A Trusted Dentist Minutes from Wilmette
Personal, unhurried dentistry a short drive up the North Shore
Ten minutes from Wilmette,
without the big-practice feel
From central Wilmette, we’re an easy eight-to-ten-minute drive north on Green Bay Road; from east Wilmette, Sheridan Road through Kenilworth is just as quick and prettier. Our office sits at 715 Elm St in downtown Winnetka with street parking at the door, and the Metra UP-N line runs from Wilmette station to Winnetka station a few blocks away.
Since 1988, Winnetka Dental Group has been the kind of practice where the front desk knows your name and the dentist remembers your last conversation. Wilmette patients see Dr. Amanda Murphy, Dr. Aditi Patel, or Dr. Zohra Metalwala — and keep seeing the same familiar faces at every visit.
Why Wilmette families make the short trip north
Family dentistry for busy households
With school runs and activities filling the week, Wilmette families appreciate back-to-back appointments and a team that runs on time. Every age is welcome, from first visits to grandparents.
Invisalign that fits a teenager’s life
Digital scans instead of impressions, clear aligners instead of brackets, and check-ins that work around school. See how Invisalign works here.
Cosmetic care with a natural result
Whitening, bonding, and cosmetic dentistry planned around your face and your goals — subtle, believable results rather than a one-size-fits-all smile.
Implants and lasting tooth replacement
Dental implants planned with 3D imaging offer a secure, natural-looking answer to missing teeth, with every step explained before it happens.
Emergency care within minutes
When a filling falls out on a Saturday morning or a toothache flares at night, call or text — our emergency dentistry team is ten minutes up the road.
Conservative restorative dentistry
From tooth-colored fillings to crowns and bridges, our restorative care preserves as much healthy tooth as possible — and we tell you honestly when treatment can wait.
Continuity you can feel
The same three dentists, the same hygienists, the same front desk. Care stays aligned with your history because the people caring for you actually know it.
What our patients say
“Dr. Murphy is highly engaged in her work with enthusiastic precision and know-how. I highly recommend her as an outstanding dentist with a wonderful attitude of warmth, authenticity, and reliability.”
— Anina V.
What our patients say
“Dr. Murphy is highly engaged in her work with enthusiastic precision and know-how. I highly recommend her as an outstanding dentist with a wonderful attitude of warmth, authenticity, and reliability.”
— Anina V.
Technology that supports your health
Digital scanners, low-radiation imaging, and real-time diagnostics guide every aspect of general care. These tools help us detect concerns earlier, explain findings clearly, and plan treatment precisely. Technology supports accuracy while keeping care conservative and patient-centered.
Straightforward fees,
no network fine print
As a fee-for-service practice, we’re out-of-network with all insurance plans — our treatment recommendations answer to your health, not a network agreement. We present fees clearly before any work begins, file claims on your behalf so you receive your benefits, and offer financing when it helps. For households without dental insurance, our membership plans bundle routine care into a flat monthly rate with treatment savings. New here? Our New Patients page walks you through the first visit.
Ready when you are
If you are looking for a dental practice built on trust, experience, and thoughtful care, we invite you to connect with our team. Pick your own time online, or call or text us. Questions are always welcome.
VISIT US
Experience a practice built on relationships and thoughtful care. Located in downtown Winnetka, we welcome patients and families from across the North Shore who value personalized dentistry in a relaxed, modern setting.
715 Elm St.
Winnetka, IL 60093
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Monday: 9am-5pm
Tuesday: 9am-5pm
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 8am-5pm
Friday: 8am-4:30pm
Saturday: Open two Saturdays a month, 9am-1pm — call to confirm dates
Common questions
from patients
How far is Winnetka Dental Group from Wilmette?
About eight to ten minutes by car — north on Green Bay Road from central Wilmette, or up Sheridan Road through Kenilworth from the east side. Street parking is available on Elm Street, and the Metra UP-N connects Wilmette station to Winnetka station nearby.
Are you accepting new patients from Wilmette?
Yes. We welcome Wilmette individuals and families, and our New Patients page explains scheduling, forms, and what to expect at a first visit.
How does payment work if you’re out-of-network?
You’ll see clear fees before treatment starts. We file insurance claims on your behalf so you receive any out-of-network benefits, financing is available, and our membership plans offer flat-rate routine care for patients without insurance.
What do Wilmette patients typically come in for?
Family checkups and cleanings most of all, plus Invisalign for teens, cosmetic updates, and implant care. Many patients first visit for one thing and stay because appointments never feel rushed.
Is the practice good with anxious patients?
Yes. Unhurried appointments, clear explanations, and a calm office go a long way — tell us what makes visits hard for you, and we’ll plan around it.
What are your hours?
Monday and Tuesday 9–5, Wednesday closed, Thursday 8–5, Friday 8–4:30, and we’re open two Saturdays a month, 9–1 — call to confirm dates.