Dr. Adam Navabi and Dr. Iris Hirschfeld are committed to helping each of their patients achieve optimal dental health. Both are graduates of the University of Pennsylvania and both also hold another dental degree from Germany. In addition, both are trained dental technicians.
Dr. Navabi attended a residency in Advanced Education in General Dentistry at the University of Maryland and served as clinical instructor at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Navabi also completed a program in implant dentistry.
Dr. Hirschfeld acted as class president while being at dental school and graduated first in her class. She is a recipient of the prestigious Omicron Kappa Upsilon Award, making her a member of the National Honor Dental Society. Dr. Hirschfeld also attended a two-year program in adult orthodontics and Invisalign.
Both doctors are very experienced in the latest technology and materials in the dental field. They are members of the American Dental Association, as well as the Maryland Dental Association. They both take numerous continuing education courses annually to stay up to date with the latest innovations in dentistry. Both doctors are fluent in German and Dr. Navabiis fluent in Farsi.
Dr. Navabi and Dr. Hirschfeld believe that your smile projects a sense of well-being. Even a subtle change in your smile helps you to project an image of self-confidence and high personal esteem. Nothing compares to a healthy, radiant smile in conveying personality, uniqueness, and confidence. Their special interest is aesthetic dentistry. The finest cosmetic dentists are those who embrace not only the scientific study of the latest advances, but also have the artistic eye and skilled hand to created natural looking smiles. Both doctors have this unique combination of talents and unbound enthusiasm for the artistry of their profession.
Dr. Zdanowicz attended Dickinson Collegein Carlisle, Pennsylvania where he received a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Chemistry. He then pursued a career in the dental profession and selected the premier program offered at Columbia University where he was awardeda doctorate degree from the Schoolof Dental and Oral Surgery in 1990. His interest turned to national service and it was during his final year at Columbia that he accepted a commission as a Lieutenant in the United States Navy. In 1997 Dr. Zdanowicz began his periodontal training at the National Naval Dental Center in Bethesda, Maryland, and received a Certificate in Periodontics in 2000.
Dr. Zdanowicz received Board Certification (Diplomate status) with the American Board of Periodontology in May of 2001. After a 13-year career in the Navy he resigned his naval commission with many accolades and the rank of Commander in September, 2003. Shortly thereafter, he was fortunate to have been offered an assignment with the Air Force Reserve. In November, 2004 Dr. Zdanowicz began his association with the 512th Airlift Wing on Dover Air Force Base in Dover, Delaware. He is currently the Chief of Dental Services holding the rank of Colonel.
As a specialist, Dr. Zdanowicz focuses on the need for continued exposure and education to all new procedures and instrumentation that support the ideal patient outcome. He feels fortunate to have attended educational events in places spanning from Seoul, Korea to Tokyo, Japan and throughout the Untied States. His passion for periodontics includes an astute understanding of the contributing factor of occlusal disharmony in periodontal disease. Dr. Zdanowicz has studied at great length at both the Dawson Academy (Teaching the Concept of Complete Occlusion) and the Spear Curriculum Education Seminars. His approach is directed by the understanding that the many facets of complete dentistry coalesce so that his patients are provided a comprehensive diagnosis and treatment plan encompassing the full spectrum of the masticatory system.
We recognize that all of our patients are unique and deserve to receive dental care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented dental team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding dental experience every time you visit our practice. We are pleased to welcome you and your family, and we look forward to working with you.
Anita helps our patients to improve their oral health by providing a wide range of dental hygiene services. Most importantly, this includes education regarding the connection between oral health and the bodys overall health and wellness. Anita loves seeing the improvements our patients make in their dental health between visits. When shes not in the office, Anita enjoys volunteering and helping others by participating at the Special Olympics and the Mission of Mercy of Northern Virginia. She also loves photography and running.
