Dentist in Canton
Comprehensive care for your whole family, right here in Canton.
Your family's dental care, all in one place.
Associates in Dentistry has cared for families in Canton since 1972. Today, Dr. Aaron Thum sees patients in the community where he was born and raised, providing everything from routine exams and cleanings to restorative and emergency dental care. You'll see the same dentist at every visit.
A practice for every stage of your family's smile
From routine checkups and preventive care to more involved treatment, we offer a wide range of dental care right here in Canton. Services available at this office include root canals, crowns and bridges, dentures, implant restoration, clear aligners, laser gum treatment and emergency care.



One Dentist, Familiar Care
A one-doctor office means you know who's treating you, and your dentist knows your history.
The Same Dentist Every Visit
Dr. Thum sees patients at the Canton office, so your care stays with the same dentist from your first exam through follow-up treatment.
Care Close to Home
Routine exams, cleanings and restorative care can all be handled at the Canton office, giving local families a place to keep their dental care in one practice.
Local Roots
Dr. Thum was born and raised in Canton and now cares for patients in the same community where he grew up.
Meet Your Dentist
Dr. Thum grew up in Canton and now cares for patients here. Get to know him before your first visit.
Come See Us
Mon 8:00AM – 5:00PM
Tues 8:00AM – 5:00PM
Wed 8:00AM – 5:00PM
Thur 8:00AM – 5:00PM
Fri 8:00AM – 3:00PM
More Than 400 Patients Have Shared Their Experience
Associates in Dentistry has earned a 4.9-star rating across more than 2,000 reviews from patients at our four locations.
I highly recommend Dr. Thum at Associates. He’s very kind, honest, with quality care. I had dental anxiety so bad before him. He never rushes you and will do what’s best/necessary.
This dentist office was the only one in my area that took me right in when I had an emergency. That was when I was 23 years old, and 36 years later I am still going here.
My experience at Associates in Dentistry with Dr. Thum and staff was great. I did not feel rushed. They answered all my questions. I had my teeth cleaned and the hygienist was very gentle.
Dr. Thum is a very thorough and caring dentist. I enjoy my visits with him and all of the staff there. It's one of the only dentists in Canton that takes care of most every dental need.

Questions before you come in?
Anything else, call us - (309) 647-3331
Are you accepting new patients?
Yes. We welcome new patients. Request an appointment online or call (309) 647-3331.
Do you take my insurance?
We accept and bill most dental insurance plans. We're a fee-for-service practice and not in-network with any plan, so we'll file your claims and help you understand your estimated benefits. We don't accept Medicaid.
Do you place dental implants?
Associates in Dentistry provides implant restoration, which is the crown or tooth replacement attached to an existing implant post. Implant placement is a separate step that we don't perform, so the post is placed by another provider first.
Do you see children?
Yes. We see kids and adults, so the whole family can come to one office.
What if I have a dental emergency?
Call us as early as you can and tell us what's happening. The team can help determine how quickly you need to be seen and what to do next.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes. We offer CareCredit and an in-house 0% interest payment plan for up to six months.




