Welcome to
Palos Heights Family Dental
Your Trusted Family Dentist in Palos Heights, IL
Dental Care for Your Whole Family
Our office provides the dental care you’ve been searching for in the Palos Heights, IL area. We offer a wide variety of dentistry services so you won’t have to shop around to get the dental care you need. Our team is skilled in every dental service so rest assured you’ll be getting the very best dental care. Browse our dental amenities below and learn more about our office.
Dental Office Amenities
Blankets
We can provide patients with blankets to make them feel more comfortable while getting work done in the dental chair.
Headphones
If the noises in dental offices generally make you nervous, we can give you headphones so you can feel more at ease!
TVs
While getting work done, catch up on your favorite shows!
Coffee Bar
Before your appointment, help yourself to a drink at our coffee bar.
Modern Design
Our office is newly renovated and has a modern design we take pride in.
Meet Our Doctors
Dr. Umang Patel
Dr. Patel regularly completes numerous continuing education courses each year. Advanced training in cosmetic dentistry, restorative, and dental implants allows Dr. Patel to work with you on a wide variety of start-to-finish treatments.
Dr. Nina Arora
Patient comfort is Dr. Nina Arora’s number one priority and she works with all of her patients to ensure their visit is enjoyable. Dr. Arora is experienced in general dentistry and orthodontics and has a passion for improving the oral healthcare of children.
Dr. Saba Sheikh
Dr. Sheikh loves to focus on restoring teeth to transform healthy, radiant smiles. She is delighted to treat patients of all ages in a caring, gentle, and trustworthy manner. She strives to ease the patient’s fears through a thorough explanation of procedures and open patient communication.
Meet the Team
Yasmin
Office Manager
With more than 15 years of experience in the dental field, Yasmin has developed a deep understanding of patient care and efficient office management. Her professional journey has been incredibly rewarding, and balancing it with her personal life has been equally fulfilling. She is the proud parent of three energetic teenage boys and one bonus fur baby with whom she cherishes spending time. Outside of work and family life, she has a passion for cooking and loves exploring nature.
Kathy
Administration Assistant
Kathy has been a Palos team member for over 2 years and has over 20 years of office experience. She enjoys working with nice people, greeting people, and reconnecting with returning patients about their families, pets, and hobbies. She also enjoys helping people make decisions about their dental care finances and learning from other team members. While not at work, she enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and two goldendoodles, who make every day an adventure. She enjoys gardening, nature, reading, and volunteering.
Bianca
Administration Assistant
With over 5 years of administrative experience, Bianca has consistently demonstrated her expertise in insurance and billing. She is known for her exceptional problem-solving abilities and her commitment to delivering high-quality results. She continually seeks opportunities for professional growth and development. Outside of work, Bianca enjoys spending time with her four dachshunds, shopping, and traveling.
Cristina
Administration Assistant
Christina plays a vital role as an administrative assistant at Palos Heights Family Dental. She's a parent of three amazing kids and loves spending time with her fiancee and family when she's not at work. In her free time, she loves doing nails and visiting her horses at her farm.
Maggie
Dental Hygienist
Dental Hygienist, Maggie, was born and raised in Poland and has nearly 24 years of dental experience, including 13 years practicing dental hygiene. At Palos Heights Family Dental, Maggie enjoys taking care of her patients and providing outstanding hygiene care.
If you don’t see her at the office, you can find Maggie playing with her dog and spending time with her husband and two children.
Carina
Dental Hygienist
After serving 6 years in the United States Army, Carina discovered her passion for dental hygiene later in life. Since then, she has worked in many roles in the dental field and has been a part of our team since 2022. Carina thrives on providing quality care to all her patients and is a passionate advocate for oral health. Her goal is to help educate her patients to achieve their optimal oral well-being.
In her free time, she loves to spend time with her family, go to the gym, and cheer on the Bears and the White Sox!
“It’s a beautiful day to clean teeth!”
Gaby
Dental Hygienist
Gaby was born and raised in Lithuania, and she has more than 10 years of experience in the dental field. Gaby first started as a dental assistant and proceeded on with her studies to become a dental hygienist. At Romeoville Dental Center, Gaby enjoys educating patients on the importance of dental health and hygiene. When she's not at work, Gaby loves to explore the city of Chicago and try new foods. Gaby also enjoys visiting her family in Lithuania.
Alexcia
Dental Hygienist
Alexcia is a happy-go-lucky Dental Hygienist with over 10 years of experience. She is passionate about helping patients of all ages feel like family while providing compassionate and personalized oral care. As a sibling to 8 other kids, she loves spending time with her big family. One of her favorite things to do after leaving the office is reading a good thriller book or playing fetch with her adorable 2-year-old dog.
Nautica
Hygienist Assistant
With a true passion for dentistry and a dedication to enhancing the lives of others through compassionate patient care, Nautica serves as our Hygiene Assistant at Palos Heights Family Dental. She takes pride in creating a welcoming and reassuring environment for all of our patients, as well as supporting our hygienists in any way possible. Her ultimate goal is to make a positive impact on not only our patients' oral health but their overall well-being. Outside the office, she enjoys traveling, fitness, trying new restaurants, and spending time with her family.
Lisa
Dental Assistant
Filled with enthusiasm for her work, Lisa brings more than 30 years of experience as a dental assistant to Palos Heights Family Dental. Lisa loves getting to know patients during their visits, answering any questions they may have about their appointment and reassuring them that everything will be okay.
When not supporting her colleagues and patients, you can find Lisa antique shopping, spending time with her family, gardening, and looking after her pets.
Gianna
Dental Assistant
As a member of Palos Heights Family Dental and Romeoville Dental Center for 3 years, Gianna really enjoys making her patients feel comfortable, explaining each procedure so patients don’t have any questions, and talking about how to help with their dental care. In her free time, Gianna loves to spend time with her family, specifically her nieces and nephew. She loves to travel as much as she can and is going to school to further her career.
Michelle
Dental Assistant
With over 14 years of experience as a dental assistant, Michelle enjoys caring for patients, making them as comfortable as possible, and ensuring they have all their questions answered. She has an outgoing personality and is always willing to help, whether in or out of the office. She loves to educate patients on how to properly care for their smiles.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, 2 kids, and 3 dogs. She also enjoys making crafts with her Cricut and loves to travel and see new places when possible.
Palos Heights Family Dental is amazing! Everyone who works there is welcoming and friendly. They are very knowledgeable and skilled in the most recent advancements in their industry.
- Chris M.
I love this dental office! The office is very friendly and efficient. I have never had to wait because they were running behind. They make you happy to come back to the office, always feeling welcome.
- Kathy L.
Excellent care, great communication, well organized, friendly staff, beautiful place, clean, very comfortable. My hygienist is exceptional! What more could you possibly ask for from a dental group?
- Linda H.
Amazing staff and high-tech dental equipment. This office has all kinds of high-tech solutions to dental needs, and the staff/doctors are kind and wonderful. Not that anyone likes to go to the dentist…but if you have to go, this is a great place!
- Matt C.
New Technology With a Gentle Touch
We believe in providing excellent dentistry and use cutting-edge dental technology to ensure that you receive the best care. These advanced tools enable us to detect issues quickly and accurately, so we can provide efficient treatment while keeping your comfort our number one priority. You can trust that you are receiving the most up-to-date technology and treatments when you come to us.
Digital X-Rays
Our digital X-rays emit less radiation, take images faster without any need for processing, and allow us to optimize the images so we can provide a more precise diagnosis.
Digital X-Rays
Cone Beam Computed Tomography
Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) is an advanced imaging technique that uses a cone-shaped X-ray beam to create a highly detailed 3D image of the mouth. By rotating the cone beam around the head, this imaging technique can help us accurately design a treatment plan.
Cone Beam Technology
Digital Intraoral Camera
This handheld camera provides us with an innovative way to examine your mouth in greater detail. By using this diagnostic tool, we can zoom in closely on specific teeth and capture a high-quality image of them. The images are then displayed on a screen for both you and our dentist to review, providing a better understanding of your diagnosis and treatment.
Digital Intraoral Camera
Soft Tissue Laser
Soft tissue lasers have been used in dentistry for two decades. It requires less time than any kind of anesthesia which allows you to get more procedures done in a day.
Soft Tissue Laser