Dr. Jeanette Coutin-Gentry, DDS
Dr. Coutin is a general, family, restorative, and cosmetic dentist at Caring Dentists in Arlington, Virginia. She is a certified Invisalign provider with advanced training in Botox, including Botox for TMJ. She is a Georgetown University School of Dentistry graduate and a member of the American Academy of Facial Esthetics.
Her Approach to Patient Care
Dr. Coutin is driven by a passion for excellence, an artistic eye for detail, and a dedication to dentistry. She is committed to helping every patient achieve optimal oral health and a beautiful, confident smile, combining clinical expertise with an artistic appreciation for the beauty of a smile to create natural-looking results tailored to each patient.
Invisalign Clear Aligners
Dr. Coutin is an experienced Invisalign provider. She is a member of the American Academy of Clear Aligners. She uses an iTero digital scanner to create a precise 3D model of your teeth, with no messy impressions, and can show you a simulation of your new smile before treatment begins. She uses clear aligners to straighten teeth comfortably and discreetly, without traditional metal braces. See before and after photos of her Invisalign patients.
Relief for Jaw Pain, Headaches, and Teeth Grinding (TMJ)
Many patients come to us with jaw pain, tension headaches, or worn teeth from clenching and grinding, often without realizing a dentist can help. Dr. Coutin offers two proven options, used alone or together:
- Custom night guards: computer-designed and 3D printed from a precise digital scan with our iTero or 3Shape TRIOS scanner, they protect your teeth and help relax your jaw muscles while you sleep.
- Botox for TMJ: Dr. Coutin completed advanced Botox training through the American Academy of Facial Esthetics. Botox can relax overworked jaw muscles, which may help relieve jaw pain, headaches, and clenching.
Botox is also available for cosmetic treatments. Learn more about TMJ, jaw pain, and teeth grinding, or read Dr. Coutin's answers to common patient questions.
A Family-Owned Practice
Dr. Coutin and her husband, Dr. Philip Gentry, built Caring Dentists together as a true family-owned and family-run practice. They are not part of a corporate chain or owned by a private equity group. The dentists you meet are the owners, and every treatment decision is made together with you, based on what is best for your health.
Dentistry runs in the family. Their daughter, Dr. Lizz Gentry, is also a dentist, their son is in dental school, and their other daughter is a nurse.
Education
- Bachelor's degree, University of Florida, 1986
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Georgetown University School of Dentistry, 1990
Media and Community Education
Dr. Coutin is a strong advocate for dental and overall health education. She has made numerous television and radio appearances, including an evening news segment on dental health and live radio interviews answering listeners' health questions. She has written, produced, and directed health-related public service announcements for local television, and has written numerous dental health articles for newspapers and magazines. In 1996, she received the Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
Professional Recognition
- Active Life Member of the American Dental Association, in recognition of more than 30 consecutive years of membership
- Included in The Guide to America's Top Dentists
- Recognized as a top dentist in Virginia by Virginia Living magazine
- Named a Top Dentist by Northern Virginia Magazine
Professional Memberships
- American Dental Association
- Virginia Dental Association
- Northern Virginia Dental Society
- Academy of General Dentistry
- American Academy of Facial Esthetics
- American Academy of Clear Aligners
A Commitment to Lifelong Learning
Dr. Coutin is dedicated to continually expanding her knowledge and refining her skills through advanced education and training in all areas of dentistry. She takes great pride in transforming smiles and improving her patients' dental health and confidence.
Whether you'd like to straighten your teeth, find relief from jaw pain, or simply improve your dental health, Dr. Coutin is dedicated to helping you achieve the healthy, beautiful smile you deserve.
Dr. Coutin habla español.
Call us at 703-522-7733 and our team will get to know your needs and find the right appointment for you.