Meet the Doctors
Proudly Serving the Community for Over 40 Years
Our doctors are pleased to offer beautiful and functional smiles to our neighbors in Tinley Park and the surrounding communities.
Samuel D. Kang, DMD is a proud Chicago native who earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology and Doctor of Dental Medicine degrees from the University of Illinois at Chicago. He completed a three-year advanced prosthodontics residency at UIC, specializing in esthetics, full-mouth reconstruction, digital dentistry, and implant dentistry. Dr. Kang then pursued an additional year as an Implant Fellow with the Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, sponsored by Dentsply Sirona. During this time, he taught students and residents prosthetic considerations in implant dentistry while honing his expertise in complex implant procedures.
As a surgically trained prosthodontist, Dr. Kang provides both the surgical and prosthetic aspects of implant dentistry, allowing him to deliver comprehensive care and achieve the best possible patient outcomes. He is passionate about staying at the forefront of his field, participating in organizations like the Chicago Dental Society, Illinois State Dental Society, and the American Dental Association. An active member of the Spear Dental Study Club and the International Team for Implantology, he also shares his knowledge as a speaker for the Straumann Group.
When he’s not in the office, Dr. Kang enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters. On weekends, they often explore Chicago’s neighborhoods, try new activities, and keep the kids entertained with fun family adventures.
Charles H. Goodman, DDS, MS, is a board-certified periodontist who has practiced for over 40 years. Originally from a Maryland suburb of Washington, DC, he is a graduate of the University of Maryland with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. He pursued his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Maryland School of Dentistry, graduating magna cum laude, second in his class. He went on to obtain his specialty degree in periodontics from the University of Iowa, where he also received a Master of Science in Periodontology from the prestigious Dows Institute of Dental Research.
Upon graduation from his specialty training, Dr. Goodman joined the faculty at Northwestern University School of Dentistry as an Assistant Professor of Periodontics. He taught full time in both the undergraduate and graduate clinics while publishing original research on the microbiology and immunology of periodontitis. He ultimately became the Director of Graduate Periodontics at Northwestern, responsible for the hospital-based training of eight specialty residents annually.
Dr. Goodman has been in full-time practice since 1992, dividing his time between his offices in Lincoln Park, Chicago, and Highland, Indiana. He participated in directing the one of the largest dental study clubs in the Illiana area for over 25 years with more than 75 annual members. He is a member of the American Dental Society, Illinois Dental Society, Chicago Dental Society, Indiana Dental Society, Midwest Society of Periodontology, and American Academy of Periodontology.
Dr. Goodman has been married for 30 years to his wife Connie and has two adult sons, Michael and Brian, both Purdue University graduates. Michael is a technical and risk management analyst for an options trading company in Chicago. Brian has a master’s degree in history from Purdue University and teaches high school in Hobart, Indiana.
Dr. Maritza Perez grew up in the southern suburbs of Chicago. With over 16 years of experience and a special interest in cosmetic dentistry, Dr. Perez takes pride in the transformative power of a confident smile. She believes that a beautiful smile not only enhances appearance but also contributes to overall self-esteem and health. Driven by this philosophy, she dedicates herself to understanding her patients on a personal level, ensuring that each individual receives gentle, thorough, and comprehensive care tailored to their unique needs.
Beyond the dental chair, Dr. Perez is a devoted wife and mother of three energetic boys: Aidan, Bryce, and Luka. She finds joy in creating art, exploring her culinary skills in the kitchen, and embarking on adventures with her family