Joanna Claustro DMD

10/30/2026

The Eras If Julie ✨

As Julie’s retirement day inches closer, we surprised her with some halloween laughs and the messages she’s shared with our patients over the years. 🫶🏽

We wish everyone a safe and happy Halloween! And be sure to let Julie know how awesome she is before she sets off to start a new era outside of dentistry!

PS: should I go blonde??? 👩🏼‍⚕️

10/25/2026

Burnout is real. 😓 And the impact of stress and hormonal shifts increases inflammation and reactivity throughout your body. Including your mouth.

Join me and a panel of healthcare specialists on November 7th at Stockyard Brewery in Lovettsville at the Piece By Piece Women’s Health Workshop from 10am to 4pm. This full-day event hosted by Minnie Cruz-Tolentino, MD | Family & Obesity Medicine is aimed at helping you gain a better understanding of how interconnected the systems are in our bodies. And what we can do to gain better control as we move through each phase of life.

I am looking forward to sharing my personal and professional experience with you! 💜

Registration link below ⬇️

10/23/2026

Your insurance company treats you like a transaction. We treat you as the beautiful, individual that you are. 💕

We aren’t just looking out for puffy gums and cavities — we are protecting your function, your heart, your confidence.

We start every visit with a conversation so we know what is most important to you. We take notes at every visit to track changes, so you can choose to be proactive or reactive when signs or symptoms arise.

We also take the time to celebrate your successes (both dental and non 🤩), raise you up in moments of stress, and commiserate over shared experiences.

We do all of this—yes, because we care—but because we are people just like you! People who care. People who got into healthcare because we want to connect, inspire, and influence lives in a positive and meaningful way.

If you are tired of being treated like a claim waiting to be approved or denied. Give us a call and experience the Team Claustro DMD difference. 💛

10/16/2026

I am always excited to support organizations that are aimed at elevating and empowering women to go after dreams, take control of their health, and build networks that influence for good. 💛

It was a pleasure to sponsor the Next ChaptHER Ladies Who Power Lunch at the The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner as incredible speakers took to stage to discuss perimenopause and women’s health.

If you’ve caught my series on YouTube: Perimenopause and Oral Health, you know that these topics have been on my mind. And I know that so many women are going through this normal phase of life right now. Be sure to check out the series and to subscribe to the channel! 🥰

I am so thankful for NextChapther for creating space for women and to my bad ass bestie, Alexandra owner of Excel Pilates NoVA for introducing me to the group. ✨

10/14/2026

Raise your hand if you remember Dee! 🙋🏻‍♀️ If so, come on in for some swag because that means your are an OG and have been with me for a hot minute! ⏰

Sometimes the universe sends us signs that remind us of how far we have come and the POSITIVE wave of influence we leave behind us.

Just as I have entered a season of change — fall with a fresh set of allergies, rolling out a new practice management system, Julie getting ready to retire 😭, my commitment to fighting corporate influence on patient care, my hormones 🫠… Dee walks in with her son Eli just as we had 3 OG patients in the chair and I was hit by a wave of gratitude. ✨

Dental school and all of the continuing education doesn’t prepare you for the realities of being a business owner, leader, and emotional support system for the people you care for. Responsibilities I choose day in and day out. 💛 It is humbling to know how many former team members continue to show support in different ways.

DeYondalan Kinamore Hutchinson thank you for swinging by when you could have done a million other things while you were visiting the DMV. I love seeing how much you and your family has thrived. We met on one of your hardest days and I will never forget the lessons I learned that day. Here are some pics of our babies when we were all babies! 🥰

10/13/2026

Designing a new smile requires training, collaboration, an understanding of function, and a vision. ✨ Today I got up early to work on a complex case to make sure no detail is missed. And I got to see the sun rise over Loudoun. No complaints here! 💛

I am so thankful for the education and opportunities that learning from and working with Clinical Mastery Series has given me. It’s not just knowledge and skill — but community. It’s access to incredible minds that help me see past my own blind spots and make me a better clinician for my patients. 👩🏻‍⚕️ And it’s about strengthening my ability to communicate with patients, specialists and labs to make sure outcomes exceed expectations and any challenges along the way are met with confidence.

If you are a patient choosing a dentist to rebuild your smile, don’t settle. Ask questions, be clear on your goals, and get to know your doctor’s process and training. For me, my process starts with a conversation and continues on through detailed planning, precision, and a passion to inspire smiles.

If you are a doc looking to change lives — invest in high quality continuing education. For me, I found my professional purpose with Clinical Mastery. I hope to see you at a future course!

10/04/2026

📺 New Video Drop! If you are struggling between the choice to treat a tooth with a crown and root canal, or to move forward with an extraction and implant, these 4 questions can help you gain clarity and confidence in your decision.

Too often we get recommendations and options from our doctors and we don't even know what questions to ask. My goal is to help patients become better advocates for themselves. This includes my own patients too -- because my ability to best meet their goals and expectations is limited by the conversations we share when they are in my chair.

I will be posting videos to address common dental scenarios that aren't so common for every day people. If you have a particular question or concern that you aren't comfortable asking or just curious to discuss, drop it in the comments. I'm here to demystify dentistry and inspire smiles.

Being told you need a root canal, a crown, or a tooth extraction ca...

10/02/2026

I’ve been caring for this crew and their smiles for over a decade! Watching these boys grow into young (super tall) men has been a joy. ✨

I am so proud of the youngest of patients whose families have trusted us with their health over the years, because they grow into big kids or young adults with solid dental habits, an understanding of the importance of their visits, and the tendency to have fewer restorative needs.

It has always been my goal to treat kids like the tiny humans they are with real emotions, real questions, and real concerns. Just as we do for our adults, we start our visits with a conversation. We build trust, we establish consent, and we encourage kids to think about what is important to them about their oral health.

If you are looking for a new dental home for you and your family, give us a call to schedule your new patient experience. 703-688-8768

10/01/2026

A 🦷 reminder and 🧠 hack…

Anyone else struggle at bedtime? Tonight I resorted to pairing toothbrushing with goofing off on the piano. An instrument Hudson otherwise loathed… turns out it’s fun when it’s delaying bedtime 🤪

Here’s the thing. Every night is different. Sometimes I insist that he brush right after dinner (even if he ends up snacking on something later). Other nights he’s a dreamboat and brushes for 2 minutes and flosses without argument. And, yes… once in a while I stand there brushing his teeth for him while both of us are on the verge of tears.

But I have set the standard that brushing is important. Just like doing homework. Just like making it to basketball practice.

So just like sports and schoolwork, I find creative ways to make oral health fun and a normal part of his 9-year-old lifestyle. Some nights are tough and aren’t perfect, but consistency is important when building habits.

And sometimes… we miss a night completely. But I remind him (and myself) that it’s ok… just gotta get back on track tomorrow. No guilt, but also no excuses. 😉

09/30/2026

Because you deserve the best. ✨

Dental visits can be vulnerable and uncomfortable. So when you find a dental team that takes the time to listen and understand what is important to you — it’s hard to go anywhere else.

Every visit starts with a conversation. Because every visit catches you on a new day with new concerns, new stories to share, and new goals.

Your smile is constantly changing.

That’s why finding and keeping a consistent dental team that you trust is so important. We establish your unique healthy baseline, track changes, and identify potential signs of risk so you can make confident decisions regarding your care.

With each return visit, we gain better insight into your oral and systemic health, your functional patterns, and lifestyle risks. As a result, your smile is healthier and better protected.

So, yeah… that’s why patients travel — sometimes across state lines — to experience the Team Claustro DMD difference. 🫶🏽

If you are looking for a new dental home, give us a call at 703-688-8768. We look forward to earning your trust!