Meet Our Team Members!

Our Doctors

Robert J. Tigani, DDS

Robert obtained his undergraduate degree from Georgetown University in 1980. He is a 1984 graduate  of Georgetown University School of Dentistry and he joined his father's practice that same year.  Dr. Tigani taught  part-time at Georgetown University School of Dentistry, is a Past President of the D.C. Dental Society, a Fellow  in the American College of Dentists, and a Fellow in the International College of Dentists. He continues to provide traditional cosmetic dental services and has a passion for truly getting to know his patients. When not in the office, Dr. Tigani enjoys spending time with his family, cheering on the Redskins, and waiting for the Georgetown Hoyas to return to the Final Four.

Katherine M. Tigani, DDS

Katie (niece of Robert, granddaughter of Pasquale) graduated from North Carolina State University in 2010 with a B.S. in Nutrition Science and a minor in Spanish. She obtained her DDS at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry in 2014 and went on to complete an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency program through East Carolina School of Dental Medicine in 2015. She has participated in several mission trips through Rotary International and works every Monday at the Catholic Charities Clinic in Silver Spring. She has dental licenses in DC, Virginia, and Maryland and is an active member of the ADA, AGD and DCDS. She completed an intensive dental implant training course in 2016 and provides implant services to the office as well. Katie loves spending her free time practicing or teaching yoga, chasing squirrels with her dog-ter Dottie, and cheering on the Wolfpack.

Our Hygienists

Anita, Shannon and Shabnam

Our hygienists are the BEST in the business!
​Anita, Shannon, and Shabnam are the team responsible for cleaning the teeth of all of our patients. Anita works at both of our office locations, while Shannon works at only the DC location. Shabnam works only at our Bethesda location on some Saturdays. They are extremely friendly, love building relationships with our patients, and will always greet you with a bright smile.

The Team

Anita

Anita joined the practice in the fall of 2016 as a hygienist in both DC and Bethesda. She enjoys volunteering and helping others by participating at the Special Olympics and the Missions of Mercy of Northern Virginia. She also makes delicious macaroons!

Shannon

Shannon lives in Maryland with her husband, two sons, and dog. She joined the office in the winter of 2020 right before the start of the pandemic, but she has been heaven sent and a perfect addition to our family.

Diana

Diana joined the practice in 1996. She has held her certificate with the Dental Assistant National Board, the highest level of certification, since 1985 and she is a fully licensed dental assistant in DC. Diana has training in expanded duties and is educated in all aspects of general dentistry. She has a wonderful eye and talent for shade matching, especially in the esthetic zone, and her smile will help brighten your day. 

Ana

Ana started with our office in 2006. She enjoys assisting at the front desk as well as assisting patients in the operatories. She is extremely kind and knowledgeable, and her amiable personality will help melt any anxiety away. She is also fully licensed as a dental assistant in DC.

Lorena

Lorena began working for us in December of 2016 and has been a wonderful addition to our staff in the DC office. Originally from the Canary Islands, she attended university in Madrid which is where she met her husband, a DC native. Lorena is an avid reader and loves spending her free time with her cattle dog Dakota.

Nicole

Nicole is one of our front desk staffers who joined us in December of 2016 after working in an oral surgery office for several years. She works in the Bethesda office where she helps. keep the schedule running smoothly. Her kind and calm demeanor will greet you every time you enter the office!