Dr. Lynda Dean-Duru & Dr. Krystle Dean-Duru

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Name

Dr. Lynda Dean-Duru & Dr. Krystle Dean-Duru

Specialization

Pediatric Dentistry

Location

Ashburn, VA

Clinic

Ashburn Children’s Dentistry

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About Dr. Lynda Dean-Duru & Dr. Krystle Dean-Duru

Ashburn Children’s Dentistry/Womb 2 Grow Wellness is built on a foundation of great leadership and an unwavering dedication to providing the highest-quality care. Led by Dr. Lynda Dean-Duru and Dr. Krystle Dean-Duru—Virginia’s 2024 & 2025 Top Dentists—our mother-daughter duo of extensively trained pediatric dentists is committed to children’s overall health and wellness. Their holistic approach focuses on airway development, sleep health, and craniofacial growth, ensuring that kids not only have beautiful smiles but also thrive in their development.

Our dentists are passionate about what they do, continually pursuing new education, advanced techniques, and opportunities for community service. Get to know the outstanding pediatric dentists who make Ashburn Children’s Dentistry/Womb 2 Grow Wellness such a uniquely beneficial practice for children and patients with special healthcare needs.

Discover how Dr. Lynda and Dr. Krystle Dean-Duru, Virginia’s Top Pediatric Dentists of 2024 & 2025, transform children’s dental care through Ashburn Children’s Dentistry/Womb 2 Grow Wellness.

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About Dr. Lynda Dean-Duru, DDS

Dr. Lynda Dean-Duru, head recipient of the 2024 & 2025 Top Dentist award in Virginia, is a highly respected leader in pediatric dentistry. With over 30 years of experience, she has spent the last 20 years practicing integrative functional holistic pediatric dentistry, helping breastfeeding mothers, infants, children with special healthcare needs, and teens. Dr. Lynda has developed a unique approach to treating patients, fortified by extensive training in the most innovative therapies and technologies. In addition to her recent honor, she has been nominated for and received multiple Top Doctor Awards throughout her career. As the founder of Ashburn Children's Dentistry/Womb 2 Grow Wellness, Dr. Lynda has pioneered health-centered dentistry and craniofacial development, reshaping pediatric dental health for future generations. Both Dr. Lynda and Dr. Krystle are proud 2024 inductees to the International College of Dentists.

Credentials

  • First in the DMV area to complete all three levels at ALF Education Institute (AEI)
  • ALF InterFACE Academy with Dr. Darick Nordstrom
  • Graduate, Airway Mini Residency with Dr. Mark Cruz and Dr. Barry Raphael
  • Graduate, Pediatrics Airway Orthodontics Mini-Residency
  • Certified Orofacial Myologist (COM)
  • Board Certified: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (ABPD)
  • Pediatric Dentistry Specialty Training: Children’s National Medical Center, Washington D.C.
  • General Practice Residency: Howard University Hospital, Washington D.C.
  • Dental School: University of Benin, Nigeria
  • Laser Dentistry: Fellowship, Academy of Laser Dentistry (ALD)
  • Laser Dentistry: Mastership, World Clinical Laser Institute (WCLI)
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About Dr. Krystle Dean-Duru, DDS

Dr. Krystle Dean-Duru, also honored as a 2024 & 2025 Top Dentist in Virginia, brings over 20 years of pediatric dental expertise, with a focus on airway health and craniofacial growth modification. She specializes in health-centered dental care, combining advanced training in myofunctional therapy, sleep dentistry, and pediatric orthodontics to promote overall health and well-being in children. As a 2021 Incisal Edge 40 under 40 recipient, Dr. Krystle continues to push the boundaries of pediatric dental care alongside her mother at Ashburn Children's Dentistry/Womb 2 Grow Wellness. Dr. Krystle and Dr. Lynda are proud to be inducted into the International College of Dentists in 2024.

Credentials

  • ALF Provider
  • Babylase/Smilelase provider
  • ALF InterFACE Academy with Dr. Darick Nordstrom
  • Graduate, Airway Mini Residency with Dr. Mark Cruz and Dr. Barry Raphael
  • Graduate, Pediatrics Airway Orthodontics Mini-Residency Dr German O Ramirez-Yanez
  • Board Certified: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (ABPD)
  • Pediatric Dentistry Specialty Training: Interfaith Medical Center Department of Dental Medicine, New York
  • Dental School: Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dental Medicine, Richmond, VA
  • Undergraduate: Columbia University, New York
  • Laser Dentistry: Standard proficiency, American Laser Study Club

Hours

  • Monday8AM–4PM
  • Tuesday8AM–4PM
  • Wednesday8AM–6PM
  • Thursday9AM–1PM
  • FridayClosed
  • Saturday 8AM–1PM *Select Saturdays*

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