Our Team

As a team, our vision is to be the preeminent pediatric dental practice in Chicago, known for excellent patient care, honesty, rolling out the red carpet for every patient, and treating every patient and parent who comes through our doors like family.

We look forward to welcoming you to our Yummy Dental and Orthodontics!

-The YDOK Team

		Dr. Grace Yum Pediatric Dentist	On-staff at Children's Memorial Hospital Other dentists and pediatricians refer their most challenging cases to her Kids love her!
		Dr. Keerthi Golla Pediatric Dentist	Ivy League educated and selected as Chief Resident during her pediatric dental training. Very gentle and has a heart for non-profit dental organizations Kids love her!
		Dr. Michael Higgins Dental Anesthesiologist	On faculty at University of Illinois Medical Center Former president of the American Society of Dental Anesthesiologists Kids love him!
		Dr. Keyur Shah Orthodontist	Graduated #1 in his dental school class at the University of Toronto One of the most talented and gentle people we've ever met Kids love him!
		Rocio Pearson Office Manager	Gets mentioned in Yelp reviews of Yummy Dental! Works hard to keep our office running like a fine Swiss watch Kids love her!
		Marla Reyes Dental Concierge	Always eager to make patients feel at home Loves kids and has three of her own Kids love her!
		Megan Sampson Dental Hygienist	Loves working with children and teaching oral hygiene! Has a great sense of humor and makes visits fun! Kids love her!
		Mary Sturgeon Dental Hygienist	Is very detail-oriented and has a calming personality! Selected as a dental school instructor. Kids love her!
		Teresa Bae Dental Assistant	Has a calming influence on many kids Extremely detail-oriented Kids love her!
		Juana Morales Dental Assistant	Loves kids and has two of her own Has years of experience and is passionate about her work Kids love her!
		Diana Puente Dental Assistant	Knows how to make dental visits fun Has built up years of experience Kids love her!
		Martha Martinez Dental Assistant	Has a sweet and bubbly personality and put kids at ease! Is a mother and loves to be around children! Kids love her!