Michael Griffin

Doctor at Northalsted Dental Spa (Northalsted Smiles) · Chicago

3710 N. Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60613

Dentists

About Michael Griffin

Dr. Michael Griffin is the general and cosmetic dentist behind Northalsted Dental Spa (also branded Northalsted Smiles), which he opened in 2005 as Northalsted Dental Center in the Northalsted/Boystown section of Lakeview. A Chicago-area native, he earned a B.A. in Human Biology from the University of Kansas in 1994 and his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville in 1998. The practice offers general and cosmetic care, including cleanings, fillings, Invisalign, veneers, implants, crowns, and TMJ treatment, plus emergency dental services. On its own site, the practice describes itself as an "LGBTQ Friendly Dentist in Lake View" and a "gay dentist in Lake View," welcoming patients regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or family makeup.

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Gary BucherMD

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