Meet Dr. Angelo Pope Jr.
Pediatric Dentist | Junior Smiles of Stafford
- Trusted Top Quality Pediatric Dentistry
Building Trust, One Smile at a Time
Dr. AJ approaches dentistry with a sense of fun and patience that establishes a natural atmosphere of comfort for children and teens. This results in an exceptional level of trust and communication between him, his patients, and their families. He prides himself on staying abreast of the latest techniques and materials in dentistry, ensuring that his patients receive top-tier care. This includes being a laser certified provider who is trained in releasing tethered oral tissues (lip and tongue ties).
Dr. AJ is an avid sports fan who enjoys reading, podcasts, traveling, and visiting various theme parks and museums with his wife and daughter. He loves sneakers but takes far more pride in his seemingly endless and random collection of fun socks. Aside from his daily commitments as a pediatric dentist, Dr. AJ is also an aspiring voice actor.
Education & Credentials
Education
Undergraduate: Florida A&M University
Dental School: Howard University College of Dentistry
Postgraduate: Long Island Jewish Medical Center
(Pediatric Dental Residency)
Professional Memberships
ADA (American Dental Association)
AAPD (American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry)
ALD (Academy of Laser Dentistry)
NDA (National Dental Association)
Licenses and Certifications
Virginia State Dental License #0401415004
Maryland State Dental License #15538
Maryland State CDS: D83717
Standard Laser Certification (Academy of Laser Dentistry)
Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
Northern Virginia Magazine's Top Dentist Award Recipient
Long Island Jewish Dental Resident of the Year
2012 Inductee into Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society
Conference Presentations
New England Science Symposium, Harvard University
University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Dentistry Hinman Research Symposium
American Dental Association/DENTSPLY Student Clinician Research Program
District of Columbia Dental Society: Nation's Capitol Dental Meeting
Why Parents Trust Dr. Pope
Builds Real Trust
Dr. Pope earns every child's confidence through patience and genuine care.
Talks Their Language
He explains everything at a child's level so they feel informed, not scared.
Positive Energy
His upbeat approach makes dental visits something kids actually look forward to.
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