Pahlavani Dental

Pahlavani Dental is a prominent dental clinic located at 402 Rhode Island Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20001. Founded and owned by Dr. Edna Pahlavani, a native of Washington, D.C. and a graduate of USC Dental School, the clinic is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate dental care. Dr. Pahlavani specializes in both cosmetic and family dentistry, with a particular passion for cosmetic procedures. The practice emphasizes a natural and holistic approach to dental treatments, aiming to minimize treatment time and the need for anesthesia while effectively eliminating infections and toxins. They prioritize patient comfort, offering amenities like Nitrous Oxide for those with dental anxiety and using advanced technologies such as digital x-rays (reducing radiation by up to 95%), magnification loupes, fiberoptic drills, ceramic fillings, state-of-the-art crowns, and soft tissue lasers. The office is also "green" and toxin-free, committed to using BPA-free products and offering safe mercury-containing amalgam filling removal services with extra suction protection. Pahlavani Dental offers a wide array of services, including general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry (such as Invisalign), pediatric dentistry, dental emergencies (with efforts to schedule same-day appointments), root canals, tooth restorations, periodontal treatments, extractions, and dental implants. They are also equipped to help with headaches, facial pain, and jaw discomfort, including TMJ disorder, utilizing treatments like Botox. The clinic has a strong focus on patient experience, evidenced by numerous positive reviews highlighting the friendly and professional staff, the welcoming atmosphere, and Dr. Pahlavani's excellent bedside manner and thorough explanations. They aim to make patients feel at home and comfortable throughout their visit. Pahlavani Dental is a paperless office and utilizes automated appointment reminders. They work with most major insurance plans and are transparent about financial policies, noting that co-payments and deductibles are due at the time of service for insured patients, and self-pay options are available. The clinic hours are typically Monday-Thursday: 9am to 5pm, and Friday & Saturday: By Appointment Only, with Sundays closed. They also offer online video visits for certain patient consultations.