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Serving Bloomington Since 1966

Our story at 3929 E. Third Street began in 1966, when Dr. McGuire established the original dental practice. Dr. Tharp joined in 1983 and continued its tradition of personal, trusted care for generations of Bloomington families.

In 2025, Dr. Peter Girgis founded Firefly Dental as the next chapter in that history. While the Firefly name is new, the practice’s roots run deep. We are proud to carry this legacy forward with thoughtful, conservative dentistry and a warm, friendly approach to patient care.

Not a Corporate Chain

Firefly Dental is independently owned and led by Dr. Peter Girgis. You’ll see familiar faces and receive care shaped by personal relationships, thoughtful clinical judgment, and what is right for you.

A conservative approach.

A conservative approach.

Good dentistry is not about doing the most treatment. It is about doing the right treatment at the right time. We work to preserve natural teeth, explain reasonable options, and tell you when something can simply be monitored rather than treated immediately.

Good dentistry is not about doing the most treatment. It is about doing the right treatment at the right time. We work to preserve natural teeth, explain reasonable options, and tell you when something can simply be monitored rather than treated immediately.

Thoughtful care, at every stage.

Prevent

Thoughtful routine care designed to identify concerns early and keep small problems small.

Preserve

Conservative recommendations focused on maintaining your natural teeth and avoiding unnecessary intervention.

Restore

When treatment is needed, we aim to restore comfort, function, and appearance with care that is appropriate and durable.

Portrait of Dr. Peter Girgis, owner and dentist at Firefly Dental

Peter Girgis, DMD

Dr. Peter Girgis is the owner and dentist at Firefly Dental. He graduated with honors from Wheaton College and earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine, where he was elected by his classmates to serve as the graduation class speaker.

His approach is centered on careful diagnosis, practical recommendations, and treating patients with the same honesty and attention he would want for his own family.

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We look forward to welcoming you to Firefly Dental. New patients are always welcome.

Hours

Monday–Thursday
9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

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