About

Chicago, Illinois

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Connie J. Woo, DMD

Known by her patients as Dr. Connie, she started her career in the dental field as a dental assistant on a mission trip to Honduras and she fell in love with how instantaneously she could transform people’s lives. She then developed a strong vision for how she wanted to help people as a dental provider, targeting those in underserved areas. 

She went on to earn her Bachelor's Degree in Biology at the University of Illinois Urbana - Champaign and then her Doctorate of Medicine in Dentistry at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Dr. Connie is proud of her reputation for treating her patients like family. She believes honesty and transparency are key to earning a patient's trust and making dental visits less stressful and intimidating.

When Dr. Connie is not working; she loves hiking and spending time with her family and friends. She loves to travel as she has been to over 30 countries in her lifetime to embark on dental trips that combine her passion for travel with a commitment to community service. These journeys allow her to explore new places while also making a meaningful impact on underserved communities. Through these dental missions, Dr. Connie has the privilege of providing essential oral health care to those in need, fostering brighter smiles and healthier lives 

Dr. Connie's parents stand as her most significant source of inspiration, their unwavering commitment to patient care left an indelible mark on her. Witnessing their dedication during interactions with patients further fueled her admiration, setting an exceptional standard of service. Dr. Connie's profound respect for her parents has driven her career path, making her feel indebted to them for shaping her journey in dentistry.

Kaitlyn Lagesse, DMD

Dr. Kait was first inspired to join the dental field while studying abroad in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. A few experiences with the public healthcare system in Rio opened her eyes to the expansive underserved population and need for dental care globally and in her hometown of Chicago.

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After working as a dental assistant for two years, Dr. Kait completed her Doctorate of Dental Medicine at the University of Illinois Chicago. During her time at UIC, she was recognized with the Dr. Adalbert L. Vlazny Award for Excellence in Operative Dentistry and Clinical Skills, the Edgar D. Gifford DDS Scholarship for Excellent Academic Standing, and the Frances Best Watkins Award for Outstanding Leadership Skills & Excellent Academic Standing.

Dr. Kait has a passion for providing the highest quality treatment, and values building a genuine relationship with each and every patient. Your oral health and comfort is her top priority!

Outside of the office, Dr. Kait enjoys staying active (she was an NCAA Division III player), traveling, and spending time with her friends, husband, and 1 year old daughter.

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Dr. Julie Rhee

Dr. Julie Rhee received her Doctor of Dental Surgery at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, the oldest established dental school in the South. Prior to that, she attended the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville earning a Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry with Honors. She chose a career in dentistry hoping to aspire and educate patients to become more aware of their oral health. 

Dr. Rhee’s skills range from performing fillings, crowns, extractions, root canals, and clear aligners. In her spare time, Dr. Rhee enjoys running, rock climbing, biking, camping, and spending time with family, friends, and her sweet cat named Sophie! Her compassion and empathy allows her to provide comfort and trust to her patients, while her attention to detail provides high quality dental work. 

Dr. Rhee is so excited to get to know her patients as she provides comprehensive dental care for the whole family!

Aspen

Therapy Pup

Aspen is a lovable 3-year-old, Swiss Mountain Dog Mix. She loves her humans so much and will always greet them with a big smile and tail wags! She loves to make our patients feel less anxious and more comfortable by cuddling up to them and giving them a paw to hold.

If you are allergic or scared of dogs, no worries! She stays in the staff only area behind the reception desk and only goes to places when allowed.

Aspen Team Member Therapy Pup

Meet Our Team

Abigail Co Office Manager

Abigail

Co-Office Manager
Jessica Co Office Manager

Jessica

Co-Office Manager
Katherine Financial Manager

Katherine

Financial Manager
Gabriela Dental Assistant

Gabriela

Dental Assistant
Michelle Dental Assistant

Michelle

Dental Assistant
yomaira

Yomaira

Dental Assistant
Lisset

Lisset

Dental Assistant

Office Tour

When you step into our office and look around, you'll see how it reflects our philosophy about dentistry - always doing what's best for our patients. From our warm, inviting, and comfortable waiting area to our luxurious treatment chairs and high-tech equipment, we've set ourselves apart from other dental practices. 

We invite you to take a virtual tour of our state-of-the-art office by browsing the photos.

Ready to get started? Let's do it.

Our dedicated team is excited to welcome you into our family! Contact us to schedule an appointment today to get on track to a healthier, more confident smile!

We are proud to serve these Chicago areas: Wicker Park, Bucktown, Humboldt Park, Ukrainian Village and more!