Joyful Smiles Pediatric Dentistry

We are located at
7020 Centennial Dr, Tinley Park, IL 60477

PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY

Our doctors believe a trip to the dentist should be fun, lighthearted, and not something to fear.

We are located at 7020 Centennial Dr, Tinley Park, IL 60477

"People Love Us On Google"

430+ Google reviews

(708) 794-9526

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Office Hours

Monday: 9:00am–5pm

Tuesday: 9:00am–5pm

Wednesday: 9:00am–5pm

Thursday: 9:00am–5pm

Friday: 9:00am–4pm

Saturday : Closed

Sunday: Closed

Pain Free Options

We offer complete painless dental care in a relaxing environment for dental procedures.

Insurance & Financing

We accept most PPO insurances. For patients without insurance and those who have out of pocket expenses, we offer payment plans to fit your needs.

My first time been here and the experience was wonderful my son is 1 1/2 yr old and they made him feel comfortable and not scared the doctor and her assistant Cynthia were all amazing and inform me with everything I need to do to keep his little teeth clean and healthy

- Gabriela R

5.0

Pediatric Dentistry

Dr. Yaa McDonald

Dr. Yaa McDonald received her undergraduate degree in the biological sciences at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and then completed a Doctorate in Dental Medicine degree (DMD) at Southern Illinois University. Following her doctorate, she completed a two-year residency in Pediatric Dentistry, obtaining both a specialty certificate and a Master of Dental Science from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. During residency, Dr. McDonald was awarded the Graduate Student Research Award for her outstanding master's thesis research on the periodontal ligament stem cells of human deciduous teeth.

Dr. McDonald is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and is an active member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. She is adjunct faculty at Marquette University School of Dentistry, where she teaches pediatric dentistry to undergraduate dental students. She is on staff at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center and Tinley Woods Surgery Center.

Dr. McDonald is a community advocate and enjoys volunteering. She has participated in activities such as Convoy of Hope, Jamaican Dental Missions, and in other local organizations. In 2010 was honored by Metro Achievement Center with the "Woman of Character Award."

In her spare time, she enjoys trying new recipes, baking, exercising, hanging with her husband, Joseph, her little girl Bella, and her dog Sophie. Dr. McDonald looks forward to giving your child a great dental experience!

Dr. Yaa McDonald

Dr. Elizabeth Kamali is delighted to return back to the community she was raised in. Dr. Kamali attended High School in Plano before she moved to Arlington where she attended and graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology. In May of 2004 she graduated from Baylor College of Dentistry with her Doctorate of Dental Surgery. Dr. Kamali practiced general dentistry for a year before deciding to pursue further education at the University of Oklahoma Children’s Hospital, where she received her certificate in Hospital Dentistry. Dr. Kamali loves treating children and makes every effort to make every child’s appointment be a safe, educational and enjoyable experience. Dr. Kamali enjoys spending time with her friends, family and her husband Dr. Sal Taiym. Dr. Kamali also enjoys reading, skiing and spending time with her two beautiful daughters Layla and Elina; and her many nieces and nephews.

Dr. Yaa McDonald received her undergraduate degree in the biological sciences at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and then completed a Doctorate in Dental Medicine degree (DMD) at Southern Illinois University. Following her doctorate degree, she completed a two-year residency in Pediatric Dentistry, obtaining both a specialty certificate and a Master of Dental Science from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. During residency, Dr. McDonald was awarded the Graduate Student Research Award for her outstanding master’s thesis research on the periodontal ligament stem cells of human deciduous teeth.

Dr. McDonald is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and is an active member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. She is adjunct faculty at Marquette University School of Dentistry, where she teaches pediatric dentistry to undergraduate dental students. Dr. McDonald is also currently a staff member at Children’s Hospital of Milwaukee, WI.

In her spare time, she enjoys trying new recipes, baking, exercising, hanging with family, friends and her dog Sophie. Dr. McDonald looks forward to giving your child a great dental experience!

Our Pediatric Dentistry Services

INFANT ORAL EXAMS

PEDIATRIC CLEANINGS & EXAMS

DIGITAL X-RAYS

SILVER DIAMINE FLUORIDE (SDF)

SEDATION DENTISTRY

CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

TOOTH-COLORED FILLINGS

FLUORIDE

FRENECTOMIES

PEDIATRIC SEALANTS

RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY

SPECIAL CARE FOR DENTAL ANXIETY

SPORTS MOUTHGUARDS

TOOTH EXTRACTIONS

Our doctors believe a trip to the dentist should be fun, lighthearted, and not something to fear. The way your child is exposed to dentistry lays the groundwork for how they view dental care and dental visits for the rest of their lives. Our team loves caring for their patients, and work hard to make sure each child is spoken to gently, treated with respect, and cared for as if they were our own child. We use simple words to explain procedures to our patients and make sure each parent or guardian is aware of the process as well.