Top Dentists 2009

The 299 best general dentists, orthodontists, oral surgeons, periodontists, and other specialists who can take very good care of your teeth. more

An Insider’s Guide to Dental Care

The fact is that dentists don’t mind if you talk while you’re in the chair—except if you talk about money. Here are some other things that may surprise you about dentistry. more

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Top General Dentists

The top general dentists in the Washington area. more

Top Orthodontists

Orthodontists straighten teeth. more

Top Pediatric Dentists

These dentists treat children and teens. more

Top Endodontists

Endodontists specialize in root canals. more

Top Oral Surgeons

These surgeons are trained in operating on the mouth, jaws, and face, including tooth extraction, reconstruction of fractured jaws, and implants. Prosthodontists also specialize in implants. more

Top Prosthodontists

Prosthodontists specialize in implants, dentures, crowns, and bridges. more

Top Periodontists

Periodontists concentrate on gum work. more

Orthodontia: Braces for Adults

New technologies have made it quicker and easier to straighten teeth. When a 47-year-old mother finally decides to get braces, she finds the experience both fascinating and frustrating. more

Orthodontia: Plastic Braces, Invisalign, & Align Technology

Can you move teeth with plastic trays you remove at will? Yes and no. more

The Best Brand of Toothbrushes

What type of toothbrush does a dentist use? In a survey of area professionals, we asked what they brushed with. Of the 700 who replied, here’s what dentists said. more

“Why Can’t They Fix It?” Saving My Little Brother

Peter has had cystic fibrosis his whole life. He’s 28, and there’s still no cure. As his big sister, I want to help him fight it. more

A Night Out: Knock Out Abuse Gala

Hundreds of women and a ’60s theme? This year’s Knock Out gala was the place for sequins, bouffants, and lots of Dolman sleeves. more

Three Quarterbacks Walk Into a Bar. . .

Sonny Jurgensen, Joe Theismann, and Jason Campbell spend an awkward evening together analyzing the Redskins season. more