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Hygienists

Zainab Adeyemo

Zainab Adeyemo is a highly skilled dental hygienist with a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene from The Ohio State University. With three years of clinical experience, she specializes in preventive care, periodontal therapy, and patient education, ensuring high- quality oral healthcare for diverse patient populations. Beyond clinical practice, Zainab is known for her strong … Read more

Hiral Patel

Hiral Patel RDH - 1st Family Dental

Hiral is a passionate and dedicated dental hygienist who thrives on helping individuals achieve and maintain their best oral health. A graduate of Harper College in 2018 with a degree in Dental Hygiene, Hiral also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Communication and Public Relations. Her deep enjoyment in the dental hygiene field comes from the … Read more

Alexis Vazquez

Alexis Vazquez Dental Hygienist

Alexis Vazquez graduated from the College of DuPage with an Associate in Applied Science degree in Dental Hygiene. During her time at the college, she excelled in both her academic and clinical courses, gaining hands-on experience in patient care, dental radiography, and periodontal therapy. Alexis also participated in various dental hygiene community outreach programs, which … Read more

Akumoah Boateng

Akumoah Boateng Dental Hygienist

Akuamoah Boateng is a personable, detail-oriented licensed dental hygienist with a steady hand and gentle touch. He has a high level of confidence in oral health skills including cleanings, flossing, and screenings combined with the ability to put patients at ease, and take proactive steps to avoid tooth loss and gum disease. Akuamoah is passionate … Read more

Hetal Desai

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Hetal, although relatively new to our team, has been a part of the dental world for over eight years. She graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degree from Government Dental College and Hospital in Nagpur, India, back in 2014. Her passion for dentistry led her to pursue a career as a dental hygienist … Read more

Natasha Ring

Natasha Ring

Natasha Ring graduated from College of Du page as dental Hygienist and currently lives in Maple Park, IL, where she was born and raised. Her first degree was a Bachelors in Exercise Science from Aurora University. Natasha lives with her fiance, two big snuggly dogs, and a three-legged forever kitten. She enjoys spending her free … Read more

Veronica Smith

Veronica Smith

Veronica is a Dental Hygiene graduate from Ferris State University. She is from Michigan and met her husband in the Washington D.C metropolitan area after completing her degree. They currently reside in the area with their two young children. Veronica is passionate about spending time with family and friends, and enjoys outdoor activities in her … Read more

Marwa Gorgis

Marwah Gorgis was born and raised in Baghdad/Iraq. She graduated from the college of health and medical technology in Baghdad/Iraq and awarded the degree of bachelor of Prosthodontic Techniques in 2008. Marwah moved to Chicago in 2010 and had worked in the dental field for seven years. Following her passion for the dental hygiene profession, … Read more

Nicole Stanko

Nicole Stanko Nicole graduated from Prairie State College as a registered dental hygienist RDH, BA. She is currently up-to-date on continuing education courses. She believes having knowledge is the way to progress and improve patient management skills. “I love being a hygienist for many reasons, I get to not only make patients healthier but I … Read more

Dina Zochowski

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Dina Zochowski Dina has been in the dental field for over 20 years. She started out as a certified dental assistant, then went back to school to become a registered dental hygienist. She keeps up to date with continuing education courses. Dina resides in Elgin with her two sons and enjoys spending family time with … Read more