Dr. Zahra Heidari is an accomplished orthodontist with over a decade of experience in the field of dentistry. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree with honors from Ajman School of Dentistry in Dubai. After relocating to the United States, she pursued advanced training in Orthodontics and Maxillofacial Orthopedics at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry, where she received her Orthodontics Specialty Certificate and a Master of Science in Oral Biology. Dr. Heidari is a diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, a prestigious distinction held by less than 30% of orthodontists.

Throughout her career, she has made significant contributions to the field through her collaboration with the Craniofacial and Cleft Palate teams at Johns Hopkins University Hospital and Kernan Medical Center. Dr. Heidari has published three original research studies focusing on craniofacial growth, development, and the treatment of sleep apnea. Committed to providing exceptional care, she works with patients of all ages to help them achieve confident, healthy smiles. She is also an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), Mid-Atlantic Society of Orthodontists (MASO), and Virginia Association of Orthodontists (VAO).