About Your Dentist

Gregory Bob, DDS

Dr. Bob has continued his post-graduate studies including a one-year Implant Dentistry program at Howard University and Esthetic Dentistry at the State University of New York at Buffalo and the University of Minnesota. He has also completed Core Curriculum I - IV at the renowned Las Vegas Institute of Advanced Dental Studies. His practice philosophy is to provide comprehensive care to all his patients by closely coordinating treatment with dental specialists.

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Neda Etessam, DDS

Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry

Dr. Etessam is a pediatric dental specialist. She grew up in Bethesda, Maryland. After obtaining her Bachelor of Science degree, she pursued her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of North Carolina, one of our nation’s premiere dental schools. Upon completion of her studies in North Carolina, Dr. Etessam returned to Maryland and continued her post-graduate studies in the specialty of pediatric dentistry at the Children’s National Medical Center of Washington, DC.

Dr. Etessam is an active member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and strives to stay abreast of the latest advances in dentistry by regularly attending continuing education courses and seminars. Dr. Etessam is committed to providing excellence in pediatric dentistry and has been voted by her peers as “The Top Pediatric Dentist” in Mclean by the Northern Virginia Magazine. She was selected by the Consumer Research Council of America as one of “America’s Top Pediatric Dentists.”

Dr. Etessam now resides in Northern Virginia with her family. Being a mom herself, she has the compassion, patience, and gentle touch necessary to put children at ease in the dental setting. Her primary goal has always been to provide excellent care and outcomes in a friendly and fun atmosphere. Dr. Etessam is a true Redskins fan. She enjoys watching football, basketball, and hockey games with her family. She loves the study of foreign languages, traveling, and spending time with her friends and family.

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LaShaunda Seaberry, DDS

Dr. LaShaunda (Shaun) L. Seaberry graduated from the University of Maryland Dental School in 1999. After graduation, she continued at UMAB Dental to complete a one-year Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency program in July of 2000. After completion of this residency, she was awarded the Harry W. F. Dressel Jr. award given to the resident who best exhibits proficiency in general dentistry and the concept of total patient care. Since then, she has been in private practices in Maryland and the District of Columbia. Dr. Seaberry is dedicated to the practice of dentistry and cherishes the relationships that she has been honored to develop with patients over the years. She is committed to excellence in patient care and always endeavors to give her very best. She believes in life-long learning and always seeks to improve her skills by taking continuing education courses throughout the year. Dr. Seaberry is a member of the District of Columbia Dental Society and the American Dental Association. She looks forward to the opportunity to partner with patients at Fusion Dental Waldorf to help them achieve beautiful and healthy smiles.

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Vivian Sorkin, DMD

Specialty: Periodontics

Having completed her undergraduate degree in Philosophy at State University of New York at Stony Brook, Dr. Sorkin went on to receive her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at Tufts University. She then completed her periodontal specialty certificate at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry. Dr. Sorkin has practiced Periodontics for almost twenty years and throughout her career, has studied all aspects of surgery with internationally renowned doctors. She is well trained in advanced surgical techniques in dental implant therapy, complex bone grafting and bone augmentation procedures, as well as periodontal soft tissue plastic surgery. She takes pride in providing the best care for her patients with a kind, gentle, soft approach. Dr. Sorkin enjoys physical fitness, music, theater and spending time with her teenage son and daughter.

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Mohammad Tofigh, DDS, MD

Specialty: Oral Surgery

Dr. Tofigh completed his bachelor’s degree in biology at Towson University, graduating magna cum laude. He then attended University of Maryland Dental School in Baltimore where he again graduated at the top of his class (magna cum laude). He went on to continue his education in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine and Hospital in New York City. During this time, he received his medical degree and completed an internship in General Surgery. In addition, he traveled abroad to Bolivia and Mexico among a team of surgeons treating congenital cleft lip and palate deformities. Dr. Tofigh attended to patients at multiple hospitals in NYC, including The Mount Sinai Medical Center, Bronx VA, Jamaica Hospital, St. Barnabas Hospital and Elmhurst Hospital Center, where he was involved in resident training as an Attending as well, before returning to Maryland. Dr. Tofigh cares for his patients with dedication and professionalism. His professional interests focus on dentoalveolar surgery, third molar removal, dental implants, bone grafting, general anesthesia / IV sedation, corrective jaw (orthognathic) surgery, oral pathology, facial trauma and reconstruction and TMJ disorders. He is particularly interested in utilizing the newest technology in computer-aided surgical treatment planning to gain the highest level of precision and predictability achievable. He has coauthored a chapter in the text book Digital Technologies in Craniomaxillofacial Surgery. Dr. Tofigh is a part of several professional organizations. He is a member of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, and the American Dental Association. Outside of caring for patients, Dr. Tofigh enjoys spending time with his wife and their two children. He has a passion for nature and outdoor activities.

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Tiffany Turner, DDS

Dr. Turner is a general dentist who practices both restorative and aesthetic dentistry. She believes patient comfort and patient education are essential to providing quality dental care.

Dr. Turner completed her bachelor’s degree with a B.S. in Biochemistry from University of Virginia and was awarded an Intramural Fellowship award at the National Institute of Health where she was published in bone and cancer studies. She then earned her doctoral degree with magna cum laude from Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of Dentistry and completed a General Practice Residency with Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

In her spare time, Dr. Turner enjoys painting, drawing, sculpture, and playing the piano. Dentistry has allowed Dr. Turner to combine working with her hands and practicing health sciences in her career. Dr. Turner was born and raised in Maryland and currently resides in Alexandria, Virginia with her husband.

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Aaron Tadayon, DDS

Specialty: Endodontics

“Some pains are physical, some are mental, the ones that are both are dental.”

My Mission

“Provide the best possible care to patients with the goal of educating them on what is going on in their mouth so that they can do their part in preserving their dentition outside of the office.”

Education & Continuing Education

General Practice Residency
New York University Langone Health Brooklyn – Brooklyn, New York

Doctor of Dental Surgery
University of Maryland at Baltimore School of Dentistry – Baltimore, Maryland

Bachelor of Science in Economics
University of Miami – Coral Gables, Florida

Dr. Tadayon has completed over 50 hours of additional dental education and has received several fellowships.  

Professional Memberships

Dr. Tadayon is an active member of the American Dental Association and the American Association of Endodontists.

Life & Hobbies

When he isn’t practicing dentistry, Dr. Tadayon enjoys basketball, chess, and cheering on the Philadelphia Eagles and Miami Hurricanes. 

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Karthik Muppalla, DDS

“Your smile may be the brightest part of someone’s day, so wear it often and share it freely.”

My Mission

“My mission is to provide the best quality comprehensive care that I can.”

Education & Continuing Education

Doctor of Dental Surgery
University of Maryland at Baltimore School of Dentistry – Baltimore, Maryland

Bachelor of Science in Biology
University of Maryland – College Park, Maryland

In addition to his collegiate and doctoral studies, Dr. Muppalla has attended three semesters of graduate school at the University of Maryland and has also completed an advanced education in general dentistry residency at NYU Langone Health.  

Professional Memberships

Dr. Muppalla is an active member of the American Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry.