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Originally from New Jersey, Keehong Kwon, DDS, has come to be a highly respected and valued member of the First Smile Dental team in Alexandria, Virginia, providing his patients with a combination of compassionate care and expert knowledge. Dr. Kwon specializes in a wide range of general dentistry procedures, helping his patients maintain their oral health and well-being throughout their lives.

Dr. Kwon attended Cornell University in New York for his undergraduate studies, completing a Bachelor of Arts. He discovered his passion for dentistry while volunteering with a dental mission to Honduras, and shortly thereafter enrolled in the prestigious Columbia University College of Dentistry and Oral Surgery in New York. Dr. Kwon graduated with his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree and has been practicing dentistry for over 10 years, earning a reputation as a caring and conscientious provider. 

Dr. Kwon is proud to be a member of the American Academy of General Dentistry. In 2011, he moved to Virginia to continue practicing dentistry, as well as raise his family. In his free time, Dr. Kwon enjoys playing basketball, golf, and tennis, and spending time with his wife and daughters.

Dr. Chang Yi provides award-winning dental care for Fairfax, Virginia residents at Fairfax Corner Dental. He brings over 15 years of experience to the practice, providing a comprehensive range of services from simple fillings to complex full mouth restorations.

Dr. Yi graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry in 2001 and has been in private practice as a general and cosmetic dentist ever since. He’s earned recognition as a top dentist by Washingtonian Magazine, Virginia Living Magazine, Northern Virginia Magazine, and the Consumer Research Council.

Besides providing quality dental care, Dr. Yi believes in cultivating a robust doctor-patient relationship to achieve optimal dental health.

Dr. Negar Tehrani offers specialized prosthodontic services for the men and women of Fairfax, Virginia at Fairfax Corner Dental. As a prosthodontist, she specializes in dental restorations and full mouth rehabilitation.

Dr. Tehrani was born in Iran and raised in Turkey. She moved to the United States in 1996 to pursue postgraduate studies in general dentistry at Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine. She stayed at the university to complete three more years of intensive training and a residency in prosthodontics, holding a distinctive rank at the top of her class.

As a prosthodontist, Dr. Tehrani has expertise in creating and administering treatment plans for complex dental cases, especially cases involving missing or weak teeth. She restores oral function with restorations like implants, crowns, conventional dentures, and implant-supported overdentures.

Dr. Tehrani is also a certified Invisalign® provider. Her aesthetic dentistry and Invisalign services perfectly complement her prosthodontic expertise to help create beautiful smiles.

She’s an active member of the American College of Prosthodontics, International Congress of Oral Implantology, American Dental Society, Northern Virginia Dental Association, and other local study clubs. She values furthering her education and training to benefit her clients.

Fairfax Corner Dental brings together the expertise of four exceptional dentists under one roof at its convenient Fairfax, Virginia, location. The team’s comprehensive service offering includes general, cosmetic, restorative, and prosthodontic dentistry.

The experts at Fairfax Corner Dental make your health and comfort the focus of everything they do. From the highly trained staff that greets you at the door to the state-of-the-art equipment used for your care, the practice gives you the peace of mind knowing you’re in capable hands.

The team uses a preventive approach to promote your oral and overall health. They encourage regular exams and cleanings, proper dental hygiene, and healthy lifestyle choices as part of your prevention action plan.

Every treatment plan includes cosmetic considerations, so your teeth look just as good as they function. As a sedation dentistry practice, the team also offers various levels of sedation to help you relax during any visit.

The dental professionals at Fairfax Corner Dental want to keep you smiling with a set of teeth worth flaunting. Call or click to set up an appointment with one of the experienced providers.

Dr. Gaitan Sr. and Associates provide orthodontics and comprehensive dentistry services. Dr. Gaitan Sr. is also fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish to better accommodate his patients.

Dr. Gaitan Sr. is originally from Peru. He graduated from San Marcos University Dental School in Lima in 1985 and became a certified Orthodontist from the College of Dentists of Peru in 1991.

Dr. Gaitan Sr. obtained a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree and completed Orthodontic Externship Program in 1997 at the University of Maryland at Baltimore. He then completed his Orthodontic Mini-Residency Program in the Department of Orthodontics at the University of Washington School of Dentistry in 2000.

In 2005, Dr. Gaitan Sr. was recognized with the TUMI USA AWARD in Miami, Florida, for his notable contributions to the Peruvian Community in the US and as an Outstanding Peruvian Professional in the State of Virginia. He treats patients at his practices in Virginia and works as an Orthodontic Consultant at his practice in Lima, Peru.

Dr. Gaitan Sr. and his younger brother Jorge were born in Lima, Peru, and were raised in a family with an attraction to Dentistry. Their father and mentor, Dr. Sixto Gaitan Ortiz, was an Orthodontist and their main inspiration. Together, they completed their studies at San Marcos University in Peru.

After their schooling, Dr. Gaitan Sr. moved to the US to pursue post-grad studies at the University of Maryland. Jorge remained in Peru and is a successful General Practitioner and Faculty Member at their Alma Mater. After additional academic and professional experiences, they decided to practice in different areas of dentistry with the quality and professionalism learned from their father.

Dr. Gaitan Sr. enjoys the beach life with family and friends. He is passionate of boating as well as playing the piano and riding Peruvian Paso horses.

Dr. Wonje Cha is a specialist in dental implants and cosmetic dentistry who offers his services at the three locations of C & R Dental Care to residents of Centreville, Virginia, Vienna, Virginia, and Columbia, Maryland. After graduating from the University of Maryland Dental School, he received advanced training in general dentistry, oral surgery, and root canal treatments from York Hospital in Pennsylvania. He then relocated to Reston, Virginia, and worked for a group practice, where he gained vast knowledge in cosmetic dentistry and dental implants.

In 2003, he teamed up with Dr. James Ryee to open a private practice in Virginia, which has now expanded to three locations.

Dr. Cha is continuously motivated to learn new methods of treatment and techniques in dentistry. Dr. Cha is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry and a fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantology. He’s happily married with two children and enjoys hiking and biking in his free time.

Dr. Cha works at both the Vienna and Centreville locations!

With over 20 years of excellence in dentistry, Dr. Gianandrea Wotfe is a highly skilled and compassionate professional dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. Originally from São Paulo, Brazil, she earned her dental degree in 1999 and specialized in Periodontics in 2000. For nearly two decades, Dr. Wotfe honed her expertise in a prestigious hospital environment, providing specialized dental care for post-transplant and cancer patients, ensuring their oral health in the most delicate and challenging conditions.

Her passion for continuous learning brought her to the United States, where she completed advanced postgraduate training at Community Smiles/Florida Institute for Advanced Dental Education. With a relentless drive for innovation, she has pursued extensive additional training in:

• Laser Therapy – International Academy for Lasers in Dentistry
• TMJ Dysfunction & Orofacial Pain – Instituto da Cabeça, UNIFESP/SP
• Conscious Sedation (Nitrous Sedation) – ABENO
• Implant Dentistry – University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
• Invisalign Certified Provider – Invisalign Aligners
• Digital Smile Design – Digital Smile Design Academy

Dr. Wotfe is an active member of leading global dental organizations, including the International Team for Implantology (ITI - Straumann), American Dental Association (ADA), and Northern Virginia Dental Society (NVDS/VA). Beyond her clinical expertise, she is a published author in professional journals, contributes as a peer reviewer, and dedicates time to volunteering for underserved communities.

What truly sets Dr. Wotfe apart is her gentle approach and unwavering commitment to patient comfort. She believes that "dentistry should never be about pain and fear—it should be about care, precision, and trust."

Outside the dental office, she finds joy in reading, cooking, and exploring new destinations with her husband and two teenagers.

Dr. Jae M Chong has been Practicing in the greater Washington DC, metropolitan area for 20 years after earning a Doctor of Dental Medicine from the prestigious University of Pennsylavania, School of Dental Medicine in Philadelphia.

After establishing a successful dental practice in Centreville, Virginia (Centreville Dental Design) for over 15 years, Dr. Chong exteded his expertise to the vibrant Reston/Herndon community (Herndon Dental Design).

He has been committed to numerous continuing education programs, focusing on implant dentitry, orthodontics, prosthodontics, cosmetic dentistry as well as therapeutic/cosmetic Botox techniques.

Dr. Chong is an active member of the American Dental Association, the Virginia Dental Association, the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, the Academy of Osseointegration, and American Academy of Facial Esthetics. 

When not in the office, Dr. Chong enjoys singing in the concert choir as a member of the Washington Chorus. Also, he loves traveling with his lovely wife and children.

Dr. Kevin J. Salinas was born and raised in Northern Virginia. He is a first generation to go to college and furthermore Dental School. He attended The College of William and Mary where he excelled academically and later attended Virginia Commonwealth University to obtain his doctor of dental surgery degree.

While attending school Dr. Salinas participated in several community/missionary trips to remote locations, including Dominican Republic, Jamaica, and his native country Bolivia. He enjoys helping people who are in need of healthcare on his mission trips and connects with these people on a personal level. He enjoys working with people and making them happy by transforming their smile.

In his spare time Dr. Salinas enjoys traveling and seeing the world, learning about different cultures and connecting with them. He learns about these countries making these trips a learning experience that in return allows him to understand his patients needs better. He is also very family oriented and loves spending time with them.

For comprehensive, professional, and compassionate dental care in Manassas, Virginia, consult Ayesha Sultan, DDS, of Vital Dental Care. Dr. Sultan has more than 13 years of experience practicing dentistry and is committed to helping people improve their oral health.

Dr. Sultan graduated from the New York University College of Dentistry. She dedicates herself to state-of-the-art dental care with a personalized, gentle touch. Dr. Sultan uses her extensive training and experience to treat the most challenging dental issues and to help families maintain their routine oral health. She believes modern dentistry should be painless and stress free, and that cosmetic and structural work should be attractive, durable, and cost effective.

While preventive care helps ensure you don’t require extensive dental work, if you do have a major dental problem, Dr. Sultan can handle just about anything.

Dr. Sultan genuinely cares about your comfort and experience while you’re in her dental chair and office. Thousands of patients admire her calm demeanor and commitment to listening to their concerns.

On a personal note, Dr. Sultan is married and has two children. She has lived overseas in Africa and the Middle East where she volunteered her time in educating and raising dental awareness. She’s an enthusiastic contributor to a number of community causes, volunteering her time and skills on a regular basis.

Dr. Gregory DiRenzo is a Virginia native devoted to improving smiles in Purcellville, Virginia at his practice, DiRenzo Family Dentistry.

After completing his undergraduate studies at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia, he attended the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia for dental school. Following dental school, he completed a one-year general practice residency at Abington Memorial Hospital in Abington, Pennsylvania.

Dr. DiRenzo takes continuing education seriously. He’s a fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry, which requires 500 hours of continuing education and passage of a comprehensive exam.

Giving back to the community is also very important to Dr. DiRenzo. He’s a member of the Rotary Club of Purcellville and involved with the Loudoun County free dental clinic, Give Kids A Smile, as well as Mission Of Mercy, a program providing dental care to underprivileged families.

Dr. DiRenzo lives outside of Round Hill, Virginia with his wife and two sons. He takes great joy in helping coach his children in numerous sports. He fills his free time with fishing, hiking, kayaking, golfing, tennis, and skiing with his family.

Dr. Nicholas Bett has been practicing dentistry for over ten years in New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. After completing his undergraduate studies and obtaining a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry and Biology from West Chester University in Pennsylvania, he attended the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Bett completed his dental education receiving a doctorate in dental medicine and specialty training in oral surgery and dental implants at Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center (formerly Caritas Medical Center) and Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York. After his training, Dr. Bett returned to practice in Pennsylvania before finally relocating to Northern Virginia with his family. Dr. Bett is committed to providing the best quality of dental care to all patients. He brings extensive knowledge and experience in oral surgery especially in dental implants, bone augmentation, and regular dentoalveolar surgery as well as high-quality general and cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Bett has a specific interest in dental implants and full mouth rehabilitation cases that require meticulous planning and excellent teamwork. Community service is also of great importance and when not in practice, Dr. Bett volunteers on a regular basis at the Northern Virginia Dental Clinic.

Dr. Keon Manesh graduated Top 10 Magna cum Laude in his class at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry, where he earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS). Inspired by his father, a 1993 alumnus of the same esteemed institution, Dr. Manesh is a dedicated general dentist whose passion for dentistry blends academic excellence, clinical expertise, and a commitment to community service.

Dr. Manesh’s journey began at Drexel University in Philadelphia, PA, where he earned his Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences. After undergrad, he worked alongside his father in their family dental practices, fueling his expertise in comprehensive dentistry, including operative dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, and oral surgery. He furthered his education at Johns Hopkins University, earning a Master’s degree in Biotechnology, honing his scientific and innovative thinking.

At the University of Maryland School of Dentistry, Dr. Manesh distinguished himself as a leader, serving as President of his DDS class for all four years. He was selected as one of only three students for the prestigious Diamond Scholars Program. In his final year, he treated patients at the University’s Advanced Education in General Dentistry Clinic alongside residents, mastering complex procedures and delivering advanced dental care.

Community service is central to Dr. Manesh’s mission. He founded the Planet Smilez Club, inspiring Baltimore students to explore STEM and oral health, earning the Deans Outstanding Community Service Award, the highest community service honor. His excellence was further recognized with the Diamond Scholars Recognition Award for advanced dental mastery, the Katharine Toomey Plaque for exceptional devotion and leadership to the profession, and induction into prestigious societies like Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU), Gorgas Odontological, and Gamma Pi Delta, reflecting his outstanding scholarship and character.

Dr. Manesh specializes in individualized dental treatment, drawing on his extensive clinical experience to provide personalized care. Fluent in English and Farsi, he connects with a diverse patient base, believing in empowering patients through education and ensuring every visit is comfortable and transformative.

Outside the office, Dr. Manesh enjoys traveling, playing volleyball with his family, and pursuing continuing education to enhance his skills for his patients’ benefit. With a legacy of care and a vision for the future, Dr. Keon Manesh is committed to making a lasting impact—one smile at a time.

Dr. Brooke Mossaded graduated from New York University College of Dentistry in 1988 and completed a general dentistry residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in 1989. For many years, she has been a senior-level attending at Columbia Dental School, where she has enjoyed teaching and mentoring future dentists.

With over 25 years of experience, she is proficient in all aspects of dentistry, including implant supported restorative, cosmetic veneers and inlays, TMJ treatment, and Invisalign, having been certified in teeth alignment for over 20 years. Dr. Mossaded takes pride in providing high-quality, patient-centered care and has been recognized with a Top Patient Award on U.S. News Health, earning a 5/5 rating from her patients.

Dr. Brooke Mossaded understands that visiting the dentist can be stressful for some, and she has had training in working with phobic patients to ensure a comfortable and supportive experience. Her goal is to help you achieve a healthy, beautiful smile while making your visits as stress-free as possible.

Dr. Brooke Mossaded looks forward to meeting you and providing the best care for your dental health! 

At Morrison Cosmetic and General Dentistry, Dr. Morrison provides full-service oral health care, including general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and restorative treatment. 

A native Washingtonian, Dr. Morrison received his D.D.S. degree from the University of Maryland Dental School, graduating magna cum laude, in 1989. He received top honors in multiple dental specialties and was elected to three national honor societies. Dr. Morrison received the top designation of "Master" from the Academy of General Dentistry (M.A.G.D). This title is awarded to less than 1% of all general dentists nationwide, with Dr. Morrison as one of the youngest dentists to achieve such distinction. He has been practicing dentistry for over 35 years. 

Dr Morrison comes from a strong family, dental tradition. He comes from a family of dentists where his dad served both in the Navy and as an esteemed DC dentist. His mother was a hygienist and his brother is a dentist in Ohio. Dr. Morrison is a father of seven children and this gift has strengthened his ability to work on patients of varying ages and abilities, from his youngest child to his mother. His family tradition in dentistry has paved the way for Dr. Morrison to continue serving patients with the highest quality of dental products, tradition (never trends) and techniques available. His most important purpose is making a real difference for you and others through dental treatment. Consequently, he strives to prioritize the unique needs of each patient through continuing education to keep a robust knowledge on current dental research and developments in treatment and giving back to the community. 

To continually refine and update his own skills, he maintains a rigorous continuing education schedule. The Consumer’s Research Council of America has consistently recommended Dr. Morrison as one of “America’s Top Dentists.” In 2023, he was recognized nationally with the Clinician of the Year award with the American Academy of Gold Foil Operators. 

Dr. Morrison is deeply committed to education and supporting our armed forces, honoring the legacy of his dad. He has served as a clinical instructor in the Department of Restorative Dentistry as well as a guest lecturer at the University of Maryland Dental School. Additionally, Dr. Morrison is a mentor and guest lecturer at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Dr. Morrison’s further commitment with the military is demonstrated through his dedication to treat the servicemen and servicewomen in the region to ensure they are deployable and not held back due to dental needs. His dedication to education stems from the joy he has as a father to a large family, consequently, he has invested time in several school districts, educating elementary school-age children on the importance of dental health. 

Giving back to the community is a priority for Dr Morrison. He draws on his extensive clinical experience to volunteer with a national foundation providing dental care to people who cannot afford needed treatment because of serious disabilities or impaired health. Dr. Morrison also served many years (from 1999-2005) in a leadership role with a medical and dental mission that serves isolated, rural communities in the Dominican Republic.

Dr. Morrison is keenly attentive with guests of all ages and abilities. He is an exceptional provider and will explain your dental needs and options to achieve your oral health goal and uniquely healthy and beautiful smile. He has a reputation of educating his patient on their full treatment, relieving their anxiety when it comes to visiting the dentist and making them comfortable with the treatment they choose. He has helped thousands of patients restore their smiles.

Dr. Morrison enjoys spending time with his family, friends and community. He enjoys playing pool, riding bikes and barbequing with his children. Most recently he rode 100 miles with two of his sons and is currently teaching his youngest to ride her bicycle.