Welcome To Lake Forest Smiles
Compassionate Dental Care for the Whole Family
Welcome to Lake Forest Smiles, where your family’s dental health is our top priority. We believe that oral health and overall health are deeply intertwined, so we aim to help every patient build their confidence, eliminate pain, and build healthy, happy lives through a holistic approach to dentistry—catered to you, the individual.
We treat patients of all ages and do our best to make sure your treatment goes off without a hitch. By scheduling individual or whole-family appointments we save you time and effort, making seeing the dentist as painless as possible. From newborns with tongue-ties to adults looking for restorative care, Lake Forest Smiles is a place for you and your loved ones to grow with.
WHAT OUR PATIENTS ARE SAYING
Patient’s Story
Patient’s Story
Patient’s Story
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Cosmetic Dentistry
Transforming smiles and lives through cosmetic dentistry services is one reason we are your top choice for dental work. We offer a range of procedures to enhance your smile’s beauty and function and increase your confidence in the process.
Myofunctional Therapy & Tongue Tie Treatment for All Ages
At Lake Forest Smiles, we specialize in tongue-tie treatment for newborns, children, and even adults. We collaborate closely with lactation consultants and offer targeted solutions to support your baby’s feeding and oral development. And our myofunctional therapists can guide children or adults through treatment of tethered oral tissues as well.
Sleep Apnea
Lake Forest Smiles is home to the top airway specialists in the North Shore area. Our dentists are experienced in treating sleep apnea at the source of the problem and offer many avenues to better sleep. Through custom oral appliances, we can help you breathe easily.
Sedation Dentistry
Many people have fears about going to the dentist. Overcoming dental anxiety is made easy with sedation dentistry at Lake Forest Smiles. Our compassionate team provides a calming environment and solutions such as nitrous oxide, oral conscious sedation, and NuCalm so you and your loved ones can get the oral health care you need.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Transforming smiles and lives through cosmetic dentistry services is one reason we are your top choice for dental work. We offer a range of procedures to enhance your smile’s beauty and function and increase your confidence in the process.
Tongue Ties & Myofunctional Therapy
Myofunctional Therapy & Tongue Tie Treatment for All Ages
At Lake Forest Smiles, we specialize in tongue-tie treatment for newborns, children, and even adults. We collaborate closely with lactation consultants and offer targeted solutions to support your baby’s feeding and oral development. And our myofunctional therapists can guide children or adults through treatment of tethered oral tissues as well.
Sleep Apnea
Sleep Apnea
Lake Forest Smiles is home to the top airway specialists in the North Shore area. Our dentists are experienced in treating sleep apnea at the source of the problem and offer many avenues to better sleep. Through custom oral appliances, we can help you breathe easily.
Sedation Dentistry
Sedation Dentistry
Many people have fears about going to the dentist. Overcoming dental anxiety is made easy with sedation dentistry at Lake Forest Smiles. Our compassionate team provides a calming environment and solutions such as nitrous oxide, oral conscious sedation, and NuCalm so you and your loved ones can get the oral health care you need.
MEET OUR DOCTORS
Dr. David E. Schmidt and Dr. Tracey Hughes have over 40 years of combined experience as dentists and have learned the value of fostering a caring office environment. Friendly receptionists, comfortable seating, and a coffee/tea bar will help you feel at home in our waiting room. Children are treated to books and cartoons on our flat-screen televisions. Drs. Schmidt and Hughes believe individualized care means treating patients like family, and we look forward to you joining ours.
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WHY CHOOSE US
Choosing Lake Forest Smiles means selecting comprehensive care from one of the top airway specialists in the North Shore area. With over three decades of experience, Dr. Schmidt, Dr. Hughes, and our team bring high energy, empathy, and a consistently upbeat office environment to every appointment. We live by our motto, “Sleep, Breathe, Smile,” ensuring that every visit not only meets but exceeds your expectations.
We pride ourselves on:
- Radical transparency
- Judgment-free, empathetic care
- Dental solutions that are both high-tech and high-touch
- Treatments that transform smiles and lives
Our mission is to help every patient to build confidence, eliminate pain, and lead a healthy, happy life. We maintain our position as the premier cosmetic and holistic dental practice in the North Shore area by focusing on comprehensive care—from newborns in need of tongue-tie treatment to adults seeking restorative and cosmetic solutions. Choose us for an unparalleled dental experience that prioritizes your health, happiness, and well-being.
What Our Patients Say
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