About Your Dentist

Craig W. Stout, DDS

“Do the right things for the right reasons and everything will work out.”

My Mission

“My mission is to have my team treat everyone as if they were a member of our family, providing quality dentistry with exceptional experiences.”

Education & Continuing Education

University of Maryland, Baltimore College of Dental Surgery – Baltimore, MarylandDoctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)

Northeastern University – Boston, MassachusettsBachelor of Arts

Life & Hobbies

Outside of dentistry, Dr. Stout enjoys traveling with his wife, spending time with family and friends, and playing golf.

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Mahelet Thorp, DDS

"Nothing you wear is more important than your smile"- Connie Stevens

My Mission

"My mission is to serve my community by providing exceptional dental care and helping my patients understand the importance of maintaining excellent oral health. I believe in working with my patients in a spirit of collaboration, free from judgment, and focused on meeting their individual needs. I am committed to treating every patient with the same empathy, care, and attention that I would for a member of my own family."

Education

Loma Linda University School of Dentistry – Loma Linda, CADoctorate of Dental Surgery

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill – Chapel Hill, NCBachelor of Science

Committed to Continuing Education and Professional Excellence

Dr. Thorp and her team are dedicated to providing a positive experience in the office and they are united in the conviction that this can only happen by treating every patient with honesty, dignity, and respect.  Additionally, every member of the team continues to pursue educational opportunities for advanced training that broadens their knowledge, expands their expertise, and hones their skills so that their patients will enjoy the very best dental care available.

Life & Hobbies

In her free time, Dr. Thorp enjoys traveling with friends and family, whether it's to a local beach, mountain, or even another country. She particularly loves exploring new cultures and cuisines.

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Porshca Kinlaw, DDS

My Mission

“My mission is to provide quality and comprehensive dental care to each patient. By understanding that every patient is different, and no treatment plan is the same it is my goal to use my experience and offer the most ethical dental care to each patient. I pride myself in a good chairside manner and I have dedicated my career to working with each patient to achieve the common goal of a happy and healthy smile.”

Education & Continuing Education

Howard University College of Dentistry – Washington, D.C.Doctor of Dental Surgery

Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene

University of North Carolina at Chapel – Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Dr. Kinlaw completed a General Practice Residency at the Washington D.C. Veterans Affairs Medical Center. She continues to enhance her knowledge through attending continuing education courses.

Professional Memberships

Dr. Kinlaw is a proud member of the Virginia State Dental Association, the Northern Virginia Dental Association, and the American Dental Association.

Life & Hobbies

Outside of dentistry, Dr. Kinlaw enjoys spending time with her family, including her husband and young son.