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A Huge Difference
Both doctors are industry experts: presenting lectures to orthodontists nationwide, publishing dental articles, serving on local and nation orthodontic boards. We are committed to delivering exceptional results for every patient, because we believe that people achieve great things when they feel confident about their smiles.
You won’t get a cookie-cutter plan from us. We believe that you are unique, so we create custom treatments just for you. Three generations of orthodontists passing down a wealth of knowledge allow us to deliver the best orthodontic care in the DMV area. Awarded Best Orthodontists in the DMV area by the Washingtonian Magazine!
We believe in using the best tools to solve our patient’s problems and we embrace evidence-based technology that has a proven track record to deliver excellent results. One recent advancement that our patients enjoy is no more goopy molds. With our state-of-the-art scanner and 3D printer, we are able to make appliances and retainers with the greatest comfort for our patients.
We are all in! For over 60 years we have called the Ft. Hunt area home. You will often see us at the Village hardware, the Variety store, dining in Old Town or participating in local school events. We love giving back to our community by sponsoring numerous local sports teams and school events.
Lectures
Dr. Hughes and Dr. Justin regularly speak across the country. Some of their recent locations include:
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Articles
- Condylar position and extraction treatment. AJO-DO. 1988 March; 93-30: 201-5 .
- Magic Orthodontist. Orthodontic Products. March 2012.
- Adult Smile Center. AAO Bulletin. August 2017.
- This Profession Matters to Me. SAO Newsletter. 2018.
- A Magical Class II Correction. Orthodontic Products. April 2018.
- Orthodontic Science and Practice Excellence (Interview Q&A). 3M Innova. May 2018.
- A New Look at the Clinical Potential of Aligners. 3M. 2018.