Dr. Zarrina Babakulova

About me

Dr. Zarrina brings a wealth of experience and passion to her dental practice, combining expertise with a compassionate approach to care. Raised in Bukhara, Uzbekistan, Dr. Zarrina is deeply committed to improving lives through dentistry. Her dedication extends beyond her practice, as she has traveled internationally to provide free dental care to underserved communities.

Outside the office, Dr. Zarrina enjoys spending time with her husband and two children, cooking, baking, hiking, and practicing yoga. She is multilingual, speaking English, Tajik, Uzbek, and Russian, allowing her to connect with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Past experience

Dr. Zarrina earned her DDS degree at Bukhara State Medical Institute in 2006. She spent eight years practicing as a general dentist in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, where she honed her skills across a wide range of dental procedures. After relocating to the United States, she completed the Doctor of Dental Medicine Advanced Standing Program at the University of Illinois Chicago, College of Dentistry.

With extensive experience in all areas of general dentistry, Dr. Zarrina expertise includes:

• Restorative and cosmetic dentistry.
• Crowns and bridges.
• Implant restorations.
• Root canal treatments.

Her passion for dentistry also led her to Jamaica, where she provided free dental care to families in need, fostering healthy smiles and making a meaningful impact.

Credentials

Education:

• DDS: Bukhara State Medical Institute, Uzbekistan.
• Doctor of Dental Medicine Advanced Standing Program: University of Illinois Chicago, College of Dentistry.

Professional Memberships:

• American Dental Association.
• Association of General Dentistry.
• American Association of Cosmetic Dentistry.

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