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Job Titles:
- Certified Dental Technician
Dr. Alec Joy grew up in Northwest Indiana. He attended Purdue University where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Sports Science, and went on to receive his Doctor of Dental Medicine at Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine - Illinois. He is a member of the American Dental Association, Chicago Dental Society, Illinois State Dental Society, Academy of General Dentistry, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, American Academy of Implant Dentistry and International College of Oral Implantologists.
Dr. Joy is committed to life-long learning that will bring advanced and effective dental treatments to his patients. He takes pride in providing his patients with comprehensive care to address their needs whether simple or complex. Upon graduation, Dr Joy has taken multiple continuing education courses covering implants, implant supported dentures, cosmetic restorations, Invisalign, guided bone regeneration, and much more.
In his free time, Dr. Joy can be found at the gym, at the golf course, spending time with his growing family, or rooting for the Chicago Blackhawks and Bears.
Job Titles:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
Dr. Osmolinski is a highly motivated Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon with extensive didactic and clinical experience in the field of medicine and dentistry
Dr. Chowdhury specializes in dental implants and is board-certified. His training includes a Dental University based implant fellowship program which was specific to dental implants only.
He completed his undergraduate training at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, where he studied Economics as well as a predental curriculum. Following his undergraduate studies, Dr. Daitch attended Northwestern University Dental School in Chicago where he received his D.D.S. degree (doctor of dental surgery). In addition to taking hundreds of hours of dental continuing education courses in order to further his knowledge and skills, Dr. Daitch has taken the accreditation course for Invisalign, the Academy of Laser Dentistry and for Cerec (single visit restorations).
He has broad experience in complex dental case diagnosis, treatment planning and restoration that include but is not limited to: metal free cosmetic restorations, implants, precision attachments, veneers, soft tissue lasers, sleep apnea appliances as well as cosmetic fillings and crowns.
He enjoys and has extensive experience in working with specialist colleagues in the development and execution of the best care for his patients. Dr. Daitch is a member of the American Dental Association, the Illinois State Dental Society and the Chicago Dental Society
In addition to dentistry Dr. Daitch is interested in business and has attended the University of Chicago, Booth School of Business where he received an MBA. He is married, has three sons and enjoys international travel and both Nordic and downhill skiing.
Dr. Larry Daitch has extensive experience in the practice of general/cosmetic/restorative dentistry over more than 25 years.
Job Titles:
- Board Certified Oral Surgeon
- Certified Oral Surgeon
Dr. Lawrence Zager is a Board Certified Oral Surgeon, practicing in Chicago Illinois. The scope of his practice includes an array of oral surgery procedures, including advanced CBCT imaging to restore implants, sinus augmentations, bone grafting with soft tissue grafting of the upper and lower jaws, removal of impacted teeth, removal of tumors or cysts, treatment of temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJ/TMD), corrective jaw surgery and treatment for the dental phobic, mentally compromised, elderly or physically handicapped patients.
Dr. Zager was born in Chicago and received his dental degree at Loyola University Dental School (1978) and his oral and maxillofacial surgery training at Cook County Hospital, Chicago (1981). He became Board Certified in 1985.
He has taught at the following institutions:
- Northwestern University Dental School, 1981-1989
- Ravenswood Hospital, 1981-2001
- Michael Reese Hospital, 1995-2000
- University of Illinois Dental School, Dept. of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, 2001-2007
Dr. Zager is an active member of the community and heavily involved in social action programs that serve the city. During his off time, Dr. Zager likes to ski, bike and ballroom dance. He is a photography hobbyist and he has been a long time supporter of the Chicago Bears.
Job Titles:
- Dentist / American College of Prosthodontists
Dr. Pierre graduated from the Dental School at the University of Paris, France in 1970. He worked in private practice for a few years and taught at the School of Dentistry in Paris. He attended the Fixed Periodontal Prosthesis Postgraduate Program at the University of Illinois, where he received his Specialty Certificate in Fixed Prosthodontics in 1976. He then attended the Periodontics Postgraduate Program at the University of Illinois where he received his Specialty Certificate in Periodontics in 1977.
He was appointed Assistant Professor and taught undergraduate and graduate students at the University of Illinois, where he became the Director of the periodontal Prosthesis Postgraduate Program. In this position he trained dentists to treat patients with complex and complicated dental conditions. He also taught at Northwestern University Dental School in the Department of Biomaterials. r. Pierre has been practicing Adult Reconstructive, Restorative, Implant and Cosmetic Dentistry in private practice since 1983.
He was a consultant for the Army, the Air Force and the Marines. Dr. Pierre has lectured in the U.S., Canada and Europe. He was elected by his peers to be included in the list of The Best Dentists in America in 2004-2005.
Job Titles:
- Surgeon
- Certifiedin Advanced Cardiac Life Support / Advanced Trauma Life Support, and BLS / View Details
Dr. Phil Meehan, originally from Rockford, IL, received his bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences with Honors from the University of Missouri in 2009. Following his undergraduatestudies, he completed his Doctorate in Dental Surgery degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) in 2013. During his time there, he was recognized as one of the top students involved in their more specialized Oral Surgery Honors program. Hereceived numerous awards for exemplary academic performance, one of which was the Omicron Kappa Upsilon fraternity, the national dental honor society.
Following dental school, Dr. Meehan completed a 4 year Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency at Cook County Hospital and Rush University Medical Center. During residency, Dr.Meehan was appointed chief resident and cared for a diverse population of patients requiring a wide range of treatment. He gained extensive experience with complex facial trauma, plastic and reconstructive surgery, skeletal/facial deformities, severe odontogenicinfections, oral/maxillofacial pathology including head and neck cancer, and facial reconstruction. In addition, he gained extensive knowledge in both general and outpatient anesthesia, dental implants, dento-alveolar surgery including wisdom teeth, bonegrafting, and orthognathic surgery. Dr. Meehan has worked with Dr. Laverdiere Beck for the past 4 years at John Stroger Hospital and now plans on practicing the full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery in the North Shore and Downtown areas. He has hospitalprivileges at the NorthShore University HealthSystem Hospitals (Evanston Hospital, Glenbrook Hospital, Skokie Hospital and Highland Park Hospital). He is also an adjunct faculty member at Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine. Dr. Meehan is certifiedin Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, and BLS.
Dr. Meehan lives in downtown Chicago. He enjoys activities in the city, including sporting events, concerts, and anything involving Lake Michigan. He is an avid endurance athlete,competes in triathlons, and recently completed his 5th Chicago marathon. He also enjoys traveling, photography, and the Chicago Cubs.