Meet the Orthodontist
Meet Dr. Mehdy Rad
Welcome to Rad Orthodontics! Dr. Mehdy Rad is a dedicated orthodontist, passionate about helping you achieve a beautiful, healthy, straight smile. He loves the challenges and rewards of being an orthodontist, and looks forward to answering your questions and working with you throughout your treatment.
Education
Dr. Rad grew up in Wellesley, Massachusetts, just outside of Boston, MA. He earned his Bachelor of Arts Degree from Boston University with a major in ethical philosophy and minors in biology and chemistry. Dr. Rad obtained his dental degree from the Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine, graduating on the Dean's list. He practiced at the Dental Clinic on Air Base Ramey in Puerto Rico for his externship rotation.
Following his dental training, Dr. Rad attended a one-year residency in cosmetic and esthetic dentistry at the Boston Medical Center where he was given the Clinical Excellence Award. Dr. Rad went on to specialize in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics at Boston University; and as a student, was given the prestigious role of chief resident, where he worked under the guidance of world famous orthodontist and teacher Anthony Gianelly DMD, MD, PhD.
Continuing Education
Dr. Rad is committed to staying up-to-date on the most current technology. His participation in continuing education allows him to offer his patients the most advanced treatment options. Dr. Rad is a board certified orthodontist and an active member of the:
- American Dental Association
- American Association of Orthodontists
- American Board of Orthodontics
- Greater Washington Orthodontic Society
Dr. Rad is also the President of the Bi-County Dental Study Club, and the Potomac Dental Study Club. He is involved in the dental community as an associate clinical professor in the department of orthodontics at the University of Maryland Dental School in Baltimore. In addition, he also lectures locally and nationally on a broad range of topics related to orthodontics.
Outside of the practice, it's all smiles for Dr. Rad!
Dr. Rad lives in Potomac with his wife, Carolina, and daughter, Isabella. He enjoys spending as much quality time with his family as possible, sharing smiles and creating happy memories. In his spare time, he enjoys kite-boarding, snowboarding, bicycle racing, soccer, and playing the guitar.
Links
American Dental Association
The ADA is the professional association of dentists committed to the public's oral health, ethics, science and professional advancement.
American Association of Orthodontists
On this site, you can learn about orthodontists—specialists in the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of dental and facial irregularities. The correction of tooth and jaw alignment results in a healthy, attractive smile that's good for life.
The American Board of Orthodontics
The mission of The American Board of Orthodontics is to establish and maintain the highest standards of clinical excellence in orthodontics.
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