Orthodontics 🤝 Oral Surgery A great smile is built through collaboration. Orthodontics and oral surgery often work together to provide patients with the best possible care. From wisdom teeth removal to dental implants, certain surgical procedures play an important role in creating smile transformations in a team approach between oral surgery and orthodontics. #OralSurgery #NOVAOrthodontics #DMVOralSurgeon #DMVOralSurgery #DentalHealth

For Dr. Sybil Jones, the best part about orthodontics isn’t just creating a beautiful smile, it’s about seeing the confidence, joy, and self-expression that comes with every transformation. Being able to walk alongside patients through their journey and watch them leave with a smile they’re proud of is the most rewarding part of what she does 🤍. #Orthodontics #NOVAOrthodontics #SmileTransformation #Confidence #VirginiaOrthodontics

A family legacy built one smile at a time 🦷✨ When your dad is an orthodontist… and you become one too. Stay tuned for special upcoming podcast episode with @drsybiljones and her dad as they talk about family, orthodontics, and the legacy behind creating confident smiles. #EliteOrthodontics #Orthodontics #VirginiaOrthodontist #DMV #MyDocumentary

A beautiful smile is just one part of the transformation. When this patient began treatment, severe crowding and a narrow jaw affected more than just the appearance of his teeth. It also impacted his sleep and breathing for the better. Through early orthodontic treatment, we helped create the space he needed for a healthier airway, better sleep, and a smile that will continue to grow with him. We’re honored to be a part of moments like these and grateful for the trust our patients place in us every day ✨. #smiletransformation #eliteorthodontics #orthodontics #dental #dmv

Palatal expansion is about far more than creating space for teeth. As our understanding of craniofacial growth continues to evolve, Phase I expansion has become an important part of conversations surrounding airway development and function. While expansion is traditionally associated with correcting transverse discrepancies and relieving crowding, its effects may extend beyond the dental arches. Research by @dr.audreyyoon has demonstrated that rapid maxillary expansion can be associated with significant reductions in adenoid and tonsil size in growing patients, reinforcing the relationship between maxillary development and the upper airway. These findings continue to shape the way many clinicians think about early orthopedic intervention and interdisciplinary airway care. At Elite, our philosophy is to evaluate every growing patient through both an orthodontic and functional lens. Our goal is not simply to align teeth, but to guide healthy craniofacial development during the years when orthopedic treatment has the greatest potential to influence long term form and function. The future of orthodontics lies in understanding that growth, breathing, and facial development are deeply interconnected. #AirwayOrthodontics #PalatalExpansion #PhaseOneOrthodontics #OrthodonticResearch #CraniofacialDevelopment

Canine substitution is one of the most conservative orthodontic approaches for managing a compromised or missing lateral incisor when the case is appropriately selected. In this case, I orthodontically repositioned the canine into the lateral incisor position, allowing the patient’s natural dentition to replace the compromised tooth rather than relying on prosthetic restoration. Successful canine substitution requires careful evaluation of occlusion, tooth morphology, gingival architecture, smile dynamics, and long term biomechanics. When properly indicated, it provides a predictable solution that preserves natural tooth structure while achieving excellent esthetic integration and functional stability. #CanineSubstitution #Orthodontics #SmileDesign #FunctionalOcclusion #AirwayOrthodontics

An interview with Yasmin Hasan; #interiordesign @yasmine.interiors One of the best interior designers in the area! Coming soon; a full episode!!