Endodontic & Periodontic Associates

I too saw Dr. Wiersma for a root canal. I found his demeanor ok and not caring about the patient. I found the receptionist staff to be horrible. They are preoccupied talking amongst themselves about Girl Scout cookies and other things to care for the patient. When they call your name they don’t try to make you feel comfortable; as a matter of fact, I felt unwelcome. So I feel that my money and dental insurance payment is also unwelcome and I am seeking another place for treatment.
Note to staff: We’re paying you for your services so be nicer to clientele.

I had a root canal with Dr. Wiersma in the Oak Lawn office in March 2015. After he gave me the novocaine injection, I felt uncomfortable, jittery and experienced my first Panic Attack. I told him I was nervous and he said «you will be fine», I told him my chest was tight and he said «it will be quick».
When I asked to sit up before he went into my mouth, he was upset, got up and walked into another exam room to see another patient! His assistant got me an ice pack for the back of my neck and calmed me down. He came back into the room and said «Are you ready or not?» He was rude, ignorant, insensitive and arrogant.
I would never recommend him to anyone. I am a professional in the medical field with over 25 years of experience. This traumatic experience has left me feeling anxious for every dental visit. He needs to attend several seminars on sensitivity training.

I was sent here by dentist for a root canal and scheduled an appointment with Dr. Alex. I could not have happier with my experience.
I got an appointment quickly — which was fantastic given I was in a great deal of pain — and after establishing I would, in fact, need a root canal, Dr. Alex got me in later that afternoon to get it started and at least get me out of pain.
I’m not one with high anxiety when it comes to dental work. However, this was my first root canal, and I really appreciated the thorough explainations and overall care that was taken by both the doctor and the various hygenists.
I was slightly miffed about having to pay 30% up front since my insurance covers 80%, but I understand. This isn’t a cheap proceedure, and from what I’ve heard I have exceptional dental coverage so I imagine they probably spend a lot of time trying to collect money from people. I do appreciate how quickly they returned the over payment to me though.
I’ve already recommended this place to a friend!

If you need a dentist that specializes in Periodontics (implants or gum and bone heath) or Endodontics (root canal therapy) in the Chicago area, this is the place to go. I have seen some beautiful work in an extensive online photo gallery by one of the periodontists, Dr. Adam, and have been impressed.
If i was in the Chicago area and needed an implant or the supporting structures around my teeth (gums and bone) needed attention, I’d make and apt for a consultation with Dr. Adam asap.

I can’t believe nobody has reviewed here yet, so here goes:
I haven’t seen a dentist in nearly a decade (don’t do this…) and I developed an abscess on a tooth. After an emergency dental visit I scheduled here for a root canal. I’m also high anxiety and (was) extremely terrified of getting any dental work because of past experiences. Going here? Best decision ever.
The front desk receptionists are beyond kind and very, very nice. The assistant I had was very gentle, and Dr. Wiersema, who did my root canal, was extremely gentle, explained everything he was going to do and made sure to keep me comfortable throughout the whole process. I’m a giant baby with pain and I really did not feel anything other than a pinch here and there towards the end of my root canal. I did have nitrous (I really suggest this if you have fear of the dentist, it does help) and they let me listen to my iPod during the process. I don’t think I was in the chair for more than an hour, if even that long!
Dental work can be painful, but this place is proof that it doesn’t have to be.