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Dentist in Chesterton, IN

Our Precision Dental Center team maintains the highest levels of accreditation and pursues ongoing education and training to stay on top of the latest trends in dentistry.

John Balon, DDS

John Balon, DDS

Dr. Balon grew up in this community and graduated from Chesterton High School in 1999. His love for this town and the people in it brought he and his wife back home to raise their family. Dr. Balon is determined to change the way you feel about dentistry and is passionate about how dental health can affect your overall well being. 

Dr. Balon and his wife (Kristin) were both raised in Chesterton, Indiana and graduated from Chesterton High School in 1999.  Dr. Balon received his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Indiana University in Bloomington, where he also minored in Chemistry. He received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery at the Indiana University School of Dentistry while on the Dean’s List for academics. Dr. Balon has been practicing dentistry since his graduation in 2007.

Since graduating from dental school, Dr. Balon and his wife have spent time in both Fort Wayne and Philadelphia, while Kristin pursued her Doctorate in Psychology. Family and community brought them back to Chesterton following the completion of her degree Kristin (Dr. Balon) is currently a practicing Psychologist in Northwest Indiana.

Since moving back to the area, Dr. Balon and his wife have had two daughters and a son. The family enjoys the outdoors and frequently visits the parks throughout the Chesterton community. They are excited to raise their young family in such a beautiful and friendly community.

Dr. Balon is passionate about dentistry and committed to life long learning. He has received extensive training in implants, endodontics (root canals), oral surgery, sedation dentistry (DOCS), full mouth rehabilitation (with Dr. Frank Spear), and cosmetic dentistry. His passion for learning is evident in the broad spectrum of services that he provides and enjoys. He obtained his fellowship in the International Dental Implant Association. This is achieved through intensive implant instruction, several thorough case presentations, and an extensive examination over comprehensive implant dentistry. He is also a member of the American Dental Association, Indiana Dental Association, and Northwest Indiana Dental Society.

Dr. Balon currently serves on the board for the Young Dentist Commitee representing younger dentists in our dental society. He is also a member of The Dental Study Club of Northwest Indiana, where select dentists participate in continuing education and case presentations.

Dr. Balon takes great pride in improving the way people feel about themselves and strives to change the way people feel about dentistry.  We welcome you to come in and experience how the Precision Dental Center Team can help you achieve the beautiful and healthy smile you have always wanted.

John Balon, DDS


Mark Jurek, DDS

Mark Jurek, DDS

Dr. Jurek was raised in Dyer, Indiana where he graduated from Lake Central High School in 2007. From there, he received his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Purdue University with a minor in Psychology. He then received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Indiana University School of Dentistry and has been practicing dentistry since 2015. Dr. Jurek has pursued countless hours of continuing education since graduating from dental school to continue his education in implants, endodontics, and children specific dentistry in order to give his patients the best and most current dental care.

Dr. Jurek understands the anxiety that many people experience from going to the dentist so he makes patient comfort and bad jokes priorities. Dr. Jurek takes pride in treating each patient as an individual and focuses on listening to their specific needs and dental goals. Dr. Jurek really enjoys treating children to help them get over the fear of seeing the dentist.

When he is not caring for patients, Dr. Jurek enjoys hiking the Dunes with his longtime girlfriend Cilestia, golf, Chicago sports, and playing with his golden retriever Thor.

Dr. Jurek is active in his dental community. He enjoys being a member of the American Dental Association, Indiana Dental Association, Northwest Indiana Dental Society, and the Study Club of NW Indiana – Master Series. He is also AAFE certified in Botox and Dermal Fillers.


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Precision Dental Center

Monday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Tuesday:

8:00 am-7:00 pm

Wednesday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Thursday:

8:00 am-4:00 pm

Friday:

8:00 am-3:00 pm

Saturday:

Closed

Sunday:

Closed