DDS, MS, Periodontist / Prosthodontist

Meet Dr. Rafat

Bio

As a proud northern-Baltimore County native, I am so glad that my career has brought me back to the Hunt Valley area. Valley Dental Health is my way of giving back to the community that has given me so much throughout my life.

My passion for general dentistry inspired me to pursue five years of specialty training in order to be able to treat patients with more complex general dentistry needs. I believe patient education is paramount in achieving dental goals and ensuring that the dental therapy I provide continues to function in health for years.

I also believe that professional education is vital in staying updated on developments in the field of dentistry, so I am a member of several local study clubs and several national dental organizations. I am also currently on the Dean’s Faculty at the University of Maryland Advanced General Dentistry residency program, teaching dental students and continuing to stay on top of the latest in dental science and patient treatment.

What I love most about dentistry, beyond being able to help my patients achieve oral health on their way to overall health, is meeting so many people from different walks of life. Every patient has a story to tell, and getting to know my patients and growing with them through the years is incredibly fulfilling on both a professional and personal level.

I can’t think of a better team than the one we have at Valley Dental Health – everyone is so warm and welcoming, and it allows our patients to feel completely calm and comfortable from their very first visit to VDH!

In my spare time, I enjoy spending as much time as possible with my amazing wife, our two awesome kids and our two mischievous rescue pooches. We love being outside, going to baseball games, and staying active and healthy!

Education

  • Dulaney High School – Timonium, MD
  • Bachelor of Arts (BA), Dartmouth College – Hanover, NH
  • Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), University of Maryland – Baltimore, MD
  • Certificate in Advanced General Dentistry, University of Maryland – Baltimore, MD
  • Specialty Certificate in Periodontics, University of Maryland – Baltimore, MD
  • Master of Science (MS), University of Maryland – Baltimore, MD
  • Specialty Certificate in Implant & Periodontal Prosthodontics, University of Maryland – Baltimore, MD

Awards/Honors

  • The International College of Dentists Award (Presented for demonstrated leadership as a dental student and future leadership potential) – 2006
  • The Harry W.F. Dressel, Jr. Award (Presented to the AEGD resident who best exhibits clinical proficiency in general dentistry and the concept of total patient care) – 2007
  • Chief of First-Year Residents (Advanced Education in General Dentistry – University of Maryland) – 2007
  • Presenter at the Northeast Implant Symposium – 2009
  • Volpe Prize Finalist (Presented for the best clinical research in periodontology by students in dentistry) – 2011
  • Top Dentist (Voted in Baltimore Magazine’s annual Top Dentist issue) – 2012

Interesting Facts

  • What is your favorite food? French fries
  • What is your favorite movie? Star Wars…all of them!
  • What kind of music do you listen to? I rock out to Pearl Jam.
  • What was your favorite cartoon growing up? Duck Tales…no question.
  • Orioles or Ravens? I back the birds!
  • What is your favorite Baltimore memory? The first time I walked over the big Orioles logo painted on the street outside of Memorial Stadium. My aunt took me to my first baseball game and I think of that moment every time I walk to Camden Yards.

Dr. Rafat proudly serves as a dedicated educator at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry.

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What Our Amazing Patients Say

Kim Abbott
Kim Abbott
2023-10-25

Fantastic place, everyone is very friendly & thorough from the office staff to the dentist . I’m Getting full implants.
They explained everything & answered all of my 900 questions. Every visit is a great experiance , no more anxiety.
I will be going back again ! So happy I found Valley Dental !

Kurt Yearwood
Kurt Yearwood
2023-10-23

Great professional, friendly place . I love everyone there !!

Brittany Murray
Brittany Murray
2023-10-18

The staff are all very friendly and make you feel right at home. I especially love Tiffany at the front desk, she’s the best! I have been coming here for about 6 years now and haven’t had any complaints. I got to meet Dr. Gear and she was fantastic. She took her time to explain the preventive care that was being suggested, answered all of my questions in great detail, and diligently and quickly did my fill in. I highly recommend this dental office!!

Sharareh Atighehchi
Sharareh Atighehchi
2023-10-13

Best in Maryland.

Annette Gardner
Annette Gardner
2023-10-12

Great dentist, great staff ! I gave a great fear of dentist but valley dental is amazing

Margaret Corcoran
Margaret Corcoran
2023-10-12

Every person I encountered in this office was kind and helpful! They bent over backwards to make sure I was comfortable, and Dr Gear is wonderful!
Thanks for all did yesterday to help me!

Michael Nicholson
Michael Nicholson
2023-10-12

A place where you can go and be genuinely appreciated. Every aspect of your procedure is carefully performed and described to. Valley Dental Health is more than worth 1 hour drive I take to get there.

Paul B
Paul B
2023-10-09

I came to Valley Dental 15 Months ago. I had a lot of Dental work to do Dr Rafat and his staff did an excellent job. I am so glad I left my old Dentist and Found Valley Dental. I highly recommend this practice to Anyone.
Best Regards
Paul M Bozman Jr

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