Meet Our Team
Our Doctors
Graziano D. Giglio, DDS
Dr. Graziano D. Giglio is a board-certified prosthodontist focusing on aesthetics and implant dentistry to enhance the quality of life for his patients. Dr. Giglio continually shares and develops his clinical perspective through his affiliation with many prestigious dental organizations. He is a Fellow of the American College of Prosthodontists, the American College of Dentists, the Greater New York Academy of Prosthodontics, and the New York Academy of Dentistry.
Ana Becil Giglio, DDS
Dr. Ana Becil Giglio, board-certified in periodontology and dental implant surgery, has concentrated her career on providing high-quality care to her patients while prioritizing their wellbeing. Dr. Giglio is a member of multiple dental organizations, allowing her to foster and share her clinical knowledge with colleagues. She is a member of the American Academy of Periodontology, the Northeastern Society of Periodontists, the American Dental Association, the Academy of Osseointegration, and a Fellow of the International College of Dentists and the American College of Dentists.
Our Team
Walki
Office Manager
I have been working with Gdental since 1996. I am very experienced in the field of dentistry and practice management as I graduated as a dentist from East Central University in the Dominican Republic. In addition to overseeing the staff, my role in the practice is to welcome patients and assist them with registration needs, receive payments for services, assist patients with insurance concerns, and answer general information requests. I enjoy meeting patients and have established relationships with them over the years. In my free time, I love traveling, biking and spending quality time with my husband, family, and puppy.
Gissel
Front Desk Manager
I have been working at Gdental since 2014. As the Front Desk Manager, I am happy to schedule your appointments, discuss treatment plans, and answer any questions you may have. Being a native New Yorker, I enjoy taking advantage of my city by visiting sites, going shopping, and dining at restaurants. I also love traveling and spending time with my friends and family.
Sapna
Clinical Manager
I have been a member of the Gdental team since 2012, bringing a passion for helping others and a keen eye for detail to my role overseeing clinical operations. My focus is always on maintaining the highest standards in dentistry, ensuring that every patient receives top-quality treatment and feels at ease in our care. I lead our continuing education initiatives, including hands-on workshops designed to empower dental professionals with digital technology, and ensure our own practice stays at the forefront of advancements in technology related to the dental world.
Outside the office, I love immersing myself in New York City’s vibrant cultural and culinary scenes and making it a point to explore new horizons by traveling to at least one new country each year.
Erika
Lab Manager
I have been a part of Gdental team since 2019. I graduated as a RG Dental Technician from CUNY New York City College of Technology with an AAS degree, received my CDT distinctions in Dental Ceramics (2022) and in Dental Implants (2024). Part of my duties include managing the lab and fabricating dental prosthetics. I am very attentive to detail and always seek new ways to improve my skills as a certified dental technician. On my time off I enjoy spending time with my little sister, Ali, friends, and family.
Tina
Registered Dental Hygienist
I have been with the Drs. Giglio for over twenty years. I graduated from State University of New York at Farmingdale in 1992, and have been practicing here for the majority of my career. I pride myself on the personal attention I give to each individual patient. I work with Gdental one day per week, and look forward to seeing my long-time patients, with whom I’ve developed a close relationship.
I have two lovely daughters, and recently added a new member to our family, a four-legged, furry friend. Together we enjoy traveling, biking, rollerblading, and exploring the great outdoors.
Chrissy
Registered Dental Hygienist
I am a Registered Dental Hygienist and have been with Gdental since October 2000. I have over twenty-five years of experience in the dental field; initially as a Registered Dental Assistant before receiving my Dental Hygiene and Applied Sciences Degree with Honors, from Cambrian College in Sudbury, Ontario, just north of my hometown of Toronto. My favorite part of my job is my great patients, and the opportunity to create meaningful relationships, and partner with them in improving their oral health.
Outside of work, I love staying active through fitness and sports, traveling. I also have a passion for food and exploring new restaurants and cuisines. Happily married, I am a proud hockey and basketball mom to two wonderful boys.
Lindsay
Registered Dental Hygienist
Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, I moved to the East Coast fourteen years ago. After receiving my Bachelor’s Degree at Willamette University in Salem, OR. I decided to pursue my passion in dentistry at New York University College of Dentistry. I graduated with honors in 2008 with a degree in dental hygiene and began working in New York City. Dental Hygiene has proven to combine my love of connecting with wonderful people while helping them improve their oral health, and I have had the pleasure of working with the Drs. Giglio since 2014.
When not working, I spend my days running, jumping and swimming after my two very active children, Ellie and Alexander. After living in Oregon, Vermont, and New York, we decided to finally plant some roots and bought a home in rural Connecticut. When possible, I enjoy traveling and spending time with my family in Chicago and Spain.
Briana
Restorative & Surgical Assistant
I have been working with Gdental since 2016, but I have been a dental assistant since 2009. I am a licensed Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) in Pennsylvania. I am a team player and very helpful around the office. I enjoy helping patients achieve a bright smile with the Zoom in-office whitening. I am originally from a small town in PA called Minersville, but moved here with my husband, Nick, in 2015. Together, we share a
daughter and twin boys. In my spare time I love crafting and DIY projects.
Danielle
Restorative & Surgical Assistant
As a member of the restorative team, I am excited to be able to put my ten years of dental care to use at Gdental. Originally a Midwesterner, I moved to Philadelphia to attend Temple University where I studied Kinesiology. Since then, I have made the east coast my home. I like to spend my time off with my family, traveling, and trying new things.
Itzel
Restorative & Surgical Assistant
I have been a dental assistant since 2016, graduating from Mandl School - The College of Allied Health. I'm a dental assistant at Gdental and I must say that this group has helped me open my mind and expand my skill set in patient care, communication, being detail-oriented and organization. In my spare time I like to spend time with my family, and I love swimming and hiking. My two sons are what motivates me to give it my all.
Veronica
Restorative & Surgical Assistant
I have been a dental assistant for eleven years now, joining Gdental in 2024. I was born in Ecuador and have lived in New York since I was 4 years old. I have three children, and my favorite hobby is getting to know new places. I love traveling and trying different types of food.
Liz
Restorative & Surgical Assistant
I’ve been a dental assistant for five years, and joining Gdental has given me the opportunity to challenge myself more in the field and expand my knowledge on optimum oral health. I attended the University of New Haven in Connecticut where I graduated with a Criminal Justice degree and minor in Nutrition. Being born and raised in NYC, I love exploring the city, whether it’s going to the MET or going to a nice rooftop to enjoy the city skyline.
Shmuel
Registered Dental Technician
I became part of the Gdental team in 2017. I have over 30 years of experience in this field, as I began practicing in 1985 shortly after graduating from the Leninabad University. I am very devoted to my craft and I complete each of my cases with much precision, accuracy, and detail.
When I’m not in the laboratory, I enjoy spending time with my family, especially my grandchildren.
Julie
Registered Dental Technician
I am glad to be a member of the Gdental team. I finished my AAS degree in Restorative Dentistry in 2015 and received a BSHA degree in 2017 at New York City College of Technology City University of New York. Since then, I have proudly dedicated my time to this field. Being a dental technician and working in the CAD-CAM area has opened many doors for me, so much so that I am also an adjunct professor of the Restorative Department at NYCCT. I am originally Colombian, and I really enjoy and respect the different socio-cultural environments of New York. I love to travel and exercise.
Ricardo
Patient Care Coordinator
I am a newer member of the Gdental team. As the patient care coordinator, I help check in patients, assist patients with pre and post-surgical protocol, submit all necessary prescriptions, and assist with scheduling. I moved here five years ago from Medford, Oregon to enjoy the big city with all that it has to offer. In my free time I enjoy thrifting, reading, writing and cooking.