D.C. Surgical Arts was founded on the belief that our patients should come first. Our team’s first commitment is to meet all of your health needs while ensuring that your experience is as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. It’s this commitment to excellence and service that has allowed our practice to grow! We are so grateful for our high percentage of repeat patients and those who have referred their family and friends.
A native of Baltimore, Maryland, Dr. Tien received a B.S. degree in chemical engineering from Johns Hopkins University in 1999. He then enriched his interest in biochemical engineering research and received a master’s degree in chemical engineering from Johns Hopkins University in 2000, before pursuing a career in dentistry. He received his doctorate in dental surgery from the University of Maryland, Baltimore in 2005, graduating in the top third of his class.
Dr. Tien completed his training in a 6-year oral and maxillofacial surgery program at New York University Medical Center, which included Bellevue Hospital Center and the VA Manhattan Hospital. He obtained his medical degree from the New York University School of Medicine in 2009 and completed one year of general surgery, where he was exposed to the fields of vascular, cardiothoracic, general and plastic surgery, internal medicine and the surgical intensive care unit.
Dr. Tien also completed a one-year accredited facial cosmetic surgery fellowship at the prestigious Institute of Facial and Cosmetic Surgery in Salt Lake City, Utah. He currently holds attending privileges at MedStar Washington Hospital Center. He is board certified in both oral and maxillofacial surgery and facial cosmetic surgery and a member of many professional organizations, including president of the D.C. Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.
Additionally, Dr. Tien has been a President of DC Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery since 2020.
Dr. Tien was a college athlete and continues to remain physically active when he is not in the office. He is also a big Baltimore Ravens fan.
Polina has over 15 years of experience in Oral Surgery Dentistry as a licensed Oral Surgeon Assistant. She started her career in New York and she is very grateful for her amazing knowledge and experience.
She joined the DC Surgical Arts in 2016 as an Oral Surgeon Assistant, now she helps Dr. Tien to manage the practice. She loves helping our patients with any questions or concerns. Seeing a happy patient is the most grateful accomplishment for her work. She loves helping her staff to learn and to improve daily work. Polina also speaks several languages: Russian, Ukrainian, Polish and English.Our office is so lucky to have her in our team.
Polina grew up in Kiev, Ukraine, at age 23 she moved to the US to reunite with her family. She has a beautiful daughter, who is in the USA Gymnastics Team, and she helps her to achieve her goals in Gymnastics. During her days off, she loves traveling, music, dancing and spending time with her family.
Gil Is passionate about caring for patients and making them smile, he loves spending his day interacting with patients and helping them improve their dental health. He speaks English and Spanish. he has been in the field for 11 years. His knowledge expands from administration to oral surgical assistant. A DC native, He enjoys traveling, loves fitness, investing in his business Gimalu Wellness – Cold Pressed Juice and spending quality time with his 4 years old son, Lucas. Gil has been with DC Surgical Arts since 2017.
Isabella is one of our youngest dental assistants. She started her career 3 years ago as a general dental assistant. Isabella decided she wanted a change and joined our office in 2021 as an oral surgeon assistant. With years of experience, her charm will make you feel at ease while on the dental chair. In her free time, she likes to spend time with her fur child Diesel, family, and friends.
Gabriela is our patient care coordinator and a licensed dental assistant. She has been an amazing member of our team for four years now. Gabriela is patient, kind and prides herself in making sure all our patients are perfectly comfortable when they come in for their visits. Gabriela welcomed her first child in May 2022, she enjoys spending her time off traveling and spending time with her family.
Karen is a compassionate hard working Patient Coordinator with over 15 years of experience in the dental field. As our treatment coordinator, she is dedicated to explaining and reviewing with
patients about treatment navigation and finances. Karen will help coordinate and explain any
concerns about insurance issues. Karen is a friendly, compassionate and caring person. On
her spare time, she enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends.
- Heather N.
Email: info@dcsurgicalarts.com
Phone number: 202-360-4032
Address: 4301 50th Street NW, Suite 200 · Washington, D.C. 20016
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