A top-rated dental clinical team
Meet The Team
Dr. Parikh
Dr. Parikh
Dr. Aymach
Dr. Zaher Aymach is a top orthodontist serving the Lorton & Sterling, VA and the surrounding communities. He has over 10 years of national and international orthodontic experience and is in the top 1 in 3 board certified orthodontists in the country. Dr. Zaher is multilingual, and his high level of skill and attention to patient comfort has garnered excellent clinical skills with great chair-side manner. He is dedicated to creating beautiful, confident smiles through personalized care. He value his patients and takes the time to listen and answer all of questions so you feel comfortable and know what to expect. Dr. Aymach is a world traveller who can speak English, Japanese, and Arabic. His education is extensive and includes a Certificate in Orthodontics from Howard University College of Dentistry – Washington, D.C., a Certificate in Orthodontics from Albaath University College of Dentistry in Hama, SAR, Postdoctoral Dental Implants Fellowship at University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine, a Certificate in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery from Tohoku University School of Dentistry in Sendai, Japan, Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Orthognathic Surgery from Tohoku University School of Dentistry in Sendai, Japan, and Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from Tishreen University College of Dentistry.
Dr. Aymach
Dr. Zaher Aymach is a top orthodontist serving the Lorton & Sterling, VA and the surrounding communities. He has over 10 years of national and international orthodontic experience and is in the top 1 in 3 board certified orthodontists in the country. Dr. Zaher is multilingual, and his high level of skill and attention to patient comfort has garnered excellent clinical skills with great chair-side manner. He is dedicated to creating beautiful, confident smiles through personalized care. He value his patients and takes the time to listen and answer all of questions so you feel comfortable and know what to expect. Dr. Aymach is a world traveller who can speak English, Japanese, and Arabic. His education is extensive and includes a Certificate in Orthodontics from Howard University College of Dentistry – Washington, D.C., a Certificate in Orthodontics from Albaath University College of Dentistry in Hama, SAR, Postdoctoral Dental Implants Fellowship at University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine, a Certificate in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery from Tohoku University School of Dentistry in Sendai, Japan, Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Orthognathic Surgery from Tohoku University School of Dentistry in Sendai, Japan, and Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from Tishreen University College of Dentistry.
Dr. Sethi
Dr. Sethi
Dr. Kala
Dr. Garima Kala is an established general dentist who has been practicing dentistry in the United States since over 8 years. She graduated from New York University College of Dentistry in 2015 as a member of the prestigious Omega Kappa Upsilon Honor Society. She was the First rank holder in her graduating class of 2009 in IDST dental school, CCS University, India. Dr. Kala is passionate about treating her patients with care and empathy. She has trained herself extensively and continues to attend CE courses and workshops to expand on her knowledge to provide better care to her patients. She has attended Sleep dentistry courses, laser assisted dentistry workshops, esthetic dentistry workshops and Hiossen Implantology courses. Dr. Kala is highly focused at delivering high quality dentistry and is comfortable treating patients of all age groups. Owing to her achievements she was chosen as an inductee in Marquis Who’s Who of America’s 2023 Publication. Outside of Dentistry, Dr. Kala loves to travel with her family and has varied interests like singing, dancing and poetry writing. She shares a great rapport with her work colleagues and is very excited to be a part of Gentle Dental Care Team.
Dr. Kala
Dr. Garima Kala is an established general dentist who has been practicing dentistry in the United States since over 8 years. She graduated from New York University College of Dentistry in 2015 as a member of the prestigious Omega Kappa Upsilon Honor Society. She was the First rank holder in her graduating class of 2009 in IDST dental school, CCS University, India. Dr. Kala is passionate about treating her patients with care and empathy. She has trained herself extensively and continues to attend CE courses and workshops to expand on her knowledge to provide better care to her patients. She has attended Sleep dentistry courses, laser assisted dentistry workshops, esthetic dentistry workshops and Hiossen Implantology courses. Dr. Kala is highly focused at delivering high quality dentistry and is comfortable treating patients of all age groups. Owing to her achievements she was chosen as an inductee in Marquis Who’s Who of America’s 2023 Publication. Outside of Dentistry, Dr. Kala loves to travel with her family and has varied interests like singing, dancing and poetry writing. She shares a great rapport with her work colleagues and is very excited to be a part of Gentle Dental Care Team.
Dr. Sanam Kheirieh – Endodontist
Dr. Sanam Kheirieh earned her Doctorate Dental degree from Iran in 2005, where she worked as a general dentist for six years. After practicing dentistry and performing research projects, she decided to continue her career in the field of Endodontics. She received her specialty degree in Endodontics from the University of Maryland where she also earned her Masters degree in Biomedical Science. She continued to expand her knowledge alongside her clinical skills through research projects in the field of dentistry and specifically dental materials. Dr. Kheirieh has several publications mainly in the field of Endodontics and almost 500 citations. She has numerous oral and poster presentations at scientific dental meetings. In 2015, she was awarded “The Sherril Ann Science Endodontic Research Fellowship Award”, for demonstrating exceptional ability in the field of endodontic research. This award was granted for developing “Nanogel-based Scaffold in Endodontics”. Dr. Kheirieh is an active member of the American Association of Endodontics, International Association of Dental Research, American Dental Association, Northern Virginia Dental Society, and Endodontic Penik Study Club.
Natasha Sharma
Today, on my birthday, I find myself reflecting on a journey that has been full of love, excitement, and continuous learning. Life, with its endless experiences, has shaped me into the person I am today, and there’s no better moment than now to express my gratitude.
My Mother has taught me to be forever grateful for life’s blessings, whether it’s the presence of loved ones, a roof over our heads, or the simple acts of walking and eating. As humans, we often take these gifts for granted and one thing I have learned from my journey so far is to cherish those seemingly ordinary moments. Growing older has discovered the true value of things that costs nothing but holds immense value. Coming to the states as an international student from India on a scholarship to navigating a new world, each step has been a dream fulfilled. The decision to step out of my comfort zone was not easy, but with the right people by my side, the journey became an enriching experience.
At Gentle Dental Care, I discovered a family I never knew existed. This place has become more than a workplace; it’s a community aligned with my passion for helping other. The compassion we share in making a positive impact on people’s lives resonates deeply with me. Beyond my role, I found joy in engaging with others, advocating for dental health, and contributing to the dental profession in any way possible. As I celebrate another year of life, I am grateful for the love, the challenges that shaped me, and the family I’ve found in unexpected places. May this year brings more opportunities to grow, learn and spread the warmth of compassion to those around me.
Stefany Amaya (Admin Team Member )
My journey here at Gentle Dental Care has been insightful thus far, and that’s due to the fact that I’ve found a family here. I’ve met different types of personalities that people may choose to have and I’m glad to be able to see past the unpleasant parts, if any. I’ve grown as a person. I thought I had a grasp of the world before coming here but I was wrong. What makes us all here work together is that we all can actually understand people. We are not our bad day. I believe this is very crucial to dental practice, or any form of business because it helps us better connect with who we have a duty to help. Everyone’s happiness looks different. That’s what I’ve learned here. We continue daily to work together as a family does at home. As we should always try to do anyway no matter where we might find ourselves. In summary, we should all try to make the world a better place no matter how big or small your job title is. Actually, there are some people that do not even believe in job titles. No matter what you may believe, helping others is an essential part of life. Either by helping them get rid of decay in their mouth or passing better laws through the government, every small step matters. Anyway, I’m signing off now and I just want to make the word count. In conclusion, don’t beat yourself up as long as you work hard & celebrate harder. See you at Gentle Dental Care, you might not see me though because I might be in some back office room so you might miss me. 🙂
Stefany Amaya (Admin Team Member )
My journey here at Gentle Dental Care has been insightful thus far, and that’s due to the fact that I’ve found a family here. I’ve met different types of personalities that people may choose to have and I’m glad to be able to see past the unpleasant parts, if any. I’ve grown as a person. I thought I had a grasp of the world before coming here but I was wrong. What makes us all here work together is that we all can actually understand people. We are not our bad day. I believe this is very crucial to dental practice, or any form of business because it helps us better connect with who we have a duty to help. Everyone’s happiness looks different. That’s what I’ve learned here. We continue daily to work together as a family does at home. As we should always try to do anyway no matter where we might find ourselves. In summary, we should all try to make the world a better place no matter how big or small your job title is. Actually, there are some people that do not even believe in job titles. No matter what you may believe, helping others is an essential part of life. Either by helping them get rid of decay in their mouth or passing better laws through the government, every small step matters. Anyway, I’m signing off now and I just want to make the word count. In conclusion, don’t beat yourself up as long as you work hard & celebrate harder. See you at Gentle Dental Care, you might not see me though because I might be in some back office room so you might miss me. 🙂
