Meet the Doctors
Dental professionals are often considered capable and preferred providers for facial esthetics for several reasons:
Anatomy Knowledge: Dentists have a deep understanding of the anatomy of the face and oral structures. This knowledge is crucial in procedures involving facial esthetics, such as administering injectables (like Botox or bio-fillers) or performing facial contouring.
Training and Expertise: Many dental professionals undergo specialized training in facial esthetics beyond their dental education. This includes courses in facial anatomy, injectable techniques, and aesthetic principles specific to the face.
Experience with Facial Structures: Dentists are already accustomed to working in and around delicate facial structures. They are skilled at handling the intricacies of facial muscles, nerves, and bone structure, which is beneficial for procedures like smile design or correcting asymmetries.
Comprehensive Care: Dental professionals often provide comprehensive care that integrates dental health with facial esthetics.
Patient Trust and Comfort: Patients often have a longstanding relationship of trust with their dentist, making them more comfortable seeking facial esthetic procedures from someone they already know and trust with their oral health.
Holistic Approach: Dentists are trained to consider the overall harmony of the face and smile. They can assess how changes in the appearance of the teeth and gums will affect facial aesthetics, ensuring a balanced and natural outcome.
Regulatory Oversight: In many jurisdictions, dental professionals have clear regulatory frameworks governing their practice in facial esthetics. This can provide patients with reassurance regarding safety and quality standards.
Overall, the combination of anatomical knowledge, specialized training, and a holistic approach to facial esthetics makes dental professionals a preferred choice for many seeking enhancements in facial appearance.
Dr. Jennifer Adhami
Dr. Jennifer Adhami graduated from the University of Detroit Mercy with a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry. She continued her education at the University of Detroit Mercy’s dental school serving as the Student Body President of her graduating class. She went on to receive her master’s degree in Oral Sciences and Certificate in Periodontics from the University of Illinois-Chicago. Dr. Adhami served as the Chief Resident in her periodontics program and has acted as an ambassador in the Dentsply Implants University Ambassador Program. In 2017, Dr. Adhami received her Diplomate Status in the American Board of Periodontology.
Today, Dr. Adhami works as full-time private practitioner performing procedures limited to periodontics and implant dentistry. She is a current member of the American Dental Society, the American Academy of Periodontology, Midwest Society of Periodontics, Chicago Dental Society, and Illinois State Dental Society. Dr. Adhami attends many continuing education courses in order to improve her clinical knowledge and enjoys bringing new techniques to clinical practice.
Dr. Adhami attends many continuing education courses to improve her clinical knowledge and enjoys bringing new techniques to clinical practice. In her personal life, she enjoys cooking, reading, and traveling. She loves spending time with her husband, Jawad, son and daughter, Daniel and Leya.
Dr. Joshua Hassan
Dr. Joshua Hassan earned his dental degree at Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry in Philadelphia, graduating Magna Cum Laude and serving on several prestigious committees. Upon graduation he received the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Dental Student Award. After completion of dental school, Dr. Hassan attended the University of Illinois at Chicago Periodontal Residency program.
While in Residency, Dr. Hassan received the Pat Allen Resident Scholarship Award and earned his Masters of Oral Sciences. In his third year of Residency, Dr. Hassan was honored and named Chief Resident, a role he served in for 12 months. During his time at UIC, Dr. Hassan received advanced training in dental implants, bone augmentation, and I.V. conscious sedation, completing the most sedation cases in his residency's history. In addition, Dr. Hassan completed his Masters in Oral Sciences.
In 2018, Dr. Hassan earned Diplomate status in the American Board of Periodontology after completing a rigorous examination series, displaying his knowledge of periodontal disease and treatment, hard and soft tissue grafting, surgical reconstruction with placement of dental implants and IV conscious sedation. Dr. Hassan has had experience with several dental implants systems such as Straumann, Biohorizons, Astra, Nobel, Biomet 3i, Implant Direct as well as with many others.
Dr. Hassan has a passion for collaborating with colleagues to provide the best treatment for their patients. Dr. Hassan thoroughly enjoys educating and has lectured on soft tissue grafting, full mouth implant rehabilitation, bone grafting and ridge augmentation, and digital dentistry.
Dr. Hassan lives in Skokie with his wife Aviva and his four children, twin daughters Sara and Jordyn, his son Coby, and daughter Zoey. Dr Hassan enjoys being part of the Skokie community and attending his synagogue Ohr Torah. In his spare time, he enjoys reading, sports, socializing with friends and above all spending time with family.
