“My satisfaction in practice comes from restoring patients to optimal oral health and function. Satisfaction also comes by those healthy patients having the education and motivation to appreciate their oral health and maintain it for the rest of their lives.”

~Thomas Braun, D.D.S., M.S.

Dr. Thomas Braun takes great pride and care in treating his patients. He has strong ties to his community and prides himself on giving back to the community. Dr. Braun grew up downstate and he has been practicing in the local area since 1990. He spends time working at the Will Grundy Free Clinic and is also involved in several local study clubs.

Dr. Braun attended the University of Illinois, where he completed his graduate degree. He became a Doctor of Dental Surgery in 1985, and he then went on to get his Masters in Histology and Certificate in Periodontics in 1988. Histology is the microscopic study of tissues, how they form, their structure and their function.

He believes strongly in continuing education to ensure he can offer you the latest treatment options. Dr. Braun has done many courses on implants, including several with top experts in the country. He prides himself on maintaining the highest standards, and works to uphold the highest standard of care in placing dental implants. To him, the greatest compliment a patient can give is "I can't even tell the dental implant is there."

Dr. Braun places great importance on patient care and comfort. He takes great care to ensure that you are relaxed and comfortable. Dr. Braun stresses patient education, and he will work to make sure you fully understand your treatment options. He prides himself on offering alternatives and answering your questions in a calm, non-pressured environment. Both he and his staff are concerned and compassionate about your well-being. They will address any concerns or anxiety you have about your treatment.

Associations

Dr. Braun is currently President for the Will County Dental Society.

He is also a member of many dental societies and organizations, including:

• American Dental Association
• Illinois State Dental Society
• American Academy of Periodontology
• Midwest Society of Periodontists
• Illinois Society of Periodontists
• Academy of Osseointegratoin
• American Dental Society of Anesthesiology

Education

• Certificate in Periodontics 1988
  University of Illinois, Chicago College of Dentistry

• Master of Science in Histology* 1988
  University of Illinois, Chicago College of Dentistry

• Doctor of Dental Surgery 1985
  University of Illinois, Chicago College of Dentistry

• Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Chemistry 1980
  Illinois Wesleyan University
  Bloomington, Illinois

• Campion Jesuit High School 1975
  Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin

On a Personal Note

Dr. Braun is married and has 2 children. He enjoys playing golf and spending time working in the Will-Grundy Free Clinic.

Teaching Positions

Dr. Braun was a clinical instructor in the periodontal undergraduate program at the University of Illinois at Chicago from 1988-1993. He continues to be involved in study clubs and other educational activities in the area.

* Histology is the microscopic study of tissues - their formation, structure and function.