Dr. Jerry Udelson, DDS
Pediatric DentistryNPI: 1013134154
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About This Provider
Dr. Jerry Udelson is a pediatric dentist and founder of Little Teeth Big Smiles Children's Dentistry in Forest Park, Illinois. He earned his DDS from the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry in 1987 and then completed two additional years of specialized training in pediatric dentistry at Indiana University School of Dentistry. A fellowship at Riley Children's Hospital in Indianapolis, supported by the United Cerebral Palsy Research and Educational Foundation, deepened his expertise in treating children with developmental disabilities. He also served as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatric Dentistry at Indiana University for two years. Born and raised in the Oak Park area, Dr. Udelson has practiced in this community for decades and volunteers with special needs organizations including The Infant Welfare Society. His clinical approach combines advanced technology, including the SOAN electronic anesthesia system for pain-free injections and Prismo colored crowns, with a prevention-first mindset aimed at building healthy dental habits early. He treats infants through adolescents and holds particular expertise in children with special health care needs.
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Education & Training
- Indiana University School Of Medicine — Residency Hospital (1989)
- University of Tennessee College of Dentistry (DDS, 1987)
- Indiana University School of Dentistry (Pediatric Dentistry Specialization, 2 years)
- Riley Children's Hospital, Indianapolis (Fellowship, 1 year, sponsored by United Cerebral Palsy Research and Educational Foundation)
Credential: DDS
NPI registered: 04/19/2007
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Awards & Recognition
- One-year fellowship at Riley Children's Hospital sponsored by United Cerebral Palsy Research and Educational Foundation
Beyond the Office
Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatric Dentistry at Indiana University School of Dentistry (2 years)
Volunteer treatment of individuals from The Infant Welfare Society
Invited by People to People Ambassador Program to visit Cuba (2003) to observe health care and dialogue with Cuban dentists
Born and raised in Oak Park Area
Graduated from OPRFHS in 1975
Resides in the area with wife Michelle and four children
Enjoys traveling with family, golfing, and glass blowing
Motivated to work with special needs patients by caring for his brother Mark who was severely disabled with cerebral palsy
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