Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctor
Dr. ZACK Mekouar
Dr. Zack Mekouar received his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the New York University school of Dentistry.
After practicing general and family dentistry for several years, he completed his post-graduate training in orthodontics. He has been practicing Dentistry for over 15 years.
While at NYU, Dr. Mekouar was a member of the student research club, where he was actively involved in research and development in the dental field.
Dr. Mekouar is a member of the American dental association, the American Association of functional orthodontics, and the international association for Orthodontics (IAO), a key association for global leaders in orofacial health.
Dr. Mekouar’s treatment philosophy is based on a comprehensive diagnosis of the whole maxillofacial complex. It is the key to creating beautiful smiles with great facial harmony, resulting in outstanding aesthetic outcomes.
When he is not practicing Dentistry, he volunteers at his local community, and enjoys reading, playing soccer, watching movies, and spending time with his wife and three children.
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Afsaneh Rangiani DDS PhD
Dr. Rangiani is a well-published Orthodontist/scientist who has been providing orthodontic care in the DMV area for more than 5 years. She is friendly and compassionate towards her patients and makes the treatment a fun and pleasant experience.
Dr. R graduated from the University of Connecticut with a Master of Dental Sciences and Orthodontics certificate. She also has a Ph.D. in Oral Biology from Baylor College of Dentistry.
Dr. R uses cutting-edge technology to provide the most efficient and precise treatment, so orthodontic treatment will be easy, fast, and efficient. Throughout the years hundreds of happy and beautiful smiles were created by Dr. R and her team using the newest technology, art, and science of dentistry. Outside the office Dr. R loves paintings, both observing and creating them, and playing the piano. She also is training for a half marathon and enjoys yoga and meditation.
Dr. R is a member of:
American Dental Association
American Association of Orthodontists
Middle Atlantic Society of Orthodontists
Virginia Dental Association
Northern Virginia Dental Association
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Gia Duong DMD
“Dr. Gia” graduated from dental school at the University of Pennsylvania in 2017 and received his pediatric dentistry certificate from Children’s Hospital of Michigan in 2019. Before that, he attended Rutgers University for his undergraduate degree. He loves working with parents and children of all ages and his goal is to make every dental visit a fun and positive experience. He specializes in treating young patients under nitrous oxide, oral moderate sedation, and general anesthesia. Dr. Duong is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the American Dental Association. In his free time, he enjoys playing the piano, going to the gym, traveling, and exploring.
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Nada Hammood, DMD
Dr. Nada received her first dental degree from the prestigious University of Baghdad School of Dentistry in 2007 and practiced general dentistry there for 7 years. Her pursuit of excellence brought her to the United States, where she got accepted into the Ivy League University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. In 2022, she proudly earned her DMD degree, cementing her commitment to dental care and education.
Dr. Nada enjoys all phases of dentistry with emphasis on: Cosmetic and Restorative Dentistry such as Veneers, Crowns and Bridge, Implant Crowns and Root Canals. She is also a certified Invisalign provider. She is an active member of Academy of General Dentistry, American Dental Association and Northern Virginia Dental Society.
Beyond her passion for dentistry, Dr. Nada finds joy in simple pleasures like walking out doors, getting lost in a good book, savoring soul-soothing music, and spending time with her loving husband, Moe, and their 2 adorable children, Adam and Talia.
Dr. Nada believes in building a trusting relationship with patients and creating life-long dental care plans for each individual.
