Orthodontics | Dentofacial Orthopedics

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Dr. Kermanshi has been practicing orthodontics in Virginia and in the greater Washington DC area for nearly 20 years. She was born and raised in Tehran, Iran and moved to California with her family after she graduated from high school. she obtained her bachelor’s degree in biology from UCLA with Suma Cum Laude honors. She then moved to Boston where she received her degree in Doctor of Dental Medicine from Boston University with Magna Cum Laude honors. While in Boston, she volunteered her services annually for the physically and mentally challenged children through the Special Olympics, Special Smiles Program. Dr. Kermanshi was also involved in services pertaining to underprivileged youth through the Outreach Van Project. 

Dr. Kermanshi earned her degree in Orthodontics from Howard University in Washington, DC, achieving the highest academic average amongst her colleagues during her postgraduate study. Her two-year specialty residency included advanced education in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics, early treatment for children, adult orthodontics, Invisalign certification, and orthodontics for patients undergoing orthognathic surgery. 

Dr. Kermanshi is a member of Northern Virginia Dental Association, Virginia Dental Society, American Dental Association, Middle Atlantic Society of orthodontists, DC Society of orthodontists, and American Association of Orthodontists. Dr. Kermanshi prides herself in providing the highest quality of care in the most gentle and efficient manner possible. She has been practicing orthodontics since 2004 and has had the privilege of treating a diverse patient population at any age group. She embraces challenge as an opportunity to excel herself in her practice and gives her patients the beautiful smile they had always dreamed of. She has also volunteered her services to many underprivileged children over the years and has treated many physically and mentally challenged children with utmost care and passion. In her free time, Dr. Kermanshi enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, hiking, travelling, reading to her children, and writing poetry.