Implant and Cosmetic Dentistry Servicing Northwest Chicago
Dr. Wittmus received his Doctorate in Dental Surgery from Northwestern University in 1991. After graduating from dental school, he worked as the house staff surgical resident at Meriter Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin from 1991 to 1993. He returned to Chicago where he started a private practice on the Northwest side.
After 30 years of constant continuing education with the top educators in dentistry, his clinical expertise in dental implantology has been recognized by receiving a Surgical Fellowship with the Misch International Implant Institute and a Fellowship with the International College of Oral Implantologists. He has been a Spear Education mentor since 2008 as well as a Gordon Christensen mentor. Recently, he was awarded a Fellowship in the class of 2023 in The International College of Dentists USA Section!
Dr. Wittmus has served on the Chicago Dental Society Peer Review Committee for 22 years and is the current chairman. Dr. Wittmus has been a high tech dentist utilizing Schick 33 digital x-ray sensors for 22 years and Cerec one-visit dentistry for 20 years. He provides a full range of dental services including non-surgical periodontal therapy using Gemini Evo™ diode lasers, all dental implants systems, cosmetic resin bonding, porcelain veneers, and teeth whitening. He is also an Invisalign® Preferred Provider and was recognized as a Top Invisalign® Dentist in 2019 and was a Silver Invisalign® Provider in 2021.
He has been an Academy of Dentistry International Fellow since 1995 for his humanitarian efforts overseas. Dr. Wittmus has been providing free health care in Armenia since 2001 where he maintains a summer clinic and 2 mobile buses that provide care year round in war torn border villages.
Our Advantages
Accepting Insurance
Cards
We accept all PPO dental insurance plans. We provide complimentary pretreatment estimates upon request.
Using Innovative
Technology
We are furnished with state of the art equipment and maintained at the highest standards.
Guarantee Success
of Treatments
Most of our treatments are covered by a long term guarantee which will be discussed with you before beginning treatment.
Certified Dentist
Doctors
With over 30 years of dental experience, we are experts in all facets of dentistry.
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Our Happy Clients
I’ve traveled 100 miles round trip to see Dr Wittmus for 20 years. He knows his craft and I wouldn’t consider going anywhere else. He makes it his job to see that most of my visits are for check ups. I’ve had every imaginable type of work done, always with great results and manageable costs. One more thing. Does your dentist call you at home to check in on you? Dr Wittmus does it regularly. I’ll keep driving 2 hours to see someone who looks out for my teeth and my general health…every day of the week!
I am so happy with Dr. Wittmus and the whole staff of Grateful Dental. They’re so helpful and friendly. I really felt like I was getting the kind of time and attention I required for my needs. The retainer I have is ingenious; no more teeth-grinding! Also, you can trust them: Dr. Wittmus would never recommend unnecessary dental work. This is my forever dental group!
Modern day medical care as somehow morphed into to an amalgamation of competing interests: the insurance company, the dentist’s office, your employer and yourself. This inefficient Chimera has the ability to not only make your life more complicated but also, and more importantly, hate going to the dentist. And you should never hate going to the dentist, especially if you have merely OK dental health. In walks the hero of our story, Grateful Dental, like a modern day Bellerophon, slaying this ugly Chimera so that your teeth and gums have a fighting chance. Extended hours so you don’t have to take a vacation day to go to the dentist, check. Accepting of almost all PPO plans, check. Nice and friendly people that will not make you feel super guilty about your flossing habits, check. Free parking, check. Excellent level of dental care, check. Recently, while traveling, I considered moving out of the country. However, my first thought was, I will still have to come back twice a year and go to Grateful Dental for my cleanings. I don’t think I’ve ever felt that strongly about a place, ever. Lest this review seem one-sided, I will say there is only one con about this place: the left turn on Central Ave. during rush hour is a bear. That’s not their fault, but a worthy mention if you appreciate a stable heart rate while driving here. Summary: Grateful Dental= A hero for your teeth, Your dental health = at its peak or they will work on it until it is there.
“Dr. W and his staff were just wonderful. I had not been to a dentist since before my chemotherapy treatments. My wife and I were so worried about my loose and broken teeth but Dr. W. made sure I was comfortable and now I can eat real food and smile again.”
Doctor Wittmus is a man of integrity, great professional and an awesome guy! He has the right values, the skills and the bedside manner that will make any patient instantly comfortable with him. If you are looking for a new dentist, look no further – Grateful Dental forever!!
Going to the dentist during a global pandemic was not my favorite thing to do on a Saturday morning. I was worried about exposure to Covid19. I have taken my precaution to this virus very serious and was extremely happy to see that Dr. Wittmus was as well. The new procedures in the office put me at ease right away and I just wanted to make sure everyone knew that. Thank you Dr. Wittmus and team for providing a safe office/procedures!
Just wanted to post feedback on today’s visit – GD staff are taking AWESOME precautions with COVID, by far leaps and bounds better than any other establishment and it made us feel very safe for our dental work today. Appreciate the UV cleaning of our phones – and love the mask!
My whole family loves coming here. My kids are 5 and 7. They complain more about vegetales than the dentist. Thats a big deal to us. I pesonally feel these are the best skilled and trained dentists and staff I have ever had. I can definitely tell the difference from other cleanings and fillings. Highly recommended. Off street parking. Office is In a home to make it all more inviting.
Dr. Wittmus and staff are the best! Great team if you suffer from dental anxiety, very patient and calming. Highly recommended!
Every time I come in, the standard worry of coming to a dentist just simply doesn’t exist. Dr. Wittmus is always clear and concise with what he is going to do and the staff always make sure that you feel comfortable before going at it. His humanitarian work is also a reason why I always choose to come back here for anything related to my teeth. Glad I found them!
I have found my Chicago Dentist and couldn’t be happier. Dr. Wittmus is genuine, extremely knowledgeable and makes you feel really comfortable in the chair. With a great support staff and his expertise, it makes going to the dentist an actual pleasure! Can’t recommend them high enough.
I’m a guy who hasn’t been to the dentist in years because I’ve hated the experiences enough to keep me from going. But knowing I had to at some point, I found Dr. Wittmus who changed my perspective. I’ve had a great experience going to him and plan to for as long as he is in practice. He put me at ease about getting dental work done, and he works quickly and perfectly. I’m impressed by him and have been recommending him to anyone looking for the best dentist around.
Grateful Dental Team
Dr. Wittmus received his Doctorate in Dental Surgery from Northwestern University in 1991. He also received a Bachelors degree in Zoology at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio in 1987. Prior to opening his general practice in 1993, Dr. Wittmus served as the Oral Surgery resident at Meriter Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. In 1995 Dr. Wittmus received a Fellowship with the Academy of Dentistry International. In 2007 he received the Gordon Christensen Fellowship. Dr. Wittmus was former chairman of the peer review committee for the Chicago Dental Society.
Dr. Calderon graduated with Dr. Wittmus from Northwestern University Dental school, class of 1991. Dr. Calderon lives with her family in Lincolnshire.
Chris received a Bachelor in biology in 1998 from Saint Xavier University and her dental hygiene certificate from Prairie State College in 2001. Before becoming a dental hygienist, she worked as a dental assistant and held the position of territory manager for Warner-Lambert Pharmaceuticals. Chris’ post-graduate certifications include dental anesthesia, nitrous oxide delivery and proficiency in laser therapy. She is passionate about her profession and strives for excellence by keeping herself current with all dental innovations and medical-dental research.
Chris likes to bake and spoils the office with her yummy baked goodies!
My name is Lauren. I have worked with Dr. Wittmus for over 20 years. Our experience working together makes us unique in the way that we perform dental procedures efficiently and of course without pain. I sympathize greatly with patients who have dental anxiety since I myself suffer from general anxiety. I do all that I can to make our patients feel comfortable before and during their dental appointments. I am very aware of infection control procedures and each procedure I set up for as if I am setting up to be the patient treated. I live in Edison Park with my husband of 19 years and my three wonderful daughters. I am grateful for the years I’ve spent with Dr. Wittmus and our staff and look forward to many more.
Hi everyone! My name is Annie! I live in Norwood Park with my husband Tim, our daughters Willow and Fiona, and our dogs Cooper and Kenzie. I started in dentistry in 2011 in Fairfax, Virginia, as a cross trained dental assistant/front office personnel. I worked part-time while attending Northern Virginia Community College, where I graduated with my associate’s degree. In 2013, I moved back to Chicago to attend the University of Illinois, where I graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in biology.
I couldn’t stay away from dentistry, and luckily, I found that Dr. Wittmus was hiring! I have been with this office since 2014! I am extremely passionate and am here to help you with any questions or concerns about dentistry, billing, insurance, or your treatment.
My favorite part about dentistry is when we can convert patients with dental anxiety (that haven’t been to the dentist in years) to patients that we see routinely! Additionally, I love when patients can “spit back” (no pun intended) dental information that we try so hard to teach!
My most used dental products are the Oral-B Genius electric toothbrush, Sensodyne toothpaste (the fresh mint flavor is the best, nice and minty!), Listerine Ultraclean floss, and my water flosser!
Hello, everyone! My name is Natalia, and I live in Jefferson Park with my Boston Terrier, Jackson. I’ve been working with Dr. Wittmus and the Grateful Dental team since 2014, which is when I first joined the dental field! I was previously working in the beauty industry as a licensed esthetician and makeup artist. When I was studying anatomy of the face, head and neck muscles, etc. in esthetics school, I never thought I would be applying my knowledge in a completely different setting, but it worked out perfectly! Dr. Wittmus trained me to be his dental assistant, and I’m cross-trained to help out at the front desk as well, so you may catch me answering the phone if you call our office.
My favorite part of dentistry is definitely getting to know all of our amazing patients. I’ve gotten to meet some really great people over the years! I also love learning all the new technology in dentistry and applying it in our office, which ensures that we are giving our patients the highest level of care available.
My favorite dental products are definitely my Sonicare toothbrush (even though the rest of the team prefers the Oral-B), and my Invisalign aligners!
Hi, my name is Emily and I am the newest member of the team! My mom has worked with Dr. Wittmus for over 20 years and I am following in her footsteps! In October 2022, I began training at Grateful Dental and I’ve grown deeply invested into dental assisting. Dr. Wittmus and the rest of the Grateful Dental team have been the best teachers and I’ve learned a lot working here. I plan to keep assisting while also continuing to find my career path.
Hi! My name is Sarah. I’ve been working at Grateful Dental since August of 2020. I’ve learned a lot and made many memories while working here. My mom, Lauren, has been working with Dr. Wittmus since before I was born, so working with my mom (and sister) has been great. I am currently pursuing a degree in Music Education at Northeastern Illinois University. I have been playing the flute for about 12 years now and can’t wait to share my love of music with my future students.