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Hello, I am Dr. Bradley Dykstra
I founded Hudsonville Dental in 1978 to provide stable dental homes for those in the surrounding communities.
Me At A Glance:
- 40+ Years In Dentistry
- Respected Authority In The Dental Field
- Forbes Books Author of Gateway To Your Body
- Zeeland Hospital Board of Directors
- Along With Dentistry, Sailing Is A Passion Of Mine
Hello, I am Dr. Brian Yared
I value the personal interaction and the individuality of each and every one of my patients.
Me At A Glance:
- Absolutely love making my patients laugh.
- Received Top Dentist In Grand Rapids Multiple Times
- Favorite Treatment: Invisalign
- Favorite Movies: Godfather, Goodfellas, and Midnight Run
Hello, I am Dr. Joshua Peiffer
I am passionate about helping others maintain and improve their overall and oral health.
Me At A Glance:
- Love meeting people of all different walks of life
- Received Top Dentist In Grand Rapids
- Favorite Treatment: Dental Implants
- Favorite Movies: Happy Gilmore, Slapshot, and Marvel Movies
Hello, I am Dr. Jeremy Schell
I evaluate patients as individuals and work with them to fit their specific health needs and goals.
Me At A Glance:
- I love building relationships with my patients.
- Received Top Dentist In Grand Rapids Multiple Times
- Favorite Treatment: Invisalign
- Favorite Activities: Fishing, Hunting, Boating, Golfing, and Watching Sports
Hello, I am Dr. Benjamin Schell
I love that dentistry perfectly balances service and helping patients achieve stable oral and overall health.
Me At A Glance:
- I love helping my patients achieve a better quality of life
- Top 10% of my class in dental school
- Favorite Treatment: Root Canals & Crowns
- Favorite Authors: Tom Clancy, Dan Brown, and Jack Carr
Hello, I am Dr. Thomas Greidanus
I have always just wanted to serve my community and my passion for dentistry lets me do just that!
Me At A Glance:
- I love helping patients smile confidently again
- Community of Hope Medical Scholarship
- Favorite Treatment: Root Canals
- Favorite Movies: Lord of the Rings Two Towers, Waking Ned Devine, and Just Mercy
Hello, I am Dr. Swetha Madala
I enjoy when patients are part of the treatment planning process and understand the role they play in the direction we take it.
Me At A Glance:
- I am lucky to work with all patient populations
- Proud mother of two beautiful children
- Favorite Treatment: Crowns & Bridges
- Favorite Movies: Avengers & Spiderman
Hello, I am Dr. Scott Knurek
I am a learner at heart and am always looking for ways to improve my craft to provide the best care I can for the patients I love.
Me At A Glance:
- Passionate about continual education.
- American Dental Association & Michigan Dental Association Member
- Outside of the office you can find me either playing a round of golf or cooking up something in the kitchen!
Hello, I am Dr. Zachariah Smith
Through my work, I am able to enhance patients' overall health and well-being, while simultaneously boosting their self-confidence.
Me At A Glance:
- Served as a US Navy Corpsman for a Decade
- In a Dr. Pepper commercial with Garth Brooks back in 2002
- Favorite Treatments: Invisalign & Root Canal Therapy
- Favorite Movies: Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Snatch, Outlaw King
Hello, I am Dr. Ashleigh TurowsPeriodontal Specialist
Drawing on my love for science and healthcare, I aim to restore my patients' overall oral health and function, focusing on the technical and surgical aspects of Periodontics.
Me At A Glance:
- Proud veteran of the United States Army.
- Enjoys watching college and professional sports.
- Devoted mom to her adorable six-year-old son.
- Outdoor enthusiast, enjoying various activities in nature with family and friends.
Hello, I am Dr. Daniel Cabrera
I'm passionate about making quality dental care accessible to all our community members. Being bilingual allows me to connect with even more patients while using advanced technology to enhance everyone's understanding of oral health.
Me At A Glance:
- Fluent in English and Spanish to serve our diverse community
- Passionate about group fitness & aspiring aerobics kickboxing instructor.
- Avid woodworker who enjoys crafting furniture.
- Dedicated family man and father.
Hello. I am Dr. Reggie VanderVeen
My diverse background and lifelong commitment to dentistry motivate me to make a positive impact on patients' lives while advancing our profession.
Me At A Glance:
- Distinguished Service Award recipient from University of Michigan School of Dentistry (2022)
- Over 3 decades of experience in general practice
- Extensive leadership roles in local, state, and national dental organizations
- Dedicated mentor and consultant for dental practices
Hello. I am Dr. Lawrence Aitken
I believe great dentistry is a blend of precision and artistry, transforming not just smiles but lives through thoughtful, personalized care.
Me At A Glance:
- Master's in Fixed Prosthodontics from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry
- Favorite Treatment: Complex dental reconstructions and aesthetic enhancements
- Utilizes advanced Itero and Invisalign technology for optimal results
- Accomplished marathoner with a personal best of 3:09
Hello. I am Dr. Lena Qahwash
My goal is to leave every child with a healthier mouth, educate them and eliminate any sense of dental anxiety or fear they may have, thus giving them a positive outlook for future dental visits as they transition into adults.
Me At A Glance:
- Over 26 years of experience in family dentistry
- Owned and operated a successful family practice for 17 years
- Served as an Officer in the Michigan Army National Guard
- Marathon runner and ice cream enthusiast
Hello. I am Dr. Areum Son
My goal is simple: clear explanations, a calm pace, and care that feels doable, so every patient can make informed choices and leave with a healthier, more confident smile.
Me At A Glance:
- Care style: Comfort first • explain as we go • anxiety-aware
- Clinical interests: Crowns and gentle restorative care
- Loves baking, organizing tidy spaces, and knitting
- Languages: English and Korean
Hello. I am Dr. Kinnari Patel
My goal is for every patient to feel heard, informed, and comfortable. When you understand your options, it's easier to feel confident about your care.
Me At A Glance:
- Calm patient-centereed care
- 10+ years of private-practice ownership
- UCSF School of Dentistry honors graduate
- Proud coach of her son's Odyssey of the Mind team
Dr. Bradley Dykstra
Dr. Brian Yared
Dr. Joshua Peiffer
Dr. Jeremy Schell
Dr. Benjamin Schell
Dr. Thomas Greidanus
Dr. Swetha Madala
Dr. Scott Knurek
Dr. Zachariah Smith
Dr. Ashleigh Turows
Dr. Daniel Cabrera
Dr. Reggie VanderVeen
Dr. Lawrence Aitken
Dr. Lena Qahwash
Dr. Areum Son
Dr. Kinnari Patel
It can be hard to find a dentist
so why choose MI Smiles Dental?
- Same-Day Emergency Visits
- Anxiety-Free Visits With Nitrous Oxide
- Affordable Membership Plan for Uninsured Patients
- Dentistry For The Whole Family
- Latest In Advanced Dental Technology
- Virtually Any Service You Could Need Under One Convenient Roof
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MI SMILES MISSION
“To give people a better quality of life, the ability to smile with confidence, and enable them to have better overall health by improving their oral health.”
CORE VALUES
- We Are Ethical
- We Are Engaged
- We Are Systems-Based
- We Are Team Players
- We Always Act For The Greater Good
- We Are Positive
- We Understand And Practice Stewardship
- We Are Results-Oriented.
We can help you with virtually any service you would need
whatever it may be our judgment-free team has you covered!
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