Dr. Michelle P Jennings, DDS
PeriodonticsNPI: 1205054541
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Dr. Michelle Parzatka Jennings, DDS, is a board-trained periodontist with 33 years of clinical experience serving the southwest Chicago suburbs. A native of Hinsdale, IL, she earned her DDS from the University of Illinois College of Dentistry in 1989 and her specialty degree in Periodontics from the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry in 1991. Dr. Jennings holds laser certifications in both Nd:YAG and Erbium surgical lasers, expanding her ability to offer minimally invasive treatment options beyond conventional instruments. Her academic record includes a position as Past Clinical Professor in Periodontics at the University of Illinois College of Dentistry. She served as Past President of the Illinois Society of Periodontists and Past President of the Westside Branch of the Chicago Dental Society, and currently sits on the Illinois State Dental Society Board of Directors. She has been selected to the American College of Dentistry and The Academy of Dentistry International, both of which recognize demonstrated achievement in ethics, professionalism, and leadership. At LaGrange Periodontics, Dr. Jennings applies three decades of evidence-based specialty care to help patients protect their gums, bone, and long-term dental health.
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Education & Training
- Bachelor of Science - Western Michigan University
- Doctor of Dental Medicine - University of Illinois College of Dentistry (1989)
- Specialty Degree in Periodontics - University of Kentucky College of Dentistry (1991)
Credential: DDS
NPI registered: 04/23/2007
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- Nd:YAG laser
- Erbium laser
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Periodontology
- Midwest Society of Periodontology
Beyond the Office
Past Clinical Professor in Periodontics at the University of Illinois College of Dentistry
Past President of the Westside Branch of the Chicago Dental Society
Past President of the Illinois Society of Periodontists
Past Committee Member for the Young Periodontist Committee of the American Academy of Periodontology
Past Committee Member for the Allied Health Committee of the Illinois State Dental Society
Past Board Member of the Chicago Dental Society
Currently on the Mediation Committee and Peer Review Committee for the Chicago Dental Society
Currently on the Illinois State Dental Society Board of Directors
Currently on the Illinois State Dental Society Foundation Board of Directors
Has lectured for numerous dental and periodontal societies and serves on various dental committees
Native to the area, grew up in Hinsdale
Mother of two wonderful children
Enjoys running, fitness, sports and traveling
Blessed with supportive family and friends
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