About Us

Meet The Team

Cari, Patient Care Coordinator

Hi! My name is Cari. I am the Office Manager and have worked for Caputo Dental since February of 2003. Some of my responsibilities include front desk operations, answering phones, scheduling appointments, conducting financial arrangements, filing insurance claims, and many “behind the scenes” tasks. I love what I do here and enjoy working with a great team!

One of my greatest rewards is building relationships with our guests and helping them achieve and maintain their dental health. Knowing that our guests leave our office with quality dental work is very satisfying.

My husband and I love Chicago and attend as many Cubs and Bears games as possible. I love to travel and strive to visit my family in Florida whenever I have free time. I love the white sand beaches of Siesta Key, and if I’m lucky, you can find me there every 4th of July celebrating with my family.

Donna, Registered Dental Hygienist

Hi! My name is Donna. I am one of the Registered Dental Hygienists who works at Caputo Dental. I have been with the practice since I moved to Naperville in the fall of 2003. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene from Loyola University in Chicago and have been an RDH for almost 25 years. My career history in the dental field has included substituting as a Clinical Instructor at Prairie State, attending continuing education courses, and following online study groups and blogs to keep current with the most recent technology. Most recently, our hygiene team completed dental laser certification.

I enjoy guiding patients toward optimal oral health. It has become increasingly evident that the mouth and body are connected. Good oral health improves the whole body’s health, particularly in patients with diabetes and heart disease. I educate patients about nutritional choices, effective plaque removal techniques, fluoride supplementation, and appropriate intervals for periodontal maintenance. Seeing someone turn their oral health around with small changes is very satisfying.

You may see me around outside the office. I live just down the street in Penncross Knoll and have three very active sons in sports and music. I usually run to the soccer field, track, or music program when I leave the office. If you wonder who the lady smiling and waving to you is, it might be me! Besides the boys’ activities, we enjoy traveling, skiing, hiking, music, and spending time with friends and family as a family.

Christine, Dental Assistant

My name is Christine. I’ve been in the dental field for ten years and have worked with Caputo Dental for three. I enjoy working here and helping patients achieve and maintain their perfect smile.

I stay abreast of current technology by attending continuing education courses, including placing dental sealants and coronal polish for children’s teeth. One of my biggest accomplishments was when I participated in our mission trips to El Salvador to help those less fortunate.

Robin, Patient Care Coordinator

Hi! My name is Robin. I have been a Patient Care Coordinator with Caputo Dental since August 2018. Some of my responsibilities include front desk operations, answering phones, scheduling appointments, conducting financial arrangements, filing insurance claims, and many other duties. There is always something new to learn. I enjoy what I do and love working with such a passionate team.

My husband and I are empty nesters. We love living in the Chicagoland area and enjoy going into the city every chance we get. There is always something fun to do.

Dawn, Patient Care Coordinator

Hello, my name is Dawn, and I am a Patient Care Coordinator here at Caputo Dental. I am pretty new to the world of dentistry and I am excited about all the new things I am learning daily. Some of my daily responsibilities are handling front desk operations, answering phones, scheduling appointments, handling insurance claims, financial arrangements, and many other duties. The team here is wonderful, and I am happy to be part of it.

Julie, Registered Dental Hygienist

Hi, my name is Julie, and I am one of our dental hygienists. I attended Triton College and Missouri College, earning my Associate’s Degree in Applied Science of Dental Hygiene in 2014. I worked in mobile dentistry in Missouri and pediatric dentistry for almost ten years. I now enjoy working in an office that allows me to see both adults and children so I can use my many specialized skills. Dentistry requires a lot of compassion and attention to detail; both are my job’s best parts. I enjoy putting my patients at ease even when they feel nervous while conducting a thorough yet comfortable cleaning. Whether our patient saw us six months ago or it has been several years, I am just happy they have come to see us and allow our team to take care of their oral health. Several times a year, I take continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current technology and scientific findings in the health field.

When I am out of the office, I spend time with my husband and daughter or enjoy one of my many hobbies. I have always been crafty, sewing outfits, cross-stitching, and painting. I also enjoy my many animals, including dogs, cats, and chickens.

Tara, Registered Dental Hygienist

Hi, my name is Tara. I am a Registered Dental Hygienist and could not be happier working here at Caputo Dental!  I recently graduated from Prairie State College where I earned my Associate Degree in Applied Science. I graduated top of my class with high honors and received the outstanding student award. I am certified in local anesthesia, nitrous oxide sedation, and CPR.

Being in healthcare, my top priority is patient care and having the ability to help others. As a hygienist, I’ve taken an oath to give the utmost standard of care to every patient in my chair. To ensure this, I will continue to educate myself with the latest evidence based health care developments and technology.  I take pride in educating my patients on their oral health and its relation to the patient’s overall systemic health. I listen to my patients and help them achieve their health goals. All while focusing on the physical comfort and emotional well-being of my patient. While dental anxiety is common, I promise we will work through it together, and I will prioritize your needs.

I enjoy spending time with my family when I am not at work. Being a mom always keeps me on my toes—there is never a dull moment. We love to travel as this brings awareness and learning of other cultures, traditions, and ways of life. Hiking, baking, and reading are some of my favorite hobbies. I am thrilled to get to know you! My patients are what keeps my smile bright!