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Dr. Lucy Johnson is a board-certified periodontist at District Dental Surgery in Washington, DC, where she provides expert care in periodontal procedures and dental implants. She serves patients across the DC metro area, Northern Virginia, and Maryland, combining advanced clinical training with a compassionate, patient-focused approach. In this blog post, you’ll get to know Dr. Johnson’s background, education, and clinical interests. Whether you’re a new patient or were referred to our office for specialty treatment, this is a great way to learn more about the expert behind your care. About Dr. Lucy Johnson Dr. Johnson was born and raised in East Lansing, Michigan, and graduated from the Honors College at Michigan State University with a degree in Chemistry. She went on to earn her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Maryland School of Dentistry, where she graduated with honors and received the Dental Implant Student Award from the AAOMS. After dental school, Dr. Johnson completed a General Practice Residency at the Ann Arbor Veterans Affairs Hospital, where she gained broad experience in complex dental care. She then practiced as a general dentist before pursuing specialty training in periodontics at the Eastman Institute for Oral Health in Rochester, New York. While at Eastman, Dr. Johnson received numerous awards and recognitions. She was honored to be chosen as the Chief Resident of her department. She earned national recognition for her research on antidepressants and dental implants, which was published in the Journal of Periodontology. She also received the 2024 Graser Award at the American Association for Dental Research Conference for a groundbreaking SFOT (Surgically Facilitated Orthodontic Therapy) case, later published in The Journal of Clinical Periodontology and presented at conferences around the world. Dr. Johnson is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and is an active member of several dental, periodontal, and implant organizations. Beyond the Office Outside of dentistry, Dr. Johnson enjoys cooking, gardening, slalom water skiing, golfing, and spending time with her husband and their Australian shepherd, Archie. She is excited to return to the DMV area and looks forward to meeting patients and getting involved in the local community. Book Your Consultation Today We feel fortunate to have Dr. Johnson join our team and know our patients will appreciate her expertise and warm approach to care. Please join us in giving her a warm welcome! If you’d like to schedule a consultation, please contact our Washington, DC office at 202-831-3298 or email DC@DDSurgery.com Book Online

We’re excited to welcome a new face to our Bethesda team at District Dental Surgery: Dr. Syeda Mahbub, a highly skilled and compassionate periodontist who brings both expertise and warmth to every patient interaction. She will be working alongside Dr. Raha Yousefi and Dr. Roy Eskow. Dr. Mahbub joins us with a strong background in advanced periodontal care, including gum disease treatment, soft and hard tissue grafting, and dental implant placement. She’s known for her meticulous attention to detail and for building strong, collaborative relationships with her patients—making even the most complex treatments feel approachable and personalized. Originally from New York, Dr. Mahbub earned her undergraduate degree in Cell and Developmental Biology from the University of Rochester. She then went on to complete both her dental degree and specialty training in periodontics at Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine. Her exceptional clinical skills were recognized early on when she received the American Academy of Periodontology’s Dental Student Award for Outstanding Achievement in Periodontics. Dr. Mahbub believes that great care starts with understanding the whole patient—not just their teeth. Her thoughtful, holistic approach is a perfect fit for the level of care we strive to provide at District Dental Surgery. Beyond the Office Outside the clinic, Dr. Mahbub enjoys spending her free time taking long walks by the Baltimore harbor with her husband — usually with an ice cream in hand, thanks to her well-known sweet tooth. She’s also passionate about exploring new cultures and cuisines, and loves traveling to new countries whenever she gets the chance. Book Your Consultation Today We feel fortunate to have Dr. Johnson join our team and know our patients will appreciate her expertise and warm approach to care. Please join us in giving her a warm welcome! If you’d like to schedule a consultation, please contact our Bethesda, MD office at 301-450-8577 or email MD@DDSurgery.com Book Online