Judith Penski, DDS, began her career as a professional dancer in New York City. After earning her masters degree in dance from NYU, she found herself taking an emergency trip to the dentist. Intrigued by the work her dentist performed, Dr. Penski moved to Washington, DC to attend Georgetown Universitys School of Dentistry. She graduated in 1983 and started this practice. Dr. Penski later met Dr. Margaret Irvin, and they became partners in 1993.
Dr. Penski is a member of the District of Columbia Dental Society, the American Dental Association, and the Greater Washington Academy of Women Dentists. One aspect of her work that she particularly appreciates is the nonverbal communication she engages in with her patients: She draws on her dance experience to help her connect without using words.
While growing up in Washington, DC, Margaret Irvin, DDS was passionate about science and art. She studied zoology at George Washington University, and later decidedto pursue a career in dentistry, which wouldallowher to balance cutting-edge technology with the art of reconstructing smiles.
Dr. Irvin is a member of the District of Columbia Dental Society, the American Dental Association, the Greater Washington Academy of Woman Dentists, and the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. She particularly values the opportunity to work with all age groups and families, and treating their specific needs. She enjoys connecting with patients in a nurturing and humorous way.
Dr. Irvin is married to her wonderful husband Adam Levy, and has two daughters Melissa and Micaela. In her spare time, she likes gardening, cooking, photography, artistic projects, and being with family and friends.
Dr. Donna Afshar received her bachelors degree in biology in 2004 from the University of Southern California. Shemoved to Boston to study dentistry at Boston University and graduated magna cum laude in 2009. After completing a one-year general practice residency at Montefiore Medical Center in New York, Dr. Afshar joined a private practice in Queens. In 2012, she moved to Maryland and has been practicing in thisarea since then.
Dr. Afshar is a member of the American Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry, theMaryland Dental Association, the Greater Washington Academy of Women Dentists, and the Greater Washington Academy of Dentistry.
Dr. Peter Farzin received his dental degree in 1996 from New York University. He continued his postdoctoral training at NYU, and completed a specialty in periodontics in 1999. Dr. Farzin specializes in comprehensive periodontal treatment, including implant placement, connective tissue grafting, and cosmetic root coverage procedures.
Dr. Farzin has participated in a number of national clinical investigations that pertainto periodontal plastic surgery. His most recent endeavor, in combination with Osteohealth Company, involvedconducting technique-sensitive bone grafting surgeries using Geistlich Bio-Oss and Bio-Gide bone regeneration materials. The video of Dr. Farzin performing these surgical procedures is now used by Osteohealth as a training tool for other clinicians.
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Rating 4.8 out of 5 based on 38 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestRobert Harris
2 years ago
Maggie Irvin has been my dentist for 18 years.
Peter Glass
2 years ago
Have been going to this practice for several years but they have changed. Made an appointment several months in advance and they changed the time without calling me. Excuse was i was sent an email ( landed in junk mail) On morning of appointment received call i was late when i was actually early for appointment i made. Tamika was rude and made zero effort to accommodate their mistake or apologize. Clearly could not careless about their patients.
Roberta Glick
3 years ago
I traveled from NM to see my " old" dentist because her practice and her staff have always taken excellent care of all my dental needs. They are well trained, thorough, kind, caring, etc. it makes going to the dentist a pleasure. As a result, my dental health has been excellent
perri iger-silversmith
3 years ago
Afraid of the dentist? Fearful of exposure during Covid? Me too, and then I had a tooth that had to be crowned. The skillful care and warm attention I received from Dr.Afshar and her assistant allowed me to feel safe and at ease throughout the entire procedure.Throughout the pandemic it was this medical office where I felt the safest.As important,the results were excellent.
Peter Glass
3 years ago
Have been going to this practice for several years but they have changed. Made an appointment several months in advance and they changed the time without calling me. Excuse was i was sent an email ( landed in junk mail) On morning of appointment received call i was late when i was actually early for appointment i made. Tamika was rude and made zero effort to accommodate their mistake or apologize. Clearly could not careless about their patients.
Barbara Geffen
3 years ago
I always receive excellent checkups and the hygienist is terrific. I love Dr. Afshar. She's recently wanted a suspicious spot reviewed by the specialist in the practice, Dr. Farzin. He saw me ASAP. He was great and assured me not to worry. I have lots of confidence in the staff in this group and recommend them to anyone looking for a dentist.
Liz Steinglass
3 years ago
Dr. Irvin is the best. She gave me a temporary crown this morning, and she was so gentle, caring, and careful. She has generously and thoughtfully given me her advice on many occasions over the years.
Kate Shulman
3 years ago
As always everyone was warm, kind and professional. I highly recommend this practice. It is truly the best!!!
William Geffen
3 years ago
Painless!
Laura Quinn
3 years ago
Supreme professionals with heart.
Roberta Glick
3 years ago
I traveled from NM to see my " old" dentist because her practice and her staff have always taken excellent care of all my dental needs. They are well trained, thorough, kind, caring, etc. it makes going to the dentist a pleasure. As a result, my dental health has been excellent
Barbara Geffen
3 years ago
I always receive excellent checkups and the hygienist is terrific. I love Dr. Afshar. She's recently wanted a suspicious spot reviewed by the specialist in the practice, Dr. Farzin. He saw me ASAP. He was great and assured me not to worry. I have lots of confidence in the staff in this group and recommend them to anyone looking for a dentist.
Sandra Miller
3 years ago
I've been a patient at PIA for 19 years, and wouldn't think of gout anywhere else for my dental care. Because they believe in quality care, and care about their clients, they attract the best staff in every position. With all that is required of them to consider to keep everyone safe during vivid, they didn't miss a beat in care or service.
perri iger-silversmith
3 years ago
Afraid of the dentist? Fearful of exposure during Covid? Me too, and then I had a tooth that had to be crowned. The skillful care and warm attention I received from Dr.Afshar and her assistant allowed me to feel safe and at ease throughout the entire procedure.Throughout the pandemic it was this medical office where I felt the safest.As important,the results were excellent.
Holly Boyd
4 years ago
15 years of dental excellence!
Kate Shulman
4 years ago
As always everyone was warm, kind and professional. I highly recommend this practice. It is truly the best!!!
Liz Steinglass
4 years ago
Dr. Irvin is the best. She gave me a temporary crown this morning, and she was so gentle, caring, and careful. She has generously and thoughtfully given me her advice on many occasions over the years.
Laura Quinn
4 years ago
Supreme professionals with heart.
William Geffen
4 years ago
Painless!
Sandra Miller
4 years ago
I've been a patient at PIA for 19 years, and wouldn't think of gout anywhere else for my dental care. Because they believe in quality care, and care about their clients, they attract the best staff in every position. With all that is required of them to consider to keep everyone safe during vivid, they didn't miss a beat in care or service.
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