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Dr. Nada Elsadig Graduated Howard School of Dentistry with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree as a top performer of her class academically and clinically. She was awarded many honors to included top awards for prosthodontics, endodontics, and leadership skills. Practicing as a Registered Dental Hygienist for over 10-year, Dr. Elsadig provided exceptional dental care for thousands of patients throughout the Northern Virginia region. 

Her passion for dentistry inspired her to pursue a carrier as a dentist. Her philosophy of practice is “to gain my patient’s trust and put their dental fear to rest”. Dr. Elsadig participated in many local and global dental mission trips to provide dental care to underserved communities. She also published many articles in My Health Magazine a local health paper that provides health educational information to local communities. 

Francisco Rodriguez, DMD, shares his dental excellence with the families of the Falls Church, Virginia, community at Gentle Touch Dental PC. Prior to his work in private practice, Dr. Rodriguez spent eight years serving the nation’s finest sailors and the U.S. Marines as a lieutenant commander in the United States Navy.

Born and raised in Puerto Rico, Dr. Rodriguez received his Doctor of Dental Medicine from the University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus. He then joined our nation’s military forces and earned his postgraduate degree in Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) from the Balboa Naval Medical Center in San Diego, California. 

Once he completed his active duty commitment in February 2017, Dr. Rodriguez earned the Navy/Marine Corps Commendation Medal for excellence and impact during his mission. He’s currently fulfilling the requirements for a fellowship with the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD).

Dr. Rodriguez remains committed to developing his skills and expertise in the dental field with continuing education and current memberships with the AGD and American Dental Association (ADA). By enriching his knowledge and staying up-to-date on dental advancements, Dr. Rodriguez can provide his patients with proud smiles. 

When he’s not designing smiles, Dr. Rodriguez spends quality time with his wife, two daughters, and friends. As an avid sports fan, he serves his community in various mentoring and coaching capacities. His peers recognize him for his empathy, humble demeanor, and witty sense of humor.

Dr. Reza Tahernia was Born and raised in Iran, where he began his dental training at Shahid Beheshti Dental School, graduating in 1998. He later moved to Vancouver, BC, Canada in 2002, where he furthered his dental education at the University Of British Columbia School Of Dentistry, graduating in 2006. While in Vancouver he ran a successful dental practice while at the same time serving as a part time member of the University of British Columbia dental faculty. Dr. Tahernia passion for dentistry is evident in his extensive post graduate training as he continually strives to incorporate the latest technologies and techniques to his practice. While skilled at all aspects of dentistry, he is especially adept at oral surgeries, implants and root canals.

Dr. Pariana Tung  has been gaining clinical and research experience and working as an associate dentist since 2003, she has now opened her own practice to continue providing her patients with the personalized care they deserve. After being the top student in her class all four years of dental school, she graduated on the Dean’s List from Howard University Dental School in 2003 and is a member of Omicron Kappa Upsilon. She is a current member of the National Dental Honor Society. She aims to exceed clinical excellence and expectations. As a dental professional, she stays up to date on the latest technology in Dentistry in order to provide the most current treatment options for her patients. She has been recognized with the Top Dentist Award by Consumer Research Counsel of America. 

With several years of dental experience Dr. Pariana Tung strives to achieve excellence and build trusting and honest relationships with each patient. As a doctor she recognizes that her patients are all unique individuals who have placed a great amount of trust in her and her team. That is another reason why at Signature Smiles Dentistry there is a comfortable patient and doctor relationship.

Her kindness, humbleness, friendliness and strong desire for perfection remain unmatched among others in the dental field. Besides Dentistry she has extensive research experience working as a research fellow in Plant Biology and Biochemistry in University of Calgary, Canada. She received her M.Sc, M.Phil and Ph.D degree in plant biology. 

Her passion in research and dentistry has inspired her to provide the best possible dental care for her patients. Dr. Tung's strong foundation, knowledge and experience is derived from her excellent background in science, research and dentistry. 

In her spare time, Dr. Pariana Tung enjoys cooking, gardening, reading, spending time with her husband and two children, and sharing funny jokes with family, friends and even patients.

Dr. Gaitan Sr. and Associates provide orthodontics and comprehensive dentistry services. Dr. Gaitan Sr. is also fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish to better accommodate his patients.

Dr. Gaitan Sr. is originally from Peru. He graduated from San Marcos University Dental School in Lima in 1985 and became a certified Orthodontist from the College of Dentists of Peru in 1991.

Dr. Gaitan Sr. obtained a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree and completed Orthodontic Externship Program in 1997 at the University of Maryland at Baltimore. He then completed his Orthodontic Mini-Residency Program in the Department of Orthodontics at the University of Washington School of Dentistry in 2000.

In 2005, Dr. Gaitan Sr. was recognized with the TUMI USA AWARD in Miami, Florida, for his notable contributions to the Peruvian Community in the US and as an Outstanding Peruvian Professional in the State of Virginia. He treats patients at his practices in Virginia and works as an Orthodontic Consultant at his practice in Lima, Peru.

Dr. Gaitan Sr. and his younger brother Jorge were born in Lima, Peru, and were raised in a family with an attraction to Dentistry. Their father and mentor, Dr. Sixto Gaitan Ortiz, was an Orthodontist and their main inspiration. Together, they completed their studies at San Marcos University in Peru.

After their schooling, Dr. Gaitan Sr. moved to the US to pursue post-grad studies at the University of Maryland. Jorge remained in Peru and is a successful General Practitioner and Faculty Member at their Alma Mater. After additional academic and professional experiences, they decided to practice in different areas of dentistry with the quality and professionalism learned from their father.

Dr. Gaitan Sr. enjoys the beach life with family and friends. He is passionate of boating as well as playing the piano and riding Peruvian Paso horses.

Dedicated to general dentistry and helping patients achieve their smile goals through cosmetic dentistry services, Soo Yeon Park, DMD, is a highly regarded dentist. Dr. Park provides comprehensive dental care using the most up-to-date treatments at Maryland Smile Center in Columbia.  

After earning her Bachelor of Science in biochemistry from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, she received her degree of Doctor of Dental Medicine from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in Philadelphia in 2013. 

Professional Credentials and Membership

Dr. Park is a member of

• American Dental Association
• the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID)
• Maryland State Dental Association
• American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD)
• Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies 

Dr. Park completed her post-doctorate training in implant dentistry in depth  at 

• Rutgers School of Dental Medicine  

and became an associate fellow of 

• American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID) 

Dr. Park is also a registered provider of

• Invisalign
• SPARK 
• Kor Whitening system
• Glo Science whitening system

Dr. Park also completed her training and received  BOTOX® And Dermal Filler Certification from Aesthetic Medical Educator Training, in 2022. 

Healthcare service runs in Dr. Park’s family, and dentistry has been a passion of hers since she was a teenager. Dr. Park believes that “a good dentist makes people’s lives much better.” She gets her career fulfillment when one of her patients returns with a smiling face after dental treatment.

Dr. Park specializes in complex reconstructive and aesthetic dentistry. She provides crowns and bridges, full-mouth rehabilitation treatments, veneers, oral surgery, root canal therapy, composite bonding treatments, dental implants, and more. 

Outside of the practice, Dr. Park enjoys being with her lovely daughter who goes to middle school. Her hobbies include doing artwork and handicrafts. 

Hiba Zakhour, DDS, grew up in Fairfax County with an early passion for healthcare. She is a skilled general dentist who has a strong desire to serve her community, which she is able to do A to Z Dental Studio in Fairfax, Virginia.

Dr. Zakhour worked as a dental assistant during college and received her Bachelor of Science degree from the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. In 2012, Dr. Zakhour received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Howard University in Washington, DC. As a dental student, she volunteered with several organizations such as Give Kids A Smile and Oral Cancer research fundraisers.

After medical school, Dr. Zakhour continued to pursue her passion for dentistry by joining a general practice residency program at Coler-Goldwater Hospital in New York City. There, she received training in several areas of cosmetic dentistry, including implants, veneers, and Invisalign.

With her skills and compassion, Dr. Zakhour provides exceptional dental care to her patients. She stays current on the latest dentistry advancements to provide the best care for her patients. As a doctor, she recognizes the trust placed in her by her patients and truly values her relationships with them.

Dr. Zakhour is a standing member of the Virginia Dental Association and the Northern Virginia Dental Association. When she is not practicing dentistry, Dr. Zakhour loves to travel and explore new cuisines. She is fluent in English and Arabic.

Dr. Chang Yi provides award-winning dental care for Fairfax, Virginia residents at Fairfax Corner Dental. He brings over 15 years of experience to the practice, providing a comprehensive range of services from simple fillings to complex full mouth restorations.

Dr. Yi graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry in 2001 and has been in private practice as a general and cosmetic dentist ever since. He’s earned recognition as a top dentist by Washingtonian Magazine, Virginia Living Magazine, Northern Virginia Magazine, and the Consumer Research Council.

Besides providing quality dental care, Dr. Yi believes in cultivating a robust doctor-patient relationship to achieve optimal dental health.

Fairfax Corner Dental brings together the expertise of four exceptional dentists under one roof at its convenient Fairfax, Virginia, location. The team’s comprehensive service offering includes general, cosmetic, restorative, and prosthodontic dentistry.

The experts at Fairfax Corner Dental make your health and comfort the focus of everything they do. From the highly trained staff that greets you at the door to the state-of-the-art equipment used for your care, the practice gives you the peace of mind knowing you’re in capable hands.

The team uses a preventive approach to promote your oral and overall health. They encourage regular exams and cleanings, proper dental hygiene, and healthy lifestyle choices as part of your prevention action plan.

Every treatment plan includes cosmetic considerations, so your teeth look just as good as they function. As a sedation dentistry practice, the team also offers various levels of sedation to help you relax during any visit.

The dental professionals at Fairfax Corner Dental want to keep you smiling with a set of teeth worth flaunting. Call or click to set up an appointment with one of the experienced providers.

Dr. Negar Tehrani offers specialized prosthodontic services for the men and women of Fairfax, Virginia at Fairfax Corner Dental. As a prosthodontist, she specializes in dental restorations and full mouth rehabilitation.

Dr. Tehrani was born in Iran and raised in Turkey. She moved to the United States in 1996 to pursue postgraduate studies in general dentistry at Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine. She stayed at the university to complete three more years of intensive training and a residency in prosthodontics, holding a distinctive rank at the top of her class.

As a prosthodontist, Dr. Tehrani has expertise in creating and administering treatment plans for complex dental cases, especially cases involving missing or weak teeth. She restores oral function with restorations like implants, crowns, conventional dentures, and implant-supported overdentures.

Dr. Tehrani is also a certified Invisalign® provider. Her aesthetic dentistry and Invisalign services perfectly complement her prosthodontic expertise to help create beautiful smiles.

She’s an active member of the American College of Prosthodontics, International Congress of Oral Implantology, American Dental Society, Northern Virginia Dental Association, and other local study clubs. She values furthering her education and training to benefit her clients.

Dr. James Ryee provides expert dental care and cosmetic services at C & R Dental Care to residents of Centreville, Virginia, Vienna, Virginia, and Columbia, Maryland. With more than 17 years of private practice experience, he has vast expertise in general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and dental implants at all three locations.

He was born in Korea and grew up in Ohio and Maryland. Dr. Ryee graduated from the University of Maryland Dental School and finished his general practice residency at the university hospital. He currently serves as a fellow at the International Congress of Oral Implantology. He is also a member of the Academy of General Dentistry. This makes him especially qualified to offer you the latest in implant therapies to restore missing teeth and improve your smile.

Dr. Ryee is married to his wife, Jasmine, with two children -- Zoe and Matthew -- and enjoys playing basketball, biking, and fishing in his spare time.

Dr. Ryee works at both the Vienna and Columbia locations!

Daniel J. Lee, DMD, is a top-rated general dentist who’s dedicated to meeting the cosmetic goals and improving the oral health of every patient who sits in his chair. As the co-owner and one of the lead providers of Alexandria Total Dentistry in Alexandria, Virginia, he offers a complete range of preventative, cosmetic, and restorative dental services to adult patients from the greater Washington area.

Dr. Lee’s expertise extends to all areas of dentistry, ranging from routine cleanings and exams to advanced dental restorations and smile-changing orthodontics. He believes that maintaining optimal oral health is an ongoing, interactive process that involves regular preventive care, patient education, and healthy lifestyle choices.

Born in Washington, Dr. Lee spent much of his childhood in a home dental office alongside his father, Dong S. Lee, DDS. When his family moved to Virginia in 1995, he attended St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes School, a college preparatory school in Alexandria.

Dr. Lee obtained his undergraduate degree in biology from the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. In 2014, he earned his Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry degree from the Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine at Boston University.

Dr. Wonje Cha is a specialist in dental implants and cosmetic dentistry who offers his services at the three locations of C & R Dental Care to residents of Centreville, Virginia, Vienna, Virginia, and Columbia, Maryland. After graduating from the University of Maryland Dental School, he received advanced training in general dentistry, oral surgery, and root canal treatments from York Hospital in Pennsylvania. He then relocated to Reston, Virginia, and worked for a group practice, where he gained vast knowledge in cosmetic dentistry and dental implants.

In 2003, he teamed up with Dr. James Ryee to open a private practice in Virginia, which has now expanded to three locations.

Dr. Cha is continuously motivated to learn new methods of treatment and techniques in dentistry. Dr. Cha is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry and a fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantology. He’s happily married with two children and enjoys hiking and biking in his free time.

Dr. Cha works at both the Vienna and Centreville locations!

With over 20 years of excellence in dentistry, Dr. Gianandrea Wotfe is a highly skilled and compassionate professional dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. Originally from São Paulo, Brazil, she earned her dental degree in 1999 and specialized in Periodontics in 2000. For nearly two decades, Dr. Wotfe honed her expertise in a prestigious hospital environment, providing specialized dental care for post-transplant and cancer patients, ensuring their oral health in the most delicate and challenging conditions.

Her passion for continuous learning brought her to the United States, where she completed advanced postgraduate training at Community Smiles/Florida Institute for Advanced Dental Education. With a relentless drive for innovation, she has pursued extensive additional training in:

• Laser Therapy – International Academy for Lasers in Dentistry
• TMJ Dysfunction & Orofacial Pain – Instituto da Cabeça, UNIFESP/SP
• Conscious Sedation (Nitrous Sedation) – ABENO
• Implant Dentistry – University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
• Invisalign Certified Provider – Invisalign Aligners
• Digital Smile Design – Digital Smile Design Academy

Dr. Wotfe is an active member of leading global dental organizations, including the International Team for Implantology (ITI - Straumann), American Dental Association (ADA), and Northern Virginia Dental Society (NVDS/VA). Beyond her clinical expertise, she is a published author in professional journals, contributes as a peer reviewer, and dedicates time to volunteering for underserved communities.

What truly sets Dr. Wotfe apart is her gentle approach and unwavering commitment to patient comfort. She believes that "dentistry should never be about pain and fear—it should be about care, precision, and trust."

Outside the dental office, she finds joy in reading, cooking, and exploring new destinations with her husband and two teenagers.

Dr. Jae M Chong has been Practicing in the greater Washington DC, metropolitan area for 20 years after earning a Doctor of Dental Medicine from the prestigious University of Pennsylavania, School of Dental Medicine in Philadelphia.

After establishing a successful dental practice in Centreville, Virginia (Centreville Dental Design) for over 15 years, Dr. Chong exteded his expertise to the vibrant Reston/Herndon community (Herndon Dental Design).

He has been committed to numerous continuing education programs, focusing on implant dentitry, orthodontics, prosthodontics, cosmetic dentistry as well as therapeutic/cosmetic Botox techniques.

Dr. Chong is an active member of the American Dental Association, the Virginia Dental Association, the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, the Academy of Osseointegration, and American Academy of Facial Esthetics. 

When not in the office, Dr. Chong enjoys singing in the concert choir as a member of the Washington Chorus. Also, he loves traveling with his lovely wife and children.

Dr. Deepa is a board-certified pediatric dentist who is practicing at Advantage Dental Care in Springfield, VA. Dr. Deepa has had over 16 years of experience practicing family dentistry and almost 10 years specializing working with children of all ages, always making sure patients feel comfortable and have the best smiles.

Dr. Deepa attended the University of California San Diego where she received her Bachelors of Science in Animal Physiology & Neuroscience. Her desire to use science to help others would lead her to do a couple of years of cancer research in San Diego and to earn her Masters Degree in Physiology from Loma Linda University in California. Her studies at Loma Linda University introduced her dentistry which was natural for her because she loves working with people and making people smile. She completed her Doctorate of Dental Medicine(D.M.D.) at Nova Southeastern University of Dental Medicine in Florida and came back to practice dentistry in southern California. After some years of practicing general and family dentistry, Dr. Deepa found her true passion which was working with children. Recognizing that she wanted to better serve the children in her community, she formally finished her pediatric dental specialty training at the NYU Lutheran Medical Residency site in San Diego, associated with Rady’s Children’s Hospital, so that she could work with all children including those with medical and behavioral special needs. Dr. Deepa is passionate about working with children early and at all stages so that they feel comfortable with their future experiences in the dental office and confident in their oral health, themselves, and their smiles.

Dr. Deepa is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. She holds memberships with the American Dental Association, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, & the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry as well as local memberships in the same associations and stays up-to-date with the latest advances in general and pediatric dentistry through conferences and continuing education classes to make sure that her patients have the best care available.

Dr. Deepa speaks both English and Spanish, and even some French. When she is not seeing patients, she loves spending time with her family and friends. Her hobbies include music, hiking, cooking, piano, and traveling. She is also a big Disney, Comics, and sports fan. Most of all, Dr. Deepa is dedicated to making sure her patients have the best experience so that they always leave smiling and have an amazing future.