Dr. Gerlein
Eduardo Gerlein, DDS, MMSc
About
Dr. Gerlein has been in practice as an orthodontist for over 20 years, helping to create healthy, confident smiles in the Chevy Chase, Bethesda and Washington D.C communities. Dr. Gerlein finds that being an orthodontist is incredibly rewarding as he is inspired by his patients to do his job better every day. He continually learns new methods of treatment to improve the care he gives and enjoys using his knowledge of science and engineering to make a positive difference in the lives of his patients.
Every day, he gets to see the results of his work, and he gets satisfaction both in the straight, healthy smiles he creates as well as the pride and happiness of his patients.
“It’s such a privilege to be working on people’s smiles. Think about it … is there anything more rewarding than having someone smile more because you helped them? After all this time, more than 20 years, I would do it again if I had to choose. I love it!”
Education
Education & Personal Achievements
Dr. Gerlein’s career as an orthodontist was built on a foundation of quality education.
- Certificate in Orthodontics and a Master’s Degree in Medical Science from Harvard University
- Certificate in Periodontics and Master’s Degree in Oral Biology from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.
- Member of the American Dental Association, the American Association of Orthodontists.
- Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics in the Washington D.C. area.
- Consistently recognized by Bethesda Magazine and Washingtonian Magazine as Top Orthodontist in the Washington area.
- Rewarded in 2012 as he received the Humanitarian of the year award from the District of Columbia Dental Society.
As part of his continuing education, he participates in numerous study clubs and attends the annual American Association of Orthodontists meeting every year. His periodontal background allows him to provide more comprehensive treatment planning and better long-term care for his patients, setting his practice apart from others in the area. He spends many hours studying the most effective, aesthetic, and comfortable treatments because of the value they give to his patients.
Membership affiliations
American Board of Orthodontics
A little about me
“I was born in DC but was raised in Bogota, Colombia, so I feel I am very much a part of both cultures. I moved to the US to attend the University of Michigan Dental School and then a couple of years later I went to Harvard to become an orthodontist. My wife and I have three kids who are now college graduates and all grown up! We have a golden retriever named Lucas and I love to spend my free time with my family and in the kitchen”.
FUN FACTS
Favorite artist(s): Shakira and Joni Mitchell
Favorite movie?: “I have two, Pulp Fiction and Best in Show”
Desired superpower: “Have the superpower to become invisible at will!”
Favorite hobbies: “I love to cook and I may not be too bad at it! I also enjoy hiking and playing golf.”
Favorite team? “Easy, the Nats!”
What did you think you were going to be growing up: “Sportscaster. I’ve always loved watching sports, and so I thought I would get front-row seats if I were a reporter!”
If you didn’t live in DC, where would you like to live? “Have you been to Austin? That city is amazing! Miami is also on my top list.”
