Dentists

Dr. Shemesh graduated undergrad from IU South Bend and went on to earn his DDS degree from Indiana University School of Dentistry. Before moving to South Bend, he spent five years practicing dentistry in Chicago. He joined Family Dental Health in 2001. 

Aside from dentistry, Dr. Shemesh loves spending time with his family and enjoys the outdoors.

Dr. Hendricks was raised in South Bend and graduated from Clay High School and Manchester University. After his time at Manchester, Dr. Hendricks spent a year as an AmeriCorps volunteer at the Free Clinic of Southwest Washington in Vancouver, WA. 

Dr. Hendricks received his DDS degree at Indiana University in 2016 and the following year, completed a hospital-based residency program in general practice dentistry at St. Joseph Mercy Oakland Hospital in Pontiac, MI. In addition to his private practice, he volunteers time with the Dr. Angie Health Exchange Program.

He enjoys continuing his education both at home in a Spear Study Club with local dentists and specialists as well as numerous hours taking courses from the best dentists in the country. Dr. Hendricks is committed to providing individualized care that excels in quality for the community that raised him.

Dr. Hendricks is married with two children. He enjoys cycling, gardening, and cooking. As a family, the Hendricks' enjoy being outdoors, traveling and eating ice cream.

Dr. Watkins was born and raised in Bloomington, Indiana. He graduated from Notre Dame and went on to earn his doctorate in dental surgery from Indiana University School of Dentistry. Following dental school, Dr. Watkins returned to Bloomington and worked in private practice for several years before moving to South Bend. He joined Family Dental Health in spring of 2018. 

Dr. Watkins and his wife, Jessie have three daughters; Claire, Ellie, and Mia. 

In his spare time, he enjoys running with his wife and two dogs, playing at the park with his daughters, as well as attending Notre Dame athletic events.

Dr. Lorenc is a native of South Bend, IN and is excited to have returned to serve her hometown!

After attending Saint Joseph High School, Dr. Lorenc graduated with her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Saint Mary’s College in 2018. Next, she moved to Indianapolis to attain her Master of Science degree in Biology from Purdue University at IUPUI.

She has spent the last 4 years in Downers Grove, IL pursuing her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine. 

Dr. Lorenc is married with one son and a Siberian husky. Outside of the office, she and her family enjoy golfing, attending concerts, and cheering on the Notre Dame Fighting Irish.

A native of South Bend, Dr. Weingarten, along with Dr. Gitlin, started the practice in 1979 on Mishawaka Ave.

After attending Adams High School and Indiana University in Bloomington, he earned his dental degree from Indiana University School of Dentistry. In addition to his work at FDH, Dr. Weingarten has worked with IUSB's Hygiene Program, served as the Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs at the IU School of Dentistry in Indianapolis and served as president of the IN State Board of Dentistry. He was a fellow of the American College of Dentists and the International College of Dentists.

Dr. Bill Gitlin retired from practice at the end of 2021 after 42 years with Family Dental Health. Along with Dr. Weingarten, the two started the practice in 1979 on Mishawaka Ave. 

Dr. Gitlin was raised in Bluffton, IN. He completed his undergrad education at Miami University of Ohio, and earned his DDS degree from Indiana University School of Dentistry. He has been recognized by the Indiana Dental Association for his many contributions to the Michiana community and is a fellow of the International College of Dentists. Outside of the office, he volunteered his time at the Sister Maura Brannick Health Center and served as a board member for the North Central Dental Foundation.