Daniela Brzozowski, DDS
Dr. Daniela Brzozowski is a skilled, caring dentist who believes in providing comprehensive dental care with meticulous attention to detail and genuine compassion. She takes the time to get to know her patients, building trusting relationships through open communication. Her goal is to ensure every patient feels comfortable, informed, and confident in their treatment decisions.
A Lifelong Passion for Dentistry
Dr. Brzozowski’s love for dentistry began early, inspired by a family friend and mentor who was a dentist. During her residency at the Children’s Clinic of the Oak Park/River Forest Infant Welfare Society, she discovered her passion for children’s dentistry. From an early age, she knew she wanted a career in healthcare—one that allowed her to help others and make a positive difference in their lives.
Education and Professional Growth
Dr. Brzozowski earned two Bachelor of Science degrees in Biology and Dental Science from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Here, she also completed her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. While in dental school, she served on committees aimed at improving the curriculum and volunteered at community clinics to expand her clinical experience.
Leadership and Professional Involvement
In addition to her private practice, Dr. Brzozowski serves as an Adjunct Faculty member at the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry. She is an active member of several professional organizations, including:
- Chicago Dental Society
- Illinois State Dental Society
- American Dental Association
- Academy of General Dentistry
- American Association of Women Dentists
Dr. Brzozowski has also been involved in leadership roles within the Dental Arts Club, a Polish-American association, where she served as President from 2012 to 2013. She later became Vice President and then President of the West Suburban branch of the Chicago Dental Society in 2022.
Life Beyond Dentistry
Originally from Lemont, Dr. Brzozowski currently lives in Downers Grove with her husband Greg, their son, Everett, and their two dogs (Willow and Rue). Outside the office, she enjoys creating stained glass art, painting, woodworking, gardening, and fishing. Most of all, she values spending quality time with her family and friends.
Dr. Summer K. Totonchi, DMD, Associate Dentist
Dr. Summer K. Totonchi is a caring general dentist dedicated to providing patient-centered care. She believes every smile is unique and takes time to understand each patient’s needs and goals. Her mission is to improve both oral health and overall quality of life through gentle, personalized care.
Education and Training
Dr. Totonchi earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from the Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine. She completed her undergraduate studies at Northern Illinois University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with an emphasis in Biochemistry and a minor in Biology.
After dental school, she completed a General Practice Residency at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, where she gained advanced training in treating medically compromised and special-needs patients.
Professional Involvement and Community Service
A lifelong learner, Dr. Totonchi enjoys continuing education courses and staying current with the latest advances in dentistry. She is an active member of the:
- American Dental Association
- Illinois State Dental Society
- Academy of General Dentistry
- Chicago Dental Society
She is also passionate about giving back to the community. She has volunteered with the “Dentists with a Heart” program in Aurora, the Sidney Hillman Health Center in Chicago, and local schools to promote good oral health habits in children.
Personal Life
Born in Baghdad, Iraq, Dr. Totonchi moved to the Chicago suburbs in middle school. She also spent a year living in Italy with her husband Enrico before starting their family. She now resides in Naperville with her husband and three children, Walter, Dalia, and Samuel. Outside the office, she enjoys cooking, gardening, drawing, yoga, and rock climbing.
Michael Lenart, DDS (Associate Dentist)
Dr. Michael Lenart is a gentle and compassionate dentist who believes in building lasting relationships with his patients. He emphasizes education and open communication, helping patients understand their treatment options so they can make confident decisions about their oral health. His goal is to create a comfortable, trusting environment where every patient feels valued, understood, and cared for.
Education and Experience
A lifelong resident of Naperville, Dr. Lenart graduated from Naperville Central High School before earning his Bachelor of Science degree from Benedictine University (formerly Illinois Benedictine College). He went on to earn his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from the Chicago College of Dental Surgery at Loyola University.
Dr. Lenart owned and operated his own dental practice for many years. However, in the fall of 2023, he merged with Dr. Brzozowski at her new office, continuing his commitment to serving the local community with excellence and integrity.
Life Outside the Office
When he’s not caring for patients, Dr. Lenart enjoys traveling and ballroom dancing. He is also passionate about music and plays both the guitar and piano. A longtime Morton Arboretum member since 1986, he loves spending time outdoors. Most of all, he treasures time with his family and his two young grandchildren, who always keep him smiling and active.
Stephanie B. (Registered Dental Hygienist/Office Manager)
Stephanie joined the office in June of 2016 shortly after her wedding and has been a dental hygienist since 2015. She is a graduate of College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn, Illinois with an Associate of Science Degree. Stephanie’s gentle and easy-going manner has been welcomed by patients and the dental team. She especially feels accomplished when she can help people who have negative memories of dentistry feel comfortable and happy to be receiving care.
Stephanie currently resides in Aurora with her husband David and their two kids, Leo and Luca. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family and visiting local breweries.
Stephanie R. (Registered Dental Hygienist)
Stephanie has decades of experience in the dental field as she started out working in an orthodontist office in between summer semesters in college. She graduated from Northern Illinois University in 2008 with a Bachelors of Science in Public Health. From there she went on to Prairie State College to pursue her Dental Hygiene degree and graduated in 2014. Her passion for the field is educating patients and identifying orofacial myofunctional disorders. She plans to pursue certification as a myofunctional therapist.
Stephanie lives in Woodridge with her husband and two daughters. They love spending time with family, taking the girls to the water park and playing with their cousins. Halloween is a family favorite and they throw a big party every year. Stephanie looks forward to meeting you and helping you with any of your dental needs!
Stephanie S. (Lead Dental Assistant)
Stephanie joined our team in June of 2021, after she and her family moved to Woodridge. She has been a Dental Assistant since February 2008, with experience in Orthodontics and General Dentistry. Stephanie’s knowledge and experience in this field makes her a very valued member of our team. She enjoys helping patients understand as much information about their treatment as possible and looks forward to any volunteer opportunity available to her.
In her free time Stephanie enjoys traveling with her husband Alex and their two kids, Lexie and Noah. She enjoys the outdoors and is always excited about a new adventure.
Liz J. (Front Desk Manager)
Liz joined the team in March 2024, bringing with her years of customer service experience. She enjoys meeting people from all waks of life and finding shared interest.
Outside of the office Liz loves puzzles, swimming and gardening. She resides in Woodridge with her husband Todd and their 3 kids, Lores, Finn and Chase.