Business Details
43 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Family Dentist in Crest Hill, IL
At Crest Hill Family Dental, we have proudly served Crest Hill and Joliet communities for decades with comprehensive dental care rooted in trust and expertise. Our practice, led by Dr. Thomas Raia since 1983, combines advanced technology like 3D imaging and Waterlase laser dentistry with personalized attention to meet each patient's unique needs. We specialize in creating lasting smiles through services ranging from routine cleanings to complex restorative procedures, emphasizing preventive care and patient education.Our team prioritizes comfort, offering evening hours and bilingual support to accommodate busy families. With a legacy spanning multiple generations of patients, we remain committed to delivering reliable, high-quality dental solutions that enhance both oral health and confidence. Our office maintains transparency in treatment planning and utilizes modern diagnostics to ensure precise, effective care tailored to individual lifestyles.
Services
Dental Implants
Orthodontics
Root Canal Treatment
Emergency Dentistry
Teeth Whitening
Porcelain Veneers
Periodontal Treatment
Dental Exams
Composite Fillings
TMJ Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined dental expertise with advanced technology integration
- Our practice provides personalized treatment plans tailored to individual oral health goals
- We utilize state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and minimally invasive laser dentistry
- Our team offers extended evening hours and bilingual English/Spanish services
- We maintain generational patient relationships with consistent, reliable care
What people say
Outstanding service
Quick emergency help
Decades of trust
Above and beyond care
Modern technology
Services
Dental Implants
Our permanent dental implant solutions restore missing teeth with natural-looking restorations that preserve facial structure and chewing function. Using computer-guided placement technology, we ensure precise implant positioning for long-term stability. Patients benefit from improved oral health and confidence through durable, aesthetically pleasing tooth replacements.
Emergency Dentistry
We provide prompt treatment for dental emergencies including trauma, infections, and severe pain. Our team prioritizes same-day appointments for urgent cases, utilizing advanced diagnostics to quickly resolve issues like cracked teeth or abscesses while preventing further complications.
Orthodontics
Our orthodontic solutions address misaligned bites and crooked teeth through traditional braces and modern clear aligner systems. Treatment improves both dental function and aesthetic appearance while reducing risks of uneven wear and periodontal issues associated with poor alignment.
Root Canal Therapy
We relieve tooth pain caused by infected pulp through minimally invasive root canal procedures. Using rotary instrumentation and biocompatible materials, we remove infection while preserving natural tooth structure, preventing extraction and maintaining your smile's integrity.
Periodontal Treatment
Our periodontal services address gum disease through scaling, root planing, and maintenance therapies. We focus on preventing bone loss and tissue damage while promoting oral-systemic health connections, treating conditions from gingivitis to advanced periodontitis.
People
Dr. Thomas Raia
Dentist
Graduate of University of Illinois School of Dentistry (1983) with over 40 years serving Crest Hill families. Specializes in comprehensive dental care using advanced technology while maintaining personalized patient relationships.
Questions
What dental services do you offer for families?
We provide complete family dental care including exams, cleanings, restorative treatments, orthodontics, and emergency services for patients of all ages.
Do you handle dental emergencies?
Yes, we offer prompt emergency dental care for tooth pain, trauma, and urgent oral health issues during regular business hours.
What payment options are available?
We accept cash, checks, major credit cards, CareCredit financing, and offer in-office dental savings plans with discounted rates.
Are evening appointments available?
Yes, we offer extended hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays until 6 PM to accommodate working patients' schedules.
Do you accept dental insurance?
We work with most major insurance providers and will assist with claims processing to maximize your dental benefits coverage.
What technology do you use?
Our office features digital imaging, 3D cone beam scans, Waterlase laser dentistry, and CAD/CAM restorative technology for precise, comfortable treatments.
Reviews (6)
Daysi Diaz-Strong
Sep 11, 2021
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We are very thankful for Dr. Raia and his staff. When my teenager got his front tooth knocked out on a Saturday afternoon our regular dentist wasn't able to see him. I called Dr. Raia's office and they were able to see us right away, which gave us the best chance to save his tooth. Dr. Raia reimplanted the tooth and carefully walked us through the recovery and next steps. All in the office were incredibly helpful and showed great concern for my son's long-term well-being.
Slayerfan Life
Jul 26, 2021
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The best dentist experience of my life! Great people who are friendly and actually care about your mouth personally. They explain everything about your dental care and are very knowledgeable about dentistry. Highly recommend them
Denise Perales
Jun 03, 2021
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Today was my first visit to see Dr Raia, it was a great experience. Pamela was awesome, she made you feel comfortable and explained everything in detail. I recommend if you are looking for a dentist, this is the Place! Thank you for the great service! Your whole staff was awesome!
La'Keisha Betts
May 19, 2021
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Went in with a dental emergency, and Dr. Raia took great care of me. The staff showed me so much empathy at my appointment. Thanks to Martha, Horatio and Dr. Raia for helping me through the process! I recommend anyone looking for a great dentist with a friendly staff to go to Crest Hill Family Dental.
Lynn Grabavoy
Nov 03, 2020
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Dr. Raia and his staff are outstanding. Over the course of this year I've had many various procedures done by Dr. some simple to very complex. Every encounter with Dr. and his staff during this time has been exceptional. They work as a team and always are very professional. The environment is kept extremely clean and sterile therefore promoting safety at all times. Dr. And his staff are all very kind, compassionate and caring.
The dental work is done with precision, accuracy and most importantly perfection. I highly recommend this Dr. to anyone looking to have dental work completed. I plan on being a patient at Crest Hill Family Dental for all of my future dental care needs and treatments. Thank you Dr. Raia and staff members for giving me back my smile and confidence.
The dental work is done with precision, accuracy and most importantly perfection. I highly recommend this Dr. to anyone looking to have dental work completed. I plan on being a patient at Crest Hill Family Dental for all of my future dental care needs and treatments. Thank you Dr. Raia and staff members for giving me back my smile and confidence.
Shanee Townsend-Kouakou
Feb 02, 2020
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Absolutely wonderful service and wonderful people! I had an emergency dental situation. I was in so much pain! Martha was able to get me in on the same day, although she couldn't make me any promises they made a way to accommodate. I have never seen so much care in a dental office before. The only thing is Since I lost my job due to covid-19 they do not accept Medicaid coverage that I currently have, and I am sure they have their reasons.
To bad I may have to go somewhere that accepts my coverage. Oh! Dr. Raia! You are amazing! I love how you explained everything to me thoroughly and broke down the care plan. You have a great team awesome job!
To bad I may have to go somewhere that accepts my coverage. Oh! Dr. Raia! You are amazing! I love how you explained everything to me thoroughly and broke down the care plan. You have a great team awesome job!
