Dentist in Orland Park–Dr. Erica Zolnierczyk
Dr. Erica Zolnierczyk is a dentist in Orland Park who practices general dentistry with a focus on facial and airway development, preventative care, and more. She strongly believes that listening to her patients will enable her to provide them with the best care possible.
As a dentist in Orland park, Dr. Erica forms close relationships with each of her patients. She takes her time when consulting with her patients to understand their smile goals. Then, she develops a plan with their goals and healthcare necessities in mind
Always Continuing Her Education as an Aesthetic Dentist
Dr. Erica completed her undergraduate education at Loyola University Chicago, receiving a Bachelor of Science in Biology, Cum Laude. After completing her Bachelor’s degree, Dr. Erica went on to Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine, where she earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree in 2011. As a dentist with Inspire Dental Wellness, she serves the community in many roles as a leading preventative care authority, TMJ doctor in Orland Park, a frenectomy dentist, and much more.
Dr. Erica exceeds the required amount of Continuing Education (CE) required by the State of Illinois, and she enjoys remaining at the forefront of dental care for her patients by doing so.
The State of Illinois requires Dentists to take 48 hours of CE every three years; Dr. Erica has taken over 100 hours in 2020 alone! If you’re searching for a “female dentist near me,” call us today to schedule an appointment with Dr. Erica. Below are some of the CE Dr. Erica has taken over the past few years in her role as a dentist in Orland Park:
- Pediatric Tongue and Lip Ties and Laser Frenectomies (January)
- Chicago Midwinter (February)
- Simplifying Complex Cases for Cosmetic and Restorative Dentistry (March)
- TOTS Training Chicago (August)
- Xcel Seminars – Occulusion
- American Dental Association – Optimizing Pediatric Airway Dentistry
- The Chicago Study Club – Dental Insurance Practice Management
- XCel Seminars – All Ceramic Restorations
- Oral Reconstruction Foundation – Implants
- The Chicago Study Club – Prothodontics
- Institute for Natural Resources – Basic Science
- NYU College of Dentistry – Full Mouth Rehabilitation (FMR)
- Dr. Tasha Turzo – Osteopathic Cranial Course for Dentists
- Dr. Robert Bosack – Safe Opiod Prescribing Practices
- All-Star Dental Academy – All-Star Jumpstart
- The Chicago Study Club – Photodontics
- The Chicago Study Club – Composite Mastery
- The Chicago Study Club – Digital Dentures
- Dental Education – The Gut-Brain Connection
- Institute for Natural Resources – Basic Science
- Institute for Natural Resources – Nutrition
- BioResearch Associates – Occulsion
- Technic Dental Laboratory – Operative Dentistry
- T&S International – Sleep Apnea & Appliance Therapy
- T&S Therapy Centre International – Anatomy
- T&S Therapy Centre International – Multi-disciplinary Topics
- T&S Therapy Centre International – Sleep Apnea & Appliance Therapy part 2
- T&S Therapy Centre International – Occlusion
- T&S Therapy Centre International – Anatomy part 2
- T&S Therapy Centre International – Multi-disciplinary Topics
- T&S Therapy Centre International – Sleep Apnea & Appliance Therapy part 3
- T&S Therapy Centre International – Occlusion part 2
- T&S Therapy Centre International – Anatomy part 3
- T&S Therapy Centre International – Multi-disciplinary Topics
- T&S Therapy Centre International – Sleep Apnea & Appliance Therapy part 4
- T&S Therapy Centre International – Occlusion part 3
- T&S Therapy Centre International – Anatomy part 4
- T&S Therapy Centre International – Multi-disciplinary Topics
- T&S Therapy Centre International – Sleep Apnea & Appliance Therapy part 5
- T&S Therapy Centre International – Occlusion part 4
- T&S Therapy Centre International – Anatomy part 4
- T&S Therapy Centre International – Multi-disciplinary Topics
- T&S Therapy Centre International – Sleep Apnea & Appliance Therapy part 6
- T&S Therapy Centre International – Occlusion part 5
- T&S International – Digital Radiology/Oral Medicine, Diagnosis, Pathol
- University of Tennessee Health Science Center – Sleep Apnea & Appliance Therapy (Electives)
- T&S International – Anatomy (Basic Science)
- T&S International – Occlusion
- T&S International – Multi-Disciplinary Topics (Electives)
- T&S International – Clinical Diagnosis/Oral Medicine, Diagnosis, Patho
- T&S International – Sleep Apnea & Appliance Therapy (Electives)
- T&S International – Product Training
- University of Tennessee Health Science Center Sleep Apnea & Appliance Therapy (Electives)
- T&S International – Sleep Apnea & Appliance Therapy (Electives) part 2
- T&S International – Medication Treatment (Occlusion)
- T&S International – Practice Management and Human Relations
- T&S International – Prescription Medication Management
- T&S International – Occlusion part 2
- T&S International – Clinical Diagnosis/Oral Medicine, Diagnosis, Patho part 2
- T&S International – Anatomy (Basic Science) part 2
- T&S International – Nutrition (Electives)
- T&S International – Sleep Apnea & Appliance Therapy (Electives) part 3
- T&S International – TM Disorders (Occlusion)
- T&S International – Occlusal Adjustment/Therapy (Occlusion)
- T&S International – Appliance Therapy (Occlusion)
- T&S International – Myofunctional Therapy (Occlusion)
- T&S International – Orofacial Pain
- T&S International – Diagnosis and Treatment Planning
- T&S International – Headache in Orofacial Pain
Dr. Erica Zolnierczyk is an active member in multiple organizations:
- American Dental Association
- Illinois State Dental Society
- Chicago Dental Society
- Academy of General Dentistry
- International Association for Orthodontics
- American Academy of Craniofacial Pain
- Academy of Laser Dentistry
- American Laser Study Club
- International Affiliation of Tongue-tie Professionals
- International Consortium of Oral Ankylofrenula Professionals
In her free time, Dr. Erica enjoys spending time with her husband, Paul, the one who gave her that long last name! (Pronounced ZOAL-near-check) They have a nine year old French Bulldog, Mini, and a 1 year old French Bulldog named Bruce Wayne.
During the winter, Dr. Erica heads out to the mountains to snowboard whenever she can. When it’s warmer out, Dr. Erica does CrossFit workouts in her garage gym. She also enjoys knitting, reading, Netflix binging, and trying her luck at gardening.
Ready to book an appointment? Book online or call our office today to schedule an appointment with a dentist or orthodontist in Orland park!