Shirlington Pediatric Dentistry

Shirlington Pediatric Dentistry is a dedicated pediatric dental clinic located at 2700 S Quincy St Suite 305, Arlington, VA 22206. Led by Dr. Shwetha Rai, a highly experienced and compassionate pediatric dentist with over 10 years of exclusive practice in the field, the clinic provides specialized dental care for infants, children, and adolescents. Dr. Rai completed her doctorate at Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Dentistry, and her pediatric residency at New York University. As a parent herself, Dr. Rai understands the importance of creating a comfortable and trusting environment for young patients. The clinic's philosophy centers on preventive dentistry, aiming to instill lifelong oral hygiene habits through educational and engaging visits. Services offered include comprehensive preventive care such as dental examinations, cleanings, fluoride treatments, and dental sealants. They also provide restorative dentistry, including white fillings, tooth extractions, and pediatric dental crowns, utilizing minimally invasive techniques and modern technology like low-radiation digital X-rays and 3D intraoral scanners. Shirlington Pediatric Dentistry is also equipped for emergency dentistry, offering same-day care for injuries or severe discomfort. To ensure a positive experience for children, the clinic offers various amenities and comforts, including a warm, modern atmosphere, cheerful staff, comfy blankets, iPad bars, noise-canceling headphones, streaming apps, and ceiling-mounted TVs to help distract and entertain young patients during their appointments. Dr. Rai is skilled in behavior management and offers sedation options like laughing gas and oral conscious sedation for anxious children. The clinic is committed to personalized care, building meaningful relationships with families in Arlington, Alexandria, Falls Church, and the surrounding Northern Virginia areas. They are in-network with a wide range of insurance providers and offer financing options and new patient specials to make quality dental care accessible.