If you needed a root canal, you’d probably ask your general dentist to recommend a good specialist—after all, dentists see one another’s work. With the help of a firm called topDentists, we mailed a ballot to every area dentist listed online with the American Dental Association, as well as those listed online with local and national dental societies—giving virtually every practitioner the chance to participate. We also took into account awards a dentist had received. In this online list, winning dentists are identified with a “Best Dentist” logo. Please email [email protected] or call 202-296-1246.