About Our Practice

At Modern Dentistry of Auburn it is our philosophy to treat and care for all our patients as if they were our family members, developing relationships that will last outside the scope of our office and extend into our community presence.

Who are we at
Modern Dentistry of Auburn?

Well, we’re a dental office, of course. Dr. Whitely has been in practice since 2010 and in Auburn since 2018. Like all dental offices, we offer comprehensive oral care. We do professional cleanings, deep cleanings using some of the best hygienists in the area. We do tooth colored fillings and crowns, much of which we are able to utilize our technology to fabricate same day crowns. We do bridges and night guards, dentures and orthodontics as well as implant restorations. We can help with snoring or sleep apnea.

What Makes Us Different

Our philosophy is to get to know YOU. To interact with you like you are a part of our family. We want to get to know you so that we can treat you the way you need to be cared for, not in some cookie cutter fashion. Every person’s health is unique and our goal is to meet you where you are and create a health plan together.

We realize coming to the dentist isn’t often the easiest place to be. We ALWAYS have a discussion about how we can best make you comfortable. Maybe it’s a warm blanket, maybe it’s a warm neck wrap, maybe it’s allowing you to rock out to your own music player, maybe it’s offering medication to help take the edge off. Our goal is to make sure you feel at ease and ready to go.

What we’re not?

Unlike similar local namesakes, we are not a corporate dental chain. Dr. Whitely is a one man show with a great team unique to this practice. We are not a sales pitch. We do not make you feel bad for opting against recommended treatment. We don’t judge you, your health, or your unique situation.

Much like every dentist should, Dr. Whitely has dedicated years in education to perfecting his craft of dentistry. The one thing not taught in education, however, is learning the human experience. It is different for each of our patients, and that is what sets us above other offices.

Meet Our Friendly Staff

Jesse Whitely, DDS

Dr. Whitely brings over 13 years of experience to our office and has a true passion for helping patients through his work in general dentistry and sleep medicine. He is the founder of Foothills Sleep Solutions, where he focuses on improving patients’ health and quality of life through better sleep. When he’s not at work, you can find Dr. Whitely enjoying a nice dinner at Josephine’s or relaxing with a cold drink at the beer garden at Crooked Lane. He loves hiking along the canyon in the spring and spending weekends up in the Sierra with his wife and two daughters during the summer.

Lynn – Insurance Coordinator

With over 27 years of experience in the dental field, Lynn brings a wealth of knowledge and dedication to her role as our Insurance Coordinator. She’s the go-to person for navigating the complexities of dental insurance and helping our patients understand their benefits with clarity and confidence. Outside the office, Lynn enjoys spending time with her beloved grandkids—especially cheering them on at their sports games. She’s also a big fan of Michael Bublé and never misses a chance to relax with some good music. Lynn’s deep industry expertise makes her a valued member of our team and a valuable resource among our patients.