 Dr. Kapil Vij is very passionate about orthodontics, and the impact it has on people's lives. His passion carries into his relationships with his patients. He loves his patients "joie de vivre." Their zest for life is immense, keeping him energized.He insists on providing his patients with the most superior care and the education to understand their personal treatment. He is very approachable, welcoming, accommodating, and loves to keep his staff on their toes with tooth-oriented trivia questions! He has a personal goal of providing high-quality, superior health care to each and every patient, regardless of status, race, creed or color. Because of his ability to speak fluent French, Hindi, and some Spanish, he can go beyond language barriers and communicate more effectively with his patients. This provides his patients with comfort, confidence, empowerment, and allows them to be an active part in their personal treatment. Dr. Vij is originally from India and immigrated to the US at the age of 16. He attended Glenbrook South in Glenview where he graduated cum laude and was awarded first place overall and second place state science olympiad. Dr. Vij was awarded the Roger Adams Scholarship in Chemistry, Distinction in Research and a Deans List during his bachelor of science in Biology. After receiving his BS in Biology with honors from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Dr. Vij continued into dental education at the University of Illinois (UIC), College of Dentistry. After earning the degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) in 1999, he pursued a two-year residency and training in pediatric dentistry at UIC (2001). Dr. Vij completed his specialty training of Certificate in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics in 2007 at Jacksonville University. He is currently on staff with UIC as Clinical Assistant Professor. Dr. Vij consistently demonstrates thoroughness and keen diagnostic acumen throughout all aspects of dental patient care. He continues his education by teaching residents at the University of Illinois, which keeps him challenged, which he particularly likes. During dental school, Dr. Vij was the recipient of numerous academic awards. These awards include the prestigious status of distinctive awards such as the Oral Maxillofacial Radiology Award, American Society of Dentistry for Children Award, and the American Dental Association - Caulk/Dentsply Research Award. When he is not working, Dr. Vij works out at the gym and plays soccer and tennis. He looks forward to building your Forever Smiles at our Grayslake office! |
