About Your Dentist

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.

“Be true to your teeth or they will be false to you.” – Soupy Sales

My Mission

“My goal is to provide my patients with the best possible dental care, as well as educate them about maintaining good oral hygiene.”

Education & Continuing Education

General Practice in Dentistry Residency
Montefiore Medical Center, Albert Einstein College of Medicine – Bronx, New York

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

Bachelor of Science
University of Maryland – College Park, Maryland

Life & Hobbies

Dr. Dhanda enjoys hiking and exploring nature on the weekends and loves to visit new countries when he has the time.

My Mission

“My mission in dentistry is to provide my patients with excellent care to attain beautiful smiles that last.”

Education & Continuing Education

Doctor of Dental Medicine
Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine – Cleveland, Ohio

Master of Science in Clinical Research
Case Western Reserve University – Cleveland, Ohio

Master of Science in Dentistry (MSD) Orthodontic Certificate
Saint Louis University – Saint Louis, Missouri

Dr. Shim is a diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics.

Professional Memberships

Dr. Shim is an active member of the American Dental Association, the American Association of Orthodontics, the American Board of Orthodontics, and the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society.

Life & Hobbies

When he isn’t practicing dentistry, Dr. Shim enjoys going on food adventures, reading, traveling, and playing tennis.

Education

New York University College of Dentistry - New York, New YorkDoctor of Dental Surgery

Rutgers Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences - Newark, New JerseyMaster of Biomedical Sciences

University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaBachelor of Science