About the Dentist

Somayeh Jahedi- O'Leary, DMD
Dr. Somayeh Jahedi- O'Leary is a University of Chicago graduate, and went on to receive her Master’s degree at the Illinois Institute of Technology, followed by her dental degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago.
A Hinsdale Central Alumnus, Dr. Jahedi- O'Leary is excited to return to her hometown to establish her dental practice. She is one of a long line of dentists in her family, and proudly shares a space with her mother, Dr. Maliheh Jahedi, in her private practice in Oakbrook Terrace.
Dr. Jahedi- O'Leary believes that no one should have to live with pain, and everyone deserves a fresh & healthy smile, delivered with compassion. She prides herself in staying up-to-date with the latest dental advancements through attending continuing education courses regularly.
When she is not busy creating a healthy, sparkling smile for her patients, she enjoys cooking, nature, traveling, photography, and spending time with her friends and large family (she is one of seven kids). Dr. Jahedi- O'Leary is married, and has a son who is a toddler, whom she adores.
Dr. Jahedi- O'Leary completely understands that not many people enjoy coming to the dentist, so she strives to provide a unique and positive experience for her patients, delivered with a gentle touch-- from her family to yours.
EDUCATION-
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University of Illinois at Chicago; Doctor of Dental Medicine
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Illinois Institute of Technology; Master's in Cell & Molecular Biology
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University of Chicago; Bachelor of Arts in Biology, Minor in Visual Arts
AWARDS/HONORS-
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Schweitzer Fellow
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Leo and Sabien Class of 1955 Scholarship
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Straumann Scholarship Pre-Doctoral Implant Award
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American Academy of Oral Medicine Certificate of Merit and Award
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American Association of Public Health Dentistry Award
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Brian D. Stone Memorial Award
RESEARCH-
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Hinman Basic Science Award
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Omicron Kappa Upsilon Best Basic Science Award
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Schour Memorial Student Research Award
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS-
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American Dental Association
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Chicago Dental Society
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Illinois State Dental Society