Orthodontics
Jean Hong, DDS
The Silver Spring Orthodontist
Dr. Jean Hong is a specialist orthodontist and the owner of The Silver Spring Orthodontist, a practice dedicated to orthodontic care in Silver Spring, MD (with a second office in Olney). She treats children, teens, and adults.
Background and training
Dr. Hong earned her dental degree from the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry and completed her specialty training in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics at Marquette University — the additional postgraduate residency that distinguishes a specialist orthodontist from a general dentist. She brings more than 20 years of dedicated orthodontic experience.
Why patients choose Dr. Hong
Because her practice focuses solely on orthodontics, Dr. Hong offers the full range of treatment options — traditional metal braces, ceramic braces, and Invisalign clear aligners — with an emphasis on high-quality outcomes and personal service. Patients praise both her results and her friendly team, making her a strong local choice for families and adults seeking straighter teeth.
Practice focus
Braces for children and teens, adult orthodontics, Invisalign and clear-aligner therapy, and bite correction.
Languages and access
Dr. Hong sees patients in English at The Silver Spring Orthodontist. Confirm accepted insurance, payment plans, and which office location works best before booking.
Profile last fact-checked July 1, 2026. Information reflects publicly available sources and may change. Confirm details directly with the practice before booking.
How Dr. Hong compares
Context from the 139 providers we track across Bethesda and Montgomery County.
The only one we list in Silver Spring
The only orthodontics provider in our registry serving Silver Spring.
Trained at VCU
1 of the 107 doctors whose medical school we record studied at VCU School of Dentistry.
Medical school: VCU School of Dentistry — Richmond, VA, United States.
Figures describe the 139 providers currently in the MyBethesdaDoctor registry as of August 2026 — a curated directory, not a census of every doctor in Montgomery County. How we build this list.
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