Linda Ricks, DDS, MS
Dr. Linda Ricks has been providing state of the art endodontic care to the Naperville community for more than 21 years. She attended Howard University where she obtained a D.D.S. degree in 1985. After practicing general dentistry for 5 years, Dr. Ricks returned for specialty training at the University of Iowa. Dr. Ricks completed a Fellowship in Oral Maxillofacial Radiology and received a certificate in Endodontics and a Master’s of Science Degree in Endodontics in 1993.
Dr. Ricks remained at the University of Iowa as an Assistant Professor, where she published articles and received a national award for her research.
She is a member of the American Dental Association, Illinois Endodontist Association, Illinois State Dental Society, Chicago Dental Society and the Edgar D. Coolidge Endodontic Study Club. She has provided continued education to other dentist within her community and the Chicago land area. She volunteers her time within the community.
Malik Algrouz, DMD
Dr. Malik Algrouz was born in Albany, New York, and earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) College of Dentistry. During his time at UIC, he was recognized with the Senior Student Dental Award by the American Academy of General Dentistry, honoring his dedication to comprehensive patient care and clinical excellence.
Driven by a desire to advance his clinical expertise, Dr. Algrouz returned to UIC to pursue a Specialty Certificate in Endodontics and a Master’s degree in Oral Sciences. His advanced training emphasized minimally invasive root canal therapy, microsurgery, and the integration of emerging technologies—particularly laser-activated irrigation and novel disinfection methods.
Dr. Algrouz has contributed to the field through research and publication. He received national recognition at the American Association of Endodontists (AAE) annual meeting, earning a place among the top ten highest-scoring post-graduate presenters in oral research for his award-winning presentation
He is pursuing board certification and remains an active member of the American Association of Endodontists, the American Dental Association, the Coolidge Endodontic Study Club, and the Chicago Dental Society. Outside of practicing endodontics, Dr. Algrouz enjoys weightlifting, running, watching sports, and spending quality time with family and friends.