John McQuillen DDS

My decision to enter the dental field was made at a very young age, and it’s a decision I’ve never regretted for a single moment. I get to come to work each morning with a wonderful group of people, and I know that we are improving the quality of life of those patients who choose our practice. We have patients from one year old to over 100 years of age, and each is unique. I enjoy visiting with them, hearing their stories, and sharing a laugh or two. Education and continuing education I did m...Read Morey undergraduate work at Kansas State University and decided to spend some time outside my home state to pursue my Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of Southern California. I returned home in 1989 to serve my neighbors with excellent dental care. Our vision statement declares that our goal is to provide exceptional dental care to our patients and to use the best technology to assist us toward that goal. We are committed to learning new skills and perfecting our existing ones, which cannot be accomplished without a commitment to continuing education and lifelong learning. Learning new things and implementing them is fun and exciting for me. It’s what keeps my profession exciting, challenging, and new. Professional associations • American Dental Association • Kansas Dental Association • Topeka District Dental Society • Kansas City CEREC® Study Club In the community In addition to my work, I am very involved in giving back to the community and the world at large. I volunteer for the Kansas Mission of Mercy, a free mobile dental clinic, and I was on the organizing committee for KMOM when it was held in Manhattan, Kansas. I support the Columbian Theatre and Art Center, and the Community Health Ministry in Wamego. Our office is a Corporate Hole Sponsor for the Wamego City Hospital Benefit Golf Tournament and a Table Sponsor for the Diamonds and Denim Wamego City Hospital Fundraiser. We all feel it is so important to give back to organizations that help to make our community more vibrant and improve the quality of life in our town. Outside the office I was born in Oxnard, CA. As the son of an Air Force family, I moved to the Kansas City area when I was four. When my dad retired from the USAF, we moved to Galena, in the southeast part of the state, and then to the Topeka area when I reached high school age. I now happily reside just outside Wamego city limits. My wife Cindy and I were married in 1984 after my first year of dental school. She is from Topeka and attended Kansas State University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education. In my leisure time, I play lead guitar and sing lead and harmonies in a classic country band called “The Pott County Posse.” I have also played guitar for productions at the Columbian Theatre, including the popular “Hoo Haw” shows and “A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline.” While I enjoy a good round of golf, I am most excited about finally earning my pilot’s license in January of 2013. I had wanted to learn to fly ever since I was a boy growing up on an Air Force base. I thoroughly enjoy soaring in the sky over my beautiful home state. Read Less

Financial and Patient Care Coordinator Glenna takes care of all our patients’ financial arrangements, insurance claims, benefits, treatment plan coordination, appointment scheduling, bookkeeping, and general operations of the front office. With us for almost thirty years, Glenna has built many relationships with our patients and loves helping them achieve their dental goals. Glenna has two grown children and four grandchildren. She spends a lot of time helping with their activities and keeps v...Read Moreery active in her personal life. Read Less

Registered Dental Hygienist Erin provides our patients with preventive dental treatment, periodontal therapy, and caries risk assessment, as well as home hygiene education. Erin has more than 30 years of experience in gentle hygiene care, joining our practice in 2004. She loves getting to know each patient on a personal level and feels a sense of accomplishment when her patients improve their oral health because of what she’s taught them. Erin’s husband Stu works for K-State Research and Exten...Read Moresion. They have two grown sons. Read Less

Clinical Assistant Christy is one of our wonderful dental assistants. She helps to make our patients’ smiles healthier and more beautiful at the side of Dr. McQuillen. Over the past eight years, she’s enjoyed meeting new patients, talking with them, and making sure they have a good time in our office. Christy is also proud to work with our excellent team. Christy married her high school sweetheart, John. They have one daughter, Amber, and two sons, TJ and Todd. She is a proud Marine mom and lo...Read Moreves to spend time with her family. Christy also breeds Yorkshire puppies and has enjoyed singing in several Columbian Theatre shows, as well as in karaoke venues around town, and recently joined the Topeka Acapella Unlimited Sweet Adelines Chorus. Read Less

Registered Dental Hygienist Lesa provides quality preventive care and therapeutic periodontal treatment to patients, and education on ways to improve their smiles. She strives to create a comfortable and positive dental experience for each patient she meets and enjoys talking with them and getting to know them on a personal level. Lesa lives outside Alma with her husband Justin, their daughter Hadley, son Waylon, and a dog named Mitzi. She enjoys camping, crafting, and pretty much anything out...Read Moredoors. Read Less

Clinical Assistant Jeanne joined our dental team in August of 2014. As a dental assistant, she works alongside Dr. McQuillen during patient procedures. Jeanne’s biggest goal is to ensure our patients’ comfort at all times. Jeanne has two daughters, Caiden and Justice, and a dog named Rascal. She enjoys spending time with her friends and loved ones, and watching Justice play softball. The entire family loves camping and being outdoors.

Scheduling Coordinator Patti is the newest member of our dental team starting in January of 2017. She greets patients while assisting with treatment plan coordination, appointment scheduling, and general operations of the front desk. She enjoys interacting with each patient and helping them keep their smiles healthy. Patti grew up in Wamego and graduated from Wamego High School. She has been married for more than 30 years to her husband, Wayne. They have two grown children, Jared and Jessica...Read More, and two grandchildren, Zoe and Rowan. She enjoys spending time with her family, reading, sewing and learning new things. She is proud to be part of a team that helps patients reach their dental goals. Read Less