A “Villager” here at Village Green Dental Center since 2015, Colleen has been building her skills over 15 years. With extended duty training, she assists in general dentistry, root canal treatment, oral surgery, same-day crowns, dental implant placement, full-mouth restorations, and more! She’s passionate about helping patients achieve the function and appearance they desire and working with our assisting team to ensure each and every person under our care receives confidence-inspiring care. In her spare time, Colleen loves watching her daughter grow and learn, spending time with her husband and family and friends, camping, and golfing. “Thank you Village for truly being there for our patients and our team!”
With an associate degree in applied science and her dental hygiene degree from Parkland College, we welcomed Theresa to Village Green back in 1995. Her focus is on ensuring all her patients receive exceptional care with compassion. Off hours, Theresa likes to spend time with her husband and their two kids.
“The Village runs through my blood and is a part of me. I’m convinced you will love this place too!”
Dina is focused on providing gentle care to her patients, ensuring she relays information about your oral health so that you know how best to care for it, maintain it, and improve it. When she’s relaxing after work, you’ll find her reading or playing guitar. Cooking with new recipes brings her joy too!
I graduated from the College of Dupage with an Associates Degree in applied science in dental hygiene. I was a dental assistant for many years before pursuing my career in hygiene. This transition only made my passion for patient care and the dental field grow even stronger. I love being able to help treat and educate my patients in order to achieve optimal oral health! Outside of hygiene, I love reading, watching movies, music, and spending quality time with my husband and two children!
Focused on preventing and treating oral diseases, Olia loves engaging with patients and has a clinical philosophy that centers around doing everything she can to ensure each person in her chair is as comfortable and relaxed as possible.
Olia grew up in Kyiv, Ukraine, and when she’s not caring for smiles, she loves spending time with her husband Kim and their daughter Lorelei. She’s also a huge travel aficionado!
Michelle takes pride in working in a practice that prioritizes the patient’s well-being. Her dedication lies in helping patients accomplish their oral health objectives with sincerity, empathy, and honesty while ensuring their comfort during every visit.
Michelle, who was born and raised in Chicago, has already earned her bachelor’s degree and has aspirations to pursue a master’s degree. She has one son named Jack, and they love exploring new places with their family.
Jacora is the most recent addition to the Village Green Dental team. She takes pleasure in educating her patients about the significance of maintaining good oral hygiene. Jacora understands that a healthy mouth is essential for a happy life and, therefore, puts in extra effort to ensure that her patients achieve their oral health objectives.
Aurora is Jacora’s hometown, and she and her husband, Ismael, are proud pet parents to a dog named Nova and two cats named Diana and Terra. Jacora enjoys reading and aspires to write her own book someday.
Jinal joined the practice after completing her bachelor’s at STUC and is dedicated to helping patients feel seen, heard, and cared for. Her favorite part of her job is talking with patients and creating a comfortable experience.
She and her husband recently relocated from Mount Vernon, and they, along with their two children, are happy to call our community home. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling and giving back through community donations.
Nicole is passionate about dental hygiene because it has given her the opportunity to build relationships and care for smiles. She enjoys getting to know each patient, providing attentive, individualized care, and creating a welcoming experience where questions are always encouraged.
She can be found spending quality time outdoors, working out, biking, and traveling with her husband, Jon, and their son, Isaac. When she isn’t caring for smiles, she loves meeting new people.
Phae focuses on delivering thorough hygiene care while helping patients stay proactive. She believes oral health and overall wellness go hand in hand, and her caring, educational approach helps patients feel informed and confident about their smiles.
Originally from Naperville, Phae has called Aurora home since 2005. In her spare time, she loves going for walks, dancing, and relaxing with her cat, Coco.
Tori became a “Villager” in 2019 with 10 years’ experience working as a dental assistant. Dentistry has fascinated Tori since she was young, and it’s her dream to first achieve her Associates Degree in Biology and then attend dental hygiene school. In time she plans to attend dental school to earn her DDS degree. When not helping others at the Village, Tori enjoys spending time with her boys … riding bikes, going to the park and museums, and taking weekend trips to different zoos and aquariums.
“Village Green Dental has been the home away from home I’ve been looking for. From the patients to my coworkers, I have found everything I’m looking for in a dental practice!”
I graduated high school in December 2017. Throughout my high school years, I joined the medical field and dentistry had always caught my eye but I was always nervous to give it a shot. Joining the Village got me out of my comfort zone and made me like dentistry even more! I love working for the Village because everyone is so nice and they care about every patient.
Brittany graduated from the dental assistant program at COD and is excited to help patients smile with confidence. She appreciates the supportive, flexible environment at Village Green Dental Center and thrives in our caring, supportive, and hands-on setting.
Brittany grew up in Aurora and loves spending her free time with family. Her long-term dream? Becoming a dentist!
Kaitlyn has been a dental assistant for over a year and a half and loves being part of her patients’ smile journeys. She’s passionate about helping each person in her care feel confident about their smile and is thankful to be part of the supportive and caring Village Green Dental Center team.
Originally from Wilmington, IL, she moved to the area with her fiancé. Outside work, Kaitlyn loves reading, trying new recipes, serving at her church, and running. She recently completed her first half-marathon!
Jessica excels at making patients feel comfortable and cared for during their visits to our office. She enjoys the teamwork and hands-on learning that come with being part of our busy and supportive dental office.
Jessica grew up in Bolingbrook and Aurora and loves spending her free time with her two children. When she isn’t caring for smiles, she can often be found playing pool and watching her kids succeed.
A valued member of our team for over a year, Margi is dedicated to helping patients feel confident about their smiles. She’s passionate about continuous learning, is known for her astute attention to detail, and she dreams of becoming a dentist one day!
Away from the practice, Margi enjoys time with her partner and can regularly be found fishing, studying, and working out.
Sheila plays an important role in keeping every patient visit running smoothly by ensuring instruments are properly sterilized and treatment areas meet the ideal standards of cleanliness and infection control. She takes pride in supporting our clinical team behind the scenes and is committed to creating a clean, comfortable environment for both patients and staff.
Outside the office, she loves exploring the city with family and friends and appreciates opportunities to relax and recharge.
Alyssa is thrilled to be the voice behind the phone when you call us at Village Green Dental Center. Ensuring that each phone call is handled with great care is her number one priority. When not at the Village, Alyssa enjoys going camping and spending quality time with her family and friends.
“I couldn’t be more pleased to work for such a wonderful practice. The heartfelt energy of our team fills the air with such joy, welcoming every patient with open arms!”
Hailey is a recent addition to the Village Green Dental team. She is currently completing her education and is eager to advance her career skills. She loves meeting new people and treats everyone with care and respect, making her popular among patients and staff alike.
Hailey and her fiancé, Ashton, are planning their wedding for 2025. She is originally from Bartlett, IL, and is the proud pet mom to a cat named Mochi.
Alyssa recently joined Village Green Dental Center and is already a valued part of our front desk team. She’s passionate about providing excellent customer service and is always looking for ways to grow and move forward in her role.
When she’s not helping patients, she loves reading, baking Dutch apple pie, and volunteering in her community. She’s been proud to call Plainfield home since 2010.
Insurance policies can often be confusing and difficult to navigate. Codi is here to answer your questions and concerns regarding your benefits so you can get the most out of your coverage. A people person, she loves meeting and greeting new patients and nothing makes her day like seeing them leave the office with healthy, glowing smiles.
Codi and her husband, John, are thrilled to have welcomed a new son in May 2023, whom they named Jack. Originally from Kalamazoo, MI, Codi enjoys baking and decorating sugar cookies, spending time with her family, and traveling. Someday, she would like to visit all 50 states.
With her bright personality and strong attention to detail, Jazz makes each patient interaction feel personal and easy. She’s passionate about creating a stress-free experience for everyone who walks through our doors.
She has lived in our community since 2005, and outside of work, Jazz enjoys spending time with her family and her poodle, Prince. Fun fact: it’s her dream to one day become an entrepreneur.
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