Dr. Young H. Kim came to the United States as an international student at age 19 and attended Loma Linda University in Riverside, California. After her junior year, she was accepted to the Temple University School of Dentistry in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. After graduation, she practiced dentistry briefly in Philadelphia and then relocated to Naperville, Illinois in 1990. She joined a private practice in 1992 and became a partner in 1995.In December 2010, Dr. Kim purchased full ownership of Lincolnway Dental Center (LDC) and continued to grow her dental practice in the heart of Aurora.

She completed her first Dental Mission trip to Colombia, South America in 2016, and went back to Colombia two more times to care for various communities in need. She also loves her Aurora community, and she has a passion to care for patients both near and far.

Dr. Kim is an American Dental Association (ADA) member, Invisalign certified, and a member of the International Orthodontic Associat ion. Dr. Kim practices general preventative dentistry as well as restorative, cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Kim also specializes in early interceptive orthodontic treatment, which usually requires no extractions as well as invisible braces. Dr. Kim is always willing to go the extra mile for her patients, addressing all of their concerns and making their smiles healthy and beautiful at the same time.

Besides being a dentist and a successful business woman, Dr. Kim is also a full-time wife and mother of two beautiful, successful children. Her husband Chi is a local attorney who maintains an office at the LDC office building, and he is very supportive of her practice. Her daughter Crystal recently graduated from dental school at UIC and is now a licensed dentist. She is also a resident of the Periodontal Program at UIC. Her son Alex is a Brand Manager at Proctor & Gamble in Cincinnati, Ohio. He currently resides in Cincinnati with his beautiful new wife Emilie. When she is not working at LDC, Dr. Kim is active in her church, and enjoys cooking, pilates and working out with her husband.

Dr. Paloma Quintana obtained her undergraduate degree in Biology followed by her Doctorate in Dentistry at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Dr. Quintanas professional affiliations include the American Dental Association, the Illinois State Dental Society, the Chicago Dental Society, the Academy of General Dentistry, and the Hispanic Dental Association. Outside the office she enjoys spending time with her family (especially her nephew), taking walks, and exploring new restaurants. She looks forward to continue to provide the quality dental service Lincolnway Dental Center is known for.

Sara joined Lincolnway Dental Center in 2020 after obtaining her dental hygiene degree at the College of Dupage in Geln Ellyn. I love my job because not only do I get to educate patients on their oral health and make their teeth clean, I get to build long lasting relationships with them and get to know them on a deeper level. She lives in Carol Stream with her Mom, Dad, brother and sister and her two dogs Max and Boomer. When she isnt working, she enjoys going to White Sox Games, Bulls games, Bears games and concerts with her boyfriend Juan. Also she enjoys, outdoor activities, traveling, watching tv (sports and reality tv), spending time with friends and family and trying new restaurants.

Jazmn was born and raised n Aurora, IL. She obtained her B.S degree in Biology and Chemistry from Aurora University in 2015 and went on to graduate from Parklands Dental Hygiene program. Prior to hygiene school, she worked as a dental assistant for eight years. Her favorite part about being a dental hygienist is being able to help her patients stay healthy and feel good about themselves! In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family.

Trisha has been working with Dr. Kim for 17 years and has the gift of making patients feel comfortable and special in our office. She is certified in Coronal Polishing and Sealants. Trisha resides in Montgomery with her husband of over 36 years and their three wonderful children. When not at work, you will often find Trisha gardening or thrift shopping. The LDC team is blessed to have her.

With certifications in Crown Design, Coronal Polishing, Sealants, and Orthodontics. Lety has been working alongside Dr. Kim and doing an excellent job managing the Clinical team for well over 27 years. She is passionate about her career in Dentistry, provides outstanding care, and really enjoys helping bring bright smiles to our patients in her hometown. Lety was born and raised in Aurora and is a graduate of Aurora Central Catholic High School. She and her husband of 19 years have two dogs, four wonderful children with one son serving in the Marine Corp. When not at work, Lety loves being her kid's biggest fan at their sporting events in Soccer, Volleyball, and Gymnastics. She also enjoys watching movies and trying new restaurants with her husband.

Janet has been a dental assistant for many years. She recently joined our business team and loves learning. She enjoys helping others and working with our LDC team members. Janet values faith and family. She enjoys relaxing with a good book and painting. Everyday she welcomes the opportunity to make someone smile.

Sonia has lived in Aurora since she was 6yrs old, and is a fluent Spanish speaker. She attended Careers in Dental Assisting School in River Forest, Illinois and gradually transitioned to treatment coordinator/ business leader. Sonia loves spending quality time with her daughter and family in her spare time and also enjoys walks on the trails in the summertime and working out at the gym.

She very much enjoys getting to know patients on a personal level. Also making sure they have a clear understanding of all their dental needs and any insurance benefits they have. She is proud to be part of such great team at LDC!

From the front office to the exam room, our practice is made up of professionals who take your oral health very seriously. Using state-of-the-art equipment designed with safety and efficiency in mind, we are able to offer top-notch care. As you walk through our office, you will notice that everything is clean, comfortable, and thoroughly sterilized. Your safety and comfort are our priority.

We know that the cost of care can be confusing. In addition to offering a number of in-office payment options to fit your budget, we also give you up-front cost information on your treatment ahead of time. We are in-network with a variety of insurance plans, and we offer various forms of dental financing with credit available in time frames that fit your needs. We are happy to help you navigate your dental insurance and alternative payment options.

At Lincolnway Dental Center, we are qualified to handle all aspects of your care, so you are always surrounded by people that you trust. If we must refer out, we promise to send you to carefully vetted colleagues who apply the same professional principles in their office that we do in ours.

We respect and understand that many patients experience dental anxiety. At our office, we do everything we can to make sure that your experience is as enjoyable as possible. By communicating clearly what you can expect during your treatment, we are often able to alleviate dental fear. We encourage you to bring headphones and music to listen to during your treatment.