Dentist Near Me FAQs in Burke, VA

Our Burke dental office is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 7:45am to 4:45pm. We are closed on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. Early morning appointments can make it easier to fit a checkup in before work or school. You can book online at any time or call us during office hours.

Yes. Dr. Maryam Ashraghi and our team welcome new patients of all ages. A first visit usually includes a health history review, digital X-rays, an exam and a cleaning when your gums are healthy. Ask about our $149 New Patient Special, which includes an exam, X-rays and a regular cleaning, in the absence of periodontal disease.

You can book online through our scheduling page at any time, request an appointment through our website, or call (703) 436-4375 during office hours. If you are in pain or have a dental emergency, please call rather than booking online so our team can talk with you and look for the soonest available time.

For most people, yes. Seeing a dentist every six months helps prevent tooth decay, cavities and gum disease, and lets us screen for oral cancer. Regular visits also reveal small problems, like a cracked filling, before they get worse. Catching issues early usually means simpler, more comfortable and less costly treatment. Dr. Ashraghi may suggest a different schedule if your gums need extra care.

Most likely. We are in-network with most PPO dental insurance plans, including Delta Dental, MetLife, Cigna, Aetna, Guardian, UnitedHealthcare, BlueCross BlueShield, GEHA, United Concordia and Ameritas. Our team files your claims for you and helps you get the most out of your benefits so that you save more on each visit. Call us and we’ll check your coverage.

You still have affordable options. Our No Strings Smile Plans are an in-house membership: for a monthly or yearly fee you receive exams, cleanings, X-rays, fluoride and an emergency exam, plus a discount on additional care, with no waiting periods or annual maximums. You can also use Cherry financing to pay for larger treatment in smaller monthly payments.

Yes. Dr. Ashraghi and our team are happy to see young patients and offer kid-friendly dental care designed to prevent tooth decay and cavities from an early age. Along with regular checkups, cleanings and fluoride treatments, we share simple tips you can use at home to improve your child’s oral hygiene and help them get excited about brushing and flossing.

Call our Burke dental office at (703) 436-4375 right away. We will ask about your symptoms to understand how serious the problem is and offer a same-day appointment whenever possible. Our first priority is relieving your pain; then we create a treatment plan to fix the underlying cause, whether that is a broken tooth, an infection or a lost filling.

A root canal itself should not be painful because the tooth is fully numbed first. The pain you feel beforehand comes from the infected or damaged pulp inside the tooth, so most patients feel relief once treatment is complete. It is normal to have some soreness for a few days afterward, which can usually be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers.

Absolutely. Dr. Ashraghi is known for her gentle, light touch and her focus on pain management, and some patients tell us they did not even need numbing for certain procedures. Let us know about your worries when you book. We will explain each step, go at your pace and check in with you throughout your visit.

Yes. We offer professional Zoom teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, dental bonding and clear aligners to help you improve the color, shape and alignment of your smile. Our current specials include $600 Zoom Whitening, a $100 Clear Aligners Consultation and a free Smile Makeover Consultation, where Dr. Ashraghi can talk with you about the options that suit your goals.

We work closely with trusted local dental implant specialists who surgically place the implant. After it heals, you return to Alpine Dental, where Dr. Ashraghi designs and places your custom crown, bridge or denture on top. We also offer other tooth replacement options, including traditional bridges and full or partial dentures, and can help you compare them.

Bleeding gums are often an early sign of gum inflammation, called gingivitis, which can progress to gum disease if it is not treated. Brushing gently twice a day, flossing daily and keeping up with professional cleanings usually help. If your gums bleed regularly, feel tender or look swollen, schedule an exam so we can check your gum health and recommend treatment.

Yes. Many of our patients come from West Springfield, Springfield, Fairfax Station, Newington and other parts of Fairfax County. Our Burke office on Old Keene Mill Rd is a short drive from these communities and just east of the Fairfax County Parkway, making it a convenient choice if you are looking for a family dentist close to home.