Dr. John R. Thodos was born and raised in Chicago’s Northwestern suburbs. He received his Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from Loyola University in Chicago graduating Cum Laude in 1978, his Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) degree from Loyola University Medical Center in Chicago graduating Magna Cum Laude in 1982 and his Certificate in Orthodontics also from Loyola University Medical Center in Chicago in 1984. Dr. Thodos has been in full time practice in Orthodontics since 1984. He is a member of the American Dental Society and Illinois Dental Society, Illinois Society of Orthodontists, Midwestern Society of Orthodontists and American Association of Orthodontists.