Meet the Doctors

Dr. Yazdi graduated from the University of Iowa, where she obtained her bachelor’s degree with honors in Biology and Chemistry. She also received her Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) degree from the College of Dentistry at the University of Iowa in the year 2000, where she was awarded the prestigious Dean’s Leadership award.

Dr. Yazdi strongly believes that excellence in dentistry is attained by mutual trust and open communication in addition to exceptional clinical skills.  Her philosophy is that trust and spirit of cooperation are fundamental for success in treating each individual and should supercede all other factors.

Dr. Yazdi is a member of The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), American Dental Association (ADA), Illinois Dental Association (ISDS) and Chicago Dental Society (CDS). She has completed and continues to complete numerous hours of continuing education courses to keep up to date with the latest technology in all phases of Dentistry including restorative, implant and cosmetic dentistry.

Dr. Yazdi is also a member of the Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (ADSM).  She focuses on the management of sleep-related breathing disorders including snoring and obstructive sleep apnea, with oral appliance therapy (OAT). She works closely with sleep physicians in the diagnosis, treatment and ongoing care for sleep related breathing disorders adhering to the recommended guidelines by the ADSM.

In 2003-2004 edition by the Consumers Research Council of America, Dr. Yazdi was listed in the “Guide to America’s Top Dentist”.  She was also listed in the “Manchester Who’s Who Among Executive and Professional Women in Dentistry,” and included in the 2004-2005 “Honors Edition” of registry.

Dr. Yazdi and her husband, Dr. Adel, and their two sons reside in Naperville. Dr. Yazdi is actively involved in Patterson Elementary and Crone Middle Schools volunteering her time and energy and giving back to her community.

Comprehensive Dentistry with an Emphasis on Head and Neck Pain & Full Mouth Reconstructive Care. He considers all dentistry cosmetically.
Dr. John Marsala’s passion for dentistry began when he chose it as his life’s career at the age of 15. Born in Chicago and raised in Glen Ellyn he started his undergraduate studies at North Central College in 1976. During his time at North Central College, Dr. Marsala trained under a local orthodontist manufacturing oral appliances. This experience blossomed into an independent orthodontic lab business that served dozens of orthodontists in the Chicago land area. Focusing on the ultimate goal of dental school, he completed the required studies in the first two years, and by taking the fast track, he was accepted into dental school after his sophomore year of undergrad.

Dr. Marsala graduated from Loyola’s School of Dentistry in the top of Loyola’s handpicked centennial class in 1983. While at Loyola he researched and presented clinical expositions on dental kinesiology and TMJ and received top awards from faculty and the coveted “Students Choice Award”. Having finished clinical requirements early, Dr. Marsala also trained in advanced prosthodontics and was called upon by Loyola’s clinical chairman to handle difficult cases.

Dr. Marsala has also done much independent study in classical occlusion theories, avant-garde neuromuscular occlusion theories, and TMJ, and continues to study the latest general dental techniques and technologies.

He is a dentist in love with practicing family dentistry with a passion for the complex, advanced technologies and theories in oral rehabilitation. Dr. Marsala balances the scope of his practice between family dentistry and the management of sleep-disordered breathing, oral facial pain, gnathology, and full oral rehabilitation. He is a member of The International College of Cranio-Mandibular Orthopedics and the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. Dr Marsala has been studying TMD issues and treatment since 1977 and has great success in treating sleep apnea with oral appliances.

Besides dentistry occupying a large portion of his time, Dr. Marsala lives with a particular emphasis in the Internal Martial Arts, Chi Qong, singing, and playing guitar. Above all, he appreciates and loves his family very much.
“Allow me to give you my undivided attention so I can fulfill your dental needs with all my ability. The passions which first drew me to choose this career at fifteen years old are still within me and only continue to develop and grow. I thank you in advance for choosing to work with us. Walk in Peace.”

Dr. DeLeon received her doctor of dental medicine degree from Southern Illinois University in Alton, IL. She attended University of Illinois at Chicago where she received her Bachelor of Science in mathematics.

Dr. Schwartz grew up in Tampa, Florida, although he has called Chicago home for the past 14 years. He received his B.S. Degree in Microbiology and Cell Science with a minor in Chemistry from the University of Florida in Gainesville. Dr. Schwartz also received a M.S. degree in Medical Science from the University of Florida. Following his graduate studies, Dr. Schwartz attended the University of Illinois at Chicago where he obtained a Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) degree, graduating among the top of this class. Continuing at University of Illinois, he completed his orthodontic specialty training and earned an M.S. degree in Oral Sciences and a certificate in Orthodontics.

In his free time, he enjoys outdoors, including sailing, kayaking, hiking, and camping with his family. Dr. Schwartz is a member of the American Academy of Orthodontists, the American Dental Association, the Illinois State Dental Society, the Chicago Dental Society, and the Illinois Society of Orthodontists.

Dr. Cheyenne Suarez is a general dentist committed to providing the best care and services to her patients. Dr. Suarez received her dental degree from Midwestern University of Downers Grove Illinois and her Bachelors of Science degree from Central Washington University.

She was born in raised in Washington State and now resides in Illinois. She loves extending her knowledge in the field of dentistry by attending optimal continuing education courses in order to be up to date with the newest dental technology. Dr. Suarez has the upmost respect for patient autonomy and prides herself on providing the patient with the knowledge of all options in regard to dental services provided.

Outside of dentistry, Dr. Suarez loves the outdoors. She enjoys vacationing, hiking, painting, fishing and spending time with her friends & family.

Dr. Jason Jamali is originally from Michigan. He obtained his undergraduate degree at the University of Michigan followed by his dental degree at Columbia University in New York. Dr. Jamali then returned to the University of Michigan for his medical and oral and maxillofacial surgery training. This training exposed him to full-scope oral and maxillofacial surgery with additional training in reconstruction and microvascular surgery. Dr. Jamali also completed two years of general surgery and advanced training in anesthesia.
Following residency Dr. Jamali worked as a full-time assistant professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at University of Illinois at Chicago. While at UIC, he taught residents and dental students and authored several publications. Dr. Jamali continues teaching residents at Illinois Masonic Hospital where he also treats facial trauma. He has a special interest in orthognathic surgery, implants, facial trauma, and benign pathology.

Outside of work, Dr. Jamali enjoys the outdoors, traveling, and spending time with his wife and kids.