Meet Dr. Elizabeth Razdolsky Michalczyk

Elizabeth “Liz” Razdolsky Michalczyk, DMD, PhD has been an integral part of the Forever Smiles team since 2018. She earned her bachelor’s degree in neurobiology from the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. While there, Dr. Liz’s lab team conducted several studies into bone cancer biology leading to numerous clinical trials and therapeutic discoveries. She then completed a seven-year dual-degree program at the University of Illinois at Chicago, earning both her Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in tissue engineering & wound healing. Finally, Dr. Liz completed her craniofacial fellowship and orthodontic certificate in Atlanta, Georgia.

In addition to being a first-class clinical orthodontist, Dr. Elizabeth Razdolsky Michalczyk is also a renown scientific author, as well as an accomplished scientist, dedicating her time as the craniofacial orthodontist to Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago treating infants and children with cleft lip/palate disorders. Dr. Liz received the prestigious Recognition of Excellence in Research from her work at Emory University. She has also been nominated to the Pierre Fauchard Academy honoring excellence in dentistry. Furthermore, top journals including the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Journal, Scientific Reports (Nature), Wound Healing Society, American Journal of Physiology, Orthotown, and Dentistry Review have published Dr. Liz’s work in the bone regeneration, wound-healing, and orthodontic fields. Dr. Liz is a member of the American Dental Association, the Chicago Dental Society, the Academy of General Dentistry, and is an ambassador for the Illinois State Dental Society. Dr. Liz combines her expertise in the research field with customized, evidenced-based, and compassionate care to create the optimal smile for her patients. Her knowledge of the latest innovations and technologies ensures that Forever Smiles remains ahead of the curve in improving the oral health of our patients.

Dr. Liz brings a fresh and innovative approach to creating the optimal smile for both children and adults. Her research and clinical background, combined with her craniofacial fellowship and orthodontic residency, position her at the very forefront of the orthodontic field. Throughout her 16 + years of experience, she has established herself as a dynamic thought leader in the field.

Outside the office, Dr. Liz enjoys:

Staying active with tennis and fitness
Spending time outdoors with her dog, especially on the lakefront
Trying new foods from various cuisines and cultures from around the world.

Professional CV

Email: elizabeth@razdolsky.com

Publications

2022. “Changes in the Microbiome During Oral Wound Healing.” Dentistry Review.
2021. “The Importance of Interdisciplinary Treatment in an Esthetically Challenging Case.” Spectrum Dental Teamwork.
2021. “Fabricating a screw-retained PFM for an anterior implant following complex orthodontic treatment.” Inside Dental Technology.
2020. “Calculating theoretical torque loss utilizing rectangular and square-shaped archwires.” Orthotown.
2018. “Low Density Lipoprotein Receptor-Related Protein 6 (Lrp6) Contributes to Blood Vessel Regression in Dermal Wound Healing.” Angiogenesis.
2018. “The Role of Pigment Epithelium-Derived Factor (PEDF) as a Regulator of Wound Angiogenesis and Collagen Content.” Scientific Report.
2015. “Pigment epithelium-derived factor (PEDF) as a multifunctional regulator of wound healing.” American Journal of Physiology.
2014. “PEDF Impacts Extracellular Matrix Remodeling During Wound Healing.”
2013. “Interaction of PEDF with the extracellular matrix in wound healing.”
2012. “Deferoxamine Enhances Bone Regeneration in Irradiated Mandibular Distraction Osteogenesis.”
2012. “Quantitative Histologic Evidence of Amifostine-Induced Cytoprotection in an Irradiated Murine Model of
Mandibular Distraction Osteogenesis.”
2011. “Dose-Response Effect of Human Equivalent Radiation in the Murine Mandible: Part II. A Biomechanical Assessment.” Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Journal.
2011. “Amifostine Demonstrates Significant Cytoprotection in an Irradiated Murine Model of Mandibular Distraction Osteogenesis.”
2010. “Dose Response Degradation of Biomechanical Properties of the Murine Mandible Following Human Equivalent Radiation.”
2010. “Dose Response Effect of Human Equivalent Radiation in the Murine Mandible: Part I. A Histomorphometric and Biomechanical Assessment.” Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Journal.
2010. “Quantitative Histomorphometric Assessment of Regenerate Cellularity and Bone Quality Following Human Equivalent Dose Response in the Rat.”
2010. “Deferoxamine Treatment Increases Osteocyte Count in Mandibular Distraction Osteogenesis.” Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Journal.

Honors and Awards

Published Author: Recognition of Excellence in Research: Emory School of Medicine/Georgia School of Orthodontics – May 2022
National Institutes of Health (NIH): National Institutes of Dental Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) Individual Predoctoral Dental Scientist Fellowship Grant – 2014-2018
Pierre Fauchard International Honors Academy Merit Award – Chicago, May 2018
2nd Place Basic Science Award- Clinic and Research Day – Chicago, Spring 2018
1st Place Basic Science Award- Clinic and Research Day – Chicago, Spring 2017
International Association for Dental Research Award Recipient San Francisco, Spring 2016
2nd Place Basic Science Award- Clinic and Research Day – Chicago, Spring 2016
The Fourth Annual Meeting of the American College of Wound Healing and Tissue Repair: Scientist in Training Award – Chicago, Fall 2014
1st Place Student Choice Award-Clinic and Research Day – Chicago, Spring 2014
American Association for Dental Research Award Recipient – Seattle, Spring 2013
1st Place Clinical Research Award-Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Council (PRSC) Ann Arbor, Michigan
John F. Crikelair Research Award for best undergraduate paper Spring 2011
University Honors -Ann Arbor, Michigan recognized for outstanding achievement – 2009, 2010, 2011
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program Award – Ann Arbor, Michigan

Speaking Engagements

American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research Meeting – March 2022
Emory School of Medicine/Georgia School of Orthodontics Research Symposium May – 2022
Forever Smiles Annual Orthodontic Conference-Special Research Series – April 2018
University of Illinois at Chicago Pre-Dental Club-Keynote Speaker – April 2017
International Association for Dental Research-Angiogenesis in Wound Healing – March 2015
The Fourth Annual Meeting of the American College of Wound Healing and Tissue Repair – December 2014
Illinois Pre-dental Consortium – August 2014
American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) – September 2012
The Plastic Surgery Research Council 56th Annual Meeting – April 2011
The Plastic Surgery Research Council 55th Annual Meeting – May 2010
Forever Smiles Annual Orthodontic Conference: Effective vs. Efficient Evidence Based Orthodontic Treatment – April 2010

Community Outreach

Stevenson High School Career Mentor
Volunteer for pet rescue shelters-Forever Husky, Players for Pits, Border Tails Rescue, One Tail at a Time, German Shepard Rescue
Chicago Sister Cities International Member
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor: Give Kids a Smile Volunteer