Dr. Lexi Nash

Dr. Lexi grew up in Southern Illinois and knew since high school that she wanted to be a dentist, work with children and serve her community. Her studies led her to McKendree University and then Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine.

 

At SIU, she graduated with honors as well as earning the American Student Dental Association Award, the Dean’s Student Research Fellowship Award, and the Special Care Dentistry Award. These awards recognized Dr. Lexi’s spirit of leadership and volunteerism, commitment to advancing the field of dentistry, and sincere interest and concern for the dental needs of persons with disabilities and special health care needs.

 

After dental school, Dr. Lexi completed two years of specialty training in pediatric dentistry at the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University. During residency, she was selected to serve as Chief Resident, gaining robust experience in caring for children with complex medical histories and special health care needs and providing emergency care to children with dental trauma.

 

Dr. Lexi loves getting to know her patients and making their appointments fun! She values excellent communication and genuine compassion while providing a patient-centered and comprehensive approach. She considers herself a lifelong learner and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Illinois Society of Pediatric Dentists, Illinois State Dental Society, Chicago Dental Society and American Dental Association.

 

When not in the office, Dr. Lexi enjoys spending time with her fiancé, Tyler, and their friends and family. Dr. Lexi also enjoys yoga, baking, and exploring Chicago’s diverse food scene.