About Donald F. Larson, D.M.D.

Dr. Larson offers a variety of state-of-the-art and esthetic Orthodontic treatments, including Invisalign, Invisalign Teen, and 3M Unitek Clarity and 3M Advanced braces. Your healthy, beautiful smile is within reach at Larson Orthodontics.

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Meet Dr. Larson

Learn Why Dr. Larson Loves His Job

“I love the details of orthodontics. Taking all those details and clues, breaking it all down to find a treatment plan that’s going to give my patient the best possible smile.” – Dr. Larson

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Education and Orthodontic Background

Dr. Larson is a native of Arkansas and graduated from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville with a Bachelor of Science in 1990. He received a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry in Louisville, Kentucky in 1994 and completed a two-year residency in hospital-based dentistry at the Medical College of Virginia, Richmond in 1996. Two additional years of study resulted in a certificate in orthodontics at the University of Texas-Houston Health Science Center in 1998. Dr. Larson has maintained his private practice in Alexandria since 1998.

Dr. Larson is dedicated to personal fitness, whether it be perfecting his tennis game or running the numerous local trails in the DC Metro area.

Professional Accreditations And Affiliations

Dr. Larson is a member of the American Dental Association, Virginia Dental Association, American Association of Orthodontists, American Board of Orthodontics, Northern Virginia Orthodontic Study Club, Southern Association of Orthodontists and the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce.

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Never Just A Smile

Learn why we never say “just” at Larson Orthodontics