Meet Our Dentists

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Meet Dr. Jessica Britten-Fazzio

D.D.S.

Born and raised in the Chicago area, an after-school job at 15 as an assistant to her orthodontist led her to a career in dentistry. She received her undergraduate degree from Arizona State University and her Doctorate in Dental Surgery from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2006.

She has been serving the people of Palatine and the surrounding suburbs since 2006, and has been the proud owner of Palatine Dental Associates since 2008 following the retirement of her mentor, Dr. Alan Krakora.

She regularly attends continuing education seminars, learning the latest treatments and methods, including same-day cerec crowns. She also thoroughly enjoys cosmetic “smile makeovers” with invisalign and veneers. Dr. Britten-Fazzio spends her free time enjoying her two young children and cheering for her husbands football team. Dr. Jessica Britten-Fazzio is a member of the American Dental Association, the Illinois State Dental Society and the Chicago Dental Society.
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Meet Dr. Elliot Levy

D.D.S.

Dr. Elliott Levy grew up in Arlington Heights, IL before moving to California to attend college and dental school at University of the Pacific in San Francisco. He was one if only 4 students to complete their accelerated dental program in 5 years graduating in 2010. After finishing dental school, he returned home to suburban Chicago.

Dr. Levy spent 5 years working as a dentist with the US Navy at the Great Lakes Naval Base in addition to his time in private practice. Dr. Levy enjoys spending time with his wife, young daughter, and pug.

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Meet Dr. Bruce Abdullah

Dr. Bruce Abdullah earned his dental degree from Loyola University School of Dentistry. He received his Certificate in Periodontics and Masters Degree in Science from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in 1989.

Dr. Abdullah is currently an Associate Clinical Professor of Periodontics in Post Graduate Periodontics at the University of Illinois and has been teaching for the last 20+ years. He performs and teaches the latest techniques in implant and periodontal surgery. Dr Abdullah is responsible for instructing the residents on the placement of implants and advancements in the field of implant surgery.

Dr. Abdullah is one of the first Periodontists trained in the field of implant oseointergration by Professor Per-Ingvar Branemark in 1987. Dr. Abdullah is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. He is among only a small percentage of Periodontists throughout the world that has attained the qualifications of being a Diplomate of The American Academy of Periodontology.

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Meet Dr. Chris

Dr. Chris was born and raised as a Chicagoland native. He grew up in Glenview and attended Glenbrook South high school. He then attended the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign where he received his bachelor's in Chemistry and Molecular Cellular Biology. However, he ultimately decided to pursue dentistry and received his doctorate at Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine in Downers Grove.

After dental school Dr. Chris worked in public health, providing care to underrepresented minority and low-income populations throughout rural Illinois. He continues to grow his skills by taking continuing education courses linking oral health to overall well-being.

Dr. Chris’s goal as a dentist is to treat all patients by showing compassion, respect, and honesty. He treats all patients as if they were family, no matter if you have had your 6-month cleaning, or have not been to the dentist's office in many years. His focus is helping patients understand dental health is an important part of an office visit and wants to increase awareness of the importance of excellent oral health. Outside the office, Dr. Chris can be found playing video games or going on adventures to find new food. He is a powerlifter and competes throughout the state.

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Meet Dr. Nader Amiran

Dr. Nader Amiran joined Palatine Dental Associates in 2022 to better serve his community and neighbors. As a resident, he loves the family-friendly, peaceful nature of this town.

Coming from a family of physicians, Dr. Amiran takes pride in building life-long relationships with his patients and believes in delivering compassionate dental care in a relaxed and calm environment. He whole-heartedly believes in the mission of Palatine Dental Associates to treat patients like family. He goes the extra mile to assure comfort and excellence in patient care.

Dr. Amiran earned his Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from Rajiv Gandhi University in Bangalore, India in 2011, followed by his masters degree in Biomedical Sciences (MA) from Roosevelt University Chicago in 2016. He graduated with a Doctorate of Dental Medicine (DMD) from UIC College of Dentistry in 2019.

He practices all aspects of general dentistry, including fillings, crowns, root canal treatment, extractions and dental implants.

Dr. Amiran has a great interest in dental implants and surgical procedures. He has completed many hours of continuing education from organizations accredited by the Academy of General Dentistry.

He received certification in surgical and prosthetic implantology from the prestigious Chicago Implant Institute. Dr. Amiran most recently earned his certificate for the live hands-on implantology course organized by the renown Trinon Collegium Practicum at the University of Sao Paulo School of Dentistry in Brazil.

Dr. Amiran has created many beautiful smiles and finds great joy in cosmetic and digital dentistry as well. He is skilled at delivering same day crowns with cerec technology and smile makeovers using the latest techniques and materials.

He’s an active member of the Illinois State Dental Society, Chicago Dental Society, Academy of general Dentistry and American Dental Association.

In his spare time, Dr. Amiran plays Piano and spend time with his family and friends. He’s self pro-claimed Chef; trying and learning new cuisines and recipes.

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Meet Dr. Jane Parker

Dr. Parker was born and raised in Minnesota. She completed her undergraduate studies at The University of Iowa and continued her education at Iowa receiving her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from The University of Iowa College of Dentistry. She completed additional training in pediatrics during her summer fellowship with the program. She was awarded the American Academy of Implant Dentistry award upon graduation. Dr. Parker prides herself in treating every patient with the compassion and respect that she would a family member. Her ultimate goal is to create a comfortable, welcoming environment while providing her patients the highest quality of dental care.
Outside of the office, Dr. Parker likes spending time outdoors, trying new restaurants, exercising, and traveling. Above all she enjoys spending time with her family.
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Palatine Dental Associates was established in 1975 when Dr. Krakora purchased the old vacant Sinclair filling station and turned it into a new type of filling station!