Dr. Tarun Saini, DDS

Dr. Tarun Saini
Dr. Tarun “Ty” Saini is a graduate of Glenelg Country School and currently serves on its Board of Trustees and the Alumni Board. He earned his bachelor’s degree in biology (thesis in marine biology) from Dickinson College where he played on the men’s soccer team. He continues to serve on the Alumni Council. After graduating from Dickinson College, Dr. Ty earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery, graduating with honors in orthodontics, from New York University. Twice, he was the recipient of the Dean’s Student Research Award and honored with the "Exceptional Interest in the Development of the Oro-facial Complex" award given by the American Association of Orthodontists. He was also awarded the Management of Patients with Disabilities award by the American Dental Association. He earned his Certificate in Orthodontics from NYU after completing a General Practice Residency at Staten Island University Hospital. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics …by clinical examination. Each year, Dr. Ty surpasses the state requirements for continuing education. He holds licenses in Maryland and New York.
In addition to being an active member of the Howard County Dental Association, the American Association of Orthodontists, the American Dental Association and the Mid-Atlantic Society of Orthodontists, he has held or holds the following positions:
Howard County Dental Association – past President, Secretary and Chairman of the Peer Review.
Mid-Atlantic Society of Orthodontists – Serves on the Communications Committee.
Dr. Ty is very involved in his community. He is a member and chairperson for the Annual Remembrance Run 5K & 1 Mile Family Walk Fundraiser for the Columbia Rotary Club. He is an assistant coach for the Soccer Association of Columbia. In addition, he is on the Dean’s Faculty at the University of Maryland Dental School. He mentors dental students who are considering the specialty of orthodontics. He also volunteers his time to help orthodontic residents at several universities by giving lectures and hosting students in our office. Dr. Ty also mentors several Howard County High School students each year who are interested in the dental profession.