Orthodontics

Just Smile

For nearly 30 years, Orthodontics by Crutchfield has been known for its laid-back atmosphere. Dr. Bill Crutchfiled is the go-to choice for Northern Virginia families looking for high-quality orthodontics in a state-of-the-art, laid-back, family-friendly office—a lab coat-free zone. Crutchfield started practicing nearly 30 years ago, but he’s nowhere near sopping, and his energy […]

by Staff

Say Cheese

The advantages of facing the world with a bright smile. (Illustration by Sebastien Thibault) WHILE THE EYES MAY BE the window to the soul, a person’s smile may betray early signs of aging. “As people get older, several changes occur to the teeth and face in general that can make a person […]

by Erin McPherson

Barely There

An inside look at invisible aligners.

by Sandra Shelley

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