Dr. Monika Govoni, DDS
General and Cosmetic Dentistry

Dr. Monika Govoni grew up in a little town called Jaslo in Poland. After her high school graduation in 1995, she and her family moved to Chicago. Dr. Govoni attended the University of Illinois at Chicago where she studied biological sciences. During her college years she worked as a dental assistant which inspired her to take on dentistry as a career path. She earned her DDS degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry, where she also met her future husband Dr. Robert Govoni.

After their dental school graduation, Dr. Monika and her husband relocated to Milwaukee, WI where he continued on with his studies to specialize in pediatric dentistry and Dr. Monika worked as a general dentist in a group practice in Wauwatosa, WI. Although they both enjoyed their stay in “the dairy country”, they missed their family, friends and “the windy city”. After her husband finished his residency program, they moved back to Chicago and settled in the East Village area.

Both working as associate dentists at Chicago and suburban practices, they decided to open a place of their own, combining both of their dental specialties to create a unique dental experience for kids, adults and whole families. Here - at Brushin’on Belmont, Dr. Monika and Dr. Robert’s vision is to help create a lifetime of beautiful and healthy smiles for their patients.

Dr. Monika Govoni focuses primarily on comprehensive dental care for adult patients, integrating the latest dental solutions for both treatment and prevention. Her use of advanced dental technology combined with a warm, caring atmosphere provides her patients with an approach to their dental health that is uncommon in today’s rushed world.

Dr. Govoni continues to attend advanced continuing education courses, concentrating on cosmetic and preventive dentistry. So, whether you are in need of regular cleanings, fillings, crowns, bridges, implants, periodontal care or are interested in a smile makeover- Dr. Monika Govoni and Brushin’on Belmont will provide you with the treatment handled with the utmost possible care.

Professional Affiliations: 

• American Dental Association
• Illinois Dental Society
• Chicago Dental Society 

Dr. Robert Govoni, DDS
Pediatric Dentistry

Dr. Robert Govoni started his education at the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology.  After graduation, he attended the College of Dentistry at the University of Illinois at Chicago, where he received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery. He continued his education with two additional years of training in Pediatric Dentistry at Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin in Milwaukee.  Dr. Govoni is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. 

In addition to practicing in Chicago, Dr. Govoni also associates in a pediatric dental office in Naperville.  Currently he has medical staff privileges at Children’s Memorial Hospital in Chicago and Edward Hospital in Naperville. 

Dr. Govoni is an active member in the community by sponsoring local little league baseball teams.  He has trained coaches in the proper management of sport related dental injuries and also has donated emergency dental kits.  In addition, he is a speaker and dental educator at local preschools and elementary schools where he discusses the importance of good oral habits with children to promote their healthy future.

He currently resides in the East Village area of Chicago with his wife, Dr. Monika Govoni who is our general and cosmetic dentist.  The couple welcomed their first child, Jenna, in the summer of 2007.

Professional Affiliations: 

• Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
• American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
• Illinois Society of Pediatric Dentists
• American Dental Association
• Illinois Dental Society
• Chicago Dental Society 

Hospital Affiliations: 

• Children’s Memorial Hospital, Chicago
• Edward Hospital, Naperville

Dr. Bozena B. Ligas, DMD, MS
Orthodontics

Dr. Bozena Ligas, or Brigette as she is known to her friends, was born and raised in Poland before moving to Chicago at the age of 10. She attended DePaul University, receiving her bachelor’s degree in psychology. After graduation, she earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Southern Illinois University, College of Dentistry. She continued her education with three additional years of training in orthodontics at the University of Illinois at Chicago. During her residency, she conducted research in the field of orthodontics, obtaining a Masters Degree in Oral Sciences.

Having worked with various orthodontic techniques, Dr. Brigette has experience with different types of braces and will spend the time to explore all the options and recommend the system that will work best for you or your child.

Second to orthodontics, travel is her other passion. She enjoys learning about other cultures and has visited many places in Europe, North America, the Caribbean and Africa, and is hoping to visit Asia next.

We are excited to welcome Dr. Ligas to Brushin’ on Belmont where we will continue to provide the highest quality care in an environment comfortable for children and adults.

Professional Affiliations:

• American Association of Orthodontists
• Illinois Society of Orthodontists
• American Dental Association

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