Dr. Winterich grew up in the St. Louis metro area before moving to Chicago in 2008. He earned his B.S. in Biology at Southern Illinois University – Edwardsville and Doctorate of Dental Medicine (DMD) at Southern Illinois University – School of Dental Medicine in 2008. Since completing dental school, Dr. Winterich has gained experience in all aspects of general dentistry by taking several hours of continuing education (CE) courses. He enjoys providing comprehensive, high-quality dental treatment to patients of all ages, from children to seniors.
Xheni Basko (pronounced Jenny), DMD is a board-certified dentist, who specializes in medical and cosmetic dentistry. She believes in a partnership between patients and dentists. She strives to ensure that each patient’s voice is heard and each patient’s expectations are exceeded. Her practice philosophy is based on quality care, compassion and educating her patients about oral health. Dr. Basko is committed to providing outstanding, innovative dental care for her patients.
Cosmetic dentistry in Des Plaines allows patients to take the next step toward an improved smile in only a few dental visits at JT Family Dental. From whiter teeth to the replacement of missing teeth, cosmetic dentistry offers a solution for most patients that will get you smiling once again!
Our families mean the world to us, so why not ensure their health is taken care of? In order to remain healthy and happy, it is important to take care of your oral health, too. To help your entire family maintain healthy, glowing smiles, it is important to visit your family dentist at least twice a year.
Dental implants are securely attached, which allows you to gain the confidence you need to smile, eat, speak clearly, and gain freedom from embarrassment.
Visiting your dentist twice a year isn’t just for fun. It is actually an important part of maintaining that healthy, glowing smile. At JT Family Dental, we utilize special tools to ensure you receive optimal oral health care. With the help of our hygienist, we can properly clean your teeth and every crevice you might miss with a toothbrush.
Dental emergencies can catch you off-guard, but they should never be ignored. Ignoring a dental emergency might increase the risk of permanent damage or the need for expensive treatments. The golden rule is to see the dentist within thirty minutes or less to save on your tooth or prevent other complications.
Dental Bridges are natural-looking appliances that can fill in the gap caused by missing teeth. Simply put, bridges are natural-looking, custom-made, and barely noticeable teeth replacements. By utilizing dental bridges in Des Plaines, we can not only restore your smile by replacing missing teeth, but we will also be providing a more natural appearance and an improved proper bite relationship between your upper and lower teeth.
Once your dental crown is in place, it is important to maintain proper care of your teeth. While a crown has restored a tooth, it doesn’t mean the tooth is indestructible. With proper care, a good quality crown can last up to eight or more years.
Partial or full tooth loss can affect your self-confidence if not treated. It can also increase your risk of developing other systemic health and nutritional problems. Luckily, dentures can bring back your smile and make chewing and eating a normal process again.
There are two primary types of tooth extractions, simple and surgical. During a simple extraction, the dentist will use forceps to remove the tooth completely. In more complicated cases the tooth may be removed in pieces for your comfort. A simple extraction is performed under local anesthesia. Surgical extractions are performed by the dental surgeon in cases where a simple extraction is not possible. Surgical extractions are generally performed under general anesthesia.
Professional teeth whitening is the most effective and safest method available for improving the brightness of your teeth. If performed properly, teeth whitening can last as long as five years. That’s five years of more smiles and laughs! Over-the-counter teeth whitening systems can also be somewhat effective if monitored by a dentist.