Dr. Tariq Riyal is a lifelong Chicagoan with a dedication to serving the communities he grew up in. Growing up to working-class parents, his family did not have the luxury of dental insurance and struggled to find a dentist that could adequately address all of their needs. It was this childhood experience that led Dr. Riyal towards the field of dentistry with the hopes of one day being able to provide high-quality, affordable dentistry to anyone who needs it.
Dr. Riyal graduated from the acclaimed UIC College of Dentistry with a Doctorate in Dental Surgery. He has carried out his mission of high-quality, affordable dentistry throughout dental school and his career. As a student, he was the president of UIC's American Association of Public Health Dentistry (AAPHD), which worked tirelessly to bring free dental care to the homeless and low-income areas.
Dr. Riyals fervent passion for education and continuous growth naturally put him as a leader in the dental and self-improvement fields. The desire to never stop learning lead Dr. Riyal to achieve a Masters of Public Policy (In-person classes) while practicing full-time at his practice. The Public Policy degree helped Dr. Riyal gain clarity as to the obstacles to providing and receiving proper healthcare. Miswak Dentistry has partnered with several community organizations and schools to help bring free dental care to the underserved and provide education, support and treatment to those who need it most. Dr. Riyal has served on the board of several local community health organizations.
Dr. Riyal is constantly advancing his skills with extensive training in Implants, Oral Surgery, Cosmetic Dentistry and Invisalign, to name a few. An active member of the ADA, ISDS, CDS, AGD, and AAPHD, Dr. Riyal is dedicated to staying at the forefront of the dental field and being among the industry's leaders.
Dr. Thomas Kaminski was born and raised in Park Ridge, IL. He attended Marquette University and graduated with a Bachelors in Science and Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine in Downers Grove, IL with a Doctorate in Dental Medicine. After dental school, he completed a General Practice Residency program at the prestigious University of Chicagos Evanston Hospital he acquired advanced training in all aspects of Dentistry including Oral Surgery, Prosthodontics, Endodontics and Pediatrics. Covering Emergency Room call for 4 hospitals, Dr. Kaminski also gained extensive experience with trauma and other dental emergencies.
While working at Evanston Hospital, Dr. Kaminski was awarded multiple service awards for professionalism and quality of care. He believes in giving back to the community and has volunteered his time and dental skills locally and internationally over the years. In his free time, Dr. Kaminski enjoys biking, snowboarding, and being outdoors.
Dr. Riyal graduated from the acclaimed UIC College of Dentistry with a Doctorate in Dental Surgery. After completing dental school, Dr. Riyal went on to obtain his Masters in Public Policy from National Louis University.He has carried out his mission of quality, affordable dentistry throughout dental school and his career. As a student, he was the president of UIC's American Association of Public Health Dentistry (AAPHD), which worked tirelessly to bring free dental care to the homeless and low-income areas. Dr. Riyal has also participated in extensive training for Oral Surgery, Pediatric Care, and working with special needs patients. An active member of the ADA, ISDS, CDS, AGD, and AAPHD, Dr. Riyal is dedicated to staying at the forefront of the dental field and being among the industry's leaders.
Dr. Thomas Kaminski was born and raised in Park Ridge, IL. He attended Marquette University and graduated with a Bachelors in Science and Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine in Downers Grove, IL with a Doctorate in Dental Medicine. After dental school, he completed a General Practice Residency program at the prestigious University of Chicagos Evanston Hospital he acquired advanced training in all aspects of Dentistry including Oral Surgery, Prosthodontics, Endodontics and Pediatrics. Covering Emergency Room call for 4 hospitals, Dr. Kaminski also gained extensive experience with trauma and other dental emergencies. While working at Evanston Hospital, Dr. Kaminski was awarded multiple service awards for professionalism and quality of care. He believes in giving back to the community and has volunteered his time and dental skills locally and internationally over the years. In his free time, Dr. Kaminski enjoys biking, snowboarding, and being outdoors.
I've known I wanted to work in the dental field since I was 12 years old! I was getting my teeth cleaned at the dentist and realized this was what I wanted to do for the rest of my life! I love everything about my career; meeting new people everyday, developing relationships, and helping my patients maintain a healthy mouth and smile!
On my time off I enjoy spending it with my loved ones. I enjoy doing a lot of DIY crafts and getting my cardio in at the gym. I love reading but love Netflix just as much! But most of all, I love making people laugh!
Briana graduated from Indiana University Northwest with a Bachelors degree in Dental Hygiene and joined the Miswak Family May of 2019. You will find that Briana is cheery and always dedicated to providing each and every person with an exceptional experience.
I didnt know that I wanted to be a dental hygienist when I first started school, but one day, I had an epiphany- teeth! - and I havent looked back since. Theres just something fulfilling about making people feel good about their smiles.
We will take care of you on the phone and answer any questions or concerns you may have. We call to verify your insurance, fight to get treatment covered for you, and make sure that you have a clear treatment plan with payment options if needed. Our mission is to provide you with exceptional customer service in every aspect.
We take care of you during your treatments, we make sure you are comfortable at all times, take your radiographs and impressions. We make sure the doctors have everything they need to make your treatment a success, and many other things that ensure you have an amazing experience with us.