About Us

Our mission is to help others to live better lives by providing compassionate care in a safe and comfortable environment.

Our goals

Every patient understands their dental needs
Every patient is provided care in the most safe and comfortable space
Every patient appointment is started and completed on time
Every patient understands their financial options

Our Values

“SMOVE”: We smile and move. Embrace each day as an opportunity to do better and be better
COMPLAINLESS: Be aware, be thankful, pause before we begin, be accountable
NO EGO: We are proud of ourselves and work but we also learn from each other. Be teachable and appreciate people
LOVE PEOPLE: Contribute, be kind, be patient, be honest, encourage, apologize, forgive and be thankful
LOVE EARTH: Be creative and active in creating a healthier planet. 4-Rs (reduce, reuse, recycle, refuse) and how you can incorporate it in our office and your life

Team Members

Dr. Reshma Dhake

General Dentist (Archer and Belmont-Cragin)

Dr. Dhake graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry. She has practiced at a variety of group practices and public health clinics throughout the Chicagoland area. She is a member of the Chicago Dental Society, Illinois State Dental Society, and American Dental Association. She loves providing compassionate care for her community and strives make every patient feel as comfortable as possible.

In her free time, Dr. Dhake spends time with her twin son and daughter, and husband. She also enjoys cooking and running. She has completed several triathlons, half marathons, and two marathons.

Dr. Alexander Upwards

General Dentist (Archer and Belmont-Cragin)

Dr. Upwards graduated from Midwestern University. He has a very gentle touch and is very thorough. When he is not treating patients, he enjoys playing and listening to music as well as running and biking.

Dr. Ulka Patel

General Dentist (Archer)

Dr. Patel graduated from Midwestern University. She is proud to provide compassionate care to her patients. In her free time, she loves to try new restaurants, workout and bake.

Dr. Melvin Varughese

General Dentist (Archer)

Dr. Varughese graduated from Midwestern University. He loves providing thorough comprehensive care to his patients.

Krystyna S.

Dental Hygienist (Archer)

Kyrstyna is one of our super star hygienists at Forever Dental Archer office and has been working at this office for more than 15 years. She treats her patients at Forever Dental as part of her extended family. She speaks Polish and English and makes every effort to make her patients get the best care.

In her free time, she enjoys staying physically active, reading, and spending time with her family, two beautiful daughters, and dog.

Juanita C.

Dental Hygienist (Archer)

Juanita is one of super star hygienists that has a gentle touch and a warm smile. She loves getting to know her patients and providing patient focused care. In her free time she loves to travel, bake desserts, and spend time with her husband and kids.