West Loop Team

Dr. Ned was born and raised in a suburb of Milwaukee, WI. Following his undergraduate studies he decided to follow in his elder sister’s footsteps and to pursue a career in dentistry. Creighton University School of Dentistry in Omaha, NE provided a comprehensive, top tier education stressed on clinical applications. Creighton is also where Dr. Ned met his best friend Dr. Worth. Following dental school graduation in May of 2009, Dr. Ned moved to Chicago to be closer to his family and to practice within the Chicago Dental community.

Dr. Neduvelil strongly believes that he treats people, not just teeth. He offers a practice devoted to comprehensive dentistry and puts an emphasis on sound preventative dentistry. He has a special affinity with children and the knowledge to treat using nearly painless dental techniques. You will treasure the peace of mind that comes from a quickly developed sense of trust and confidence in Dr. Ned and his team.

Dr. Ned currently resides in Downtown Chicago. In his spare time he likes spending quality time with his family and friends.

Dr. Chris Worth was born in Fargo, ND and raised across the Red River in neighboring Moorhead, MN. In 2005, he graduated with a degree in biology from Creighton University in Omaha, NE, and in 2009 he earned his D.D.S. from the same institution. After graduation, he sought to develop his clinical skills in a big city setting, and took an associate position in Chicago, IL. Looking to advance professionally, in 2013 he opened Skyline Smiles West Loop with his friend and former classmate, Dr. Deepak Neduvelil.

From an early age, Dr. Worth demonstrated a propensity for helping others and artistic expression. By the time he reached college, he realized dentistry provided the perfect marriage of health care and creativity. He takes a passionate and holistic approach to his profession, striving to satisfy his patients’ dental needs in a practical and esthetic manner. His dedication to dentistry and meticulous attention to detail help him produce healthy and beautiful smiles.

Dr. Worth practices almost all facets of general dentistry, but places more emphasis on the placement and restoration of dental implants. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, tennis and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. He looks forward to continuing to grow personally and professionally while serving the Chicago community's dental needs for years to come!

Dr. Priya Patel, an east coast native, graduated from Boston University with an undergraduate degree in human physiology and went on to earn her masters and dental degree from Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. She also completed a year of General Practice Residency at Hackensack University Medical Center.

Dr. Patel has always loved the city of Chicago and a few years ago made it her new home with her family. She is a compassionate and approachable dentist and firmly believes that communication and education is important when treating patients. She is looking forward to being part of the community and cannot wait to be your new neighborhood family dentist!

In her free time, Dr. Patel enjoys spending time with her husband and young children, traveling, and exploring Chicago.

Dr. Arpitha Marri is originally from Crawfordsville, Indiana and has lived in Chicago since attending Northwestern University Dental School, where she earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree. She completed her bachelor's degree in biology from DePauw University in Indiana. Dr. Marri is an active member of the American Dental Association, Illinois State Dental Society and Chicago Dental Society

Having practiced dentistry for 18 years, Dr. Marri has comprehensive experience in many aspects of oral health, including periodontics, endodontics, prosthodontics, restoration, Botox treatment for TMD, and Invisalign. She is passionate about forming a strong doctor-patient relationship and values working with precision, efficiency, and integrity. Dr. Marri enjoys working with various patient populations and routinely ensures that they feel comfortable during procedures.

Outside of work, Dr. Marri has been a part of the Big Brother Big Sister program for 10 years. She loves to travel, reading, and spend time with friends and family. She also adores her dog Lexi.

Born and raised in Oak Brook, IL, Dr. Tania Bajaj was exposed to patient care as a child while assisting her father in his internal medicine practice. Engrained in her from a young age were the principles of quality over quantity care, service with a smile, treating every patient as family, and providing an environment that upheld open communication, patient comfort, and respect. After spending years getting her own teeth straightened, her passion for dentistry was ignited and nurtured by the gentle hand of her orthodontist. She went on to earn both her undergraduate and Doctor of Dental Medicine degrees at the University of Illinois at Chicago.

Dr. Bajaj strives to provide a comfortable, gentle, and painless experience while aiming to build trust and rapport through effective communication. She values patient education and preventative dentistry in order to help avoid future dental pain and optimize oral health and, in turn, systemic health. She hopes to help restore the confidence needed for her patients to smile BIG!

In her free-time, Dr. Bajaj enjoys nature hikes, losing her voice cheering for the Cubs and Bulls, attending concerts, and discovering new restaurants in Chicago. She loves playing with her Golden Retriever, traveling across the world, and spending quality time with her family and friends!

Dr. Payal Shah was born and raised in London, UK. She moved to Chicago during her teenage years and went on to attend Loyola University for her undergraduate degree and pursued her master’s degree at Rush University Chicago. She worked in pharmaceuticals and biomedical devices before discovering her true passion: dentistry! She completed dental school at UIC College of Dentistry.

Dr. Shah believes that dentistry is more than just treating a tooth. The best treatment is prevention! She wants to bring open dialogue between the patient so that patients can feel confident about their oral health and their smile. She wants patients to have a great experience at the dentist and strives to bring compassion and excellence to the dental community.

When she’s not working, she is enjoying time with her husband and daughter, and always planning their next adventurous trip. Together, they aim to travel to all the wonders of the world!

Nirali was born in the suburbs of Chicago and moved to the city seven years ago. She found her love for dentistry working as an assistant and front desk team member at several dental offices including her father's dental practice. After attending Benedictine University, Nirali continued to further her education at Harper College where she got her degree in Dental Hygiene. Recently married, Nirali moved to the West Loop and joined Skyline Smiles. In her free time, Nirali likes to dance, watch movies and spend time with her family. She's also a huge Bulls and Cubs fan.

Jessica was born in San Juan de los Lagos, Mexico and raised in Chicago. She is fluent in English and Spanish and loves to learn about other cultures and languages. From Dental assisting to becoming a Dental Hygienist, Jessica has always found the dental field interesting and makes sure her patients receive the best care. She graduated from Malcom X College in 2018. In her free time she enjoys spending time with family and friends, going to the gym, and discovering new restaurants in the city.

Samantha was born in Geneva, Illinois, but now resides in Norwood park. She received her Bachelors degree in Dental Hygiene from Southern Illinois University. Sam and her husband Chris enjoy traveling and spending time with family. She is passionate about preventative health research, and believes in life long learning. Sam looks forward to meeting new patients and strives to provide the best care she can.

Christina was born and raised in Indiana. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Molecular Cell Biology from the University of California, Berkeley and her Master’s Degree in Biology at Purdue University. Christina joined Skyline Smiles shadowing Dr. Neduvelil and continued on as a Dental Assistant, Office Manager and now Business Development. She enjoys building relationships with patients, easing anxiety, and educating patients on the importance of treating oral disease and preventative care. In her free time, Christina loves spending time with her family, her friends, and her two dogs.

Thomas Neduvelil, fondly known as "Papa Ned" by the Skyline Smiles Family, is the proud father of both Dr. Rosh and Dr. Ned. Papa Ned has been given the title of Insurance Claims Specialist. He is the guy who is on your side! He follows up with your insurance to make sure claims get paid and that the patient is not left with the bill. Previous to joining the Skyline Smiles Family, Papa Ned was a Pharmacist and worked at Walgreens for 38 years. He retired in June 2013 and moved from Brookfield, WI to Chicago, Il to be closer to his children. In 2016, Papa Ned "came out of retirement" (so to speak) to help out at our West Loop and Roscoe Village locations. Both Dr. Rosh and Dr. Ned feel so lucky and grateful to have him as part of their professional team.

During his free time, Papa Ned LOVES to travel the world. Be sure to ask him about his recent trip to Berlin or Prague! Next on his list is Italy he hopes! Papa Ned is known best for his culinary skills by the Skyline Smiles Family.His speciality is the "spicy wrap" which he makes in BULK for both offices! If you are part of our team, he makes sure you never go hungry!