My Trip to the Dentist: A Chronicle News Review | Dr. Evelyn Lucas-Perry Aspen Dental, Ypsilanti, Michigan | Personal Note from the Publisher

Yanice Y. Carter
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Photo Credit:The Chronicle Media Group Yanice Carter spent some time in the chair at Dr. Evelyn Lucas-Perry’s office, and it was more than an appointment, it was an experience. From the dentist to the staff, the care, professionalism, and attention to detail all felt intentional. You can always tell when a team is operating in excellence, and that day, I felt it.

As a publisher, I have the honor of telling powerful stories, but every now and then, one becomes personal. Dr. Evelyn Lucas-Perry Cheek is not only part of the incredible Lucas-Perry dental legacy, she is also my dentist.

Courtesy Photo: Dr. Evelyn Lucas-Perry(DrCheeks) Behind every confident smile is someone who understands the power of care. Listen… when your dentist looks like this AND delivers excellence? Yeah, you booked the right one.

During a time when I was experiencing severe dental pain and struggling to get the care I needed within the Greater Lansing area, her team stepped in with compassion, urgency, and professionalism.

From the moment I walked in, the staff was impressive, warm, attentive, and fully present.

They didn’t just treat the issue, they made sure I was heard, cared for, and comfortable. That level of service reflects strong leadership, and it shows throughout the entire practice.

What stood out to me immediately was the environment. The equipment was state of the art. The level of care, the setup, the overall experience… it felt like I was in a major city such as Atlanta, Chicago, or Washington, DC. I hadn’t experienced that level of advanced, in-house capability in quite some time.

And that matters. Because when you’re in pain, you don’t just need treatment…

you need confidence in where you are and who is caring for you.

It’s one thing to build a successful practice.

It’s another to truly show up for people when they need it most.

And that… is what this legacy is built on.