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Meet Our Clinical Coordinator

Colleen

Clinical Coordinator

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!”

Meet Our Compassionate & Gentle Oral Hygiene Team

Theresa

Registered Dental Hygienist

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

Registered Dental Hygienist

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!

Janet

Registered Dental Hygienist

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!

Olia

Dental Hygienist

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

Dental Hygienist

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

Dental Hygienist

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

Dental Hygienist

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.

Kathryn (Katie)

Dental Hygienist

Katie is passionate about patient education and believes that great oral health starts with personalized care and understanding. Her gentle approach and attention to detail help patients feel at ease during every cleaning.

An Arrowsmith native, Katie enjoys cooking, gardening, and spending time with her husband, kids, and dogs. She loves being part of church activities whenever possible, and it’s her dream to go on a mission trip one day.

Suzanne

Dental Hygienist

Suzanne joined Village Green Dental Center just over two years ago. She is driven by a deep commitment to advocating for children’s dental health, focusing on helping kids have nutritious, tooth-healthy meals and teaching young patients’ positive oral habits so they feel confident and connected to their health.

Born and raised in Sandwich, IL, Suzanne has also spent time in Hawaii and Texas, but chose to return to the area to be near family. She enjoys baking, making bread, and is excitedly expecting her second child, due in Christmas 2025!

Meet Our Dynamic & Supportive Assistants

Tori

Assistant Team Leader

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!”

Shivani

Dental Assistant

I grew up in India, earned my Bachelor of Dental Surgery, and afterwards (12 years ago) relocated here with my husband Aditya and our two children. My favorite part of the day is making my patients comfortable, especially by compassionately helping those with anxiety, sensory issues, and autism (for which I’ve had extensive training in applied behavior analysis/therapy).

On my own time, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, watching movies, listening to music, reading, and volunteering at the Chicago Dental Society Dental Community Clinic.

Milda

Dental Assistant

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.

Alejandro

Dental Assistant

I have always had a passion for dentistry as far back I could remember. After visiting the office several times as a child, my fear went away and the passion began to bloom.

After serving 5 years in the United States Marine Corps, I wanted to know the “ins and outs” of the dental life. I attended a program, First Institute where I spent an entire year learning about the profession. I began my assisting journey this year April,2021. I love everything art and music, spending time with my wife and son, Mateo! Everything about food, adventure and Of course, dentistry!

Anggie

Dental Assistant

Anggie treats her patients like beloved members of her family, generously giving each patient the time and attention they need for optimal care. She is experienced in a variety of procedures including IV, oral, and nitrous oxide sedation, CPR, X-rays, and more.

Originally from Venezuela, Anggie and her husband Diego moved to the Aurora area earlier this year. They’re the proud parents of a son, Alexander, and the pet parents of their Jack Russell Terrier, Jack.

Brittany

Dental Assistant

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 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

Dental Assistant

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 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!

Chasity

Dental Assistant

Chasity loves helping patients feel at ease in her care and seeing their confidence grow after every visit. She’s known for her positive attitude and dedication to helping patients understand that optimal oral health benefits not only their smile, but also their total well-being.

Originally from Aurora, Chasity enjoys spending her free time with her husband and three children. She loves hosting neighborhood kids as often as possible, and it’s her dream to one day travel the world!

Maria(Mia)

Dental Assistant

Mia is known for her upbeat attitude and ability to make patients feel relaxed and cared for. She loves seeing the joy that comes with helping someone achieve a healthy, confident smile and devotes herself to making every visit feel easy.

Born and raised in Monterrey, Mexico, Maria spends her free time with her husband and family, enjoying reading, walking, and taking spontaneous shopping trips. She is fluent in Spanish and enjoys connecting with patients who also speak her native language.

Makena

Dental Assistant

Makena brings a caring spirit and a love for helping others to her role as a dental assistant. She enjoys making each appointment smooth and positive while supporting both patients and teammates.

When she’s not at the office, Makena enjoys spending time with her dogs, Rylee and Koda, as well as traveling and attending concerts. Her dream is to become a dental hygienist or dentist!

Jessica

Dental Assistant

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.

Margi

Dental Assistant

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.

Meet Our Friendly & Outgoing Front Desk Team

Alyssa

Administrative Support Team Leader

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

Administrative Support

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.

Abigail

Administrative Support

Born and raised right here in Aurora, Abigail joined the Village Green Dental family in January 2024. She loves meeting new people and getting to know them better, and she’s eager to lend a hand whenever she can. She always greets everyone who passes through our doors with a cheery smile and friendly hello. Abigail and her partner, Cole, enjoy spending time with friends and family and cuddling with their pets, Catie, Mini, Koko, Pepper, and Patches.

Codi

Insurance And Benefits Coordinator

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.

Maiya

Administrative Team

Maiya is part of our friendly admin team and brings a warm, kind presence to every patient interaction. Originally from Aurora, she loves supporting patients while making their experience as easy and welcoming as possible.

Outside the office, she enjoys going to church, playing soccer, and spending time with friends. Fun facts: her dog’s name is Toby, and she dreams of owning a Cadillac one day.

Alyssa

Administrative Support

Alyssa recently joined Village Green Dental 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.

Jazz

Administrative Support

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.

Anna

Administrative Support

Anna brings a welcoming smile and a calm, organized energy to our front office team. She loves helping patients feel comfortable from the moment they arrive and ensuring every visit is as smooth as possible.

Raised in the south suburbs of Chicago, Anna enjoys working out, rollerblading, cooking, and listening to music. She stays active in the community by being a hardworking member of society.

Kim

Administrative Support

Kim’s friendly voice is often one of the first you’ll hear when you call our office. She loves getting to know patients, scheduling visits that accommodate their busy schedules, and helping them feel right at home from check-in to check-out.

Outside of work, Kim enjoys time with her partner and two dogs, two cats, and one bird. She enjoys unwinding with her favorite shows, and it’s her dream to travel the world one day.

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