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River Forest, IL
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About
Bio
I graduated from Northwestern University Dental School and completed my residency at Rush University Medical Center, Chicago. I enjoy all aspects of dentistry especially as it enhances facial beauty and health. My slogan is "your smile is the focus of facial beauty. Be well; Dr. Gary Alder
SpecialtiesDoctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Dentistry
Licenses
United States: Illinois
Languages spoken
Polish
Doctor Q&A
94 Answers
49 Agrees
The number of answers this doctor has agreed with.
A 22-year-old female asked:

Dr. Gary Alder answered
47 years experience Dentistry
Prediabetic: You may be prediabetic and not able to control fluid loss through the kidneys or you may have a problem with the kidneys themselves. This is red flag ... Read More
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A 20-year-old female asked:

Dr. Gary Alder answered
47 years experience Dentistry
Must see the surgeon: This is highly unusual and probably is being caused by an infection and possibly a fracture of the jaw. A follow up visit with the surgeon and new X-r ... Read More
A 21-year-old female asked:

Dr. Gary Alder answered
47 years experience Dentistry
See DDS: The antibiotic and steroid maybe masking the real problem. Check out dental problems and tmj.
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Mar 30, 2015
Great doctor. Consistently gives thoughtful, insightful and expert advice.
Nov 8, 2012
Very knowledgable doctor. Great answers and a great doctor to follow!
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Alder is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thank you so much! I'm currently trying to find a dentist that will do my work despite the pregnancy. Thanks again!
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i have a blister in my bottom lip i think its herpes how can i heal it quick
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Thanks for your quick reply! thanks for a quivck ans
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
Northwestern University Dental School
Graduated 1974MD
Awards
Please see web page: www.gfalderdds.com
Affiliations
Rush University Medical Center
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