"I love this dentist," exclaimed my eight-year-old daughter. Showing up for our first appointment,…read morewe didn't have to wait at all in the lobby. The exam and cleaning took 30 minutes. The staff are friendly and good with kids. TVs are on the ceilings for kids to watch as their teeth are being cleaned. They get to keep the sunglasses and take home a goodie bag of stickers, floss, and a toothbrush. Street parking is easy to find during the day and there are many shops and restaurants nearby.

Always a great experience. Welcome and vibrant environment for the kiddos. No wait time! Fast and…read morequality service. My son's favorite part is the overhead TVs that they set to the child's preference. Our hygienist was so thoughtful and had great bedside manner. The doctors are great.

I did not yelp this dentist before visiting. I called hoping to get something before school starts…read moreand was able to come in the same day. My daughter and I arrived on time and were seen right away. The staff was friendly, even while this woman in the waiting area was freaking out and being rude, impatient and demanding. Some people are so entitled they can't even see beyond their nose. It's pitiful. Anyway, they handled that woman with care and calm. The assistant who saw my daughter was friendly and patient. The bedside manner at this office is truly professional and child-friendly! My daughter was scared but they calmed her fears and entertained her anxious chatter. Overall, I am so glad I found this place for my daughter. She will be a regular!

After spending over $3000 for extra's like sealants we had to miss an appointment due to my…read moredaughter having a bad cough (that also kept her from school). I was told that they would not waive a $50 fee for cancelation. They do not believe in treating patients fairly. I would pick somewhere else to go for treatment.

Dr. Charlie is terrific. Both of our kids have seen him for years. Thorough, knowledgeable, caring…read more Although no kid really loves going to the dentist, our kids appreciate the care they get and don't resist it which is a huge win. Both kids and parents are happy! And the office is well run.

I took my toddler here for their first visit based on the great reviews I saw on this site. She had…read moreseen a dentist before but was still nervous about a trip to the dentist, but felt better once she was in their office - very fun and kid-friendly with toys and books - and a welcoming staff! My kid had a great experience, got lots of fun stuff, and loved the dentist and hygienist and rest of the staff. I am glad to have found a wonderful neighborhood pediatric dentist practice - highly recommended!

We had our daughter's first appointment today and it was awesome! We got a full tour of the…read morefacility so we could better understand how things are set up, my daughter (toddler aged) got a little bag right up front with a toothbrush & sunglasses, and everyone was great introducing themselves and adding special touches throughout the appointment (stickers, tv, little toys, explaining each piece of the exam). They also gave great direction and advice on how to update her dental care and ensure we were doing all the right things at home. Also the coffee for the parents - 5 stars, they had me immediately. I'd recommend to anyone looking for pediatric dental care!!

I wish that I had a dentist and team this amazing when I was growing up! I didn't, and I am…read morerevisiting years of dental trauma because of it, , but my kids will never experience that because Dr. Derek and the entire office is amazing. Run don't walk to get your children signed up for this amazing dental experience so that they will go through life as lovers of the dentist as opposed to how most of us probably grew up, in perpetual fear. To the team, thanks for always being amazing for years and years. We can't go anywhere else, and wouldn't want to, see you in 6 months!!

Not even a little bit surprised to see that Treasured Pearls has 5 stars…read more Let's start with the fact that they never double-book, so when you walk in, the staff are ready for you. I have only ever had to wait when an emergency patient took priority over my cleaning. Rather than having the hygienist give you a cleaning and then getting a quick cursory exam from the dentist, Dr. Barnes will do your cleaning. They have computerized everything, so that your records are easily accessible and update-able. Cathy, the receptionist is so warm and nice, she puts you at ease as soon as you walk in (in fact, she always greets me by name). She also is great at explaining any questions you might have about billing. This is where I refer all my friends and colleagues, and I hope that I never have to find another dentist.

Dr. McKenzie is sloppy, incompetent, inconsiderate, and terrible with children. Though it looks…read morelike some other reviewers have had better experiences with her, I note that she gives patients giftcards in exchange for positive reviews. My two young children were patients of Dr. McKenzie from 2025-2026; though we have had problems with her from the beginning, we put up with her because her office was conveniently located downtown. We had made our first appointment with her for a routine cleaning, for which she charged us $398. When my children showed minor discomfort with the dental chair, instead of working with my children or giving me a chance to put them at ease, she made me take more time off of work to come back later. During the follow-up appointment, the cleaning was less thorough than the twice-daily brushing that the children have at home. She did not use a polisher or any other dental tools, and the only task that she did that I could not do myself was apply flouride paste to the children's teeth. We came back after my daughter fell and injured her mouth. I had mistakenly thought that my daughter's tooth had fallen out and wanted to get the injury professionally examined. Dr. McKenzie was so inept that, even after examining my daughter, she did not realize that the tooth was actually pushed into my daughter's gum. (I found out weeks later after the tooth began reemerging.) The last straw for us happened when we were 15 minutes late for one of the children's appointments due to a subway delay. (The children had back to back appointments scheduled at 10am and 1030am.) We had called in advance of the appointment to let Dr. McKenzie know that we would be running late and provided an accurate ETA, and Dr. McKenzie's assistant told us that we could still come in. It was not until after we arrived that we were told that both of the appointments would be cancelled, even though we had called ahead and were 15 minutes early for the second appointment, and that we would be charged a $200 cancellation fee.

I went to Dr. Thomas Malone because he was close and in-network…read more The X-ray machine was down at my first visit but he said he could tell I had a cavity that needed filling. The cleaning was the most painful I have ever experienced, and I generally like dentists. He is nice enough, but not very interested in explaining the details of what he is doing. The staff was fine. My second appt, what should have been a filling turned into a surprise root canal- he got in there and said it was worse than he thought. I should have stopped him right there and gotten a second opinion. But I was already Novocained up and trusted him. I am not sure whether I needed a root canal or not, but the tooth had never cause me problems or pain before. So, 6 more appts later.... My tooth has been in pain for 4 months, this has been the longest and most painful dental experience of my life. He thought the pain was from an infection and gave me 2 Rx for antibiotics. Finally he figures out he only got 3 of the 4 roots that he needed to, and that is why I have been in pain for so long. Now I am stuck with a sore tooth and insurance won't cover another procedure on the same tooth for 2 years. Never again will I go back to him.

Let me start by saying everyone in this establishment is very nice! I found them all to be…read morepleasant, including the dentist UNTIL today. I came for my initial visit which was just a cleaning and X-Ray. Small office. They play music which I actually really enjoy because it's relaxing. First visit was fine.. But he informed me I needed A LOT of work done. I left willing to return as soon as possible. Second visit I told him which tooth gave me the most pain and that's the tooth he decided to work on. Said he wasn't entirely sure how bad it was but didn't wanna do an unnecessary root canal so decided to do a fill-in. At that very moment, I was turned off. Because I want my dentist to be sure the decision he's making is the RIGHT one. During the procedure he tells me my tongue is being defensive and I needed to relax it. Well it's F****** numb so I really can't control what it's doing. Once I went to rinse my mouth afterwards I noticed a tiny chunk of flesh and a bunch of blood in the sink. For an entire week after the fill-in my mouth was so sore, I could barely open it, my tongue had been cut in 3 different areas, and guess what.... That tooth? Still hurt like hell. I was pretty scarred from that visit and didn't want to return but I figured maybe they'll refund me since his uncertainty left me $110 short. I just went back in TODAY not fully expecting a refund but for the price to be adjusted if I decided to get the root canal. Dear God I have never been talked to the way he did by a dentist. He gave me so much attitude and said that his time went into doing the fill so there will be no price adjustment. It was like he was trying to chastise me for asking a simple question. I was pretty shaken after that, I just couldn't believe his response. He then suggests we do the root canal right now. So I say well I wanna know what that will cost me before we begin. He has his nurse go to the front desk to run the numbers but insists on starting the numbing process. But I stopped him and as it turns out the root canal would have ran over and I'd be paying out of pocket! There's still more! He says "well let's find another tooth to fill" .. Yet again with uncertainty, he fills one of them then ends it by saying "I'll put the medicine in there and pray this works" I'm still completely in shock! You can't regrow teeth so if you plan to keep yours, stay away from this place !

I've been going here for less than a year but I love it!…read more First off Dr. Lee is amazing! She's friendly, very knowledgeable and gentle. Second off, their office it's easy to get to (walking distance to Shaw Metro stop/many buses drive by or around their office) and last but not least, their staff is very friendly and always willing to help. Covid note: they take your temperature prior to coming in, they have those divisions between the front desk and customers to protect everyone, and they provide special mouth wash before they get to work on your teeth!

OMG - I cannot recommend this place enough!! I've had trouble with my teeth my entire life and…read moreafter not having insurance to go to the dentist for a few years - and knowing that I had a least a couple of problems - I was wrecked with anxiety both about what they would tell me and getting the work done. I honestly was on the verge of tears sitting in the chair for my first appointment. Dr. Troy Vagianelis is an anxiety whisperer! He was super calm but engaging. He asked me if there were specific things that raise my anxiety (yes) and he offered work arounds or modifications while still getting everything done. As others have said, the office is nice and clean - but doesn't have that sterile clinical feeling. My appointment started on time and I didn't feel rushed at all. The woman at the front desk was nice and very helpful. I had a question about my insurance and she could answer it! I cannot tell you how much of a relief it is to have found Pahlavani Dental!

I wish I could have gone to a dentist that catered to kids when I was young! The fact that I can…read moreensure my kids are getting a gentle and bespoke experience is a relief. Both of our kiddos are patients and they actually love going to the dentist. The space is made just for kids, the dentists, hygienists, and staff are all great at interacting with kids and helping them feel at ease in what for many adults can be a stressful experience. Each part of the process is fun for the kids. You can really tell that Dr. Anamelechi thought through every step of the experience -- from the waiting area with different activities (like coloring and reading) to the fun sunglasses you wear during the visit to the interactive x-rays. My kids feel special throughout and I am grateful to have found a pediatric dentist that offers such a thoughtful and fun experience. Another thing is that they take most insurance and offer sliding scale for families without insurance. The DC location takes BCBS (the MD location does not yet but might be working on it). Anyway if you have kiddos, go to Children's Choice! They will love it!

Children's Choice is a small, mom-owned, growing business that provided excellent service. This was…read moreour daughter's first visit to the dentist and the team worked extremely well together and were full of true professionals. From the moment that we arrived, everyone was welcoming, friendly, and put us at ease. They provided great tips and guidance to support my daughter's dental care, and even had some toys to give her to show that dentist trips are not a bad thing. The whole process was quick and easy. Thank you!

After nearly 5 years I need to write this review to sing the praises of Dr Keaney and her whole…read moreteam. It's really rare to experience an office where all staff members are kind, helpful, and friendly, but that is this office. From the admin person to the front desk staff to the hygienists to the dentist herself, this is an office that truly cares for the kids and their families. All the staff are all positive and supportive. The office is very clean and conducive to kids, with tvs in the ceiling, toys in the waiting room, and kids decor throughout. There is a dry erase board where each kids name is written to welcome them, a very nice touch. Each kid gets a goody bag at the end and a token which can be used on the toy vending machines in the lobby. This is a HUGE hit with the kids! They usually get little jewelry trinkets or toys that they get excited about. One time the staff gave them balloons which was sweet. The dentist herself is very kind and gentle and thorough with the kids. She'll take time to answer questions and explain things. The same go for all the hygienists here. I always get a good vibe when coming to my kids dental appointment!

Dr. Flanagan and their staff appear to be in a rush over the past several years to drop common…read moredental insurance carriers. On September 2023, she dropped Aetna PPO. Just this month, she has decided to drop Metlife. This appears to be a pattern -- a pattern of dropping some of the more common insurance carriers. I do not know for how long it has been going on, but it causes chaos and unpredictability around a part of a young child's life that is already scary and confusing. This is arrogant and, and it sends a perhaps unintentional signal that her team possibly care only about the wealthiest members of the Arlington community who can afford to bear the burden of this unpredictability. It forces busy families to scramble to find a new dentist for their child -- and I fear it can cause harm to children who develop a bond of trust with one building and staff to be migrated to another. So, pray tell, how do Metlife families at your practice explain this to their 3 and 4 year olds? If you don't belong to an extremely high-earning two family household, Dr. Flanagan's practice is not for you. You cannot predict from one year to the next if you can afford for your child to be seen at this practice.

We've been going here for 4 years and she is good at simple, routine check-ups and cleanings if you…read moreare in-network with her and don't mind a 15-20 minute wait time. There has been decent turnover in her staff recently and insurance can be an issue. Like other reviews say, she speaks really quickly using technical terms. In her unclear technical terms, she referred us to an orthodonist and sent us down a rabbit hole that resulted in days of lost time and ultimately, an overnight non-conclusive sleep study. When I followed-up with her on this, without reviewing any of the medical notes, she immediately referred us to another provider. I take all potentially complicated dental issues to another dental provider and just come here for regular, easy check-ups and cleanings which she is pretty good at and are covered by my insurance. Her location is really convenient.

We went in for an emergency cavity for my Daughter. I had called and made the appt 2-3 weeks prior,…read moresince we were going out of the country for several weeks and didn't want to be stuck in another country with tooth pain and no way to manage it. Dr. Karen clearly had a hard morning but instead of being professional, taking a few mins to recompose herself, she took it out on our family decides she wasn't going to do it because she was running behind. We drove 45 mins to see her. Her energy was rude , like she could care less about what I was asking or my daughter. Now we are stuck with tooth pain going out of the country. We could have gone somewhere else. This was a very bad experience