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Gentle Dental Care

Hours Open:
Monday:
08:00 am - 07:00 pm
Tuesday:
08:00 am - 06:00 pm
Wednesday:
08:00 am - 06:00 pm
Thursday:
08:00 am - 07:00 pm
Friday:
08:00 am - 01:00 pm
Saturday:
08:00 am - 01:00 pm
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Overview

Anthony J. Collins, D.D.S. and his staff are known for their compassionate caring service when performing dental procedures. With today’s most advanced techniques and tools along with our skill and experience, we are committed to our practice and to making you smile with confidence.

Staff

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Our Hygienists, Nancy has been on staff since 1972 and Rosann since 1981, provide our patients with caring dental care and education so to obtain quality oral health, which is linked to our general health.

“Dr. Anthony” is how his friendly staff refers to Dr. Collins. His front desk staff and assistants are very professional and courteous; they work hard to make sure everyone leaves the office smiling.


Office

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Serving Mundelein, Illinois, the office of Anthony J. Collins, D.D.S. strives to give you the perfect smile. With over 80 years of combined experience, our commitment to excellence has earned us the reputation as the best cosmetic dentist in the area.

Prevention is the key to proper oral health. Our professional hygiene staff has the knowledge to educate you on how to properly care for your teeth and avoid future problems. We strive to educate our patients, as knowledge is power. Power to maximize the effectiveness of your home care and ward off more serious dental problems.

Financial Policies
Our friendly office staff is happy to handle your insurance papers for you, but we request payment for your first visit in full.

Patients with insurance are required to pay their portion, if any, at the time of service, or when the procedures are completed. Patients without insurance are required to pay for the full amount of service after completion of the procedure. If this is not possible, please speak with our friendly front office staff to work out a payment plan.

It is expected that your balance be paid in full within 90 days of your first billing statement unless you have made arrangements with our office. Monthly payments can also be made automatically via a credit card number.


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Anthony J. Collins, D.D.S. and his staff are known for their compassionate caring service when performing dental procedures. With today's most advanced techniques and tools along with our skill and experience, we are committed to our practice and to making you smile with confidence.

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Qualifications

Dr. Anthony J. Collins graduated from University of Illinois-Chicago Dental School in 1995. He is a member in good standing of the American Dental Society, Chicago Dental Society, and the Illinois State Dental Society. Coming from a dental family his sister, Rose, preceded him in the practice. She moved in 1996 to Arizona due to her husband’s employment and she now lives in London, England with her five children and husband. All of Dr. Anthony Collins’ siblings worked in the dental office at one time or another. His father’s brother and his son are oral surgeons in Missouri.

Dr. Anthony J. Collins has been married to his wife, Andrea, since 1994 and they have three children: Shea, Chase, and Brendan and also the family pet, a pug named Leo. He has been a resident of Mundelein all his life and a graduate of Carmel High School. He is a children’s liturgy leader at St. Mary of the annunciation and volunteers monthly at Health Reach Clinic for the underprivileged.

In January 2009 doctor traveled to rural Nigeria with his 11 year old daughter, Shea, to participate in a medical mission with Hands and Hearts International. The team provided free medical and dental care for two weeks to one of the poorest areas in Nigeria. Doctor plans on returning in 2011 with his sister, Rose. He feels that he received more from the experience then he was able to give in spite of the long hot days, so many people and knowing he would not be able to help all of them.

Both Dr. Anthony J. Collins and his wife have participated in Ragbrai, a ride across the state of Iowa, sharing a tandem bike for the last several years. They are also both avid triathletes. He completed the Chicago Marathon in 2008 and plans to compete in the Wisconsin Ironman in September 2009. He also enjoyed building his 1965 Cobra from a kit, which he drives to the office only when the sun is shining. He is also a member of the Libertyville Sunrise Rotary.

Procedures

General Dentistry

  • Emergency Care
  • Oral Surgery
  • Sealants
  • Dental Exams & Cleanings
  • Dental X-Rays
  • Home Care

Cosmetic Dentistry

  • White, Silver & Gold Fillings
  • Porcelain Crowns (Caps)
  • Porcelain Fixed Bridges
  • Porcelain Veneers
  • Tooth Whitening

Restorative Dentistry

  • Dental Bonding
  • Dental Implants
  • Dentures & Partial Dentures
  • Fixed Bridges
  • Root Canal Therapy

Periodontal Treatment

  • Diagnosis
  • Treatment
  • Maintenance