About Us

Over 35 Years of Dental
Experience in Springfield, IL


OUR PRACTICE & VALUES

HIGH STANDARDS

A standard of excellence in personalized dental care enables us to provide the quality dental services our patients deserve. We provide comprehensive treatment planning and use restorative and cosmetic dentistry to achieve your optimal dental health. Should a dental emergency occur, we make every effort to see and care for you as soon as possible.

Uncompromising Safety

Infection control in our office is also very important to us. To protect our patients and ourselves, we strictly maintain sterilization and cross contamination processes using standards recommended by the American Dental Association (ADA), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and the Center for Disease Control (CDC).

Positive Experiences

Building a foundation of trust by treating our patients as special individuals is vital to our success. We understand how uneasy some patients can feel about their dental visits, and we know that we can make a difference by providing a relaxing and positive experience. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with excellent, personalized care and service to make your visits as comfortable and pleasant as possible.

Education & Prevention

As a practice, we truly believe that preventative care and education are the keys to optimal dental health. We strive to provide “dental health care” vs. “disease care”; that’s why we focus on thorough exams – checking the overall health of your teeth and gums, performing oral cancer exams, and taking X-rays when necessary. We also know that routine cleanings, flossing, sealants, and fluoride are all helpful in preventing dental disease. Not only are we focused on the beauty of your smile, we’re also concerned about your health. A review of your medical history can help us stay informed of your overall health, any new medications, and any illnesses that may impact your dental health.

Training & Expertise

As your dental health professionals, we want you to be confident knowing that we are a team of highly trained and skilled clinicians. We pride ourselves in providing the care you need to keep your smile healthy. To give you the best possible service and results, we are committed to continual education and learning. We attend dental lectures, meetings, and dental conventions to stay informed of new techniques, the latest products, and the newest equipment that a modern dental office can utilize to provide state-of-the-art dental care. Also, being members of various professional dental associations helps us to stay abreast of the changes and recommendations for our profession.

Meet Our Dental Team

James Santarelli, DDS

Dr. Jim was born and raised in Riverton, Illinois. He attended Southern Illinois University with a degree in Zoology. He attended University of Illinois Dental School in Chicago, graduating in 1984. He began his practice as a single dentist. As years went on his practice grew and eventually merged into the Santarelli Dental Group. The practice consist of like-minded dentists with the same philosophy and goals for their patients. Dr. Santarelli is married to Regina and the couple share three children, Nicholas, Rachel and Gina. Jim enjoys bow hunting, softball, basketball, his Harley and travelling with his family.
Dentist — DR. JAMES SANTARELLI, D.D.S. in Springfield, IL
Cleaning — DR. NICK FELLER, D.M.D. in Springfield, IL

Nicholas Feller, DMD

Dr. Nick was born and raised in Springfield, IL. He attended Sacred-Heart Griffin High School, graduating in 2006. He received his undergraduate degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology from the University of Illinois in 2010, and his D.M.D. from Southern Illinois University of Dental Medicine in 2014. Dr. Nick enjoys staying active, exercising, golf, traveling, and spending quality time with family and friends. He is happy to be home in Springfield and excited to be part of the team at Santarelli Dental Group.

Maggie Colbert, DMD

Dr. Maggie Colbert attended and graduated from Southern Illinois University of Dental Medicine in 2000. She is a native of Springfield and upon graduation returned to practice dentistry and be near family and parents. Dr. Colbert is married to Dr. John Colbert and has two boys, Jacob and Max. Her various hobbies include running, art projects, restoring or repurposing anything old. Her goal is to walk the entire length of the Appalachian Trail someday.
Dentists — DR. MAGGIE COLBERT, D.M.D. in Springfield, IL
Dentists — DR. MAGGIE COLBERT, D.M.D. in Springfield, IL

Sean Ryan, DMD

Dr. Sean was raised in Springfield, IL. He graduated from Sacred Heart-Griffin High school in 2010. He received his undergraduate degree from Illinois Wesleyan in Psychology in 2014 and his D.M.D. from Southern Illinois University of Dental Medicine in 2020. He enjoys spending time outdoors, hiking, running road races, playing basketball and traveling with friends and family. Enjoys living and providing dental care in the Springfield community.
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