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"My dental implant experience with Dr. Kolinski was brought to mind at the Change of Command Ceremony I attended this year to honor my son in law's achievement. As I smiled, a memory of Dr. Kolinski dressed in formal wear flashed in my mind. He met me at his office on his way to a wedding to examine me with concerns I had with my implants. His extra effort and caring made my experience exceptional. My ability to smile openly and freely was a direct result of having dental implants done....Thanks Dr. Kolinski!"

- Carol Patrick, patient

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Our Staff

Maria – Treatment Coordinator, Practice Manager Maria was born and raised in New York. She joined our staff in 1991. Maria and her husband, Bob, raised three children in the Fox Valley area. We are fortunate to have Maria serve our patients as Treatment Coordinator. Her excellent communication and organization skills combined with her knowledge of dentistry help provide each patient with a clear understanding of their individual treatment plan. Maria eases our patients through scheduling appointments, financial matters, insurance questions, and medical concerns. The position of Practice Manager involves everyday practice management, as well as management of our wonderful staff. Maria keeps our office personnel informed, as well as motivated. Maria works together with our staff to insure our patients receive excellent care by making improvements in communications, treatment and the physical environment of our office.
Brenda – Administrative Assistant, Treatment Coordinator Brenda joined our staff in April 2007. We are fortunate to have Brenda as part of our management team. Brenda has had over 17 years of experience in both marketing and legal administration. She has brought with her a great deal of organizational and people skills. Brenda works closely with Dr. Kolinski and Dr. Crosby to provide assistance preparing for and running seminars for our referring doctors. She also works as Dr. Crosby’s treatment coordinator for all her new patients. Brenda, originally from Chicago, has four children and has resided in the Fox Valley area for the past 20 years. Outside of trying to keep up with the lives of her children and granddaughter, Brenda enjoys participating in outdoor sports, music and travel.
Dental Assistants Our dental assistant staff is a multifunctional/multitasking team. Their primary goal is to assist in the treatment and care of our patients. They are also the “go to” people if a patient has a general question relating to their treatment. Each dental assistant is responsible for the operation of all treatment related activities. We are fortunate to have a wealth of experience in our dental assistants. All combined, our dental assistance provide 114 years of dental implant and periodontal experience.
Pam – Dental Assisting Coordinator Dental Assisting Coordinator – Pam began working in the dental field at age sixteen. After raising her two children, she joined our staff in 1986. Patient comfort, inventory control, staffing, and assisting are only a few of the many duties Pam completes each day in our office. Outside of the office Pam enjoys spending time with her husband and four grandsons. She gardens in the summer, and uses most of her vacation time during the winter months to spend time at the beach.
DI Dianne began her career in our office in 1995. Patients and fellow staff members are fortunate to experience Di’s warm, compassionate personality. With Di’s assistance during treatment, even the most anxious of personalities can relax and feel at ease. Di multitasks in our office by performing duties at our front desk.
Gillian Gillian began her career with us in 2006. She has over 20 years experience working in the dental field. Getting to know each of her patients and assisting to all of their individual needs is what she enjoys most. Outside of dental assisting Gill keeps life interesting with seven children, raised in Sugar Grove, and their many activities. She enjoys interior decorating, landscape design and doll collecting.
Megan Since 1995 Megan has worked as a dental assistant in both a general practice setting and as part of a periodontal team assisting in implant surgery. Megan joined our team in 2007 and for that we owe many thanks to her husband who was a patient at the time. Megan enjoys the challenge of being part of a group that specializes in the latest periodontal techniques and technology. She spends her free time with her husband, their daughters, Izzy, newest arrival, Sophia, and with their families. Megan also values the time she spends with her nieces, nephew, and goddaughter. Her hobbies include crafts, gardening and cooking.
Angie Angie joined our staff in April of 2008 bringing 20 years of oral surgical and medical experience. Angie enjoys working chair side keeping our patients comfortable, and helping to educate them regarding their care. Angie presents herself with a very calm and kind nature to each and every patient she meets. Outside the office Angie values the time spent with her husband and two children. Her other hobbies are softball, biking and gardening.
Jessica Jessica joined us in June of 2009. She has 8 years experience – mainly in oral surgery. Jessica’s knowledge of patient computer charting has helped her to quickly adapt to the level of up-to-date technology our practice offers. Native of Dundee, Illinois, Jessica currently resides in the western suburbs with her husband and daughter. The family has a Mastiff named Mya and a cat named Maximus. Aside from her time at work and with her family Jessica enjoys cooking.
Racquel Racquel joined our staff in July of 2009. She brings with her 11 years of experience in general, periodontics and orthodontics fields of dentistry. She is a native of Schaumburg and currently lives in western suburbs with husband and son. In her free time Racquel enjoys the time she spends at their Wisconsin home with her husband, son and their families. She also enjoys shopping, crafts, gardening and cake decorating.
Patricia Patty joined our dental assistant team in October, 2009. She has been in the dental field since she was 17 years old. Patty started her career in general dentistry and has spent the last eight years in oral surgery. She quickly learned the ropes and we have already discovered her bilingual contribution to our Spanish speaking patients. Patty was born in California and currently lives in Montgomery with her husband, two children and their two dogs, Bella and Princess. Patty enjoys spending time with her children, cooking, shopping and heading to the gym for a good weight workout.
Christen Christen joined our team of dental assistants in 2010, shortly after receiving her dental assistant education from Elgin Community College. Prior to this, Christen attended Northern Illinois University where she studied physical education and health sciences. Christen received her Associates of Sciences at McHenry County College. Christen has wasted no time in getting to know the needs of both doctors and patients. She extends herself without hesitation, and with a smile, in any area needed for both patients and her team. Christen, originally from Crystal Lake, currently resides with her fiancé, Lawrence and their dog, Pauley in the Western Suburbs. She enjoys spending time with her two nephews, family, and friends and loves concerts with great music!
Dental Hygiene Our dental hygiene staff has many years of periodontal expertise. Each of our three hygienists is skillfully trained in the recognition and treatment of gum disease, as well as in monitoring our patients’ general well-being as it relates to the maintenance of good dental health. Our hygienists work closely with our doctors to provide the best individual care possible.
Irene Irene Boltz joined our staff in 1986. She is a 1979 graduate of Marquette University. Irene balances her career with raising three wonderful boys in Sycamore, Illinois. Irene’s personal life revolves around wrestling mats and being an advocate for children with autism. As a result of Irene’s experience in the periodontics field, and her constant need to share her knowledge with others, we have put into action a plan, lead by Irene, to team up with area dental practices though a program called “Lunch and Learn.”
Jane Jane has practiced dental hygiene for the past 30 years. We were fortunate to have her join our practice in 1987. Jane enjoys the challenges of both periodontics and general dentistry while working with children and families. Jane attended Southern Illinois University and received her dental hygiene degree from Prairie State College. Jane has two adult children and two wonderful grandsons who she considers to be the “Lights of her Life.”
Terri Terri, a graduate from Prairie State College in Chicago Heights began her career as a hygienist over 25 years ago. She joined our practice in 1984 an worked for 16 years in both our St. Charles and DeKalb offices before taking a short hiatus to have a family. We were thrilled when Terri returned working on a part-time basis as her rapport with her patients is hard to match. Terri currently lives in the Fox Valley area with her two daughters and when she isn’t working, or being a Mom she enjoys golf, weight lifting, cooking and as of late, biking!
Front Office Staff The friendly faces of our business team are the first to greet you as you walk into our office. Our business staff handles the daily activities that create the organized flow of our office. They manage patient scheduling, registration, phone calls, and patient concerns. If they cannot answer a question, they will find someone who can.
Insurance Administrators
Deb Deb is a native of suburban Illinois. Her daughter, son-in-law, and two wonderful grandsons live nearby and Deb thoroughly enjoys the time she can spend with them. We were fortunate to have Deb join our office as Insurance Administrator in 1999 after leaving a long career in banking. Deb’s keen knowledge of the insurance industry enables her to serve our patients in a prompt and reliable manner. Although we are proud of Deb’s many talents, we are most impressed by her ability to recognize a patient’s face – we have yet to stump her.
Shannon Shannon, as our transcriptionist has provided our doctors with service for over four years. In 2009 Shannon took on the role of insurance associate. Shannon’s background has provided her with multi-faceted abilities to take on most any project/job presented to her. Shannon has many years of experience in both business and legal administration. Shannon, originally from Dundee, Illinois, now resides with her husband and two beautiful daughters, a dog named Claire and a cat named Buddy in the Fox Valley Area. Besides volunteering in her daughter’s activities Shannon enjoys volleyball, softball, crocheting and reading. Please feel free to contact Shannon with any questions you may have regarding your insurance.
Business Assistants
Suzanne Suzy joined our practice in 2002. Her past experience in the business world allows Suzy to handle just about any situation with professionalism. Suzy brings energy and organization to our front desk. Suzy lives in the Fox Valley area with her husband and three sons who keep her very busy when she is away from the office. When Suzy is not working she enjoys swimming.
Debbie Debbie joined our practice team in 2004. Prior to joining our staff, she worked in a variety of office settings allowing her to be flexible in most any situation. Debbie brings a sense of comfort and stability to our front desk. Debbie, her husband and two children live in the western suburbs where she has lived for the last 21 years. They have a daughter who attends Northern Illinois University and a son who is a senior in high school. Debbie and her family take advantage of the summer months and boat as often as possible.
Julie Julie joined our practice in 2010. Julie has successfully joined the workforce once again after many years of being home with her children and years of volunteering in the school library. She has quickly demonstrated her ability to understand the process and communication involved in being a business associate. Her computer experience both on and off-line allows us to receive and communicate all patient information directly and confidentially with referring dentists. Originally from Itasca, Julie and her husband have spent the last 18 years residing in the Fox Valley area with their three children. Julie enjoys both summer and winter activities with her family, including boating and snow skiing.