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Magnolia Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics

#1 Chicago Pediatric Dentist | Dr. Melissa Connell , DMD

Drs. Melissa Connell and Megan Davenport – work together to ensure your child has a pleasant, happy experience at each visit!

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CHICAGO PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY & ORTHODONTICS
Dr. Melissa Connell – Kid’s Dentist
Children’s Dentistry
that’s Fun & Healthy

Come visit us today, we’re now welcoming new patients
in our beautifully remodeled office.

New Patient Offers
Dr. Connell and her family

CHICAGO PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY & ORTHODONTICS
Dr. Melissa Connell – Kid’s Dentist
Children’s Dentistry
that’s Fun & Healthy

Come visit us today, we’re now welcoming new patients in our
beautiful remodeled office.

New Patient Offers

Book Appointment

Welcoming New patients
(312) 957-8131

Existing Patients (312) 281-4860

Your Health & Safety is Our Priority

We already exceed sterilization standards, including eliminating virtually all infectious viruses and bacteria from our office.

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Dr. Melissa Connell and her team love their patients and have a genuine concern for their health and safety as well as for the Chicago community. As a result, they’ve created advanced safety measures to keep you and your family safe during your child’s dental procedures and office visits.

Bright and beautiful smiles

Welcome to Magnolia Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics – Chicago’s Trusted Kids Dentist

Welcome to Magnolia Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, the office of Dr. Melissa Connell and her expert team of Pediatric Dentists, where helping children achieve excellent oral health is our passion! Our office is conveniently located in Chicago, Illinois, we are committed to providing comprehensive, compassionate, and conservative dental care to infants, children, and adolescents while making each patient feel special! Our ultimate goal is to create healthy habits for a lifetime of beautiful smiles.

Our skilled, nurturing staff will provide a positive dental experience and help equip your child with the knowledge necessary for good oral hygiene. To ensure that your child grows up with a healthy smile, we offer sealants, fluoride treatments, and tooth-colored fillings along with regular check-ups.

Thank you for your interest in our practice. Please contact us if you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment for your child. We look forward to meeting you and your family!

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Welcoming New patients
(312) 957-8131

Existing Patients (312) 281-4860

Dr. Connell, her husband, and their three kids

A Whole Family of Care

Chicago’s Trusted Pediatric Dentists and Orthodontists

Dr. Melissa Connell would like to welcome you and your family to Magnolia Pediatric Dentistry. She can’t wait to meet you for the first time if you’re new, or to see you again in the office if you’re already a part of our dental family! She and Dr. Megan Davenport are pediatric dentists, caring for your little ones and providing excellent dental care and guidance to help your children to enjoy a lifetime of bright smiles. Our Orthodontist here at Magnolia Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics is Dr. Zesheng Chen (Dr. Z). He loves working with you and your children to ensure your child’s jaw develops properly and that they have an ideal bite and tooth alignment.

<— Pictured: Dr. Melissa Connell and her family

Meet Our Team

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
ABPD American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
ADA American Dental Association
Illinois State Dental Society ISDS Education Legislation Communication
Ann & Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Chicago Dental Society
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
ABPD American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
ADA American Dental Association
Illinois State Dental Society ISDS Education Legislation Communication
Ann & Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Chicago Dental Society

Our Core Values

Magnolia Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics strives to provide comprehensive, compassionate, and conservative care to pediatric patients.

1.

A Commitment to Quality

We specialize in children’s dental care and offer exceptional, personalized, compassionate treatments focused on quality and gentleness. We are uniquely trained to promote your child’s healthy development with a focus on encouraging long-term attention to good hygiene practices and making their visits to our office fun!

2.

A Proven Track Record

Hundreds of your neighbors agree that Dr. Connell, Dr. Davenport, and Dr. Chen are truly gentle, patient, and they genuinely care for your kiddos and parents alike. And their calming demeanors keep kids relaxed and having fun at their visits to Magnolia Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics.

3.

Family Values in Pediatric Care

We are never far from the values of our founding based upon family, long-term value, hard work, discipline and integrity coupled with world-class training in pediatric dentistry, and other advanced dental, and in orthodontics.

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Welcoming New patients
(312) 957-8131

Existing Patients (312) 281-4860

Pediatric & Orthodontic Services

Discover why Chicago families trust Dr. Melissa Connell and Magnolia Pediatric Dentistry with their children’s dental care.

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Dental Emergency? We can help!

Find out what to do with common accidents related to your child’s teeth or mouth. Learn More

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When Should I bring my child in?

Please bring your child in after their first tooth erupts or 1 year whichever comes first. Learn More

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Orthodontic Treatment

Early treatment starts around age 7. Please bring your child in for a free screening. Learn More

Patient Testimonials

Magnolia Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics invites you to read our great reviews.

★★★★★

Highly Recommended

“It was our first time at the dentist in Chicago. What struck me was how spotless the place was, perfectly decorated for children. The staff was friendly and efficient. The dental assistant Cindy was superb! Explained every step to my son, which calmed his nerves tremendously. The Dr. was thorough and explained everything to us.”–Karla K.

★★★★★

Upbeat and Comfortable

“Magnolia’s dentists and staff make seeing the dentist essentially painless and even fun. I have two children and my youngest is two. She scares very easily and doesn’t want anyone to touch her. I was invited to lay on the dentist chair and hold her while the dentist did the fastest cleaning, exam, and fluoride treatment imaginable.”–Marci W.

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Mother and Child

Melissa Connell, DDS
Megan Davenport, DDS
Anna Harvey, DMD
Nicole Oparaeke, DMD
Zesheng Chen, DMD, MS

Contact Us

1611 N. Wolcott Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622
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Welcoming New Patients
(312) 957-8131
Existing Patients
(312) 281-4860

Office Hours

Monday: 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 9:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

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Following her graduation from dental school, Dr. Karras moved to Milwaukee, WI to complete a 26-month specialty training program at Marquette University, where she earned a certificate and Master of Science in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics. Her research, which focused on the efficacy of the Invisalign system and its attachment types, was accepted for publication in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics (AJO-DO), the world’s leading orthodontic journal. Dr. Karras feels fortunate to be a part of a profession where she can transform people’s smiles but also their self-confidence.

Outside of the office, Dr. Karras enjoys traveling, amateur photography, skiing, exploring Chicago’s food scene, and spending time with her “big fat Greek family.” She is fluent in English and Greek and speaks some Spanish as well.

Dr. Anna will be providing pediatric dental care at Magnolia on Friday afternoons and Saturdays and working side by side with Dr. Z, our awesome orthodontist to offer more opportunities for pediatric and orthodontic collaborative visits. Like all of us at MPDO, Dr. Anna enjoys providing a high level of comprehensive care to our patients. She can’t wait to meet you soon and help take care of your smile!

Dr. Davenport is a Diplomat of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. She was awarded the Richard C. Pugh Achievement Award for scoring in the top 3% across the nation on her written board examination. Dr. Davenport is on staff at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and maintains active memberships in the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Illinois Society of Pediatric Dentists, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, College of Diplomates of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, Illinois State Dental Society, and Chicago Dental Society.

When she’s not at work, Dr. Davenport stays busy chasing around her two young kids with her husband, Kevin. She enjoys baking, college football (Go Irish!), hand lettering, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends. She looks forward to meeting you and your family at your next visit!

When she’s not providing excellent care to her patients and their parents, Dr. Connell loves spending time with her husband, Bob Burger, a Keller Williams real estate broker, and their three kids. As a family, they frequently embark on adventures both local and abroad, and they especially like the Pacific side of Costa Rica.