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Our team of professionals has undergone
extensive training to provide you with the most current treatment
and services. All of our professionals have received board
certification and continue to undergo training to stay current
with the latest procedures and advances in equipment. Our
success and growth over the last twenty years is a testament
to our caring staff and the level of service they provide,
from the front office to our hygienists and dentists.
(Back row from left to right: Laurie, Mary, Mary, Michelle, Jenna and Gail. Front row from left to right: Jenny, Kristin, Laura, Dr Costello, Linda and Katie) |
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With over 20 years of practice, Dr. Michael L. Costello D.D.S.
has earned a reputation for being one of the area’s
most qualified dentists. Dr. Costello opened his South Milwaukee
practice in 1983 and the downtown location in 1984.
A Wisconsin native, Dr. Costello graduated from
Marquette University Dental School in 1981. Upon graduation
he worked for Dr. Thomas Haddican and Dr. William DeMakes.
In 1984, he purchased Dr. DeMakes’s practice.
Dr. Costello is a member of the American Dental
Association, Wisconsin Dental Association, Greater Milwaukee
Dental Association as well as the Pierre Fauchard Academy.
He is a Preceptor to Marquette University Dental School and
received the 2003 Wisconsin Dental Association Presidential
Award of Honor.
Dr. Costello believes in giving back to the
community. His extensive community service includes donating
dental service, mentoring at Marquette University School
of Dentistry, participating in the Head Start Screening
Program, supporting Milwaukee Rowing Club for Juniors, and the Boy Scouts
and Cub Scouts of America.
Away from the practice, Dr Costello enjoys spending time with his wife and three children, snowboarding with friends, swimming, biking and reading. |
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Dental Administrator
Many of our patients will recognize Laurie by sight. She has been with Dr Costello’s practice for 23 years! A graduate of Marquette University’s dental hygiene program. Laurie uses her dental knowledge to work as a liaison with the insurance companies in resolving any claim issues for our patients. |
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Dental Administrator
Patient Accounts Receivable Administrator
A graduate of Cardinal Stritch University Mary joined The Downtown Dental Group in 1998. After 10 years of service Mary knows almost all patients by name and will warmly greet them upon arrival to our office. Mary loves nature and likes to spend her time outdoors hiking and camping with friends and family. |
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Dental Administrator
HIPAA Privacy Office
Gail is a graduate of Mount Mary College in Wauwatosa. She brought her management and business background to Dr Costello’s practice in 1992 and is always looking for efficient ways in maximizing our insurance patients’ benefits. Gail is also the editor of our on-line monthly newsletter and always welcomes suggestions and ideas for articles. In her free time, Gail loves to travel, taking both motorcycle and biking trips around the world. |
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Practice Administrator
Laura attended DePaul University in Chicago majoring in accounting and business. She has been active in administrating the office since 1984. She enjoys working with the offices’ self-motivated team. Away from the office, Laura enjoys spending time with her husband, children, volunteering for nonprofit organizations and preparing for her new found passion, rowing. |
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Michelle
Registered Dental Hygienist
Michelle started with Dr Costello in 1997 as a full time dental assistant. Two years later she changed to part-time hours so she could pursue studies at MATC in the Dental Hygiene program. She graduated in December 2001 and rejoined the practice as a hygienist. While still enjoying short vacation getaways, today Michelle prefers spending her free time with her new daughter Olivia. |
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Registered Dental Hygienist
OSHA Coordinator
Mary is a graduate of Prairie State College in the dental hygiene program. She is licensed to practice hygiene in both Wisconsin and her home state of Illinois. She has been with Dr Costello since January 1991. In her available time, Mary is an Anthropology major at UW Milwaukee. |
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Registered Dental Hygienist
Coordinator of Patient Recall Program
Katie completed her studies at MATC in December of 2000 and started her Dental Hygiene career at Dr Costello’s offices in February of 2001. She is constantly pursuing new knowledge and the development of new techniques in the field so that our patients may maintain their oral health. Katie enjoys reading and spending her free time with her husband and two adorable sons. |
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Registered Dental Hygienist
Jenny is a graduate of MATC in the dental hygiene program. She has been with Dr Costello since August of 1993. Since becoming a mother she continues to work at the office part-time. |
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Dental Assistant
Many advancements have been made in the dental field since Linda became a dental assistant in 1974. She joined Dr Costello’s team in the year 2000. When time allows Linda travels nationwide assisting with the Armed Forces Readiness Program. "I enjoy all aspects of my career. It is very rewarding to help others and I hope to continue making our patients smile for a long time to come." |
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Dental Assistant
Jenna graduated from Waukesha County Technical College in the Dental Assisting program in 2006. She started with Dr Costello’s offices the following January of 2007. She enjoys all aspects of her job, but maintaining our “No Cavity Club” board for our littlest patients always brings a smile! Jenna spends much of her free time with her newlywed husband. They love to catch the latest movie releases and enjoy trying new restaurants. |
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Dental Assistant
Kristin left the warmth of Florida to return to Milwaukee to study dental hygiene at MATC. She joined the practice as a full time dental assistant in March of 2006. Currently she has reduced her hours so that she may devote her time to her studies. Even though she left Florida, Kristin likes to spend as much free time as she can returning to friends, family and the warmth of Florida. |
