We at Fidel Dental Group are committed to providing the best possible dental care to our patients. We offer a wide range of treatments such as preventive dental care, crowns, bridges, periodontic treatment for gum problems, teeth whitening and dental implants. No matter what your dental concern may be, rest assured that our staff can address it so that you can achieve the beautiful, healthy smile of your dreams.
Dr. Arpi Khare is the proud owner of Fidel Dental Group (soon to be Arlington Dental Studio!) and a boardcertified pediatric dentist. She was raised in Virginia and attended the University of Virginia for her undergraduate degree. She then went on to the University of Maryland for her dental degree where she graduated magna cum laude at the top of her class. Following dental school, she completed an additional two years of pediatric dental training at Virginia Commonwealth University. . She has been practicing in theDMV area for 6+ years and was voted a top dentist by her peers in Washingtonian magazine in 2019, 2020, and 2021. Dr. Arpi has always loved being around kids and takes great pride in being able to care for your children in her practice. Having two young sons herself, shewill always treat your children with the experience of a pediatric dentist, but the heart of a mom. She is excited to meet all of the families at FDG!
Dr. Dong-soo Hong has been with our practice since 2016. He received his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Virginia Commonwealth University. He moved to Boston to receive a certification of Doctor of Dental Medicine from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine.
Dr. Hong moved to Long Island, NY to attend a one-year general practice residency program at Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine. He then moved back to Boston where he completed a three-year specialty residency in Prosthodontics at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in 2013. During the residency, he appeared as a lecturer in the Minuteman Lecture at the Yankee Dental Congress. After finishing the post-graduate Prosthodontics program, he obtained diplomat status from the American Board of Prosthodontics.
Dr. Jeffrey Brain has been with our practice since 2007. He was born in Quantico, VA, and raised in Lima, Peru. Dr. Brain graduated from the University of Maryland Dental school in 1991 with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree and received the Quintessence Award for Clinical Achievement in Periodontics.
After receiving an officer commission in the U.S. Navy Dental Corps, he attended a one-year General Practice residency and worked as a general dentist for four years. He graduated from a three-year residency in Periodontics at Bethesda Naval Postgraduate School in 1999 and obtained Diplomate status from the American Board of Periodontology in 2000. Dr. Brain voluntarily separated from the Navy in 2002, and currently lives in Bethesda, MD. He speaks fluent Spanish.
Dr. Hee-Chul Chung is a dedicated dental careprofessional with ten years of experience in general dentistry. Dr. Chung exhibited specialtalent in his handwork from early childhood, assembling plastic airplanes as he enjoyed workingwith his hands.Dr. Chung is passionate for his dental work,combining his hand skills with art to createbeautiful smiles.Dr. Chung obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgerydegree in 2011 at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry and worked in Iowa for two yearsbefore relocating to Virginia after falling in lovewith this community.
In Virginia, he is committed to keeping the patientskeeping the patients best interest in his heart and stayingin touch with the latest technology. He has attended numerous continuing education courses including renownedDawson Academy and Phelan dental seminars.When Dr. Chung is not working, he enjoys hiking, working out, reading books and watching Netflix.
We know that our office is only as effective and as welcoming as the people who work in it, which is why we take pride in our friendly and well-trained dental team members! We put your needs first to achieve efficient and comprehensive treatment in a supportive and nurturing environment. We promise to speak candidly with you about possible treatments as well as any risks and associated costs of treatment, and how treatment can address your individual needs.
Our staff is uniquely trained and highly skilled, and we strive to provide unparalleled service to each patient. Our staff consists of team members with specialized training and certifications, and years of experience in treating patients with the highest level of care. We strive to stay abreast of the very latest in technology and advances by regularly attending continuing education programs as well as meetings hosted by the Hinman Dental Society, the American Association of Dental Office Managers, and the American Dental Association.
What I love the most about dentistry is the possibility of restoring someones confidence by giving them a smile they can be proud of. That is what I like about this office because here we care for the patients not only in a professional way but personally by seeking to offer them the best dental care available.
Juliana has been working in our Arlington office for over two years. As our office manager, she is responsible for the smooth operation of the office and most importantly for ensuring the satisfaction of our patients. Apart from overseeing the administrative functions of the practice she has also received training in instrument sterilization, treatment room preparation, dental radiography(she has been certified by the Commonwealth of Virginia), and basic dental assisting procedures.
When youre looking for affordable dentistry in Arlington, VA, we at Fidel Dental Group strive to be your choice. We dont just want to offer you comfortable, high-quality dental treatments we want to make sure that you can afford them as well. We understand that many patients dont have dental insurance, which is why weve decided to come up with an inexpensive and attractive alternative. If you wait until you have an emergency, you can end up spending more than you think on dental costs. However, with our discount plan, youll be able to ensure your smile and save yourself money.