Dr. Kritika Paudel prides herself in being able to meet patients where they are in their dental journey and looks forward to helping them achieve a healthy mouth and a smile they love.

Dr. Paudel grew up in Montgomery county and attended Watkins Mill High School, where she graduated top of her class. She then went on to attend UMBC in a merit based, full tuition scholarship. There Dr. Paudel received her bachelors in Biological sciences. During her junior year in college, Dr. Paudel was part of a group that travelled to Panama and provided dental and medical services to over 1500 people. That mission trip was all Dr. Paudel needed to realize that dentistry and compassionate patient care was the path forward for her.

Upon completion of her bachelors degree, Dr. Paudel went on to attend the University of Maryland School of Dentistry. There, she was a part of the Prosthodontic Honor Society. During her fourth year, Dr. Paudel also completed an oral surgery clerkship that taught her a variety of surgical techniques. An active member of American Dental Association and the Maryland State Dental Association, Dr. Paudel continues to stay abreast of new techniques and technology in dentistry with continuing education courses.

During her free time, Dr. Paudel enjoys cooking, writing, traveling and spending time with her family. She recently welcomed her first baby girl, who keeps her pretty busy!