Richard Hughes, DDS, FACS

Degrees, Training & Certifications: Dr. Hughes received his Bachelor of Science in Microbiology from the University of Maryland in College Park, MD. He graduated from Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry in Nashville, TN with a degree as a Doctor of Dental Surgery. His Post Doctorate Certificate in Oral Implantology is from Howard University of Dentistry in Washington, DC. Dr. Richard Hughes is a fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry and the American Academy of Implant Prosthodontics, and Board Certified by the American Board of Oral Implantology/Implant Dentistry. He is also a reviewer for the Journal of Oral Implantology, and is on the surgical staff of INOVA Loudoun Hospital in Leesburg, VA. Dr. Hughes, with 21 years of experience in implant dentistry, is a national and international lecturer on numerous topics about implant dentistry, an implant surgical demonstrator and clinical investigator.

Special Interests: Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry

Professional Memberships & Affiliations: Part One Test Construction Committee, American Board of Oral Implantology/Implant Dentistry; Oral Examiner, American Board of Oral Implantology/Implant Dentistry; Board of Directors, The American Academy of Implant Prosthodontics; Editorial Advisory Board, Journal of Implant and Advanced Clinical Dentistry; Infection Control Committee and Cancer Committee, INOVA Loudoun Hospital, Leesburg, VA; on the Board of Trustees of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry

Practice Philosophy: You’ll love the personal attention we give to your comfort and appearance. And, you’ll appreciate our use of the latest materials, modern treatment techniques and our pleasant relaxed environment.

Patient Testimonials: “Dr. Hughes is the Picasso with dental implant and cosmetic procedures. Thank you for my new smile.”

“Dr. Hughes, you gave me better health and a new bite out of life.”