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The Dentists

Dr. Matthew P. Bell

Dr. Matthew P. Bell, D.M.D.

Dr. Bell graduated with high honors from Southern Illinois University of Edwardsville in 2004 with a bachelor's degree in Bio-Medical Science. He graduated with honors from Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine in 2008 with a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. He is a previous winner of the Quintessence Award for Research and Academics in 2008. He is a current member of the American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, Illinois State Dental Society, Chicago Dental Society, and Illinois Valley Dental Society.



Dr. Darrin S. KingDr. Darrin S. King, D.D.S.

Dr. King attended the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where he received a Bachelor of Science in Integrative Biology in 2008 and a Master of Science in Biology in 2010. Thereafter, he attended the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry to become a Doctor of Dental Surgery in 2014. Throughout his courses of study at the University of Illinois, Dr. King conducted genomics studies on the stresses from sugars and sugar-substitutes, furthering the modern understanding of their health implications.

As a practitioner, Dr. King has furthered his studies through the Spear Education campus with foci on digital crowns, cosmetic restorations, and implant restorations. Studying with the American Research and Development Institute of Implantology brings a refined understanding of modern dental implants and performance in clinical situations.

Dr. King and his family are members of the Morris community where they enjoy camping, fishing, and enjoying the many family festivals Morris and the surrounding communities have to offer.



Lauren Nicholson, D.M.D.Dr. Lauren

Dr. Nicholson attended Augustana College in Rock Island, Illinois where she received a Bachelor of Arts Degree with a major in Biology and a minor in Biochemistry. She then graduated Magna Cum Laude from Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine, earning her degree in Doctor of Dental Medicine.

During her time at Southern Illinois, Dr. Nicholson was a recipient of the Dr. Larry Lowe Memorial Scholarship and was the awarded the Quintessence Award for Clinical Achievement in Restorative Dentistry, Hanau Best of the Best in Fixed Prosthodontics award, American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, and 2021 Academy of General Dentistry senior student dental award.

In her free time, Dr. Nicholson enjoys spending time with her family and friends, including her 2-year-old Golden Retriever Boomer. Her hobbies include baking, crafting, and watching Chicago sports, Dr. Nicholson is a current member of the American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, Illinois State Dental Society, and the Illinois Valley Dental Society.