Pennsylvania Dental Group

Dr. Brad Pirok, D.M.D., F.A.G.D.

Dr. Pirok received his D.M.D. from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. He was a student practitioner in the School of Dental Medicine’s honors clinic, focusing on the treatment of medically complex patients. He performed clinical research on the specific effects of the HIV virus on oral health, as well as on the effective provision of dental care to patients with complex medical histories.

Dr. Pirok is a member of the American Dental Association and the Northeast Implant Study Group. He is a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry and is also working towards accreditation in the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry as well as being a founding member of the Empire State Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

Dr. Pirok loves to place aesthetic restorations with his team, and has become a Premier provider in the elite KOR whitening system!

He is a cum laude graduate of the College of William and Mary, with baccalaureate degrees in Biology, Chemistry, and Theatre. As an undergraduate, he was actively involved in research in the Departments of Microbiology, Physiology and Developmental Biology, as well as in the Organic Chemistry Department at Penn State University. He was a lighting and scene designer for the Theatre Department. He was also a varsity rower on the William and Mary Crew Team.

Dr. Pirok currently practices at Pennsylvania Dental Group’s University City Office.

Dr. Cana E. Pasierb, D.D.S.

Dr. Cana Edward Pasierb received his D.D.S. from the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry (formerly the Medical College of Virginia). He graduated with honors from Virginia Tech, where he received a B.S. degree in Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise.

He is an active member of the American Dental Association, Pennsylvania Dental Association, Philadelphia County Dental Society, and American Dental Implant Association. Dr. Pasierb enjoys keeping up with advances in dentistry through Continuing Education (CE) courses in order to better serve his patients. He has most recently completed intensive CE for Implant Dentistry, Invisalign and Restorative Dentistry.

Dr. Pasierb is originally from the Northern Virginia/Washington D.C. area, he has relocated to Philadelphia in order to be closer to loved ones. Outside the office he can be found spending time with family and friends, as well as staying active with running, playing basketball and snowboarding.

Dr. Pasierb currently practices at Pennsylvania Dental Group’s University City Office.

Dr. Samantha Pirok, D.M.D.

Dr. Samantha Pirok recieved her D.M.D from Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry with a Summa Cum Laude distinction and recieved a B.S. degree with honors in Biology from Virginia Commonwealth University. During dental school she provided dental treatment to the residents of North Philadelphia and traveled to Jamaica to provide free dental care to the underserved community of Negril. Immediately following graduation, she completed a one year general practice residency at Kings County Hospital Center in Brooklyn, NY where she gained additional experience in cosmetic and restorative dentistry, oral surgery and pediatric dentistry. She remains committed to the advancement of her clinical knowledge through the completion of continuing education courses. Samantha is a member of the American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry and Pennsylvania Dental Association.

Outside of the office, Samantha can be found doing something creative (making jewelry, embroidering or scrapbooking), spending time with family, friends and her numerous pets and enjoying the outdoors during hikes or walks around the city.

Dr. Leonardo N. Shin, D.M.D.

Dr. Leonardo Nicolas Shin was born and raised in Argentina where he received his Dental Degree from the University of Buenos Aires.

After completing his dental training, Dr. Shin became an adjunct professor within the Restorative Department of the University of Buenos Aires, which inspired him to expand his skills as a teacher in academia and as a dental provider in his private office. While teaching, Dr. Shin earned a degree in Higher Education from the University of Buenos Aires and a Certificate in dental implant training, Certificate in esthetic dental training, among other Continuing Education (C.E.) courses.

In 2022 Dr. Shin relocated to the U.S., where he graduated with honors from the Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry (TUKSoD). During his studies, Dr. Shin engaged as a student teacher in the Restorative Department of Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry, where he assisted freshman and sophomore dental students in their pre-clinical lab practices.

Dr. Shin is an active member of the American Dental Association and Pennsylvania Dental Association. He enjoys improving his dental expertise by taking C.E. courses and attending conferences, which allows him to offer a wide range of treatments to his patients. Dr. Shin can also offer treatment to various communities in the city where he lives, due to his ability to speak fluently English, Spanish, and Korean with his patients.
Dr. Leonardo N. Shin currently practices at Pennsylvania Dental Group’s University City Office.

Tom Michnya

Tom Michnya native Philadelphia and Graduated with an associates degree Dental hygiene from Community College of Philadelphia. He has been working at Pennsylvania Dental group since July 1996 and loves helping patients feel their best and giving them a healthy smile.

His hobbies hobbies include music and art.

Bopa

Bopa is a dental hygienist at Pennsylvania Dental Group.

Samantha

Samantha has worked in Dental Hygiene for almost 10 years and is currently a Registered Dental Hygienist at Pennsylvania Dental Group. She lives in Philadelphia and enjoys spending time with family and her two children.

Stefanie, EFDA

Stefanie has been with Pennsylvania Dental Group since August 2017. She has been an EFDA for 9 years and is currently in the process of obtaining her Dental Hygiene degree and furthering her knowledge of dental hygiene. She is a certified Expanded Functions Dental Assistant and is an ace in her craft. In her spare time, Steff enjoys all things music and spending time with her friends and family.

Janay

Janay is a New Jersey native who has been with the practice for four years. She has been working in dental for over 10 years. She loves to sing, attend church and spend time with family and friends in her spare time.