I am so grateful to be able to do what I love every day: making peoples lives better by helping to create beautiful smiles. I truly enjoy the interaction with my patients, and the process of giving them the smile of their dreams. I am committed to keeping up to date with the latest technology and information available to help patients have the most effective, comfortable experience possible. - Dr. Chacon
Dr. Jose Chacon received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery in South America, at theUniversity of the Andes, Venezuela. He moved to New York and Texas to complete his post-graduate training. A dual trainee in orofacial pain and orthodontics, Dr. Chacon graduated from theUniversity of Texas Health Science Centerat San Antonio, where he completed his three-year post-doctoral program in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics. This school is considered to be one of the top dental schools in the US.
Following orthodontic graduation, Dr. Chacon became a certified dental specialist in orthodontics in the state of Illinois, where he has been practicing since 2003. He became a board-certified orthodontist in 2007.
In addition to his training in orthodontics, Dr. Chacon completed a Master of Science degree in oral sciences at theSchool of Dental Medicinein Buffalo, New York. During the time he was in New York he also completed a two-year, full-time training in orofacial pain and temporomandibular disorders.
When he is not with his patients, Dr. Chacon enjoys spending time with his family and participating in outdoor activities such as downhill skiing, tennis, and running. He has volunteered for mission trips to underserved areas in Central America, treating patients in extremely poor conditions. He has also participated in local orthodontic efforts to treat underserved patients in the Chicago community with the American Association of Orthodontists through orthodontic donated services.
Dr. Patino earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 1994 at theUniversity of the Andesin Venezuela, where she was born and raised. She then moved to Buffalo, New York, for her three-year post-graduate periodontics residency program at theState University of New Yorkat Buffalo. She received her specialty certificate in periodontics from that institution in 2001, along with a masters degree in oral sciences. Dr. Patino has been practicing periodontics and living in the Chicago area for the last ten years.
Dr. Patino attends several continuing education courses during the year at the local, national, and international levels to keep abreast of the latest research and clinical advances. She strives to provide her patients with the best, most up-to-date care. Her areas of special interest include periodontal and implant-related aesthetics.
Dr. Patino is an active member of theAmerican Academy of Periodontology,American Board of Periodontology,American Dental Association,Midwest Society of Periodontology,Illinois Society of Periodontists, andIllinois State Dental Society. In 2004, Dr. Patino became a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, the highest attainable academic achievement in the field of periodontics.
Dr. Chacon has provided outstanding orthodontic care through Aurora Orthodontics & Periodontics since 2013. Dr. Chacon has a Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree, is a certified dental specialist in orthodontics in the state of Illinois, and is a board-certified orthodontist.
Dr. Chacon recognizes that adults and children have different needs and that they require different levels of attention, care, and planning. What does this mean for you? This means that Dr. Chacon will work with you to ensure that you receive the most appropriate treatments and to guarantee that your needs are met with understanding and respect.