Our goal is to provide you with the highest quality of care. Each procedure is done with your comfort and safety in mind.Please feel free to ask questions before, during or after any of the procedures that we offer.
A standard of excellence in personalized dental care enables us to provide the quality dental services our patients deserve. We provide comprehensive treatment planning andwork with your general dentist to achieve your optimal dental health. We start with a comprehensive exam - checking the overall health of your teeth and gums, performing oral cancer exams and taking digital x-rays when necessary. We are concerned about your general health. A review of your medical history can help us stay informed of your overall health, any medications and any illnesses that may impact your dental health and dental treatment.
Infection control in our office is critically important to us. To protect our patients and ourselves, we strictly maintain sterilization and cross contamination processes using standards recommended by the American Dental Association (ADA), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Center for Disease Control (CDC).
As your dental health professionals, we want you to be confident knowing that we are a team of highly trained and skilled clinicians and staff. We offer state of the art technology including digital radiographs, dental lasers and cone beam CT (3D) imaging. To give you the best possible service and results, we are also committed to continuing education and learning. We organize and attend dental lectures, meetings and conventions to stay informed of new techniques and also help educate our referring dentists and their staff.
Building a foundation of trust by treating our patients as special individuals is vital to our success. We understand how uneasy some patients may feel about their dental visits and strive to make a difference in providing a relaxing and positive experience. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with excellent, personalized care and service to make your visits as comfortable and pleasant as possible.
After completing her undergraduate degree at Western Michigan University, she completed her dental school degree in 1989 at the University of Illinois College of Dentistry. She furthered her education at the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry, specializing in Periodontics in 1991. Since her graduation in 1991, Dr. Jennings has been in private practice at LaGrange Periodontics for over 30 years. Dr. Jennings is also a past Clinical Professor in Periodontics at the University of Illinois College of Dentistry.
Dr. Jennings attends regular dental meetings and specialty conferences in order to keep current in providing the best quality treatment. She has also lectured for numerous dental and periodontal societies and serves on various dental committees.
Besides her devotion and dedication to periodontics and treating her patients, she also takes great pride in being a mother of two wonderful children. When not involved with dentistry, Dr. Jennings enjoys running, fitness, sports and traveling. She is blessed withsupportive family and friends.
Dr. Monica Babbitt grew up in the town of Bristol, Illinois, about 60 miles west of the city of Chicago. In 1988, she graduated from Southern Illinois University with a degree in dental hygiene. While working part-time as a hygienist, she continued her education at University of Illinois in Chicago, where she earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in 1993 and her Doctorate Degree from the School of Dentistry in 1994. She completed her education at University of Nebraska in Lincoln with a surgical residency in Periodontology in 1997.
Because of her background, Dr. Babbitt has been involved in the area of Periodontics for over 20 years. She has served as an Associate Clinical Professor, in the Department of Periodontology, at University of Illinois College of Dentistry, where she received the Faculty Development Award from the Department of Periodontics in 1999. She left teaching in 2001 due to the demands of a busy practice and her growing family. Her private practice involves all aspects of periodontal therapy, including non-surgical treatment of periodontal disease, placing dental implants, and diagnosis of oral pathology. She is particularly interested in oral plastic surgery for aesthetic improvement and the medical implications from oral infection. She was instrumental in a research project through the National Institute of Health, which looked at the link between osteoporosis, post-menopause and periodontal disease.
Dr. Babbitt frequently attends continuing education courses, most recently regarding alternative medicine, implants and laser surgical techniques. She has also completed a proficiency certificate from the Academy of Laser Dentistry. In the last two years, she has attended 100+ hours of continuing education, which is over 3-times that required by the State of Illinois. She has been a member of the American Academy of Periodontology and the Midwest Society of Periodontology since 1998.
Dr. Farah Shakir is a Board Certified in Periodontics and Dental Implant Surgery. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of Illinois and graduated cum laude. She then pursued a Masters Degree in Biotechnology from Rush University. After returning back to the University of Illinois, she received her DMD, graduating with honors. She received her Certificate in Periodontics and Masters in Oral Sciences from the University of Illinois, Chicago.
She was awarded The International College of Dentists Humanitarian Award, American Student Dental Association Award of Excellence, The American Academy of Periodontology Student Award, and the Robert Savage Award. She is currently a part time faculty member at the University of Illinois overseeing the dental students. She is certified in IV sedation and continues to seek continual education courses. She enjoys microsurgical techniques and utilizes laser therapy. She is a member of the American Dental Association, the Illinois State Dental Society, The Chicago Dental Society, The American Academy of Periodontology, The Midwest Society of Periodontology and The Illinois Society of Periodontists. Dr. Shakir has been published in many dental journals.
While being active on many committees, Dr. Shakir has served as the president of the American Student Dental Association. She was also the recipient of the Albert Schweitzer Fellowship, where she spent a year working with Syrian refugees. Dr. Shakir is passionate about community service and enjoys donating her time to worthy causes.
Originally from Wilmette, Dr. Shakir now resides in Chicago with her husband and two children. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, skiing and visiting family abroad. Not only is she fluent in Spanish, but Arabic as well.
Denise graduated from Prairie State College in 2009 and stays up to date with continuing education courses throughout the year. Her certifications include CPR, nitrous oxide administration and local anesthesia administration. She is currently a member of the Chicago Dental Society. She provides quality oral hygiene services as well as patient education and loves to build strong relationships with her patients on both a professional and personal level.
When not treating patients, Denise organizes dental seminars to offer other hygienists and dentists in the area the opportunity to further their growth and education in periodontal disease. She selects topics that help improve the quality and care of patients.
Jennifer received her degree in dental hygiene in 1996 from Prairie State College in Chicago Heights, Illinois. In the fall of 2002, she joined the LaGrange Periodontics team. Connecting with patients and developing an understanding of their personal healthcare habits and goals is what inspires and drives her professional path.
Kat graduated from Fox College in the Spring of 2019. Her certifications include CPR, nitrous oxide administration and local anesthesia administration. She enjoys connecting with patients and understanding their healthcare goals.
Dawn graduated from aCertified Dental Assisting Program in the 1980's. Throughout the years, she has continued her dental training and has experience in many different areas of dentistry. Patient care has always been gratifying for her.
Marian joined the LaGrange Periodontics staff in September 2015. Prior to joining our staff, Marian worked in the LaGrange area with several general dentists for approximately 25 years. She also works on Wednesday mornings in the dental clinic at the King Bruwaert Retirement Community. She has worked with patients at the retirement community for over 20 years and finds it very rewarding helping patients care for their dental health.
Tiffany resides in Elmhurst with her husband, one daughter and dog Rocky. In her spare time she enjoys visiting her eldest daughter in Wisconsin, sports and spending time with close friends and family.
