She earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree summa cum laude (meaning 'with highest distinction) at Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine. She graduated at the top of her class and received the Excellence in Care award while at Boston University.
Dr. Banavar adheres to the highest technical standards of patient care and enjoys seeing her patients smile confidently. She is passionate about providing superior dental care and is a perfectionist in making sure every procedure has an excellent result.
The doctor specializes in cosmetic dentistry, implant crowns, crowns, bridges, veneers and dentures. She is a certified Invisalign provider and has completed numerous patient programs to successful results.
She earned her Bachelor's of Science in Dental Hygiene from West Virginia University in 2011. She spent the next two years working directly with patients and expanding her skills as a dental hygienist while taking prerequisite classes for her doctorate. Dr. Matini then went back to school in 2013 to continue her education at West Virginia University, where she earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. She has been working with patients ever since.
Dr. Matini is passionate about helping her patients improve their dental health. She is dedicated to providing excellent care to every patient. Dr. Matini wants her patients to feel comfortable, listened to, and supported when they come to her for dental care. She treats every patient like family and makes sure they feel cared for.
She is a member of the American Dental Association, the Northern Virginia Dental Society, and the Academy of General Dentistry. Dr. Matini also loves to give back to the community, which is why she has participated in the 'Give Kids a Smile' program to help underserved children improve their dental health and confidence. She has also raised over five thousand dollars for the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry 's charitable program 'Give Back a Smile,' which helps victims of domestic violence obtain restorative dental work.
When she's not working with patients or helping her community, Dr. Matini enjoys relaxing with her husband and their two children. She especially likes spending time outdoors jogging with her children.
Dr. Tran graduated from Indiana University School of Dentistry in 1999. He returned to his home state, California, and practiced there for 8 years prior to relocating to Virginia in 2008. Dr. Tran is committed to learning and attends extensive continuing education courses throughout the year. Dr. Tran has focused much of his training toward Implantology (dental implants) and Root Canal Therapy.
Dr. Abril graduated from St. Louis University in St. Louis, Missouri where he received his degree in periodontics and Master of Science in dentistry (research). During his time as a resident Dr. Abril was a clinical instructor at Southern Illinois University. He would later practice privately for two years in Bogot, Colombia where he holds a degree in general dentistry. He continued practicing general dentistry in Northern Virginia for five years where he discovered his passion for periodontics and focused patient care.
During his periodontal training, Dr. Abril acquired clinical experience in all aspects of non-surgical and surgical periodontal procedures such as scaling and root planing (deep cleanings), bone grafting around teeth and implants, plastic surgery for teeth with gum recession and for teeth with poor gum quality, as well as crown lengthening procedures. He is fully trained in dental implant surgery. He has committed himself to improving the quality of peoples lives by treating the diseases that cause tooth loss and contribute to many overall health problems.