North Shore Oral & MaxilloFacial Surgery

I want to personally welcome you to the North Shore Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery website. Before you click through our services and procedures, I want to stress that above all else – my staff and I are dedicated to your well being. This means performing procedures with state-of-the-art surgical equipment, so you experience the most comfortable and successful surgery possible.

I am always updating my procedures to include the latest, safest, and most advanced techniques in oral and maxillofacial surgery, whether you come to us for a wisdom tooth extraction, implant, or corrective surgery.

We have selected our staff with particular concern for a warm and dedicated attitude. Please feel free to approach anyone on the staff if you have a question or concern.

Diane - Chief Surgical Coordinator

Diane has over 30 years of experience as a Dental Assistant and an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgical Assistant. She is highly qualified in all aspects of the practice including: dental implants, general anesthesia, IV sedation, patient education, human resource development, and head administrator for all clinical activities.
Diane always has a smile on her face. Her infectious personality immediately puts her patients at ease. Her expert comprehension of all office procedures enables her to communicate with authority and confidence on all questions presented by her patients.

Carolann - Office Manager

Carolann has over 15 years of experience in the medical and dental profession. She expertly handles all insurance matters, claims processing, scheduling and all required coordination between the patients and referring dentists.

Janet - Certified Dental Assistant

Janet has 30 years experience in the dental field, including her background at the University of Illinois College of Dentistry, Departments of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Dental Auxiliary Utilization. She has also been chief assistant in specialized private practices. Her expert dental education, clinical knowledge and experience allows her to assist Dr. Frank in any/all procedures throughout each day. Janet has a warm and comforting personality that puts her patients at ease for any procedure.

Kelly - Assistant Office Administrator

Kelly has worked in a dental office for over 15 years. She has both front desk and assisting experience. Kelly’s extensive knowledge of how a dental practice runs helps her relate to all of our patients concerns and questions.

Ron - Administrative Assistant

Ron has over 45 years of business experience with management responsibilities. He has been instrumental in supervising the maintenance of the standards of accreditation established by the Joint Commission on Accreditation (JCAHO). Ron also supports the staff by assisting in marketing, web site development, performance improvement, special projects and co-ordination in the daily details of the operation

Fredi - Public Relations cordinator

We have warm and caring environment, so you can relax and feel confident about your surgery results.

Dr. Frank received his undergraduate education at the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana.  He received his doctorate of dental surgery degree from Northwestern University, School of Dentistry-Chicago in 1987.  Dr. Frank was selected from numerous applicants by the American Cancer Society to participate in a head and neck cancer externship at the University of Chicago Hospital in 1986.  He then completed an intensive residency in oral and maxillofacial surgery at Howard University Hospital , District of Columbia General Hospital, and Veterans Administration Medical Center, Washington D.C..

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