Meet dr. fein
Meet Dr. Fein

Background and Education

 Dr. Joshua Fein, a lifelong resident of the D.C. area, graduated from Richard Montgomery High School’s International Baccalaureate Program and Duke University on a jazz saxophone scholarship, where he studied music and chemistry. He then volunteered two years teaching elementary special education in Title 1 Schools in  New York City and Durham, North Carolina before transitioning into his years of dental training.

 

Dental Education and Research

Dr. Fein graduated with the highest distinction from the University of North Carolina (UNC) at Chapel Hill. He won the Turner Award for his research on infant oral health care, published in the Journal of Dental Education. He also directed a free dental clinic for low-income patients in the greater Chapel Hill area, beginning his lifelong commitment to ensuring access and equity for all those who need dental care.

 

Advanced Training

 At the University of Maryland, Dr. Fein earned a Certificate in Endodontics and a Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences with a concentration in Oral Microbiology. His award-winning research on diabetes and endodontic infection and expertise in cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) highlight his dedication to advanced endodontic care.

Expertise and Interests

Specialized Training

Dr. Fein has specialized training in pediatric and geriatric dentistry, ensuring he can treat patients throughout their lifespan. As an athlete and a parent of athletes, he has a particular focus and extensive training in the treatment of trauma and childhood oral health conditions. Understanding the busy lifestyles and demands of the Northern Virginia area, Dr. Fein prides himself on providing cutting-edge, effective treatment that will get his patients back to their careers and able to make an impact on the world around them without being sidelined by dental pain.

 

Professional Recognition

Co-founder of the Northern Virginia Dinner and Dentistry Club, Dr. Fein is a regular speaker and expert in endodontics. He is recognized as a top dentist in various publications, including most recently being elected to the “Washingtonian’s Hall of Fame” for being named “Best Endodontist” every year for over a decade in the regional magazine, in addition to being named best endodontist in Fairfax for the fifth year in a row. He routinely serves as an expert witness in complex dental litigation, serves as a medical consultant for dental technology startups, and is an editorial reviewer for the Journal of the American Dental Association (JADA).

 

Personal Interests

Outside of the office, you can find Dr. Fein playing music, CrossFitting, running, and trying to keep up with all the pets his family brings home to love. He recently became an L1 Crossfit Coach and is passionate about creating adaptive programming for athletes of all abilities. He loves traveling and spending time out in nature with family and friends. Dr. Fein, his wife, and their two kids live in Northern Virginia, where they are active in local dental and volunteer causes.

Make an appointment

Dr. Joshua Fein and his team specialize in endodontic treatments, including root canals. Contact us with any questions or to schedule a consultation.