Our friendly team is excited to help you achieve a more beautiful smile! We love welcoming patients of all ages to our Chicago dental offices and will work with you to help you feel at ease and receive the treatments you need. Call us today to schedule an appointment with our dentists in Skokie and Chicago, and find out more about our dental services!
Meet our Skokie & Chicago Dental Team
Kristy M: Practice Administrator
Kristy earned degrees in psychology and philosophy from Marquette University and joined our team in July 2021. She loves how dentistry can improve a patient’s health and happiness, and she works hard to keep our office running smoothly and ensure each patient has a positive dental experience.
When not in the office, Kristy enjoys hiking, fishing, knitting, crocheting, and spending time with her family.
Nikita T., Registered Dental Hygienist
Nikita was born in Kathmandu, Nepal, and relocated to the US in 2013. Coming from a place with limited access to dental care, she witnessed that people typically seek dental treatment only when they experience severe pain or emergencies. By the time they saw a dentist, it was often too late. This is also why Nikita became interested in preventive dentistry. One of Nikita’s life goals is to volunteer in underserved communities, including her own, and educate people about the importance of oral health, which significantly impacts overall well-being.
Graduating with honors from Malcolm X College in 2023, she is deeply passionate about oral health and dedicated to educating individuals to promote healthy smiles. Seeing patients improve their oral hygiene and witnessing their smiles transform over time is truly rewarding. Creating a worry-free environment and ensuring that every patient feels heard are essential aspects of her approach.
In her spare time, Nikita enjoys spending time with family, reading books, watching movies, cooking, and trying new dishes. She is fluent in Nepali and English, and having grown up watching Bollywood movies, she is also proficient in Hindi and Urdu.
Jill P: Dental Assistant
Jill joined our team in 2011 but has been working in the dental field since 1993. She loves the relationships she has built with our patients and focuses on ensuring each person who visits us feels comfortable and has a VIP experience.
Jill and her husband, Rob, have two Boston Terriers, Millie and Arlo. Outside the office, her hobbies include cooking, gardening, and collecting vinyl records.
Tserena A., Dental Assistant
Tserena has been in the dental field for 17 years and has been a great dental assistant at Dental Friedstat Dental Associates for four 4 years. She is very knowledgeable and is also certified in coronal polishing, scaling, and applying sealants.
Tserena has been a terrific addition to the office. Tserena lives in Glenview with her husband and daughter. In her spare time, she enjoys reading books, stitching, yoga, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.