Meet the Team at
VIP Dental Lounge

We are a full service dental office providing family, restorative,
and cosmetic dentistry.

Dr. Lyudmila Tavolzhanskaya - Dentist - VIP Dental Lounge

Dr. Lyudmila Tavolzhanskaya, DDS

Dr. Lyuda, as everyone calls her, is originally from Ukraine and has been living in Chicago since graduating from UMKC Dental School in 2006.  She really enjoys the biomimetic field of dentistry, concentrating on preserving as much of natural tooth structure as possible.  Her heart mostly belongs to cosmetic dentistry, but she also enjoys surgeries. She, with her 2 kids, and a husband, who not that long ago found his own niche in dentistry, enjoys being in nature and traveling often.
Dr. Alena Bukhar - Orthodontist - VIP Dental Lounge

Dr. Alena Bukhar, DDS, MS

Dr. Alena Bukhar is devoted to providing quality orthodontic care. Her gentle and informative approach helps patients to achieve their goals to create healthy and beautiful smiles. Dr. Alena constantly improves her knowledge by attending dental conferences and study clubs. Her mission is to provide excellent orthodontic service using the most recent and advanced techniques. She most enjoys seeing happiness and confidence in her patients after treatment is completed. In her free time Dr. Alena loves to  play chess and ping pong. She often compares chess to orthodontic treatment as it requires a strategic plan to ensure success at the end.
Dr. Shreya Kota - Dentist - VIP Dental Lounge

Dr. Shreya Kota, DDS

Dr. Shreya Kota is an Associate Dentist at VIP Dental Lounge. She received her Doctor of Dental Medicine from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. Her favorite part of being a dentist is not just treating teeth, but helping people and seeing them leave the office with a big smile after their visits. She finds it most rewarding to aid in boosting her patient’s self-confidence. In her free time, Dr. Kota loves to cook, travel, find the best restaurants around Chicago, and spend time with her husband, son, and dog.
Marlyn Alvarez - Dental Hygienist - VIP Dental Lounge

Marlyn Alvarez

Registered Dental Hygienist

Marilyn is a Registered Dental Hygienist at VIP Dental Lounge. She graduated with an Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene from Kennedy King College through UIC School of Dentistry and also has a Bachelors in Biology from Northeastern University. She loves to make her patient’s feel at ease during treatment by first establishing trust. Marilyn’s thorough yet gentle approach to providing treatment ensures comprehensive results and happy patients. In her spare time she loves hanging out with her husband and two children.
Guisell Sinaloa - Scheduling Coordinator - VIP Dental Lounge

Guisell Sinaloa

Scheduling Coordinator/Dental Assistant

Guisell’s is the first smile you will see when entering the doors of VIP Dental Lounge. She has been a skilled dental assistant for 10 years and is a wizard at assisting patients with finding the perfect appointment time to accommodate their busy schedules. She is known for making patients comfortable with her warm nature both in the treatment room and on the phone. Guisell takes pride in her ability to step in and help her team members in all aspects of the office. In her free time, she loves to spend time with family, dine-out, and watch suspense movies with her Beau.
Yesenia Salazar - Dental Assistant - VIP Dental Lounge

Yesenia Salazar

Dental Assistant

Yesenia is a Dental Assistant at VIP Dental Lounge. She strives to make all patients feel comfortable and at ease by ensuring a positive experience at every visit. She loves working with great doctors and a team that takes excellent care of the patients and each other. For Yesenia, making patients smile when they see their new dental work is extremely rewarding and the best part of the job. In her free time, she loves to travel and spend time with her friends and family.

Our Office

We called it a lounge and meant it. Designed with aesthetics, hygiene, minimalism, and no clutter in mind. We mean green and so are completely paperless!