Washington Dental Care
Peter Hammes, DDS:
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★★★★★

DENTAL TREATMENTS OFFERED

Dental cleaning

White fillings

Crowns

Inlays & onlays

Bridges

Clear aligners

Porcelain veneers

Teeth whitening

Dentures & partials

Root canal treatment

Tooth extraction

TMJ treatment

Dental implants

CLEAR ALIGNER SERVICES

OFFICE HOURS

Monday: 10:00 am to 7:00 pm

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: 10:00 am to 7:00 pm

Thursday: Closed

Friday: 8:00 am to 3:00 pm

Saturday: 8:00 am to 3:00 pm

Sunday: Closed

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PATIENT REVIEWS

I went for an appointment for tooth pain right before Xmas. Dr. Hammes was very helpful to diagnose and provided me with painkiller prescription, although only ibuprofen. Then they scheduled me for treatment in 3 weeks, while the pain was only getting worse. I had to go somewhere else to get a surgery. Now, 5 months later, I suddenly get a $100 bill from them on top of $100 that I had to pay at the appointment, even though I have insurance. $200 for a pack of Ibuprofen is ridiculous. UPD: Just had a call from them telling me that they are going through an administrative change and these charges will be removed. So no complaints, great place, very friendly staff!

Everyone was extremely nice and they thoroughly walk you through what they are doing so their is no confusion and you’re not left uncomfortable. They make you feel welcomed when you walk in, and not to mention how clean it is. I definitely recommend this place to anyone that is typically nervous In a dental office such as myself.

Today I was in desperate need of emergency dental services and I stumbled upon Washington Dental Care and boi was I lucky. This was the best experience I’ve received as far as pain, time, and overall customer service the office it great and the whole nine yards! I’ll definitely be back for all my dental needs!

5 well-deserved stars for Dr. Hammes and his team, Washington Dental Care is by far the best dentist office I’ve ever been to! I went in for a checkup and I left the office amazed by Dr. Hammes’ kindness, transparency, and professionalism. Not to mention how modern the equipment was. Despite I was about to move across countries, I decided to get my Invisalign treatment started with Dr. Hammes and I can say, with no doubt, it’s been the best decision I have made! He explained the ins and outs of the procedure, and he’s been collaborative and supportive throughout the treatment, until the very end. Thanks again Dr. Hammes for such an incredible customer experience!

For years, I have been petrified of dentists – a fear that cropped up after having woken up during oral surgery some years ago (different dentist/different practice). My previous dentist couldn’t even complete general exams because I would shake uncontrollably. That has all changed since I have switched to Washington Dental (on recommendation from another SUPER happy patient). Mary Beth was so astoundingly compassionate at intake (and she even called me after my appointments on her own PTO time to follow up – just to see how I was doing!). She TRULY cares about patients and she’s absolutely incredible! And Dr Cecchini …. wow! Just wow! My first appointment was an exam and a partial cleaning and he was so understanding and patient with me throughout the entire appointment. At one point, the sounds of the water pick startled me during the cleaning and he stopped to let me compose myself and allowed me to take all the time I needed – he was so kind. He was also gentle-handed, professional, knowledgeable and answered all of my questions (even the silliest, most irrational ones). He treated me with absolute dignity and respect. My second appointment was completing the cleaning and filling a cavity and Dr Cecchini again showed me incredible respect and dignity, all while doing the most FANTASTIC job. I can’t remember the last time I felt so confident about my teeth – they feel GREAT! I will NEVER go to another dentist. If I have to travel across the country, I’ll do it. Seriously, if you want an OUTSTANDING dentist and a practice that TRULY cares about you … this is where you need to go!!

Dr. Hammes and his staff are as good as it gets. They always take the extra step to ensure you are both informed and comfortable. Dr. Hammes is extremely personable and the care he has for his patients is evident in every interaction. Can not recommend enough. If you’re looking for a better dental experience, you’ve found the right place!

Dr. Hammes and his staff are the best! I love how they are open until 7pm on Monday and Wednesday and Saturday from 8am- 1pm. I don’t need to take time off work to go to the dentist. I have braces and my ortho is all the way in Naperville. Every time I have to drive over an hour to see my ortho. One time the wire of my braces was poking my cheek and I didn’t want to make the drive. I was going to bear the pain until my next ortho appointment but Dr. Hammes told me to come in and he helped me trim the wire that was sticking out. Dr. Hammes genuinely cares for his patients. Last summer (2018), Dr. Hammes even threw a small customer appreciation party for all his customers.

Went for a cleaning and Sue was fabulous! She’s friendly, warm, funny and very patient educating me on oral hygiene and giving me excellent tips. A true professional. Excellent first impression! I found the staff very friendly, doctor Cecchini was very knowledgeable, kind and thorough in the explanation of my treatment plan, educating me along the way and answering all my questions. They use the latest advanced technology for screening and xrays making it very easy to understa

Overall was an excellent experience. The entire staff was helpful and friendly from the booking process all the way through the dental work on the day of my appointment. Office was very clean and inviting – there was even free parking right at the door! Dr Cecchini has a steady hand and a gentle way about him. Couldn’t have been more satisfied with my cleaning, as well as Dr. C taking the time to answer my questions and make me feel right at home. Will definitely be returning!

I was referred to Dr. Hammes by a friend.  He and his entire team from the front desk to dental assistant (Karlene) were excellent.  He even took time to show me how to floss correctly because he said most people do it wrong (he was right, I’ve been doing it wrong)!  I called day of and they worked to fit me in at 4:30.  I was a first time patient (and needed a few X-rays), but they didn’t rush the process and the team stayed until after I knew the office would have typically been closed.  Amazing experience and would highly recommend!

Dr. Hammes, Dr. Wulfsohn, & the entire staff are always welcoming & friendly! They accommodating to me & my schedule, they are thorough and explain the processes, which can put any anxious client at ease! They make you feel comfortable, like you are a part of their family. Clean, new, and modern facility!

I went here looking for a new dentist after a couple of bad experiences at other clinics. I have found the new place for me moving forward. Dr. Cecchini and Sue were great. I felt like they weren’t rushing me through the visit and were happy to sit and talk about my concerns. Highly recommend.

My first visit to Washington dental was for a last minute emergency appointment and I had such a great experience that I switched them to my regular dentist! Right when you walk in the door Keisha, front desk reception, is very welcoming and helpful and I never have to wait longer than 5 minutes which is a huge plus when visiting during a work day. Dr. Hammes is great! He explains everything he does in detail so I never feel uncomfortable no matter what the procedure. On top of that he is incredibly nice and professional and his work is top notch!

My first visit to Washington Dental Care was great! The office staff was very welcoming and helpful. Dr. Hammes impressed me with his bedside manner and ability to discuss procedures in layman’s terms. The whole experience was positive. I feel I’m in good hands and look forward to continued care. A+

I’ve lived in Chicago for two years and have been to 3 different dental offices, and am happy to say that after shopping around and being the pickiest and most scrutinizing of patients, I’ve found the one–Washington Dental Care! The office is extremely transparent about the costs of each procedure and they do not try to sell any unnecessary procedures– Dentists in the past: “You have to get 5 cavities filled.” Dr. Hammes: “You have one cavity.” Dr. Hammes has incredible attention to detail– Dentists in the past: “How’s your bite? It’s OK? Ok, great!” Dr. Hammes: “How’s your bite? It’s only OK? No, let’s make sure we get it to 100%.” And just general dedication to his patients– Dentists in the past: “We will be back in the office on Monday.” Dr. Hammes: “If you have any issues, there is an after hours emergency number.” Dr. Hammes takes the time to explain everything in civilian language and answers every question (and I always have dozens!). I love that I can book an appointment online via ZocDoc too. I’ve already recommended this place to a few people and almost regret writing this review. I am hoping I’ll still be able to get an appointment at this place for my next cleaning! (HUGE shout out to Liz from this office who is the best dental professional ever. Minutes before I was going to get my wisdom tooth removed, I started panicking and crying; Liz held my hand and comforted me and told me stories to help calm me down. She was amazing and I am forever grateful to her kindness.)

I’ve recently relocated from Michigan to Illinois & it was time to swap out healthcare options in the big city. I came across Washington Dental care & it was the best decision I could have made. The staff walks you through the entire process, they’re patient & very friendly. I felt comfortable enough to make another appointment a week later! Thank you for the hospitality!

I recommend Dr. Hammes to all my friends for his thoroughness and how friendly his office/team feels. I rest assured knowing my dental health is in good hands and it is always an absolute pleasure visiting the office for my bi-annual check up. I just went today and it feels like I went to the spa- but for my teeth. Keep up the great work Dr. Hammes and team!

Great experience with this group! Start to finish they did a great job. I had questions on additional dental care outside of the normal cleaning and they stopped and took the time to address everything with me. They were compliant with all COVID practices. I would highly recommend using this group!

Highly recommend Washington Dental Care! It’s always daunting to try and choose a dentist in a new city. Thankfully, my wife and I came across this practice early. Having met with both, you can’t go wrong with Dr. Hammes or Dr. Cecchini. Both are patient, present, and very insightful. It’s a modern space with excellent service, easy parking/access, and a clear focus on both quality and cleanliness. Again, highly recommend!!

If I could rate this dental team more than 5 stars….I WOULD!!! Dr. Hammes and his team at Washington Dental is by far the best! Everyone there is so nice, friendly, and professional. Dr. Hammes takes exceptional care for his patients and their dental needs. I had a bad run of luck with my last dentist, but when I came to see Dr. Hammes he put my worries and fears behind me. He is always very gentle while working, always asked how you are doing, thoroughly explains the procedure before beginning, and he’s been collaborative and supportive throughout the treatment, until the very end. Not to mention, the office is always so clean and inviting. The technology used in his office was nothing like I’ve ever seen at any office before.

Outstanding Dr. Peter Hammes is as kind, compassionate and professional as recommended in the reviews that swayed me and his wonderful assistant Dr. Cecchini is a true compliment to his character and craft. The secretary Vanessa was able to work with my uninsured budget and I Praise Jah everything went smoothly. I set an appointment last night and received an immediate response, came in this morning and left with a successful wisdom tooth extraction and confidence my dental health is in good hands.

very happy with my appointment. everybody was super nice. they explained everything they were doing. You get to watch à Netflix show while they are working on your teeth. I was interested in Invisalign and they were able to assist me, explain and quote. No wait either. I got to see the dentist right when I came to the office. It’s also easy to get a follow up appointment. you don’t have to wait weeks to come back. really don’t hesitate if you want a great dentist!

Post Pandemic I was searching for a dentist office, I stumbled across Washington Dental Care during this time. I’ve been a patient at this office for some time now and all of my experiences have been beyond amazing . From the time that I walked into the office being greeted by the professional lady at the front desk, until i received services by a professional, experienced, and knowledgeable dentist . My experience with Dr. Cecchini was astonishing, he was very gentle and supportive throughout my Invisalign experience. In which I am satisfied with my results . Mary Beth was also very helpful and informative about the whole dental service process. If you are looking for a GREAT place to go to receive GREAT dental care services , WASHINGTON DENTAL CARE is the place to go .

Just completed nothing short of a 5+ star experience at Washington Dental. Prior to my appointment, the administrative staff were very communicative and pleasant about the process-this continued throughout my time there. The X-ray Technician (Ms Gonzalez) and the Dental Hygienist (Sue) were extremely knowledge and professional. Sue took the time to show me how to improve my brushing and flossing techniques so that I could minimize bone loss/gum recession in such a professional and graceful demeanor. Sue made the cleaning seamless. Moreover, Dr. Cecchini delivered a very digestible assessment of my teeth, explaining what’s going well and where I can improve. He answered my questions with candor and I never got the impression I was being ‘sold’ on other services that I didn’t need like I have experienced at other practices. Overall, I had a great experience and I’m sure anyone considering this dentist will too! (Bonus: my partner got a referral credit for referring me and I got the chance to have a nice conversation with Dr. Hammes, who runs the practice, about some old military stories).

It has been over a decade since I’ve been to dentist and I was terrified. Dr Hammes and everyone in the office were absolutely amazing at making me feel calm and in safe hands. He listened to me and didnt judge when I told him how long it had been. He agreed with my assessment of my mouth and was gentle in telling me how to care for it once my cleanings were done. I’m so glad I went and I’m even happier to go back for check ups and regular cleanings. Thank you to the entire staff at this office.

My entire life I have been afraid of the dentist. I’ve always had awful teeth. A mixture of genetics and bad habits. I usually manage to avoid the dentist for 2 years at a time, even if something is noticably wrong that warrants going in asap. It took a really bad emergency root canal(if you’ve ever needed one,you understand the urgency) to get me to look for a new one. Thanks to ZocDoc I stumbled upon Dr. Hammes. Of course I was nervous…1. For what I KNEW I needed done 2. For what would be discovered that I needed done from my own neglect of visiting the dentist regularly. Once I got there and started talking with him, he was very transparent. Obviously being me, I knew it wasn’t going to be great news. The way he talked me through what’s happening and what we would need to do, I felt not only confident about moving forward with the treatment plan but also coming back to make sure I never put myself in this situation again. And that was before work was even done. Before, during, and after, Dr. Hammes gave me his genuine professional consultation with recommendations on what would happen before during and after. I in general am a lot of work in terms of teeth. He worked with me on a plan that would easily coincide with my dental insurance but also didn’t leave me paying an oral car payment out of pocket(I hit my insurance limit). He is so fairly priced from what I’ve seen and compared over the years. I still have a bit more work to go, because I have put so much neglect into my teeth that I require more visitations than a small town funeral home BUT I am no longer afraid. I look forward to the appointments because I do not feel shamed. I can’t say that what I need done is better than I expected, but I understand it and finally have a dentist that partners and consults with me. After each procedure he makes himself 100% available. If I’m nervous about side effects or something that feels not quite right, I can get ahold of him no matter the day or time and get helpful advice or reassurance.It feels productive getting it done, and I’m excited for the completion of my tune-up. No one else will ever touch my teeth.

I was pretty skeptical of all the 5 star reviews when I was searching for a dentist last week, but I’ve just returned from my first visit with Dr. Hammes and the Washington Dental Care staff and I had to make sure I boasted about the great experience. Breaking it down: -Ease of booking: I booked through opencare on the spot. Took one minute. I then got a confirmation via text message and documents I could fill out via zocdoc. -Reception: The ladies working there are wonderful. Prompt and helpful. I got documents on zocdoc but I’m lazy and didn’t fill them out. No problem! They had it all covered. -Actual dental service: I have never had a dentist and not the hygienist spend as much time as Dr. Hammes did with me. He practically did the whole cleaning (albeit not a generic one). Also, I’m a baby, and he offered to numb me for the deep cleaning needs. Having experienced a deep cleaning through pure grit, I really appreciated it. -Pricing Transparency: They covered everything with me before they did it and even followed up on some concerns I had with my insurance company. Very professional group here – I will be back!

I can’t say enough good things about Dr. Hammes. He is by far the most professional and KIND doctors I’ve ever had the pleasure of having. Not only is he very educational, but goes out of his way to ensure his patients are healthy and well taken care of. Last time I was in his office, I was going through a rough patch and he noticed something was off and took the time to just ask me if I was okay after the actual appointment. I was really taken aback by the fact that he (who is extremely busy) would take the time out of his day just to be kind and make sure I was okay. The world really needs more doctors like Dr. Hammes. He also actually got me to finally floss…he’s a true miracle worker 🙂 I recommend Washington Dental Care to anyone. You are in great hands with the entire staff! Thank you Dr. Hammes for being a true healthcare provider in an era where that becomes less and less frequent.

I’ve been coming to Dr. Hammes and Washington Dental for about 4 years. The front desk staff is always friendly and accommodating. Dr. Hammes and the other Dentists puts you at ease and makes the whole going to the dentist situation less stressful Check them out!

My entire life I have been afraid of the dentist. I’ve always had awful teeth. A mixture of genetics and bad habits. I usually manage to avoid the dentist for 2 years at a time, even if something is noticably wrong that warrants going in asap. It took a really bad emergency root canal(of you’ve ever needed one,you understand the urgency) to get me to look for a new one. Thanks to ZocDoc I stumbled upon Dr. Hammes. Of course I was nervous…1. For what I KNEW I needed done 2. For what would be discovered that I needed done from my own neglect of visiting the dentist regularly. Once o got there and started talking with him, he was very transparent. Obviously being me, I knew it wasn’t going to be great news. The way he talked me through what’s happening and what we would need to do, I felt not only confident about moving forward with the treatment plan but also coming back to make sure I never put myself in this situation again. And that was before work was even done. Before, during, and after, Dr. Hammes gave me his genuine professional consultation with recommendations on what would happen before during and after. I I’m general am a lot of work in terms of teeth. He worked with me in a plan that would easily coincide with my dental insurance but also didn’t leave me paying an oral car payment. He is so fairly proceed from what I’ve seen and compared over the years. I still have a bit more work to go, because I have put so much neglect into my teeth over the years that I require more visitations than a small town funeral home BUT I am no longer afraid. I look forward to the appointments because I do not feel shamed. I can’t say that what I need done is better than I expected, but I understand it and finally have a dentist that partners and consults with me. After each procedure he makes himself 100% available. If I’m nervous about side effects or something that feels not quite right, I can get ahold of him no matter the day or time and get helpful advice or reassurance.It feels productive getting it done, and I’m excited for the completion of my tune-up. No one else will ever touch my teeth.

Dr. Hammes not only did a great job cleaning my teeth, but he also put in the effort to explain to me why and how different things are happening to my teeth. I am now taking home with me more knowledge about my teeth, which will help me keep my teeth in great shape.

Washington Dental Care provides excellent customer service. The atmosphere is very welcoming & relaxing. Keshia the front desk reception is very friendly and she makes you feel right at home as soon as you open the door. She also takes the time to process your personal information with discretion/confidentiality. Nada has a pretty smile and she makes you feel very relaxed while she is preparing you to be seen by the dentist. The office is very clean & organized with top of the line dental technology that will truly amaze you. They also take all kinds of dental insurance, just give them a call first or check out their website to see if your insurance is acceptable. Dr. Peter Hammes, DDS is very professional and I especially love how he takes the time to explain and share with you, your dental results. He is also very patience and he don’t mind answering your questions. Overall my son & I had a wonderful experience. We would definitely recommend this dental office for all of your dental care needs. Just give them a try you will definitely leave with a beautiful smile. 🙂 🙂 🙂 P.S. Did I mention it was close within my neighborhood that was a added plus.

Great place with great staff! By far one of the best dentist I’ve experienced! He explains everything and makes sure you are comfortable. Recommended for anyone looking for a new dentist! Also, they have parking!

I came here for an emergency dentist appointment today. I was in massive pain for quite some time. They accepted my insurance and took me in right away. Dr. Cecchini and the dental assistant (don’t know her name) were was so personable and easy going. Great group of professionals who are very nice and accommodating; Very knowledgeable and patient. Dr. Cecchini did a root canal on one of my molar tooth and I am feeling much better. I still have more sessions, but I trust he has great hands and will be able to solve some of my dental problems. Thank you so much.

If it were possible to rate this place more than 5 stars, I would. Dr Hammes and his staff were a delight. I came in because I scheduled an appointment on Opencare and thought I scheduled for today. Well when I arrived I was told it’s actually in a few weeks and I felt embarrassed. Dr. Hammes told me not to worry and squeezed my appointment in right then and there. The whole way through the cleaning and check up, he was very thorough. The technology used in his office was nothing like I’ve ever seen at any office before. I’m so happy that I’ve found a forever dentist. When I moved to the city a few years ago, I could not find a good dentist at all. I felt like most were out to try and scam me by having me get unnecessary work done or wasn’t very thorough or informative. Dr Hammes was very honest about the work I needed done and offered simpler solutions. He saved me from getting unnecessary work, money, and time. I actually look forward to my next cleaning.

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