Dr. Lance Skinkys joined Ridge Dental Group in 2011. A native of Bensenville Illinois, he graduated from Fenton High School in 1997. In 2001, Dr. Lance completed a B.A. degree in German from Elmhurst College. He completed his B.S degree in biology there in 2004 with a minor in chemistry. While completeing his dental training at the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry, he obtained his B.S in dentistry in 2008 and Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 2010. In 2011, Dr. Skinkys trained at Advocate Illinois Masonic Hospital while earning his certificate in General Practice Residency. Dr. Skinkys has been recognized for professionalism and scientific merit. Treating medically compromised patients, sedation dentistry and oral surgery are specific areas of interest. He prides himself on being able to communicate and connect with his patients. Dr. Lance resides in Elmhurst with his wife Elizabeth and children Kate and Ben.