About Us

St. Joseph, Michigan

Kyle Vonk, DDS

Dr. Vonk is a native of Michigan, having grown up in Battle Creek, Michigan. Following a predilection for the sciences and an appreciation of the natural world, a degree in biology came naturally as an undergraduate study at Central Michigan University. Desiring to be of service to others and with its unique combination of art and science, Dr. Vonk found his niche in the field of dentistry, graduating from Northwestern University Dental School in 1993. This was followed by a residency in hospital dentistry completed at the University of Michigan Hospital. Dr. Vonk is happy to have landed back in Michigan to practice, having already provided 25+ years of patient-centered dental care to the greater Saint Joseph area. Dr. Vonk enjoys providing the full range of general dental services for his family of dental patients. This includes working with excellent specialists, when indicated, to obtain the best functional and aesthetic results for each individual patient.

Dr. Vonk is a booster for the Southwestern Michigan area, appreciating its natural beauty and lakeside lifestyle while still being within easy reach of Chicago. Some of Dr. Vonk's interests include bicycling, healthy/vegetarian eating, sustainable living, travel, spending time with family and friends as well as being an avid consumer of books.

Dr. Vonk is eager to meet you and welcome you to our family of patients receiving individualized care and cosmetic-conscious, beautiful dentistry.

Emily

Front Desk Manager / Patient Care Coordinator

Emily is a recent graduate of the Lake Michigan College Dental Assisting Program with a five-year history of working in the dental field. Emily is our front desk manager and patient care coordinator. Her knowledge of the dental field and friendly demeanor allows her to help you with any questions you may have about your care or account. She is also very knowledgeable about our in-house Membership plan allowing her to explain its benefits for those without insurance. Emily lives in the area, has three pet dogs, and enjoys camping in her spare time.

Megan

Dental Assistant / Patient Care Coordinator

Megan works directly with Dr. Vonk, chairside, providing thoughtful, compassionate care for all our patients. Megan has a past history in early childhood education/childcare as well as in the field of dentistry for over 9 years. Her experience in the clinical aspects of dentistry are a benefit for our patients care as well as Dr. Vonk. Megan is a relatively new transplant to the area from Cincinnati. She enjoys finding fun new things to do in the area with her three beautiful children. Megan has two great danes and enjoys family time in her off hours.

Chris

Dental Hygienist

Chris, our dental hygienist, provides clinically excellent, gentle, and compassionate care for our patient's ongoing periodontal and dental hygiene needs. Chris is an experienced clinician and her friendly, personable nature makes those routine dental visits enjoyable, educational, and something that our patients look forward to with anticipation.

Chris was born in Germany but has lived in the States since early childhood. She has used her skills in dental hygiene to teach others as an instructor for the dental hygiene program at Indiana University South Bend. Chris lives near the state line with her husband and they enjoy travel together in their spare time.