Modern Family Dentistry in Fairfax

Your Friendly Fairfax Dentist

Meet Dr. Ridhi Doshi-Shah

Dr. Doshi loves all phases of dentistry, but her favorite part about being a dentist is developing real relationships with her patients and helping them to love their grins. With her rich expertise, approachable personality, and enthusiasm for dentistry, she's cultivating an atmosphere where patients of all ages can smile with authentic confidence. She will be sure to provide you with the treatment that is best-suited for you. No matter where you're at on your dental journey, she'll meet you right there with compassionate care and honest, encouraging guidance every step of the way.

What To Expect At Your First Visit

Whether you're new to the area, need a new Fairfax dentist, or you haven't seen a dentist in a while, we're here for you. Our office is a judgment-free zone, and all are welcome. Not sure what to expect from your first visit at our Fairfax dental office? Here's a quick breakdown of the basics:‍

• Reviewing dental records - If you have records from previous dentists, you can certainly bring them into our office in Fairfax. This is not required, of course, but having access to your past dental records can help Dr. Doshi and the team at our office provide more informed treatment, and learn more about the oral health challenges that you may have faced in the past.
• X-rays – For new patients, we recommend a set of digital x-rays. X-rays help our team look below the surface, and identify past dental work, signs of tooth decay and gum disease, and more. X-rays are usually taken before teeth cleanings.
• Teeth cleaning – Next, one of our friendly dental hygienists in Fairfax will use special tools to scrape plaque and tartar buildup from your teeth. Then, they will polish your teeth and floss to remove any remaining particles.
• Oral exam – After your cleaning, you’ll get to meet Dr. Doshi. Then, Dr. Doshi will take a look at your x-rays and perform a quick oral exam to check on the health of your teeth and gums.
• Discussion & treatment planning – After your x-rays, cleaning, and exam, Dr. Doshi will discuss her findings with you. If you’ve got a clean bill of health, you’ll be sent home after scheduling your next six-month checkup. But if she notices something that needs further attention, Dr. Doshi will discuss it with you, and help you choose the right treatment to get your oral health back on track.

Why Are Twice-Yearly Dental Cleanings Important? 

We recommend that our patients in Fairfax visit Healthy Smiles Dentistry every six months for a teeth cleaning and oral exam. Why is it important to get preventive care in Fairfax ? Well, there are lots of reasons.

First, cleanings and checkups help remove plaque and tartar buildup that can't be eliminated at home, even with proper brushing and flossing. This helps keep your mouth healthy. Routine checkups also help Dr. Doshi catch oral health issues like gum disease and cavities early, and recommend appropriate intervention and treatment. This helps you save time and money, and gives you peace of mind.

And speaking of money, six-month checkups are typically 100% covered by dental insurance. This means that you're leaving money on the table if you don't get a checkup twice per year. And even if you don't have insurance, we have a membership plan that includes two cleanings and oral exams and a full set of yearly x-rays, all for a low price.

Our Membership Plan In Fairfax

No Insurance Needed!

If you don’t have dental insurance in Fairfax, that’s not a problem. At Healthy Smiles Dentistry, we’re dedicated to making healthy mouths affordable for everyone. That’s why we offer our Membership Plan. For a low price of $275 per year, you will get the following benefits:

• Two teeth cleanings per year
• Two oral exams per year
• One set of yearly x-rays
• One oral cancer screening

So don’t worry. Even if you don’t have insurance, you can get the care you need at our Fairfax dental office for a low price. For more information about our membership plan or for any other questions, you can contact us online or give us a call at (703) 915-7330.