Michael Cunningham, D.D.S.
Periodontics
Press Ganey Patient Experience Survey Results
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score.
About Me
"I am passionate about life long learning and teaching. As a professor at the University of Illinois College of Dentistry I am able to give back to the dental community by educating the next generation of dentists. I see the dental students start out with little-to-no knowledge of dentistry and watch them grow into exceptional practicing dentists. As a life long learner I have consistently taken 3 times or more the amount of continuing education required and learning the latest and most advanced techniques to serve our patients. I utilize the latest technology in dentistry, like the Periolase Dental Laser and computer guided implant planning and placement, to offer our patients the most advanced and up to date procedures that dentistry has to offer. It is also important to me to educate my patients on the condition of their oral health and their dental needs, then have a two-way conversation on what my patients needs are to be able to then work together to achieve a beautiful smile and and healthy tissues that they can keep for a lifetime."
Dr. Cunningham offers LANAP Laser Treatment for Periodontal (Gum) Disease Treatment.
Learn more here: Laser-Assisted Procedure for Periodontal Disease Treatment
Education
- University of Illinois College of Dentistry, Chicago, IL, M.S., Oral Biology and Pathology, 1996
- University of Illinois College of Dentistry, Chicago, IL, Periodontics Certificate / Residency, 1996
- University of Illinois College of Dentistry, Chicago, IL, D.D.S., 1993
- Roosevelt University, Chicago, IL, B.S., 1989
- Naval School of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD, Cytotechnology Certificate, 1985
Professional Associations
- American Dental Association
- American Academy of Periodontology
- Illinois State Periodontal Society
- Illinois State Dental Society
- Midwest Society of Periodontology
- American Society of Dental Anesthesiology
- Illinois Chapter of American Society of Dental Anesthesiology
Locations
Insurance
As a service to our patients we will provide an estimate of costs prior to services rendered. All co-payments or other out-of-pocket expenses will be due at time of service. Dental Associates will submit all claims directly to the patient's insurance company. The insurance company will determine the benefit reimbursement. Any remaining balance is the patient's responsibility.
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Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey and displayed unedited in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
Once the dentist came in he was very good at explaining what my problem was
I have a dentist phobia but Dr Cunningham put my fears to rest. He took the time to explain my situation & how it could be addressed
Very good
Dr Cunningham was so patient with me, I came in super nervous but he took extra time explaining everything to me & during the surgery asked several times if I was OK. His assistant was so kind & supportive, they are truly the best!!
Dr. Cunningham was very friendly and explained every so I could under stand what he was planning to do for me.
Dr C is awesome!
The doctor actually drew me a picture of my situation and what he was going to do.
I am 77 years old and Dr Cunningham is truly in the top three of dentists whose chair I have sat in. Professionalism and clinical skills are superb.
Cunningham was very great overall!
Dr Cunningham is very thorough when explaining what is going on. Also with why procedures are needed and what they will help/do. He made me feel very comfortable during my consultation with him!