What Sets Us Apart

Our Mission is to deliver world-class care that isn't a world away.

Dr. Dachman believes every child deserves access to the highest standard of care—without having to travel far to find it.  Dr. Dachman is the only pediatric dentist in the area from Rockford. As a Rockford native, Dr. Jake has a deep understanding of the unique needs of his community and the wonderful people who live in it. He knows the ins and outs of various community programs and understands what people from this area care most about.  By combining advanced techniques, a gentle approach, and a deep understanding of children’s unique needs, we create a dental experience that feels both exceptional and close to home.

We Believe In:

  • Growing Healthy Smiles - With a focus on preventive care and teaching children how to care for their own smiles, we help them build healthy hygiene habits for a lifetime of smiles.
  • Creating a Happy Dental Experience for All - Children will laugh with our team, pick their own movie or show to watch, choose their own toothbrush and flavor of toothpaste, enjoy fun prizes, and leave with a smile.
  • Honest Communication - Rest assured we’ll always be honest, open, and non-judgmental about your child’s care. We call it “trusted transparency;” it’s who we are and it’s what you deserve.
  • Supporting Our Community - We love working with the greater Rockford community and are passionate about giving back to the community and partnering with local organizations. We are always looking to help a child in need or get involved with local organizations. Let us know if we can be a sponsor or assist your child's organization in any way.

Your Child’s First Appointment

During your child’s first visit to Pediatric Dentistry of Northern Illinois, they’ll receive a gentle cleaning and fluoride treatment as well as a fear-free exam and X-rays. We’ll also perform our unique cavity risk assessment. Following their exam, we’ll openly share our findings and answer any questions parents may have. You can expect full honesty and transparency because that’s what we’d want from our own healthcare provider. To help parents and children, we also design a special oral health plan for each child that includes encouragement and tips on brushing, flossing, and eating right.

We accept many of the major PPO dental plans and offer a personalized insurance benefits check on your first visit, so you will know exactly what your insurance covers before we treat your child. We also provide a variety of payment options to fit your family budget, including CareCredit. Just speak to a member of our front office staff, and we’ll take it from there!