Our mission is to provide comprehensive, biologically informed dental care that prioritizes long-term health, function, and patient understanding. Dr. Hatland is committed to identifying root causes, minimizing unnecessary intervention, and empowering patients through education so they can actively participate in their care and achieve lasting outcomes.
Your Trusted Holistic Dentist Serving Lincolnwood, IL and Indianapolis, IN
Dr. Raymond G. Hatland is a comprehensive, holistic dentist with decades of clinical experience spanning advanced general dentistry, complex restorative care, TMJ treatment, and biologically focused dental solutions.
He graduated in the top 15 percent of his class from the University of Illinois School of Dentistry and completed a one-year rotating internship at Ireland Army Hospital in Fort Knox, Kentucky. During this internship, Dr. Hatland trained across all major dental specialties, including periodontics, oral surgery, prosthodontics, endodontics, and orthodontics. He also served as the primary TMJ provider for Fort Knox, treating dozens of patients and authoring a thesis on the contributing causes of TMJ disorders.
This early experience established a foundational understanding of compression-related conditions and their connection to stress, structure, and body chemistry. While techniques have evolved, the clinical philosophy remains focused on simplicity, precision, and treating underlying causes.
Following his internship, Dr. Hatland served three additional years in the U.S. Army. He practiced as the sole dentist at the 7th Field Hospital in Tokyo, Japan, performing a full range of specialty procedures. He completed his military service as the sole Army dentist at the U.S. Coast Guard Facility in Chicago.
This level of responsibility strengthened his ability to manage complex cases without unnecessary referrals. As a result, his practice remains full-service and quality-oriented, allowing many patients to receive comprehensive care in one setting while reducing time and cost.
Dr. Hatland approaches dentistry with an analytical, systems-based mindset. His work is guided by a long-standing interest in how stress, structure, and biological compatibility influence disease and healing. Over the years, he has pursued advanced training in holistic and functional techniques, including dental kinesiology and energy-based modalities.
Patient education is central to this approach. Procedures, materials, and treatment options are explained clearly so patients can make informed decisions and take an active role in maintaining their oral and overall health.
Dr. Hatland has completed more than 5,000 hours of continuing education in both traditional and holistic dentistry. He is a Diplomate of the International Academy of Dental Mini-Implants, reflecting advanced training and clinical proficiency in mini implant placement.
He maintains active membership in professional dental organizations and continues ongoing education to support conservative, biologically responsible care. Dr. Hatland has received multiple national recognitions for clinical excellence and professional achievement, including Dentist of the Year honors and lifetime professional distinction awards.
Dr. Hatland provides care from two offices located in Lincolnwood, Illinois and Indianapolis, Indiana. Both locations offer the same patient-centered, holistic approach, allowing patients to access consistent, high-quality care in a setting that is convenient for them.
