Our Team
I love a great smile. It is the first thing I notice when I meet someone. I consider it a gift that I can give someone a healthy, happy, confident smile of their dreams. Dentistry, through its perfect blend of science and art, has allowed me to touch the lives of many.
Not everyone comes to see me professionally for esthetic reasons. Many people sit in my chair are struggling with pain in their head, neck, or jaw joint. Many people are struggling with poor sleep. Spending time helping these patients manage their pain and reclaim their lives in a non-invasive way is what brings me the truest sense of accomplishment. In this way, dentistry has provided me a deeply personal way to connect with and help others.
My dental journey has included my undergraduate education at the University of Rochester, dental school at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and a post-graduate residency at the AEGD at Boston University.
My husband Brandon and I lived in North Carolina for two years while he completed his MBA, and then we moved back to my home state of Massachusetts where we settled in Hanover. Over the years, Brandon’s and my family has grown to include our three daughters Mila, Maren and Macyn, and our dog Hunter. There is a real sense of energy, spunk and fun in our home and never a dull moment as we spend our spare time on soccer and softball fields, basketball courts, and with a close-knit group of friends. We adore the South Shore and truly enjoy the communities we are lucky to be a part of. Dentistry has enabled us to be a part of the communities of Hanson, Cohasset, Abington and Weymouth.
We are excited to continue to spread our “purple” presence across the South Shore as we grow our practices.
As our practice network has grown, I have had the opportunity to focus on the clinical aspects of dentistry that I hold close to my heart and continue to shape and maintain my vision for our dental offices and teams. Together, we are navigating the ever-changing dental landscape with the goals of providing the best care on the South Shore, staying at the cutting edge of dental technology and innovation and providing a great place for our teams to provide care. I love being a dentist and I appreciate the unique qualities and situations of everyone that enters our office. Dentistry is a team effort and we work very hard to make sure that every patient’s experience is the best it can be. I enjoy seeing all of our patients and look forward to meeting the new ones. Come be a part of our dental family and let us make you smile!
Education
Dr. Freeman received her Bachelor of Science degree in Cell and Developmental Biology at the University of Rochester. She went on to earn her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in 2005. Following her education at Tufts, Dr. Freeman continued her education at Boston University School of Dental Medicine, completing a residency in the Advanced Education in General Dentistry program.
As our practice network has grown, I have had the opportunity to focus on the clinical aspects of dentistry that I hold close to my heart and continue to shape and maintain my vision for our dental offices and teams. Together, we are navigating the ever-changing dental landscape with the goals of providing the best care on the South Shore, staying at the cutting edge of dental technology and innovation and providing a great place for our teams to provide care. I love being a dentist and I appreciate the unique qualities and situations of everyone that enters our office. Dentistry is a team effort and we work very hard to make sure that every patient’s experience is the best it can be. I enjoy seeing all of our patients and look forward to meeting the new ones. Come be a part of our dental family and let us make you smile!
Education
Dr. Freeman received her Bachelor of Science degree in cell and developmental biology at the University of Rochester. She went on to earn her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in 2005. Following her education at Tufts, Dr. Freeman continued her education at Boston University School of Dental Medicine, completing a residency in the Advanced Education in General Dentistry program. Dr. Freeman’s Dental Memberships:
Dr. Shivani Shirgavi fell in love with the Boston area after graduating from college, and since then, she has become firmly established in our friendly local community. Her kind, caring, sunny nature and gentle touch are extremely reassuring for our families and younger patients.
Dr. Shirgavi is especially passionate about preventive dental care and finds it extremely rewarding when she can help children and adults understand their dental health and the positive effect good dental health can have on general health. When not caring for her patients, Dr. Shirgavi can frequently be found at the Quincy Animal Shelter. As a committed animal lover, Dr. Shirgavi volunteers at the shelter every weekend. She also enjoys the arts, music, traveling and relaxing with a good book.
Dr. Shirgavi graduated with her degree in dentistry from VS Dental College in Bangalore, India, before completing her Advanced Standing Program at Boston University School of Dental Medicine.
Dr. Darmetko was born and raised on the South Shore and is excited to be serving the communities she knows and loves. Dr. Darmetko graduated from University of Massachusetts Amherst with a degree in kinesiology and continued on to achieve her Doctor of Dental Medicine at Tufts University, graduating in 2018. While at Tufts, Dr. Darmetko spent much of her time volunteering for the American Association of Developmental Medicine and Dentistry, advocating for patients with special dental needs.
She was the recipient of the Peter Vouras Jr. Excellence in General Dentistry senior prize fund and was also a member of the student research fellowship program. Dr. Darmetko is dedicated to creating trusting and long-lasting relationships with her patients with an emphasis on oral health and overall health and well-being. She is committed to constantly expanding her knowledge and staying current on the latest techniques through continuing education.
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Darmetko enjoys spending time with her family and friends, staying active, cooking, and rooting for the Boston sports teams.
Dr. Murphy is a Boston native and is excited to be returning home after living in New York. She graduated from the University of Richmond with a B.S. in Biology in 2013 and went on to receive her dental degree at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in 2019. While at Tufts, Dr. Murphy served as the Vice President of the Tufts Chapter of the Academy of General Dentistry and took part in various volunteer opportunities.
In her senior year, Dr. Murphy was selected to be a Clinical Teaching Assistant in both the Emergency and Radiology Clinics, which were opportunities she wholeheartedly enjoyed. After receiving her dental degree, Dr. Murphy completed a General Practice Residency through Mt. Sinai Hospital at the James J. Peters Veterans Medical Center in the Bronx, New York, providing her with experience in complex restorative dentistry, implants, root canal procedures, and oral surgery.
When not focused on dentistry and her patients, Dr. Murphy likes to spend time outdoors in the Berkshires or Cape Cod and to spend time with her family and friends.
Dr. Murphy is a member of the American Dental Association, the Massachusetts Dental Society, and the Academy of General Dentistry.
Dr. Rebekah Collins is passionate about serving her patients with integrity and providing excellent, long-lasting dental care. Her dental career started at the front desk of an oral surgery office in Tampa, Florida, where her friendly smile was the first thing you saw when you walked through the door. She later went on to attend dental school at A.T. Still University in Mesa, Arizona. She was recognized with honors for her exceptional clinical, leadership and merit skills. Her dental school training allowed her to pursue whole person healthcare and respectfully earn a certificate of public health with a dental emphasis. During her time in school, she completed five external rotations at community health centers across the nation, where she gained extensive hands-on training in the field of dentistry while treating the underserved.
After dental school, Dr. Collins attended an advanced education of general dentistry program at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia, where she received advanced training in treatment planning and complex restorative dental treatment. Dr. Collins sees the artistry in dentistry and is known for her compassionate chairside manner. She has experience in all aspects of general dentistry including crowns, bridges, removable dentures, implant restorations, extractions, root canals and teeth whitening, and she is Invisalign® certified.
Dr. Collins recently married her longtime partner Andrew, who she lovingly calls her 24-hour tech support. They are both big foodies that are new to the Boston area and cannot wait to explore new places!
Dr. Lyndsay Park, originally from Southern California, is excited to serve her new community in the South Shore. Dr. Park has had a special interest in dentistry since childhood, drawn to the field due to its unique melding of science and art. She set off with the long-term goal of becoming a dentist.
Dr. Park graduated from the University of California, Berkeley with a B.S. in nutritional science with a focus in physiology and metabolism. She then went on to earn her M.S. in cell and molecular biology from Tulane University. Dr. Park moved to Boston to fulfill her lifelong dream of becoming a dentist at Tufts University where she earned her D.M.D. To further continue her dental education, Dr. Park earned her certification in the advanced education of general dentistry through NYU Langone Hospital in Brooklyn, NY. While completing her residency, she honed her skills in treatment planning, managing complex dental cases, and helping patients overcome their dental anxiety. Dr. Park loved her time in Boston so much that she decided to return to the Boston area to practice general dentistry.
Nothing makes Dr. Park happier than helping her patients develop and maintain their oral health. Dr. Park strives to provide a relaxing and welcoming atmosphere for each patient, and communicating with them about their specific needs and concerns.
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Park enjoys spending time with her friends and family, reading, playing the piano, and attempting to teach tricks to her cat Archibald.
Dr. Park can’t wait to meet you and join you on your oral health journey!
Dr. Schiano is a specialist in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics. He completed his orthodontic training at the Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine in 2018. Prior to returning to residency, Dr. Schiano was a clinical assistant professor at Boston University and practiced and taught general dentistry for almost a decade. His service to the community goes unmatched. Dr. Schiano worked tirelessly for over five years to help form the Boston District of the Massachusetts Dental Society.
A 2010 graduate of the MDS Leadership Institute, he was awarded the Massachusetts Dental Society’s “10 Under Ten” Award in 2011. He also received the 2011 American Dental Association’s Award for International Service for his leadership in Project Stretch, an international pediatric dental service organization, of which he is an active board member. In 2014, Dr. Schiano was named one of four MDS “William McKenna Volunteer Heroes.”
When not spending time at the office with his patients, Dr. Schiano enjoys yoga, going to the movies, and eating good food with his closest family and friends.
Dr. Marci Mazzuca was born and raised in Toronto, Ontario Canada. During her time in Canada, she attended the University of Western Ontario, known for its strong science and research facilities. It is there she received a Bachelor of Science degree in the Honors Biology program. After being offered a position at the Goldman School of Dental Medicine, Dr. Mazzuca transitioned to Boston to complete her doctorate in dentistry in 2008 where she graduated magnum cum laude and received an award for outstanding oral diagnosis.
Following graduation, Dr. Mazzuca furthered her dental education at the Goldman School of Dental Medicine and completed a one-year post-doctoral program receiving a certificate in Advanced Education in General Dentistry. She then continued on to complete a three-year Master’s of Science and specialty in the field of Endodontics. Upon her graduation in 2012, Dr. Mazzuca received her Fellowship distinction in addition to Board Certification in the field of Endodontics in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Throughout her career, Dr. Mazzuca has practiced alongside several colleagues in both Endodontic specialty practices as well as multi-specialty dental practices with strong emphasis on comprehensive patient care. She currently practices in Massachusetts and Rhode Island and is a member of the American Association of Endodontics, the Canadian Association of Endodontics, Massachusetts Dental Society, and the Royal College of Dentists of Canada. Dr. Mazzuca was recently voted among her colleagues as one of the top Endodontists in the state of Rhode Island.
Dr. Mazzuca takes great pride in creating a relaxing, comfortable, and pain free experience for all of those under her endodontic care.
In her spare time, Dr. Mazzuca volunteers as a teaching faculty in the post-doctoral Endodontics program at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. Outside of the dental office Dr. Mazzuca stays active through a variety of outdoor activities and sports and experimenting in the kitchen with new cuisines.
Dr. Wonwoo Jang is a practicing periodontist and clinical instructor at Columbia University. He is certified in LANAP therapy and pinhole therapy, which he provides at Beyond Dental Health in Weymouth. He is a graduate of Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, where he earned his DDS. Dr. Jang continued his education at Harvard School of Dental Medicine where he became a DMSC Candidate. He earned his BS in Biochemistry at University of California, at Los Angeles. Dr. Jang is fluent in Korean.
Ann has been a dental assistant for over 20 years. She loves helping patients overcome their fears and achieve the smile that they have always wanted.
When not working, she enjoys spending time with family and friends.
As a hygienist, Becky is very passionate about helping people understand the importance of their oral health. She loves what she does and is excited about growing with the team at Beyond Dental Health of Cohasset.
When she is not working with our dentists, Becky enjoys running, relaxing at the beach and spending time with her family. Becky and her husband enjoy traveling, camping and snowboarding.
Dionisia is a bilingual dental hygienist. She has over 15 years of experience in the medical field including 3 years of dentistry. She’s excited to work with the team in providing exceptional patient care. Dionisia is committed to educating and advocating for her patients, while maintaining trust and respect between patients and coworkers.
She comes from a very big but close family. During her free time, she likes to spend it with them playing spades and Family Feud at the family cookouts.
Meghan is happy to be in the dental field as a Patient Care Coordinator. She enjoys getting to know the patients and hopes to make their experience pleasant!
Outside of work, Meghan enjoys spending time with her family and friends, running and traveling.
Haley Browne is a new hygienist from Plympton MA with a Bachelors degree in Biochemistry and Dental Hygiene from MCPHS. She enjoys anything outdoors and loves coffee and Italian food.
Jonathan has been a dental assistant since 2016. His favorite part of his job is being able to help patients leave with a happy and healthy smile.
Outside of the office, he loves spending time camping, playing with his dog and spending time with friends and family.
Jenna graduated from Porter and Chester Institute in 2020. She always wanted to be in a field to help people. When she started to learn the dental field she really enjoyed it.
Her favorite part of the job is interacting with patients and helping make their experience a good one. On her spare time she loves to spend time with her friends, family, her boyfriend, and her pets. Spending time outside, traveling, working out, dancing, and watching movies.
Kayla attended Lincoln Tech for dental assisting. Dental assisting has given Kayla the knowledge of dental procedures to be able to answer patient questions over the phone and at the front desk.
Kayla loves being able to help patients feel comfortable and leave with a smile.
Luise graduated from Cape Cod Community College with an Associate’s degree in Dental Hygiene. She loves helping patients maintain a healthy mouth and strives to make routine dental visits comfortable and relaxing.
In her spare time Luise enjoys yoga and playing with her golden retriever.
Maria has been a dental assistant for over 20 years. She enjoys educating patients about the importance of healthy oral hygiene.
In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, 4 children and 2 granddaughters while babying her 2 dogs Buster and Bella.
Marlo is a graduate of the Forsyth Dental Hygiene Program at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. She also holds a license to administer local anesthesia.
Marlo loves getting to know her patients and educating them on ways to better their oral health. In her free time Marlo loves to spend time with her friends, read, spend time outside, and go on vacations.
Alicia Hathaway graduated from Cape Cod Community College with her associates in Dental Hygiene. She also have an associates degree in Early Childhood. Alicia enjoys spending time with friends, her dog Josie and husband. She loves to take frequent weekend trips to Maine.
Ruth was born in Fogo in Cape Verde and came to the United States when she was 7 years old. When she was 8, she had an amazing dental assistant and knew then she wanted to be a dental assistant.
Ruth married her high school sweetheart and now has 3 children. During her free time, she likes to work out and spend time with her family.
Sara graduated with her Bachelor of Science in dental hygiene from the Forsyth School of Dental Hygiene program at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences University.
She enjoys working closely with patients to help them maintain healthy smiles. Her goal is to put patients at ease and promote a comfortable environment during their visits. In her free time, Sara enjoys going to the beach and spending time with her family.
Samantha joined our team in June 2020 and comes to us with over 11 years of dental experience. She started her career as a Certified Dental Assistant and although her role in the field has transitioned to over the years she is still very passionate about providing quality dental care to patients. Samantha leads our Hanson office and is also responsible for training our new admin team members.
Outside of the office, Samantha spends her time with her husband Derrick, their 4 young children and new puppy Titan.
Kayla joined our team in 2022. She comes to us with 3 years of Dental Experience, including a strong insurance background. As the newest member of the Hanson team, she looks forward to seeing you at your next visit. Outside of work she spends time with her young son, traveling, and line dancing.
Theresa has been working as a Certified Dental assistant for over 15 years and loves being a part of Beyond Dental Health. Her favorite part of her job is seeing her patients leave with a smile and helping them understand the importance of oral health.
When outside of the office Theresa loves spending as much time outdoors and with her family.
Theresa is committed and passionate about exceptional patient care. After she graduated from the Massasoit Dental Assisting program, she furthered her education by taking the Dental Assisting National Board exams.
Theresa believes in continuing her education and always strives to exceed patients’ expectations to give them a positive experience. She fully enjoys being a part of creating healthy, beautiful, and confident smiles.
Vy attended the Forsyth School of Dental Hygiene program at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences University. She graduated with her Bachelor of Science in dental hygiene.
Vy loves how supportive and helpful every member of the team is and strives to provide her patients with the greatest care and oral health education. Vy loves spending quality time with her family and friends on days off and enjoys going to the movies and trying out new restaurants with great food!
Jessica has always wanted to be a dental hygienist to educate people on the importance of oral health and to be a part of making people smile. Jessica has taken classes to start her dental hygiene degree but switched to obtain her Business Administration Associates in Science at Massasoit Community College. She gained a lot of skills over the years and is excited to get back to her roots!
Outside of the office Jessica loves to spend quality time with her family and puppy Leo. Jessica loves to laugh, do creative DIYs with her son and spend time outdoors. She enjoys kayaking and taking her son and dog on new hiking adventures.
Ashley joins our team with over 14 years of dental experience, ranging from pediatrics to general dentistry, in both clinical and administrative positions. She loves working in dentistry because she enjoys interacting with patients and helping them understand all aspects of their dental care.
In her time outside of the office, she is currently pursuing her associate’s degree at Massasoit Community College with hopes to continue on to her bachelor’s degree. She loves cooking and trying new recipes, reading, traveling to new places, and spending time with her family.
Daisy is attending Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. She is currently on the road of becoming a nurse practitioner. Daisy has worked in the medical field for 2 years where she fell in love with dentistry and wants to continue to learn about it. She strives to make patients happy, comfortable and satisfied with their care. She is committed to making sure everyone walks out with a beautiful smile.
Away from work, Daisy enjoys not only watching the Celtics play but also playing basketball herself. She has a love for traveling and exploring the world.
Meg joined our team as the new Patient Scheduling Specialist. She loves engaging with new and existing patients and takes pride in being able to answer any questions or concerns they may have with their oral health, so they have a great experience with us. Outside of work Meg enjoys spending time with her friends and family, especially her 3 daughters and grandchildren.
Chelsea has worked in the Dental field for over 6 years. She enjoys educating patients about dental health and helping others feel more confident about their smiles.
In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and pets.
Carrie received her Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Hygiene at MCPHS. She has worked in the fields of general, periodontal and pediatric dentistry. She has also worked as an educator at MCPHS-Forsyth School of Dental Hygiene. Currently, she specializes in TMJ and sleep therapy.
Madly has been a dental assistant for over 5 years. She graduated from Lincoln tech and has been in love with dentistry since. She loves learning new things and lives by continuing education! Madly’s favorite part of her job is helping patients get into a positive mindset and healthy place for leaving with the biggest smile.
Madly enjoys educating people around her about dentistry & hanging out with friends and family. She loves trying out different foods and restaurants.
Jaime graduated from Everest institute in 2009 and has been in the dental field ever since. He loves all aspects of the dentistry field but mostly making the patients comfortable and helping procedures go as smoothly as possible.
Outside of work Jaime is a father and loves spending time with family and friends and his dog. He loves to hike and to be in nature.
Tash has been a dental hygienist since graduating in 2016 also licensed in local anesthesia. She is passionate about the total patient experience and loves working closely with her team to focus on earning patients trust, making patients comfortable, and confident she’s given them the best care for their oral health as it relates to their systemic health. She treats patients as she would a family or friends. Tasha enjoys traveling, volunteering, sunsets, photography, spending time with family. She’s a huge “Foodie” and loves finding new restaurants, and cooking.
Liz has been in customer service for over 20 years and is happy to be working in the dental field. Outside of work she enjoys cooking with her husband and camping. Liz has 2 adult children and 9 grandkids to keep her busy along with her dog Snowball.