovative Dental Specialists - General dentist in Kenosha, WI

His educational background includes Arizona State University for his Bachelor of Science in biology; Marquette University for his Doctor of Dental Surgery; University of Iowa College of Dentistry for a general dentistry residency; Medical College of Virginia for an OMS internship; and Christiana Care Health Systems of Delaware for a four-year OMS residency.

While Dr. Santarelli was Chief Resident, he had the honor of traveling to impoverished countries in Asia to serve underprivileged youth. During this two-week dental mission, he performed several cleft lip and palate surgeries.

Dr. Santarelli has several professional affiliations, including being a fellow and diplomat of the American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons, a fellow of the American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, and a diplomat of the National Dental Board of Anesthesiology.

He is also a member of the Wisconsin Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (President, 2013-14), American Dental Association, American Dental Society of Anesthesiology, Wisconsin Dental Association, Kenosha County Dental Society (President, 2011) and founder of Kenosha Interdisciplinary Dental Implant Study Club (2009-present).

Dr. Santarelli has been surgically placing dental implants since 2000. He has extensive experience and expertise in the most challenging of cases. Dr. Santarelli is well crafted in preparing for dental implants by utilizing the most advanced bone grafting and soft tissue grafting materials and procedures. He understands the significance and investment involved in dental implants, and as such, he works closely with general dentists to obtain the best possible result for their mutual patients. Dr.Santarellis continued education not only focuses on the surgical aspect of dental implants, but equally on the restoration of the implants.

He prides himself on staying up to date on the latest advancements in dental surgery and technology. Dr. Santarelli has been honored to be involved in clinical research with Geistlich Biomaterials since 2016. He is also on staff at Aurora Medical Center.

Dr. Santarelli truly enjoys treating Kenoshans and members of surrounding communities. He was born and raised in Kenosha, by Dr. James and Geraldine Santarelli, who instilled a commitment to family, friends, and community to their eleven children.

During Dr. Santarellis free time, he enjoys golfing, practicing yoga, traveling, and cheering for the Milwaukee Brewers. Most importantly, he loves spending time with his wife, Joya, and his two boys, Rocky and Valentino.

WisNova Innovative Dental Specialists - General dentist in Kenosha, WI

Deno Tiboris, DMD, is a third-generation dentist and always knew he wanted to enter the field of dentistry. He is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon at the WisNova Institute of Dental Specialists in Kenosha, Wisconsin.

He earned his bachelors degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison followed by attending Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, where he received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. Afterward, he completed his oral surgery residency at the Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C.

Dr. Tiboris enjoys practicing a broad range of oral surgery procedures. Besides commonly performed procedures related to dental implants and oral pathology, he has a particular interest in corrective jaw surgery as well. He has spent time in Europe learning the most advanced techniques in autogenous (patient's own) bone grafting, which has made implant placement possible for many people that have previously been told they were not candidates. He's performed thousands of implant and bone grafting procedures and has specialty training in metal-free zirconia implants.

Dr. Tiboris has several professional affiliations, including being a fellow of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, diplomat of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, and a fellow of the American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.

He's also a member of the Wisconsin Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (President 2017-2018), American Dental Association, Wisconsin Dental Association, and Kenosha County Dental Society. He continues to serve as an advisor for his national society's political action committee.

In his free time, Dr. Tiboris loves spending quality time with his wife, Dr. Mary Ballard, and his son, Brandt and daughter, Molly. He also enjoys cooking, skiing and playing his violin. He and his wife love to travel and have been to over 30 countries on 5 continents. When time allows, he loves attending football games at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

WisNova Innovative Dental Specialists - General dentist in Kenosha, WI

Dr. Nelson originally hails from Pennsylvania. He received his undergraduate degree in history and Korean language from Brigham Young University, later returning to Pennsylvania and graduated from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine in 2009. Along the way, Dr. Nelson joined the United States Navy. Following dental school, Dr. Nelson completed a one year General Practice Residency at Naval Hospital in Portsmouth, Virginia. It was during this residency that Dr. Nelson realized Endodontics was the field for him. He completed a residency in Endodontics at the University of Alabama, Birmingham, graduating in 2012.

Dr. Nelson and his family have always wanted to live in the Midwest and so he accepted an opportunity to serve as a staff Endodontist at Naval Station Great Lakes in North Chicago, Illinois from 2012-2019. During this time, Dr. Nelson and his family lived in the Kenosha area and fell in love with the Badger State. They decided to settle down and call Wisconsin their permanent home.

Dr. Nelson enjoys all aspects of surgical and non-surgical endodontics. His current areas of interest include stem cell regeneration treatments and acoustic micro-streaming. He stays up to date with the most contemporary training and equipment and pushes the boundaries of what is possible in his field. He is a member of the American Association of Endodontics, the American Dental Association, the Wisconsin Dental Association, and the Kenosha Dental Society.

During his free time, Dr. Nelson is an avid learner - he's always reading something. He's also an outdoor enthusiast and enjoys traveling. He, and his wife, Brooke, have four kids aged 5-15. They all feel lucky to have found this great oasis in the Midwest and look forward to serving the community for years to come.

WisNova Innovative Dental Specialists - General dentist in Kenosha, WI

Dr. Gill received his bachelors degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago followed by earning his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine in Alton, Illinois. He then completed his general practice residency and trained in all aspects of dentistry and trauma at the Cook County Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. Lastly, he earned his specialty certificate and masters degree in endodontics from Marquette University School of Dentistry in Milwaukee.

While in dental school, Dr. Gill received The Walter E. Dundon Memorial Award for demonstrating the best qualities of leadership and outstanding clinical ability. He also earned the Pierre Fauchard Academy award presented to him by an international dental honor organization.

Dr. Gill is active in organized dentistry holding memberships in the American Dental Association, Illinois Dental Society, Chicago Dental Society, Edgar D. Coolidge Endodontics Study Club, American Association of Endodontists, the Wisconsin Dental Association, and the Kenosha County Dental Society. He previously served as president of the Illinois Association of Endodontists, Lake County Dental Association, and served on the Access to Care Committee for the Chicago Dental Society.

Dr. Gill enjoys continuing his dental education by taking courses to stay current with the most up-to-date research studies and technologies. He also lectures general dentists on current dental trends.

WisNova Innovative Dental Specialists - General dentist in Kenosha, WI

Originally from Washington State, Dr. Jennifer Smith received her undergraduate degree in Biology from the University of Texas San Antonio. She received her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio in 2005 and was commissioned as an Officer in the United States Navy that same year. Dr. Smith completed a one year Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency at Naval Medical Center San Diego. She completed a two-year tour as Department Head aboard the USS COMSTOCK where she deployed to the Persian Gulf in support of the United States Marine Corps. Returning from sea duty she continued her service at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego and it was during this tour that Dr. Smith fell in love with the specialty of Endodontics. She completed a residency in Endodontics at the Naval Postgraduate Dental School, Bethesda, Maryland, graduating in 2013. She served as a staff endodontist at the Naval Training Center at Great Lakes, as the Director of Dental Services at the Naval Health Clinic at Whidbey Island Air Station, and has recently returned to the Midwest to once again support the recruits at Naval Training Center, Great Lakes.

Dr. Smith enjoys all aspects of advanced endodontics and stays up to date with the latest technology and techniques for the highest standard of care. She is a Diplomat of the American Board of Endodontics and her professional memberships include:

During her free time, Dr. Smith enjoys traveling, baking, and all things equestrian. She and her husband, Steve, feel blessed to love: one adult daughter (Hannah), two adorable spaniels (Benny and Jed), and one lovely retired racehorse (Abe). They all are excited to be back in the area and, once again, serving this great community.

WisNova Innovative Dental Specialists - General dentist in Kenosha, WI

Grace Kunst, DDS, MS, is a board-certified periodontist at WisNova Institute of Dental Specialists in Kenosha, Wisconsin. She loves all aspects of periodontal surgery, with special interests in guided tissue regeneration, soft tissue grafts, implants, sinus augmentation and is a LANAP-certified practitioner since 2011.

Dr. Kunst received her masters degree along with her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree with a specialty in Periodontics from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry. After completing her training in 2000, she served as a Clinical Professor at both Marquette University and the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistrys Department of Periodontics, practiced and was a partner at a private practice in Illinois.

Dr. Kunst is an active member of the American Board of Periodontology, American Academy of Periodontology, American Dental Association, Chicago Dental Society, American Women Dental Association, and American Dental Society of Anesthesiology. She also is one of the founding members of a study club for women dentists in the southeast region of Wisconsin.

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Dr. Chris Hutton, DDS, MS, is an Illinois transplant. He received a Bachelor of Science degree from Marquette University as part of the Pre-Dental Scholars program. In 2013 he completed his D.D.S. at Marquette University School of Dentistry and in 2016 he completed a Periodontics residency at the University of Iowa. During his residency, Dr. Hutton elected to participate in clinical research. His clinical trial studied connective tissue grafts and gum allografts around dental implants, and he obtained a Master of Science degree in Oral Science in 2016. He also received didactic instruction and clinical training in IV sedation. He was later certified as a LANAP (Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure) provider and recognized as a board-certified Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology.

Dr. Hutton is a member of the American Dental Association, American Academy of Periodontology, American Society of Dental Anesthesiology, Midwest Society of Periodontology, Wisconsin Dental Association, and Racine County Dental Society. His practice is dedicated to integrating clinical expertise, the patient's needs and preferences, and the most current research. He and his staff utilize a patient centered approach to achieve and maintain optimum oral health.

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Dr. Ballard is a native of Charleston, West Virginia. She earned her bachelors degree in Biology at West Virginia University with magna cum laude honors before pursuing her dental degree at Columbia Universitys College of Dental Medicine in New York. While in dental school, she earned the Alpha Omega award for the highest academic standing in her class and was inducted into the OKU national dental honor society.

After dental school, she completed her four-year residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC. During that time, she also served in roles at the The Johns Hopkins Hospital, the VA Medical Center, and Childrens National Medical Center.

She is a board certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon through the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and is a fellow of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. She is also a member of the Wisconsin Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, American Dental Association, Wisconsin Dental Association, and the Racine County Dental Society.

Dr. Ballard lives with her husband, Dr. Deno Tiboris, who is also an oral surgeon, and their young children. She enjoys traveling, outdoor activities, and following West Virginia and Wisconsin sports.

WisNova Innovative Dental Specialists - General dentist in Kenosha, WI

Dr. Rivas is a Miami, Florida native. He earned his bachelor degree in Anthropology at the University of Florida. He went on to complete his dental degree at Nova Southeastern University, where he was inducted into the Omicron Delta Upsilon Dental Honor Society.

After dental school he completed a three year residency in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry at NSU. Following his completion of this residency Dr. Rivas has continued to add to his clinical armamentarium with continuing education in sedation and laser dentistry. He is one of only a few Periodontists in Southeast Wisconsin that utilizes the LANAP Protocol (Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure), which is a minimally invasive surgical treatment for gum disease.

He is a Board-Certified Periodontist and current President of the Racine Dental Society. His professional affiliations include the American Academy of Periodontology, Midwest Society of Periodontology, American Dental Association, Wisconsin Dental Association and Racine Dental Society.

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Rating 4.8 out of 5 based on 237 reviews

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Mike McDonald
a year ago
I was treated efficiently and courteously. The services provided were extremely professional and competent.


colleen sunderland
a year ago
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND WISNOVA! VERY PROFFESSIONAL AND COMPASSIONATE!


Tammie Ambrose
a year ago
Very nice staff. They explained the procedure from top to bottom. Definitely would recommend.


Amy Michael
a year ago
The front desk staff at WisNova is amazing! Whether on the phone making an appointment or in-person interaction, they are courteous, friendly and display the utmost professionalism. And - - I can get a coffee while I wait for my appointment . . . fabulous! I'll be back - - especially for coffee stain removal! Good job, team!


Roger Heiligenthal
a year ago
We are caregivers for the patient who was seen at this facility. We were upset over the issue of not providing enough "after care" instructions to the staff of the patient's assisted living facility. Also, not enough after care products were provided (i.e. ice packs and gauze) at the time of the patient's release after surgery.


Jazmin Powell
a year ago
Sarah is a wonderful LPN and was very detailed and knowledgeable. She made me feel at ease about my oral surgery. Would recommend to anyone!


Chris Hagood
a year ago
My care was excellent! Everyone was professional in the office and during the surgery! I would recommend this group!


Atomic Jon
a year ago
Dr. Lindell provided an awesome explanation of what was going on and the options I had for treating my toothache. Dr. Lindell ended up performing a root canal. Nobody likes to have tooth pain or have to have a root canal done, but for me it was about as good as it gets. Dr. Lindell gave a very detailed explanation of what he was going to do, was professional and kind in his treatment. I highly recommend Dr. Lindell.


Beverly Garrison
2 years ago
Dr. Nelson, Victoria and the entire team are simply AMAZING. I had two root canals one week apart and the care I received at both visits is top in the dental industry. From being compassionate, to thorough, taking the time to explain the dental procedure, to a clean, inviting atmosphere...You name it, they got it! Dr. Nelson is efficient and a expert. My favorite attributes of this team is professionalism with a side of fun and that they make you feel a part of their dental team family. I truly am thankful for being in the care of Dr. Nelson and the WisNova team. I will be a "forever patient"!


Patti Garland
2 years ago
I would recommend WisNova to anyone who has a fear of any dental procedure. Dr. Tiboris and every staff person I encountered made me feel comfortable prior, during and after my procedure. They heard and understood all my fears and concerns. I also had a follow-up with the nurse, Sarah Hylinski. She was so knowledgeable and caring! I am so glad I chose WisNova.


Envious Desire Official
2 years ago
The worst staff with nasty attitudes I can't even make an appointment without snippy remarks and nasty combative attitudes definitely will not be going there.


Elizabeth Heiberger
2 years ago
Went in to have my wisdom teeth removed. They were all very nice and professional. I don't remember to much else since I elected for complete sedation, I don't even remember leaving. When I was in discomfort a few days later they immediately got me in. If I ever need oral surgery again I'll go here.


Elisa Kurber
2 years ago
I have had a lot of dental work done this year. I have been here twice, once to see Dr. Santarelli, and once with Dr. Lindell and Haroon. Both of them and their very nice assistants treated me with such kindness that you could tell they really care about their patients. I get anxiety about dental work, and they all made sure they did everything possible to make the processes more comfortable and provided excellent work. They are also very personable! I highly recommend WisNova!!


Shakeeb Noory
2 years ago
Love it


Amanda Kienast
2 years ago
My son had 4 teeth extracted by Dr Mary Ballard. After having anxiety with dental for 9 years, this was his best experience. He couldn't stop raving about how fast and painless it was


Don Walters
2 years ago
Friendly and helpful staff, comfortable seating


Country Kim
2 years ago
We've been waiting 4 weeks for an appointment we had scheduled. Today, the day of the appointment, they call with all these questions suddenly. It was very clear they were unprepared and now do not want to see my husban. Thanks for wasting our time.


Bob Boeck
2 years ago
Very thorough and a staff that is friendly and helpful. Highly recommended them.


Joe
2 years ago
In my early years of horrible experiences with dentists and staff, I have to say that WISNOVA has restored my faith. As someone who has struggled with teeth issues for many years do to a compromised immune system, due to and under lying issue, the staff has been nothing but kind, understanding, compassionate, empathetic and pleasant. They have never made me feel judged or less of a person because of my condition. They have and continue to answer any questions or concerns that I have regarding my procedure and made sure I knew exactly what the cost would be after insurance paid they're portion. They're we're not surprise fees or adjustments etc. I wish there was more I could say or do to give praise to them. 1,000 stars and highly recommended!!


Rachel Pflueger
2 years ago
I was beyond impressed with the care I received from Dr. Nelson and his assistant. I was referred due to tooth pain and ended up needing a root canal. My anxiety is so much worse at a dental office and hearing that made me very nervous. Dr. Nelson and his assistant were extremely caring, professional, and friendly. They explained everything very thoroughly. It definitely helped me feel at ease. Thank you so much, Dr. Nelson.


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