Our team of experienced, caring generalists and specialists can address all of your oral health needs. We love what we do and we’re passionate about creating beautiful smiles. Read on to get to know the doctors that set Naperville Dental Specialists apart. Or, better yet, schedule a visit and meet them in person by requesting an appointment online or calling our office at (630) 848-2010.
Dr. Anthony LaVacca
Board-Certified Prosthodontist
Dr. Anthony LaVacca is a board-certified prosthodontist who has carved out a place as a leader in implant dentistry. He’s given lectures nationally and internationally on a variety of dental implant topics. Dr. LaVacca earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Temple University. He then completed his residency at East Orange Veterans Hospital, as well as extensive post-graduate prosthodontics training at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine.
Dr. Irene Jovicic
General Dentist
Dr. Irene Jovicic, DMD believes in a humanistic approach to patient care to meet patients’ needs and help them achieve radiant, healthy smiles. Dr. Jovicic received her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Midwestern University in Glendale, Arizona. She also completed extensive training in esthetic smile design, general dentistry, occlusion/TMD and surgical procedures and is a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
Dr. Fuwad Al-Sabek
Board-Certified Endodontist
Dr. Fuwad Al-Sabek is dedicated to patient comfort and satisfaction and uses the latest equipment to ensure every patient has the best experience possible. Dr. Al-Sabek received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Pittsburgh and his Certificate of Proficiency in endodontics from the State University of New York at Buffalo. He then went on to earn his Master of Science in endodontics at the same university.
Dr. John Chae
Board-Certified Oral Surgeon
Dr. John Chae received his doctorate in dental surgery from Loma Linda University where he graduated with honors and received numerous accolades, including the Academic Excellence Gold Award, the California Dental Association Scholarship and the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Scholarship. He was also inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon, the National Dental Honor Society.
Dr. AlRubaie
Board-Certified Periodontist
After graduating dental school, Dr. AlRubaie finished a 2-year residency program in advanced education in general dentistry from Miami, Florida and practiced for 6 years as a general dentist in Illinois and Florida. Afterwards, Dr. AlRubaie joined a 3-year dual degree residency program in Periodontology and Master of Science at Nova Southeastern University/College of Dental medicine in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Dr. Zak Messieha
Board-Certified Anesthesiologist
Dr. Zak Messieha is a Board-certified dental anesthesiologist who has been practicing anesthesiology with a focus on anesthesia care for dental, head and neck, and maxillofacial procedures since 1995. He received his DDS degree from Ohio State University and his internship training from the Medical College of Virginia-Virginia Commonwealth University Hospital. His anesthesiology residency was completed at the Long Island Jewish Hospital in New Hyde Park, NY.
Dr. Vincent Basha
Diplomate, American Board of Prosthodontics
Dr. Vincent Basha is an American board-certified prosthodontist dedicated to providing high quality, advanced care to his patients. Dr. Basha started his dental education at Near East University in Cyprus. He then attended Tufts University School of Dental Medicine where his passion for prosthodontics took root. While there, he also served as an Assistant Professor teaching the art and science of prosthodontics to future dental professionals.
Dr. Jennie Kim
General Dentist
Dr. Jennie Kim received her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the Medical University of South Carolina. She is an active member of the American Dental Association and the Illinois State Dental Society. Dr. Jennie Kim is committed to providing her patients with the best possible care in the management of their oral health concerns and applies the latest advancements in instruments and techniques to help her patients maintain their healthiest, happiest natural smile.
Dr. Nicolette Michelson-Spencer
General Dentist
Dr. Nicolette Michelson-Spencer is an accomplished professional in the field of dentistry, with a rich academic background and specialized expertise. She graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology from North Central College in Naperville before pursuing her passion for biomedical science at Midwestern University, where she earned a Master’s degree and her Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree.