Dr. Richard P. Fordjour is devoted to clinical excellence, providing general dentistry and cosmetic dentistry treatment at the highest levels, including crowns, veneers, tooth-colored restorations and exquisite bondings. Dr. Fordjour is committed to the concept that oral health and total body health are inextricably linked. “I want patients to understand that we are maintaining their overall health by improving their oral health,” says Dr. Fordjour. “And our informed patients expect nothing less.”
Originally from Memphis, Tennessee, his undergraduate studies were in biology at Morehouse College, and he graduated from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Dentistry in 2005.
Patients are especially drawn to his gentle, friendly manner, as well as his down-to-earth approach. They feel an instant connection, whether he’s turning technical dental concepts into everyday language or simply creating an easy, relaxing rapport. Before recommending treatment, he takes time to understand each patient’s goals, concerns, priorities, and expectations. His relaxed communication style can be especially reassuring for patients who feel anxious or apprehensive about dental care. According to Dr. Fordjour, “My patients are so much more than a set of teeth. I enjoy building relationships that focus on all needs that enhance the total dental experience. Keeping patients healthy—means knowing them well.”
He believes comfort begins with trust and relationship-building. Patients should understand what is happening, why treatment is recommended, and what their options are. His goal is to make dentistry feel clear, collaborative, and manageable.
Life Outside the Office
Dr. Fordjour is married and has three young children. Outside of dentistry, he enjoys spending time with his family, listening to jazz music, playing the drums, attending live concerts, and exploring cities.
Washington, D.C., is more than the place where Dr. Fordjour practices; it is his home. He lives and works in the District and is actively involved in the D.C. community and the surrounding area. Caring for patients in the same community that he and his family call home is an important part of his professional identity.
Highly regarded for his advanced techniques in replacing missing teeth with implant dentistry, Dr. Fordjour is also known for his expertise in repairing broken teeth with metal-free porcelain bonding treatments. One of the few practitioners in the Washington region with training in the use of the Biolase “Waterlase” Dental Laser, Dr. Fordjour now offers his patients “painless” state-of-the-art treatments, such as conservative fillings, treating uncomfortable mouth ulcers and correcting gummy smiles—all without the need for needles. In addition, Dr. Fordjour is also an Invisalign-Certified dentist.
Dr. Fordjour is a graduate of historic Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia, and he earned his DDS degree at the University of Tennessee Health Center College of Dentistry in Memphis, Tennessee. With 21 years of experience, including 13 years at the Washington Center for Dentistry, Dr. Fordjour provides comprehensive care focused on long-term oral health, function, comfort, and aesthetics. He remains actively involved in dental study clubs, ongoing professional education, and acts as a board member for a local and national organization.
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Dentistry in Washington, DC
Washington Center for Dentistry – Washington, DC
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1430 K Street NW, 8th Floor,
Washington, DC 20005
| Monday | 7:00 AM — 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM — 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM — 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM — 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM — 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
