1010 N Glebe Rd suite 120, Arlington Virginia 22201
Visiting DC area for my daughter's graduation and had a tooth ache that was getting worse. My sister-in-law referred me to Dr. Ahmadian and Arlington Advanced Dental Care as she has had significant work done over the past year and is extremely complementary. I called and mentioned I had been referred and they fit me in that afternoon! Arrived at 1:30pm, the reception was professional, very friendly, and efficient. Had the X-rays w/in 20 min of my arrival and Dr. Ahmadian saw me within 10 min. He highlighted I had a broken tooth and asked me if I was aware. "Well that explains the jagged edge I can feel with my tongue!" I said! This reminded me of my last cleaning when my dentist highlighted it would likely be an issue soon.Dr. Ahmadian illustrated the risk of how close the base of the cavity was to the nerve and was upfront and honest there was a significant risk of hitting the nerve. if so, a root canal on a Friday afternoon was in my immediate future. Additionally, Dr. Ahmadian highlighted the issue of the implant which was next to this tooth. The bone and the implant looked very strong and no issues, but the gum line was inflamed and would need some additional investigation when I got home and could see my regular dentist and oral surgeon.Dr. Ahmadian's care, easy going manner, and complete honesty of the issue was GREATLY appreciated. Multiple shots of novocaine before the drilling, a few more as they were unfortunately needed, and extremely efficient work by him and his dental assistant to clean out the old filling, clean out the additional cavity sections, and then fill the cavity and repair the exterior where the tooth had cracked and broken. AND HE DIDN'T hit the nerve!!Most importantly, Dr. Ahmadian highlighted his concern this work could be temporary as the size of the cavity and the thinness of the actual tooth's exterior at this point could very well result in an eventual root canal and implant need. This honesty and counsel of the best course of action was extremely important and he took the time to make sure I understood. I accepted this risk and I am very glad I did as of course his steady hands and care did not hit the nerve!Dr. Ahmadian advised me to avoid chewing on that side for a couple days, try to eat soft foods regardless, and to expect it to be tender for a few days. It was definitely tender and still is a bit but because he took the time to speak with me on the whole issue, I wasn't concerned.When Dr. Ahmadian highlighted the importance of my finding my dentist to see as soon as possible and to make sure the gums by this tooth and the implant were looked at, I inquired whether there was any infection and should I go on an antibiotic to be safe. He highlighted there was no infection but the tenderness of the gums was to be expected and it was important to see a specialist for a follow-up.Thank you Dr. Ahmadian for your expert care, your honesty and taking the time to make sure I understood every aspect of my situation. You explained and illustrated the issue, the risks, and even though you weren't sure if you could avoid hitting the nerve, you were able to and I consider myself extremely fortunate i was referred to you from by my sister-in-law.Thank you to the reception staff, the dental assistant, and the efficiency of the entire process!! Danny