Dr. Raha Yousefi is a board-certified periodontal specialist with 15 years of experience helping patients in Washington, DC achieve healthy gums and beautiful smiles. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Howard University and completed specialized training in periodontics at the University of Pittsburgh, along with a Master's in Public Health. Dr. Yousefi offers a full range of services including dental implants, gum grafting, gummy smile treatment, and other advanced periodontal procedures using cutting-edge technology and minimally invasive techniques. Following in her father's footsteps—he practiced dentistry in DC for 40 years—she's deeply rooted in the community and also teaches at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry. At District Dental Surgery, Dr. Yousefi takes a patient-first approach, believing that your oral health is an important part of your overall health and well-being.

Specialties

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PeriodonticsPrimary
Treatment of gum disease and dental implants

Education & Training

Bachelor's degree, University of Maryland
Master's in Public Health (MPH), University of Pittsburgh
Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Howard University
Periodontics residency, University of Pittsburgh

Credential: DDS

NPI registered: 05/17/2011

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Areas of Focus

PeriodonticsDental implantsGum graftingGummy smile treatmentExtractionsPeriodontal proceduresGuided bone regenerationAll-on-X dental implantsDenturesSinus liftGum disease treatment

Technology & Equipment

Advanced imaging systems
Minimally invasive procedures
Cutting-edge technology

Professional Memberships

District of Columbia Dental Society
American Dental Association (ADA)
American Academy of Periodontology
Greater Washington Academy of Women Dentists
Greater Washington Academy of Dental Studies

Beyond the Office

Dean's Faculty member at University of Maryland School of Dentistry

Clinical instructor at University of Maryland School of Dentistry

Her father is a dentist who practiced in Washington, DC for 40 years

Started working in dental office at front desk in high school

Has been living in the DC metro area her whole life

Married to husband Vince

Has four boys

Enjoys spending time with family at DC parks, festivals, and kid-friendly restaurants

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