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

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

Bachelor of Arts
Northeastern University – Boston, Massachusetts

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

Doctorate of Dental Surgery
Loma Linda University School of Dentistry – Loma Linda, California

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

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

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

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.

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Samuel Lee, DDS

My Mission

"My mission is to provide the highest quality comprehensive and personalized dental care in a comfortable and stress-free environment that makes each patient feel at home. It is my top priority to always put the patient's needs and concerns first while earning their trust through effective communication, compassion, and the upmost respect. Furthermore, I am dedicated to educating my patients about the importance of good oral hygiene and improving their quality of life one smile at a time."

Education & Continuing Education

Advanced Education in General Practice Residency 
WellSpan York Hospital – York, Pennsylvania

Doctor of Dental Surgery
University of Maryland School of Dentistry – Baltimore, Maryland

Bachelor of Arts
Emory University – Atlanta, Georgia

Dr. Lee always strives to provide his patients with the best dental care by staying up to date on the most current and innovative technology and effective treatments. He continues to seek out advanced dental training by regularly taking continuing education courses throughout the year including those in orthodontics, oral surgery, laser dentistry, and advanced endodontics.

Professional Memberships

Dr. Lee is an active member of the American Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry.

Life & Hobbies

Dr. Lee is a lifelong and proud Maryland native. When he isn't practicing dentistry, Dr. Lee enjoys spending time with his wife, family, and friends as well as traveling, hiking, and cheering on his favorite local sports teams!