Team Members

My name is Rosalba, but everyone calls me Pava. Pava is a very unique nickname given to me by my grandmother when I was a little.  I am the middle child of nine siblings. My obsession for dentistry started when I was in first grade. Due to the large family we had, my parents couldn’t afford dental care for any …

I’ve been a resident in Carol Stream my whole life, 25 years! I have wanted to be a dental hygienist since I was seven. I looked forward to going to the dentist, and always told my parents I’m going to be a dental hygienist when I grow up. I was a dental assistant for four years prior to finishing dental …

I grew up in Southern Illinois before moving to the Chicago suburbs about three years ago. I am passionate about helping people and health, so a career in dentistry was ideal. I am now a licensed dental hygienist with certification in local anesthesia and nitrous oxide. I love to improve the oral health of my patients through education and a …

I am a first generation Jamaican, born in Chicago and raised in Schaumburg. I didn’t grow up knowing the importance of going to the dentist. However, when I learned about the impact of dental health, I wanted to tell everyone! This was my main motivation but I also credit my Grandfather. I loved spending time with him and one of …

I am one of five children and grew up locally in Elgin, IL. I started in dentistry very young. I worked in a dental office while studying at High School and have been in the industry I love ever since. I previously worked at the front desk before becoming a dental hygienist. Dentistry gives me a sense of accomplishment. I …

My husband and I live in Cary with our two amazing boys and two dogs. I chose to work in the dental field because I really love helping people, and what better way to do that then to help them get a beautiful smile! I have been with Carol Stream & Elgin Dental Assocaites since 2000. My dental career began as a …

I am a mother of two wonderful children, Alexis and Francisco Jr. I have always found the dental field to be very fascinating and find it suits my caring, friendly personality. I started in dentistry as a dental assistant and later become a schedule/financial coordinator. Now I am the office manager at our Elgin location. I am a member of AADOM and am …

I am the middle-child born and raised in Chicago’s Northwest suburbs. My family is of Latin origin, and we all love the delicious food, music, and culture. When I was a young girl, I said when I grew up I would want to become a dentist. Although I didn’t take that path as a career, I am privileged to work …

I am the youngest of three siblings and have always enjoyed living in Chicago’s Northwest suburbs. I picked dentistry because it allows me to learn new skills every day – especially from my friends in the office. I have learned to successfully work as part of a team and, more importantly, help our patients improve their oral health. My favorite …

I am a big family person and like to view our patients as an extension of our dental family. The best part of my job is seeing patients’ smile transformations. There is nothing better than seeing someone smile…it’s so contagious! I really enjoy getting to know patients and building relationships with them. I find people so interesting and regularly chat …