Meet the Doctors
Our doctors are pleased to be able to offer beautiful smiles to their neighbors in Washington, DC, and the surrounding communities.
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Samantha Siranli, DMD, PhD, FACP, earned her dental degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine and has completed several postgraduate programs in prosthodontics, which is dedicated to the cosmetic and functional restoration of missing teeth. She has achieved fellowship in implant dentistry, is trained in advanced hospital dentistry, and even obtained a PhD in research on dental implants. In 2010, the American Board of Prosthodontics awarded her the most prestigious award in the field: Board Certification (Diplomate) in Prosthodontics. In 2011, on account of her work, Dr. Siranli was invited to be a featured speaker at the board’s annual convention, where she presented her case to hundreds of colleagues from across the United States.
Dr. Siranli served as an associate professor, teaching and practicing implant dentistry and prosthodontics, at the University of Pittsburgh. Following that she was recruited to the Medical College of Georgia to teach aesthetics, implant dentistry, and prosthodontics. She has received numerous awards and is a contributing author to the book Esthetics in Dentistry. Dr. Siranli has presented lectures in aesthetic and implant dentistry at national and international conferences and is recognized as one of the premiere prosthodontists in the United States. She has been practicing general dentistry, aesthetic dentistry, implant dentistry, and prosthodontics for nearly two decades and uses the latest technological innovations in dentistry, including immediate placement and restoration of implants, computer-guided surgery, veneers, crowns, and new smiles in one day. In 2017, she was selected by her peers to be listed in topDentists™, which appeared in Washingtonian magazine.
Dr. Siranli and her husband have two beautiful children. When she’s not spending time with her family, she also enjoys playing tennis, dancing, and reading.
Stephanie Elam Simmonett, DMD, is a Georgia native. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology and her Bachelor of Arts in Spanish at the University of Georgia and obtained her dental degree from Roseman University of Health Sciences in South Jordan, UT. Upon her graduation, she was inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon, the most prestigious national dental honor society, based on her intellectual and scholastic achievements and professionalism.
Dr. Simmonett was awarded the International Congress of Oral Implantologists’ Pre-doctoral Achievement Award and scholarship in recognition of her interest in and commitment to oral implantology. She was also awarded a scholarship from the American College of Prosthodontics in recognition for Outstanding Undergraduate Achievement in the Study of Prosthodontics.
Dr. Simmonett is an active board member of the DC Academy of General Dentistry and an active member of the DC Dental Society. She is committed to continuing education to provide her patients with the best, most up-to-date dental care. When she is not practicing dentistry, Dr. Simmonett enjoys playing soccer and spending time with her husband, Andy, and her two dogs, Gizmo and Sophie.
Dr. Hong graduated summa cum laude from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry. She received the American Academy of Periodontology Award and was inducted into the Nu Chapter of the Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU) Dental Honors Society. Following graduation, she went on to complete a General Practice Residency at the Veterans Affairs Hospital in Salt Lake City, UT. During residency, she received training in implantology, oral surgery, intravenous and oral sedation, molar endodontics, Botox for myofascial pain, and cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Hong has wanted to be a dentist ever since she was little. She truly enjoys her practice and is passionate about bringing the highest quality dental care to every patient in her chair. She wants to redefine the dental experience by communicating openly with her patients, tailoring treatment to each patient’s goals, and aiming to make the whole process gentle and comfortable.
Erika Anderson, DDS, FAGD, is a North Dakota native and double graduate of Creighton University, earning her Bachelor of Science in Biology and her Doctorate of Dental Surgery. Upon graduation, she was awarded the Stanley J. Honsa Award for Clinical Excellence, the American Student Dental Association Award of Excellence, the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology Award, the Dentsply Tulsa Dental Endodontics Award, and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists Achievement Award. Dr. Anderson is deeply committed to continuing education and has completed over 500 hours. She attends lectures from nationally renowned leaders in the dental field and participates in local study clubs, collaborating with other dental professionals to constantly improve treatment methods for enhanced patient care. She was awarded her fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry in 2019, signifying her commitment to continuing education.
Dr. Anderson is an active member of the American Dental Association; the Virginia Dental Association, where she served as the Speaker of the House; the Northern Virginia Dental Society, where she served as President; and the Virginia Academy of General Dentistry, where she served on the board as the Parliamentarian. She was also awarded fellowship in the Virginia Dental Association, the Pierre Fauchard Academy, and the International College of Dentists. She has been honored by her peers as a Top Dentist in Washingtonian Magazine.
Dentistry is a passion for Dr. Anderson, and she has committed much of her free time to continuing education and service to the betterment of the dental profession. She approaches dentistry with compassion and strives to provide her patients with the highest level of communication throughout their care. Her pride and joy are her family, and she enjoys spending her time with her husband and their two beautiful children.
A graduate of Georgetown University Dental School, with extensive post-graduate training in diverse areas of dentistry, Dr. Liza Minovi has been in practice in the Washington, D.C. area for more than three decades. As an active member of the Academy of General Dentistry, Dr. Minovi has shaped her practice as an example of the industry’s best practices in dental technology and high service standards, accompanied by a “chairside” manner that makes a visit to the dentist something to smile about. Dr. Minovi is committed to patient education, the latest techniques and technologies, and the importance of dental health to our overall well-being. She’ll take the time to listen to your questions and explain the treatment options that are right for your dental needs and budget. Come in for a free consultation and see if we’re the right fit for you!
