Kumra Orthodontics

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Kumra Orthodontics We are a state of the art orthodontic office creating smile transformations in downtown Washington,

Fall is in full swing at our DC office. Mid-October and we’re not slowing down on the cozy. Come see it in person at you...
10/17/2026

Fall is in full swing at our DC office. Mid-October and we’re not slowing down on the cozy. Come see it in person at your next visit, or book a complimentary consultation and say hi.

Start by understanding what treatment would involve for your smile. An examination and appropriate records help us asses...
10/17/2026

Start by understanding what treatment would involve for your smile. An examination and appropriate records help us assess your teeth, gums and bite before recommending treatment.

If you’ve been exploring aligners online, bring your questions to a consultation. Find out what’s suitable for you and what you can realistically expect before you commit.

Book a consultation: kumraortho.com/schedule-an-appointment/

📍 963 Garrisonville Road, Suite 102 Stafford, VA 22556
📞 (540) 602-7251

📍 1136 19th Street NW Washington, DC 20036
📞 (202) 785-8672

Happy Boss's Day, Dr. Kumra!Thank you for everything you do for our patients and our team, in Stafford and in DC. We're ...
10/16/2026

Happy Boss's Day, Dr. Kumra!

Thank you for everything you do for our patients and our team, in Stafford and in DC. We're lucky to work with you.

10/16/2026

Braces on day for Yael.

Before braces, Yael started with an expander to create more room for her teeth and begin correcting her overbite. Her biggest worry going in was that it would be uncomfortable.

Her verdict after getting them on: "It's fine. It doesn't really hurt or anything."

Congratulations on this next step, Yael. We're excited to see your progress.

Kumra Orthodontics, Stafford VA

If you’ve been putting off orthodontic treatment because of your age, you may still have options. Age alone isn’t the de...
10/15/2026

If you’ve been putting off orthodontic treatment because of your age, you may still have options. Age alone isn’t the deciding factor. An evaluation can help us understand what’s possible for your teeth and gums.

Book a consultation: kumraortho.com/schedule-an-appointment/

📍 963 Garrisonville Road, Suite 102 Stafford, VA 22556
📞 (540) 602-7251

📍 1136 19th Street NW Washington, DC 20036
📞 (202) 785-8672

10/14/2026

Braces don't hurt the way people think. Here's what's really going on.

Soreness shows up for a few days after braces first go on and after adjustments, because the teeth are actively moving. It's pressure, not damage. Soft foods, over the counter relief, and a little orthodontic wax handle it, and it fades within a few days. Keep it honest and reassuring, not scary.

Kumra Orthodontics, Stafford VA

10/12/2026

Mustafa thought his overbite was normal. Then he saw his X-ray and knew it had to change.

As a student with a busy schedule, he wondered how much commitment Invisalign would take. It turned out to be seamless. Reminders keep him on track, rescheduling is easy when life gets busy, and treatment simply became part of his routine.

The result so far: "I talk better, I feel like, and I feel way more confident."

Thank you, Mustafa, for sharing your experience with us.

Kumra Orthodontics, Stafford VA

10/09/2026

Want your braces off sooner? A lot of that is actually up to you.

Most cases run 12 to 24 months, but the patient controls a big part of the timeline. Wearing elastics as instructed, keeping every appointment, and not breaking brackets all shorten it. Skipping elastics is the number one thing that drags treatment out.

Kumra Orthodontics, Stafford VA

10/07/2026

Two kids, two treatment plans, one family that knew exactly why starting early matters.

Kenley is in Phase 1 treatment, and Luke is in comprehensive treatment with braces. When Carly learned both kids had crowding, she didn't wait. Having been through braces herself, she knew early treatment makes a real difference.

Her words for any parent still on the fence: "Absolutely do it. The process is easy. The kids have never had any complaints."

Thank you, Carly, Kenley, and Luke, for trusting us with both smiles.

10/05/2026

How many hours a day do you really need to wear Invisalign? 20 to 22, and that number is not a suggestion. Aligners only move teeth while they're in your mouth, and the hours out for coffee and lunch add up faster than you think. Wear time is the whole game. Save this before you start treatment.

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1136 19th Street NW
Washington D.C., DC
20036

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