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 Dr. Kristin Bae completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Virginia, graduating with a bachelor of arts degree in chemistry. She entered the dental program at the University of Maryland’s College of Dental Surgery in Baltimore, Maryland, and she graduated with a doctor of dental surgery degree in 2000. The dental program at the University of Maryland is the oldest dental college in the world and the only dental school in Maryland, graduating top notch doctors for many decades. After graduation, Dr. Bae joined Dulles Dental Group and has remained with the organization for the last 16 years. Dr. Bae’s goal is to help each person in her care establish and maintain his or her dental health. She enjoys being able to provide care for the entire family. With a focus on general dentistry, she also enjoys doing cosmetic dentistry work. Her specialties include cosmetic dentistry, general dentistry, teeth cleanings, bridges, Invisalign®, crowns, and veneers.

Dr. Bae is fluent in both Korean and English, communicating with a diverse group of patients and making it communication one of her song suits. She is also certified as an Invisalign® provider and enjoys working with patients to improve the appearance and function of their teeth with this unique system of unconventional “braces.”

Dr. Bae, along with the entire staff at Dulles Dental Group, strives to focus on the holistic dental healing for the entire family. Her experience at Dulles Dental Group in Centreville has given her the expertise to handle any dental situation. Alongside her amazing team of dental hygienists, periodontists, and other staff, Dr. Bae is surrounded by the best cosmetic and general dentists in Centreville. Dulles Dental group is also equipped with state-of-the-art technology that Dr. Bae has been using for years.

With a quality education, experience, and attitude, Dr. Bae is fit to serve any family that comes to her with dental needs.

 Dr. Zia Ahmadzada completed his undergraduate education at the University of New York at Albany in 1997. He then went on to receive, in 2002, a doctorate of dental medicine (DMD) at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts, one of the oldest dental schools in the United States. As the second largest dental school in America, with a class size of approximately 190 students each, it has an excellent reputation, and it is renowned as a center for academic and clinical excellence. While at Tufts, Dr. Ahmadzada was recognized for attaining the Dean’s list for outstanding achievement and high performance on the National Board of Dentistry. He was also awarded an Endowed Prize Award for Ethics. Dr. Ahmadzada has been practicing general dentistry in Northern Virginia for 14 years and is dedicated to ensuring his patients receive the best possible care. His goal (and that of his team) is to provide comprehensive dental care for the whole family. His experience includes preventative and cosmetic dentistry, such as porcelain veneers, bonding, and tooth-colored fillings; endodontic procedures, such as root canals; and restorative dentistry, such as crowns and bridges. Dr. Ahmadzada is also a certified Invisalign® provider, providing quality tooth correction. In 2013, Dr. Ahmadzada was also voted one of America’s “Top Dentists.” To provide the best dental care possible, he spends a great deal of time in staying up-to-date on the latest advancements and technology. He is an active member of the Virginia Dental Association.

Dr. Ahmadzada considers each patient a partner in dental care and believes that it is his responsibility to educate them so they can make wise decisions. He starts by carefully listening to their concerns, followed by a complete and thorough examination, and consults through a discussion of treatment options. Dr. Ahmadzada's outstanding background has given him success in the dental field for over 20 years. 

Dr. James Ryee provides expert dental care and cosmetic services at C & R Dental Care to residents of Centreville, Virginia, Vienna, Virginia, and Columbia, Maryland. With more than 17 years of private practice experience, he has vast expertise in general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and dental implants at all three locations.

He was born in Korea and grew up in Ohio and Maryland. Dr. Ryee graduated from the University of Maryland Dental School and finished his general practice residency at the university hospital. He currently serves as a fellow at the International Congress of Oral Implantology. He is also a member of the Academy of General Dentistry. This makes him especially qualified to offer you the latest in implant therapies to restore missing teeth and improve your smile.

Dr. Ryee is married to his wife, Jasmine, with two children -- Zoe and Matthew -- and enjoys playing basketball, biking, and fishing in his spare time.

Dr. Ryee works at both the Vienna and Columbia locations!

Payal Patel, DMD, is a family practice dentist at Lifetime Dental Care, PLLC, in Woodbridge, Virginia.  

Dr. Payal Patel grew up in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and attended East Tennessee State University, where she graduated in 2006 with a Bachelor of Science in chemistry and a minor in health sciences. Realizing her passion for dentistry while volunteering at a local VA Hospital, she then went to Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine to obtain her Doctorate of Dental Medicine (DMD), where she had the opportunity to tutor younger dental students and enjoyed the teaching experience. She graduated from there in 2010 and received the Dean’s Award for Academic and Clinical Excellence. Dr. Patel went on to complete a general practice residency at the University of Tennessee Knoxville Medical Center, where she received advanced training in modern techniques for private practice, operating room, and dental emergencies. As part of her residency program, she also received training in the field of forensic dentistry.

Dr. Patel worked in Knoxville, Tennesse, for seven years in private practice before moving to Washington, DC. Throughout her career, she has taken courses to advance her skills in restorative and cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign, Botox, and laser procedures. Dr. Patel has a strong understanding of the latest techniques and procedures for the delivery of quality comprehensive dental care. In her dedication to patient comfort for both children and adults, she strives to reduce the anxiety sometimes associated with visiting the dentist.

In her free time, Dr. Patel enjoys traveling, hiking local trails, sporting events, rooting for the Vols, and spending time with her friends and family.

Leonard Toyer, DDS, is a general and cosmetic dentist practicing at Lifetime Dental Care, PLLC, in Woodbridge, Virginia. 

Leonard grew up traveling as an “army brat.” His family finally settled down in Fairfax County, Virginia, in his teenage years. After high school, Dr. Toyer went on to receive his undergraduate degree in biology from Hampton University. Always knowing he wanted to be a dentist, he next attended Virginia Commonwealth University to obtain his Doctorate in Dental Surgery in 2003. Wanting to increase his speed and proficiency in advanced dental techniques, Dr. Toyer then went to the University of Maryland to receive his two-year certificate in Advanced General Dentistry, which he completed in 2005. There he practiced implant placement and restoration, rotary endodontics, hard and soft tissue surgeries, and cosmetic procedures in addition to general dentistry. Since the completion of this program, he has been in private practice in Northern Virginia. 

Dr. Toyer enjoys spending time with his family, and he is an active member of the community. He volunteers his time at local clean-up programs and homeless shelters. He also is involved in youth programs, mentoring students, and participating in scholarship drives with the local chapter of his fraternity Alpha Phi Alpha.

Dr. Toyer is committed to advanced education in his field. He has been trained by the Hiossen Advanced Dental Implant Research & Education Center to become proficient in implant placement and restoration.

Edward Park, DDS, is a general and cosmetic dentist practicing at Lifetime Dental Care, PLLC, in Woodbridge, Virginia. 

Dr. Park grew up in Woodbridge, Virginia, and went on to attend the University of Virginia, where he received a Bachelor of Arts in biology. He went to Nova Southeastern University, where he earned his DMD degree and was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon national dental honor society. After graduating, he earned an Advanced Education in General Dentistry certificate at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Providence, Rhode Island. There he received advanced training in up-to-date dental techniques in different fields of dentistry, including digital dentistry, which he has been using in private practice.

Dr. Park understands the importance of good oral health and enjoys taking the time to educate his patients about their teeth. He is committed to providing quality care as well as building relationships with his patients.

When not in the office, he likes hiking, mountain biking, camping, playing soccer, and watching movies.

Christy Hark, DDS, is a family practice dentist at Lifetime Dental Care, PLLC, in Woodbridge, Virginia. Dr. Hark was born in South Korea when she and her family moved to Alexandria, Virginia, at an early age. 

Ever since she was young, she knew she had a passion for the art of dentistry. In her high school and college years, she attended dental assisting programs and took part-time jobs as a dental assistant, where she was able to grow her experiences working in dental offices and learning from remarkable doctors. She fulfilled that hope at Howard University College of dentistry and where she earned her degree in Doctor of Dental Surgery.

Dr. Hark has vast experience working with all age groups and people from all different walks of life. From pediatrics to geriatrics, she has served as a dentist in assisting living facilities, group homes, medically underserved populations, as well as corporate dental practices, but she has found her passion to be amongst the children and helping kids. Dr. Hark values self-confidence and feels that the best part of her job is to know that kids can grow more confident in themselves through a beautiful smile and a strong self-image.

Dr. Hark enjoys volunteering with organizations such as Missions of Mercy and Give Kids A Smile because she believes in giving back to the community and helping those who have a harder time helping themselves.

Dr. Hark knows she cannot change the world, but if only she could change the world of an individual, she would change somebody’s world.

During her free time, she likes to spend it with the ones she loves: her family, friends, and her cat named Twinkie. She is a member of Global Mission Church and is an active member of the worship band as a pianist and singer. Her hobbies include playing the piano, binge-watching Netflix, drawing, singing, and most of all, spending time with her husband.