Dr. Carpio is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and member of the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP). She was selected by her peers as one of the Top Periodontist in the Washsington Metropolitan area, as published by the Washigntonian and Northern Virginia magazine for 2006 and 2009. She has been a dentist for the past 23 years. She relocated from Boston MA, to Northern Virginia in 2003. In 1992, she earned a Masters Degree in Oral Sciences in conjunction with a Diploma in Temporomandibular Disorders and Orofacial Pain from the University of Buffalo. At that time she conducted extensive research in dental radiography, in methods that reliably assess alveolar crest changes over time. In 1997 she graduated as a Periodontist, and earned a Ph.D. degree in Bone Biology from the University of Buffalo as well. Her research focused on understanding the cellular and molecular mechanisms that regulate osteoblasts (bone-forming cells). Her clinical research focused on means to enhance bone formation and dental implantology. Her background has led her to a profound understanding of factors that affect wound healing and periodontal/implant treatment outcomes. She has published her research in various peer review journals (see publications in her C.V.), and has lectured internationally on bone biology, and on the factors that affect periodontal and dental implant success. She spent five years in Boston at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine teaching and practicing as a Periodontist and Implantologist. At Harvard, she served as the Director of the Predoctoral Periodontology Program, Senior Tutor of the Cannon Society, Director of the Research Seminar Series for Postgraduate Students, and Director of the Periodontal Literature Review Course.
In 2000, Dr. Carpio was selected by the AAP as the television Spokesperson on the connection between periodontal disease and the systemic health for Hispanic Americans. Because of her solid background, Dr. Carpio has been serving as a member of the Editorial Board of the Journal of Periodontology.
Dr. Carpio’s strongest qualities are attention to detail, integrity, and the ability to establish excellent rapport with patients and colleagues. She is committed to excellence. These attributes have translated into a high rate of patient satisfaction. She is enthusiastic to dedicate herself to a rewarding and trustworthy professional relationship with you, as well as providing outstanding services to the community.
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Dr. Carpio's Curriculum Vitae
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| LaShawn Williams |
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We are extremely fortunate to have wonderful staff that work very hard to ensure that you receive the best care, have a positive experience while you are with us, and be completely satisfied with the service provided.
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