With more than 23 years of experience, Dr. Umekei Smith is dedicated to helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles through compassionate, personalized care. She believes dentistry is about more than treating teeth—it’s about building relationships, earning trust, and helping patients maintain healthy, beautiful smiles for a lifetime. Originally from Mississippi, Dr. Smith earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology, magna cum laude, from Tougaloo College before receiving her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Dentistry in 2003.

Throughout her career, she has served in both clinical and dental leadership roles, helping mentor dentists, support colleagues, and advance excellence in patient care. An Invisalign® provider for more than 20 years, Dr. Smith has helped thousands of patients achieve healthier, more confident smiles and earned recognition as an Invisalign® Premier Preferred Provider. Her practice focuses on smile makeovers, cosmetic dentistry, crowns and bridges, and clear aligner therapy, allowing her to create comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each patient’s goals.

Dr. Smith is an active member of the American Dental Association and the DC Dental Society and is committed to continuing education to provide her patients with the latest advances in dental care.

Outside the office, Dr. Smith enjoys spending time with her husband, her high school sweetheart of more than 30 years, and their two amazing daughters. She is passionate about mentoring young people and giving back through community service.