Dr. Jake Dawson
Dr. Jake Dawson is a Cosmetic Dentist at Willow Dental in Omaha, Nebraska. He grew up in Omaha, Nebraska and attended Millard North High School! For his undergraduate studies, he attended Brigham Young University and received his doctorate degree from Roseman College of Dental Medicine. Dr. Dawson is a member of the American Dental Association and the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. His favorite part about being a Dentist is making a positive impact on the health of his patients! During his free time, he enjoys exercising, golf, reading, and spending time with his family.
Dr. Jacqueline Fick
Dr. Jacqueline Fick is a Cosmetic Dentist at Willow Dental in Omaha, Nebraska. She grew up in Kentucky and attended Georgetown College for her undergraduate studies before graduating from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry for Dental School. Dr. Fick’s favorite part of being a Dentist is being a problem solver for her patients through providing a wide variety of procedures! Dr. Fick is a member of the American Dental Association and is passionate about providing her patients with an exceptional level of care.
When Dr. Fick isn’t in the office, you can find her traveling or working on DIY projects. She also loves spending time with her husband, Austin, and their two dogs, Finley and Sadie, and working out at Orangetheory Fitness! A fun fact about Dr. Fick is that if she could choose any superpower, she would choose the ability to make time stop so that she could soak up more time during her travels!
Dr. Gunner Brantley
Dr. Gunner Brantley is a general dentist at Willow Dental in Omaha, Nebraska. He grew up in Monroe, Louisiana and went to the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry! His favorite part about being a dentist is maintaining relationships with patients over time and getting to know their families!
Dr. Brantley spends his free time lifting weights, keeping up with his favorite sports teams, trying new foods, and traveling as much as possible. If he could have any superpower it would be to teleport so he never has to drive again.
Dr. Michael Gritzuk
Dr. Michael Gritzuk is a dedicated general dentist at Willow Dental, originally from Paradise Valley, Arizona. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Anatomy and Physiology from the University of Arizona before pursuing his dental degree at Creighton University School of Dentistry. During dental school, Dr. Gritzuk thrived in both academic and clinical environments, particularly enjoying his interactions with faculty, unique treatment planning, and the meaningful relationships he formed with patients.
While working towards a Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences with a focus on Cardiovascular Health at Creighton University, Dr. Gritzuk received the exciting news of his acceptance into dental school. Faced with a tight timeline, he quickly consulted with his advisors, who guided him to defend his research thesis for his Master of Science just days before beginning dental school. His determination and passion for dentistry was able to propel him forward.
Dr. Gritzuk explored various healthcare careers but found that dentistry offered the perfect blend of science and patient care. He believes that a healthy smile is a gateway to overall well-being, and he takes pride in building strong, trusting relationships with his patients. For him, trust is the cornerstone of the doctor-patient relationship and essential to providing comprehensive care.
Committed to staying at the forefront of dental advancements, Dr. Gritzuk regularly attends continuing education seminars, learns new technologies, and collaborates with community leaders. His primary interests include oral surgery and enhancing dental alignment through Invisalign. He is a proud member of the Academy of General Dentistry.
Outside of the office, Dr. Gritzuk enjoys outdoor activities such as kayaking, hiking, fishing, and gardening. He also spends much of his free time training his English Cream Golden Retriever, Bodhi, to become a therapy dog. If given the choice of a superpower, he would opt for the ability to predict the future with accuracy, allowing him to foresee and prevent oral health issues and also make more smiles possible.