Ambrose J. To, D.D.S.

Dr. Ambrose J. To is originally from Akron, Ohio. He received his undergraduate degree in Biology at Case Western Reverse University in Cleveland, OH. Dr. To then completed his dental training at the Ohio State University College of Dentistry. After graduating, he decided to move to Maryland in June of 2002 to attend an Advance General Dentistry Residency Program at the University of Maryland, Baltimore. During his residency, Dr. To had an opportunity to perform advance treatments such as implant restorations, endodontics, and full mouth reconstructions. Dr. To decided to remain in Maryland and currently resides in Bethesda, but hopes to move to the Damascus area in the near future.

He believes in the newest technologies in dentistry and is always active in the latest research. Dr. To hopes to integrate his knowledge of dentistry with patient/doctor relations by educating patients with their dental needs.

Dr. To became a partner in the practice in 2005 and a joint-owner of the practice in 2009 with Dr. Sanjay Rajani. Besides managing the practice, Dr. To is also a Dean Faculty member of the University of Maryland Dental School in Baltimore.

Dr. To also has many interests outside of dentistry. He has been happily married for almost two years and expecting his first child in August. He is extremely active in golf and hiking. In addition, he has an enormous passion for music. He plays the guitar, drums, saxophone, trumpet, and clarinet.

Sanjay K. Rajani, D.M.D.

Dr. Rajani was born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. After receiving his Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.) degree from the University of Manitoba in 1999, he relocated to Toronto, Ontario, Canada, where he worked in private practice for two years. During that time, Dr. Rajani further developed his clinical skills in cosmetic and implant dentistry. He then received the unique opportunity to work among the Inuit population in Northern Canada. This experience not only allowed him to apply and enhance his skills in oral surgery and restorative dentistry, but it also enabled him to serve marginalized communities.

In July 2002, Dr. Rajani decided to further his education and began a one-year Advanced Education in General Dentistry Program at Howard University in Washington, D.C. During this time, he was exposed to new procedures and the latest in dental technology. Dr. Rajani feels that keeping informed of recent developments through continuing education courses will help him provide his patients with the highest standard of care.

In his spare time, Dr. Rajani enjoys international travel, music and participating in sports such as ultimate frisbee and snowboarding. He is proficient in Spanish and fluent in Gujarati.

In 2006, Dr. Rajani joined Dr. Ambrose To and Dr. John Schoeb as a partner in the Practice.

Amanda Baker , D.D.S

Dr. Amanda Baker was born in Baltimore, MD and grew up in Anne Arundel County. She attended the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill; where she played women's lacrosse. In 1996 she graduated With Honors and received a Bachelor's of Science degree. Returning to Baltimore, Amanda worked for the next three years conducting HIV research at University of Maryland's Institute of Human Virology. During this time, her twin sister was a dental student, and Amanda realized that she wanted to become a dentist also.

While attending the Baltimore College of Dental Surgery, Amanda was president of her class and was active in several honor societies and a service fraternity. She completed a geriatric internship where she worked in the dental clinic of a local nursing home. After graduation in 2003, Amanda completed a General Practice Residency at the Veteran's Hospital in Baltimore. She has valuable experience with treating elderly patients and patients with complex medical and dental situations. She is able to replace missing teeth by placing dental implants and is experienced in cosmetic dentistry. In July, 2004, Amanda joined the Schoeb office. It is clear she enjoys making people comfortable as they improve their smiles and oral health.

In 2005, Dr. Baker participated in a dental mission to Pavlosk, Russia. There she provided care to children in an orphanage for the handicapped. This year she was fortunate to participate in an Operation Smile dental mission to Hue', Vietnam. The trip focused on providing dental care and education to children in the rural areas and in downtown Hue'. Another goal was to work with the local dentists to show them new ideas and techniques. Dr. Baker presented a talk for local dentists at conferences in Hue' and Hanoi'. She is thankful to have skills and knowledge she can use to make a difference for others. She also enjoys traveling just for fun, snowboarding, making craft projects, and spending time with her family. She is a huge Ravens and Oriole's fan, and she also roots for the Tarheels. She is happy to be able to work in an office with so many friendly and caring people.

Christine Lee Kim , D.D.S

Dr. Christine Lee Kim has been a Montgomery County resident for over 20 years. After graduating from Walt Whitman High School, Dr. Kim moved to New York to study Biology at Cornell University. She received her DDS degree at University of Maryland Dental School and continued another year to complete her residency in Advanced Education in General Dentistry. She is an active member of the American Dental Association, Maryland State Dental Association, and Southern Maryland Dental Association.

Dr. Kim enjoys practicing family dentistry, especially treating children. She is a firm believer in teaching good oral hygiene right from the start. Dr. Kim also has great interest and experience in cosmetic dentistry and crown & bridge rehabilitation.

Dr. Kim has been happily married to her husband David for five years. They spend most of their waking moments chasing after their 1 1/2 year old daughter, Lauren, and their 105lb yellow lab, Bubba. Dr. Kim also loves to spend her time outdoors, especially playing golf. When the weather is not so cooperative, she enjoys her other passion: reading all the bestsellers.

John C. Schoeb, D.D.S.

Dr. John C. Schoeb was born in Riverside, California, although he considers himself a Maryland native. His undergraduate degree is from Tulane University. In 1996, he graduated from University of Maryland, Baltimore Dental School. Dr. Schoeb is currently a Board Certified General Dentist and Certified “Invisalign” Dentist. He has maintained his continued education in many topics which include implants and endodontics.

His special interest has been featuring the latest technology of dentistry to this practice. John believes that optimum patient care can be enhanced by communication. He believes that the dental arena has evolved significantly within the past few decades and the introduction of new technologies, materials, and equipment has enabled our dental office to provide a higher standard of care, improved aesthetics, and more satisfied patients.

John has introduced operatory computers, digital x-ray systems and cosmetic-imaging software to our office. Bridging the “old with the new” is a philosophy that has brought his love for technology with the existing 40 years of this dental practice.

In 2006, John expanded the dental practice to two other offices located in Charlottesville, VA. Upon doing so, Dr. Schoeb’s partners Drs. Sanjay Rajani and Ambrose To continued to manage the Damascus office since 2006 and became joint owners of the office in 2009 while Dr. Schoeb remained at the Charlottesville offices. Although the Damascus and Charlottesville practices serve as separate entities, the three offices share the same high standards of dental care instilled by Drs. Schoeb, Rajani, and To.

Richard J. Schoeb, D.D.S., Chartered

Founder of the Damascus dental practice in 1968, with a goal of bringing his patients the highest levels of excellence in dentistry to this area. He is a native of Maryland, and a graduate of Holy Cross College in Worcester, Massachusetts. Continuing his education and graduating from the University of Maryland Dental School in 1966, Dr. Schoeb was a dentist with the Air Force in Riverside, California for two years.

Dr. Schoeb is a member of the American Dental Association, Southern Maryland Dental Society and was a former member of the Chairman Ethics Committee.

Dr. Schoeb continues his education by participating in courses in Prosthodontics, Periodontics, and Dental Implants as well as other related dental topics such as OSHA Compliance and Practice Management. He has been recognized and listed in the “Guide to America’s Top Dentists” by the Consumer’s Research Council of America.

Richard J. Schoeb, D.D.S. is married, has four children and ten grandchildren. His personal interests are automobiles and sports.