Denise Vega, Patient Care Coordinator

Denise has been in the dental field for over a year now. She started her position as Patient Care Coordinator in June 2019 with Dr. Ligocki and our team. 

​Denise wants to let everyone in on a little secret. She used to be terrified of the dentist. Hearing the buzzing and someone in her mouth scared her, now with this huge career change she is loving it every day. She enjoys working with people and learning new things. Dentistry is a whole new world and she is very happy she has made this change. 

Denise has two kids, a son and a daughter, and two beautiful grandchildren, who are her world. She loves spending time with them. Family is everything to her. During her free time she loves hanging out with her family and doing different activities.

Accomplishments:
  • CPR Certification in July 2019

Selena Herrera, Treatment Coordinator

Selena has been with Dr. Ligocki since June 2019 as our Treatment Coordinator. She has been in the dental field for over fourteen years. She is very knowledgeable with dental insurance and loves helping patients understand their dental treatment, as well as, their insurance coverage. She believes that knowledge and acceptance of treatment are the keys to getting you to your best smile. Although most of her career has been in Periodontics, her love for dentistry is getting to learn everyday and being apart of an amazing team.

When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her granddaughters and her two dogs, Rose and Rex. She loves to bake and watch a good romantic movie in her pastime.

​Accomplishments:​
  • Associates in Business Administration in 2006
  • CPR Certification in July 2019

Amanda Shuck, RDH, Hygienist

In February 2012, Amanda joined the Ligocki Dental Group team. She has worked in the dental field since 2002. Prior to receiving her degree as a Registered Dental Hygienist, she received her Dental Assisting Certificate. She became interested in the dental field while going through orthodontic treatment. She loves the dental field because she is able to work with people and give them a gentle, thorough, and caring experience with the most up to date technology. When Amanda is away from the office she enjoys spending time with her husband, Jason, daughter, family, and friends. She loves traveling and outdoor summer activities, especially anything to do with water. Animals hold a special place in Amanda’s heart. Amanda and Jason attempted to foster two cats for a rescue organization, but failed and made them a permanent part of their family. Since Amanda grew up in Wisconsin, she is a cheese head and loves to cheer on the Green Bay Packers. If you come in during football season you will see a friendly rivalry between Amanda and Dr. Ligocki.

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Alexa Gustrowsky, RDH, Hygienist

Alexa is a Registered Dental Hygienist and graduated with her degree in dental hygiene from College of DuPage and joined Ligocki Dental Group’s team in September 2016. Being a dental hygienist is a passion of Alexa’s and has allowed her to provide individualized care to each and every patient. She regularly attends seminars to stay current with the latest research in order to help educate her patients on the importance of dental health as well as answer any questions they may have. Alexa is always learning new techniques to make her patient’s dental experience better and more comfortable while providing them with best dental care. Seeing a happy and healthy smile on her patient’s face reminds her everyday how much she love her field of work. In Alexa’s spare time, she likes to spend time with family and friends, and cheer on her favorite baseball team, the Chicago Cubs!

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​Jocellyn Ligocki, Clinical Assistant and Public Relations Manager

Jocellyn has been working full time with Ligocki Dental Group since 2013 as a Dental Assistant and Public Relations Manager. She has graduated from Benedictine University with a Bachelor’s of Science in 2013 and Dominican University with a Bachelor’s of Medical Science in 2015. Aspiring to be a dentist to follow her family’s footsteps, Jocellyn is also certified in Coronal Polishing, Pit and Fissure Sealants, and CEREC technology. She enjoys making her patients comfortable, smile, and knowledgeable about the dental conditions and procedures that are needed. Besides clinical work, Jocellyn manages public relations with new and existing patients and all social media accounts for Ligocki Dental Group...give us a follow!

In her free time, Jocellyn enjoys spending it with her friends and family. She is also a big sports fan and use to play basketball competitively; now it is just for fun. Jocellyn is creative and artistically talented; she likes drawing, calligraphy, coloring, making invitations, and producing videos. Besides helping making people healthy, Jocellyn really enjoys the artistry behind dentistry in order to transform not only someone’s smile but his or her life.

Accomplishments:
  • Coronal Polishing Certification in January 2012
  • CEREC Restoration Certification in July 2016
  • CEREC Orthodontic Certification in September 2017
  • The Art of Staining and Glazing Certification in June 2018
  • Illinois State Director of Freedom Day USA 
  • CPR Certification in July 2019

​Tabetha Borter, CDA, Clinical Assistant

Tabetha has been a Dental Assistant with Ligocki Dental Group since 2014. She has been in the dental profession for over 20 years and loves every minute of it. She graduated from Elgin Community College in order to become a Certified Dental Assistant. Tabetha is also certified in Coronal Polishing and CEREC technology. When Tabetha is not working she enjoys spending time with Evie, her bagel (a Bassett Hound and Beagle mix) rescue dog. She also enjoys spending time with her friends and family, reading a good book, and singing with everyone at church. 

Accomplishments:
  • Coronal Polishing Certification
  • CEREC Restoration Certification in July 2016
  • CEREC Orthodontic Certification in September 2017
  • The Art of Staining and Glazing Certification in June 2018
  • CPR Certification in July 2019

Sydnee Grace, Therapy Dog

My name is Sydnee and I am a Certified Therapy Dog. I began working at Ligocki Dental Group in October 2016. I am friendly, calm, great with children, and hypoallergenic so there is no need to worry about being allergic to me. I love to cuddle, play fetch, and help make sure my furry sister at home gets her insulin shot. On Thursdays, you will see me making patients at Ligocki Dental Group smile by helping reduce their dental fears. If you have dental anxiety, please reserve your dental appointment for Thursdays to see me, Sydnee!  #SydneeGrace🐶. #TherapyDogThursdays. ​

Accomplishments:
  • Therapy Dog Certification in October 2016

Jorydn Mae, Therapy Dog

My name is Jordyn. I began working at Ligocki Dental Group as a therapy dog in May 2019. I am super friendly with children and grown-ups. I am also hypoallergenic, like Sydnee, so there is no need to worry about being allergic to me. I love to cuddle and making people happy. Putting smiles on people’s faces makes me happy too! You will get to see me on Tuesdays at Ligocki Dental Group making everyone’s worries disappear!
 #JordynMae🐶. #TherapyDogTuesdays. ​

Accomplishments:
  • Therapy Dog Certification in May 2019