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I’m Dr. Sim and I’d like to personally invite you to explore what makes our practice unique and special.

About us.

Welcome to Family Dental Care! Our Merrillville, IN office offers various cosmetic and restorative dental procedures.

Dr. Sim believes in creating a welcoming atmosphere to help ease patients’ anxiety and to help to grow a positive relationship. Our passion is making sure each patient is treated like family and our motto is “Let Your Smile Be Our Next Work of Art”.

Meet the Doctors

Dr. Chanbo Sim

Doctor Sim is a family, cosmetic, and implant dentist offering exceptional dental treatment in Merrillville, Indiana since 1991.

He is committed to providing conservative, comfortable dental care to all of his patients. He genuinely enjoys his work because he cares about people he loves to see his patients walk out of his office with big, healthy smiles. 

Dr. Sim graduated from Indiana University School of Dentistry in 1991. He is a member of the American Dental Association, Indiana Dental Association, Northwest Indiana Dental Society, and the International Association of Orthodontics.

The doctor and his wife Hyunah have two beautiful daughters, Sophia and Sarah, and one adorable son, Alexander. In his free time Dr. Sim enjoys spending time with his family, attending church, and running. He is an avid marathoner, he has run in every Chicago Marathon since 2002, and in 2009 he ran in the Boston Marathon.

Meet the Doctors

Dr. Allison Lent

Dr. Lent is originally from Valparaiso, IN. She received her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Minnesota. Dr. Lent strives to provide the level of care that would mirror the treatment she would provide for her own family.

Outside of the office, Dr. Lent enjoys running, reading, and traveling. She loves to spend time with her family, her husband, Anthony, and her dog. She looks forward to meeting you!

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Meet The Team

Our patients say.

“Not all dentist are created equally. Having the knowledge to handle dental needs and having compassion for patients should go hand and hand. Oftentimes just a few extra words of encouragement can soothe the anxiety that accompanies dental work. This is what I received at Family Dental. I no longer have as much trepidation when I have procedures and exams. My children also feel comfortable and that means a lot. The professionalism of the front desk staff is on point. There is no air of pressure and they are polite and courteous. The dental hygienist I have encountered have been friendly smiling young ladies who brighten the office.”

Maya E

“I had a very positive experience at family dental office. They made me feel very comfortable there was no pains and pulling this tooth. It was little swelling which they told me about! They welcome me from the greeter to the billing. Thank you so much for that experience!”

Dorothy C

“The best dentist appointment I have ever had. The environment was welcoming, the staff were polite, professional and overall amazing. Dr. Sim was awesome. I can't wait for my next visit.”

Donna S

“The complete staff at this office are amazing. They welcome you with complete confidence. I am the type of patient that becomes very anxious at dentist visits. But the dentist and his staff are very comforting and talk to you through everything they are doing. They take the time to reassure you through every step of the way. I believe I truly just found myself a new dentist. If you’re like me with being anxious you should really give this dentist and his staff a try you won’t regret it. ❤️ I walked into his office in tremendous pain and walked out with a root canal with no pain. 😁”

Deanna L

“I've been a patient at Family Dental Care for many years, I would say at least 20 years. Great service! The staff is amazing, always helpful and happy to provide service with a smile. If you are looking for a dentist, Dr. Sim is amazing. He is always so nice and takes care of his patients like family!”

Gabriel C

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