Meet Our Doctors

Dr. Teresa Bae

Dr. Teresa Bae is a proud Chicago native and a lifelong Cubs fan. Dr. Bae attended Loyola University of Chicago and graduated with a Bachelor of Science. Dr. Bae went on to Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine – Illinois and graduated at the top of her class and received her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. She was also inducted into the Omicron Kapp Upsilon Honor Society. Following dental school, she moved on the University of Nebraska Medical Center to obtain her certificate of specialization in orthodontics and her masters degree in oral biology.

In her spare time, Dr. Bae enjoys traveling, hiking, and trying out new restaurants.

Dr. Zachary Jacobs

Dr. Zachary Jacobs is a native to the northwest Chicago suburbs, growing up in Buffalo Grove. During his high school years at Adlai E. Stevenson High School, in Lincolnshire, Dr. Jacobs began observing dental procedures where his passion for dentistry began.

After high school, he completed his undergraduate studies at Marquette University, in Milwaukee, WI, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences. Dr. Jacobs matriculated to Marquette University School of Dentistry, earning his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. He was involved in research of contemporary topics in dentistry during his undergraduate and graduate years.

Dr. Jacobs pursued a General Dental Practice Residency at Level 1 Trauma Center: OSF Saint Francis Medical Center, in Peoria, IL. He gained extensive clinical experience in many areas of dentistry, treating a wide array of diverse patients with various comorbidities and drug addictions in many clinical settings including hospital (inpatient & outpatient), public health department and private practice. Through the years, his philosophy involves promoting health where nutrition and good oral hygiene are imperative. It’s gratifying and professionally fulfilling when Dr. Jacobs sees patients smile with confidence due to exemplary dental care.

During his off hours, he enjoys spending time with his girlfriend, Nicole, family, friends, and his bernedoodle, Lola. He loves photography, video games, reading, playing sports and long walks with a delicious coffee in hand.

Education:

• Marquette University (Milwaukee, WI)-Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences
• Marquette University (Milwaukee, WI)- Doctor of Dental Surgery
• OSF Saint Francis Medical Center (Peoria, IL)- General Dental Practice Residency

Dr. Thomas Lim

Dr. Thomas Lim attended the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where he earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering. From there, Dr. Lim attended the University of Illinois at Chicago and earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery and Masters in Oral Sciences. His Specialty Certificate in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics was then achieved at the  University of Rochester, New York.

“I have an interest in integrating technology with Orthodontics, in order to make treatment more convenient, efficient and predictable. Having previously worked as a Mechanical Engineer, I am excited to see some of the technologies – such as 3D scanning, computer aided design, and rapid prototyping – being brought over recently to the Orthodontic field.”

As mentioned, Dr. Lim started his professional career as a Mechanical Engineer. He decided to change careers because he was “seeking a career with more personal interaction” that would allow him to utilize the commonalities between engineering and dentistry. Utilizing his aptitude for science is of high interest for Dr. Lim.

Outside of work, Dr. Lim enjoys traveling and sightseeing with his wife and daughter. Through work and schooling, Dr. Lim has lived in seven different states. However, having grown up in the North Suburbs of Chicago. “I consider Chicago, my home and am grateful for the opportunity to return here to serve this wonderful community. 

Dr. Geetha Thirumala

Dr. Geetha Thirumala pursued her dream of being a dentist at Boston University Dental School. She graduated from Dental school in 2004 and went on to get further training at Montefiore Hospital in a one year general practice residency.

It was at Montefiore that Geetha realized that she had a passion to work with children. She subsequently completed a pediatric dental residency in 2007 at Jacobi Hospital in the Bronx.

Dr Thirumala, or "Dr G," as she is commonly called, is a board certified pediatric dentist. As a mother of three delightful daughters, she possesses a unique understanding of children which is seen in her practice of pediatric dentistry.

Outside of dentistry, Dr Thirumala enjoys spending time with her family, taking walks with Rocket (the dog) and traveling.