About us

"Dr. Henry C. Anyanabor, DMD, MPH, BDS is the Managing Clinical Director at Aspen Dental in East Peoria, Illinois. With more than a decade of experience in dentistry, Dr. Anyanabor is committed to providing comprehensive, patient-centered care that blends clinical excellence with compassion.

He earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine from the University of Illinois Chicago (Class of 2025), a Master of Public Health in Epidemiology from Liberty University, and a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Benin, Nigeria. His unique background in both dentistry and public health allows him to deliver care that considers not only the individual patient but also the broader community.

Dr. Anyanabor has been recognized with several honors, including the Chalmers J. Lyons Academy Award in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, the Dr. Darryl D. Pendleton Scholarship, and the Dr. Leslie J. Braun Jr. Award. He also served as an epidemiologist with the Illinois Department of Public Health and the CDC Foundation, contributing to statewide and national health initiatives.

Beyond the clinic, Dr. Anyanabor is passionate about health equity, outreach, and research that improves treatment outcomes. He strives to create a welcoming environment for his patients and is dedicated to helping them achieve healthy, confident smiles."