Dr. Benjamin O. Watkins, III is a prosthodontist who specializes in restoring both the function and appearance of the smile. He works closely with patients to help them achieve their aesthetic and functional goals, understanding that a healthy, confident smile can have a meaningful impact on overall well-being and self-confidence.

Dr. Watkins grew up around dentistry in Northwest Washington, DC. His father practiced as a general dentist in the community for more than 50 years, and Dr. Watkins considers it a privilege to continue that legacy through his work in prosthodontics.

Dr. Watkins has been married to his wife, Natasha, since 2001, and together they have fraternal twins. The family resides in Northwest Washington, DC. Outside the practice, Dr. Watkins enjoys spending time with his family, playing tennis, and photography.

Education and Experience

• 1987–1991 BA, University of Virginia

• 1991–1995 Doctorate of Dental Surgery, University of Maryland School of Dental Surgery

• 1995–1997 Certificate Program, Advanced Prosthodontics Residency, Medical College of Virginia School of Dentistry

• 1997–1998 Fellowship Program, Advanced Implant Prosthodontics Education, University of Maryland School of Dental Surgery

Professional Memberships and Recognition

• American College of Prosthodontists

• Academy of Osseointegration

• American Dental Association

• National Dental Association

• District of Columbia Dental Society

• Northern Virginia Dental Society

• Millennium Dental Study Club, Washington, D.C.; founding member

• Millennium Dental Study Club, Northern Virginia; founding member

• The NOVA Institute for Advanced Dental Education, an affiliate of the Seattle Study Club; restorative advisor

• International College of Dentists; Fellow

Accolades

• 2003: Best Dentist Award as a Prosthodontist, published in Washingtonian

• 2004–2005: "The Best Dentist in America" Award, selected by one’s peers and published in the book The Best Dentist in America

• 2006: Best Dentist Award as a Prosthodontist, published in Washingtonian

• 2006, 2009, 2012, 2014, 2016: “Top Dentist” as voted by peers, published in Northern Virginia Magazine

• 2007: Selected out of a national pool of applicants to participate in the First National Dental Association/GlaxoSmithKline Speaker Bureau and Spokesperson Development Program

• 2008: “Best Dressed Dentist” Award, published in Washingtonian

• 2009: “Top Vote-Getting Prosthodontist,” published in Washingtonian

• 2013: “Top Vote Getting Prosthodontist,” published in Washingtonian

• 2013: “Top Prosthodontist in Washington, DC,” published in The Leading Physicians of the World, International Association of Dentists

• 2014: Fellowship in the International College of Dentists

• 2017: "Top Prosthodontist" in Washington DC, Washingtonian

• 2017: Washington DC Sports Athletic Association (DCSAA); committee member

Contact our DC or McLean dental office. Schedule your next dental examination and teeth cleaning. We welcome patients from Alexandria, Falls Church, Arlington, Silver Spring, Bethesda, and nearby areas.

Contact your D.C. and McLean dentists. Schedule you and your family’s next dental examination. Drs. Kaihara and Watkins welcome patients from Alexandria, Falls Church, Arlington, Silver Spring, Bethesda and neighboring communities.

DC:
2440 M Street, NW, Suite 610
Washington, DC 20037

McLean:
6845 Elm Street, Suite 475
McLean, VA 22101