Our Doctors
Pediatric Dentists
Dr. Anna Bak
Dr. Anna Bak graduated from The University of Pennsylvania Cum Laude. She received her dental degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine where she earned numerous honors including Valedictorian, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Predoctoral Student Award, and the Quintessence Award for Clinical Achievement. She completed her specialty training in pediatric dentistry at Yale-New Haven Hospital where she served as chief resident. Dr. Anna believes in tailoring her care to the uniqueness of each child and pairing her approach with empathy and patience.
Affiliations
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry , American Dental Association
Dr. Taryn Katz
Dr. Taryn Katz is a board certified Pediatric Dentist. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Barnard College with a degree in psychology. She then earned her dental degree from Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine and went on to complete her pediatric specialty training at Long Island Jewish Children's hospital. She is a strong believer in giving back to the community and has participated in several local dental outreach programs and even traveled to Chile to provide dental care for children in need. Dr. Taryn loves getting to know her patients and their families. She strives to make her patients have a positive dental experience and she feels lucky to help keep their smiles healthy and beautiful. Dr. Taryn lives in White Plains with her husband and three children.
Affiliations
American Dental Association, New York State Dental Association, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. Lynda Asadourian
Dr. Lynda Asadourian was the Chief Resident at Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, D. C. where she completed her Pediatric Dental Residency. She attended Lehigh University graduating Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts and then went on to earn her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Columbia University School of Dental Medicine. She graduated from dental school with various honors and awards such as being a member of the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society, and receiving the New York Academy of Dentistry Exemplary Professional Conduct Award, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Certificate of Merit Award, Delta Dental Student Leadership Award, and the New York State Dental Foundation Student Recognition Award. Dr. Lynda is also a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist.
Dr. Asadourian is originally from Long Island and is very happy to be back in the New York Metropolitan Area. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her friends and family, doing yoga, skiing, and playing golf.
Affiliations
Columbia University School of Dental Medicine Admissions Committee, Columbia University School of Dental Medicine Alumni Executive Committee, Lehigh University Young Alumni Committee, Nassau County Dental Society—Give Kids A Smile Committee and Membership Committee, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry—Council on Membership and Committee in Early Career Pediatric Dentist, New York State Dental Association, American Dental Association, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
Orthodontists
Dr. Lori Gitig
Dr. Gitig is a graduate of the Columbia University School of Dental Medicine, and earned her degree in Orthodontics at New York University College of Dentistry. She has practiced in both Manhattan and Westchester the last number of years. Dr. Lori Gitig lives in Scarsdale with her 3 children and husband.
Affiliations
American Association of Orthodontics, North East Society of Orthodontics, American Dental Association.