Orthodontists in Sterling

Dr. Rana Barakat became an orthodontist to fulfill her lifelong dream of creating beautiful smiles for her patients. Her passion for orthodontic care originated in her childhood, because she needed to have extensive work on her own teeth. When her treatment finished, Dr. Barakat became so elated looking at her new, beautiful teeth in the mirror that she was inspired to become an orthodontist to help others feel the same way.

To this day, she has always believed that a beautiful smile is essential to achieving oral health as well as confidence. While Barakat Orthodontics uses the most innovative orthodontic technology available, it is Dr. Barakat and her team’s personal touch that really makes patients feel so special. It is her priority to provide excellent orthodontic treatment, ensure optimal clinical results, and at the same provide a warm, positive experience for patients.

Dr. Barakat completed her specialty training in Orthodontics at the prestigious Eastman Dental Center, University of Rochester, New York, in 1996. She attended the University of Tennessee, College of Dentistry in 1990 and received her Doctorate of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) with honors in 1994. She attended Vanderbilt University for her undergraduate studies in 1987. Dr. Barakat regularly participates in continuing education programs to stay current with leading treatment techniques.

Dr. Barakat is a Board- Certified Orthodontist, an achievement held by only 25% of all orthodontists. She has been featured in several magazines, including Health and Beauty, I am Modern, and Northern Virginia Magazine. Dr. Barakat has been voted “Top Orthodontist” by her peers in Health and Beauty Magazine (2006, 2007, 2008), Washingtonian Magazine, Top Orthodontist (consecutively 2009 – 2018), Northern Virginia Magazine (consecutively 2009 – 2018) and Virginia Living Magazine (consecutively 2011 – 2018). Most recently, Dr. Barakat has been voted a “Top Dentist” in the Nation by topDentist.

In her free time, Dr. Barakat volunteers at area schools for career day and dental health education, and she enjoys spending time with her husband Jerry, and their two children, Hope and Paul.

Dr. Samaneh Mojarrad is a Board Certified Orthodontist and native of McLean, Virginia. Dr. Mojarrad received her Doctorate in Dental Medicine from Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine. While in dental school, Dr.Mojarrad graduated with High Honors and was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society for her excellence in academics and leadership, an honor that is given to the top students of each graduating class.

Dr. Mojarrad received her Doctorate in Dental Medicine from Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine. While in dental school, Dr. Mojarrad graduated with high honors and was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society for her excellence in academics and leadership, an honor only given to the top students of each graduating class.

Dr. Mojarrad’s love for art and passion to provide patients with a healthy beautiful smile led her to continue her dental training at the Ivy League school, University of Pennsylvania where she received her Masters of Science in Oral Biology and certificate in orthodontics. Dr.Mojarrad’s hard work and dedication to clinical excellence led her to win the “Eugene L. Gottlieb JCO Student of the Year” award in a nation-wide competition upon graduating in 2018. While completing her Masters studies,
Dr.Mojarrad conducted research under the supervision of Dr. Songtao Shi, a pioneer in mesenchymal stem cells and a highly esteemed researcher. Dr.Mojarrad’s research in the field of dental mesenchymal stem cells, was chosen as the most outstanding research thesis in 2019 and was awarded “The William S. Kress Research Award”.

Outside the practice, you will most likely find Dr. Mojarrad taking pilates classes or going for her 5k walks while listening to her favorite podcasts. She also loves exploring new restaurants with friends and finding cozy cafes to read a book or write in her journal. When at home, she likes trying out healthy baking recipes, practicing calligraphy, and drawing.