Your childs lifelong journey to optimal whole-body health and wellness starts at Ashburn Childrens Dentistry. For almost 20 years, weve been honored to be one of Northern Virginias most awarded practices, and we were most recently voted 2019 Northern Virginias Top Dentist. At Ashburn Childrens Dentistry, we believe that every kid deserves an amazing smile that instills confidence for life, while setting them up for long-lasting health.

Unlike conventional dentistry practices, we go beyond standard fillings and orthodontic work, and ask WHY? Your teeth tell a story; they are the windows to your health. We look for the story the teeth tell us about your childs health, using a comprehensive integrative approach to address the root cause of issues that can potentially lead to a multitude of developmental health concerns.

We practice from the heart delivering outstanding, customized dental care to create an experience that exceeds each patients expectations from the moment they walk through the door. We are authoritative leaders in pediatric dentistry utilizing lasers and other advanced technologies. Through education and collaboration, we help parents commit to a wellness journey that focuses on proactive prevention and conservative actions that prioritize overall health at each stage of development.

We also believe that getting dental treatment and other types of care should never be a scary experience! Thats why we deliver care in a fun, loving, non-threatening environment where both children and parents feel appreciated by our well-trained staff on their healing journey.

At Ashburn Childrens Dentistry, we practice from the heartdelivering outstanding customized pediatric dental care to create an experience that exceeds each patients expectations in every area of contact. We are authoritative leaders in pediatric dentistry utilizing lasers and other advanced technology, while providing education and resources to parents, patients, and affiliated healthcare providers.

Our work is both fun and exciting. Our energized, talented, and educated team members come together like family to create a comfortable, positive, nurturing, and safe environment that yields a sense of personal fulfillment, joy, and pride. We are committed to mutual respect, clear communication, and teamwork.

We help our patients commit to focusing on prevention for the sake of their overall health. When treated by Ashburn Childrens Dentistry, patients attain optimal health and cheerfully refer us to their friends and family.

Simply put: Our mission at Ashburn Childrens Dentistry is to treat the reasons why dental and health issues occur, thus preventing dental problems and illness later on by Growing Healthy Faces and developing optimal physiologic airways and breathing patterns as early as possible.

Our coaches and educators are bonded in their commitment to serving our patients and their familiesthis starts with helping every family feel welcome and at home during their visits. The service we provide is energetic and fun to maintain a positive atmosphere and experience for every patient.

Our experienced team members are educated as registered dental assistants and maintain their skills through seminars and continuing education. Our team members skills complement those of our pediatric dentists. For instance, our Administrative Coach is a certified lactation counsellor who enjoys helping nursing moms achieve easy, painless breastfeeding that enhances bonding. With the support and guidance of our team, children and parents receive thoughtful care that boosts health and confidence.

Cly has been involved in the dental field since joining our team in 2016. She has special training in CPR and in myofunctional orthodontics from organizations including the American Orthodontic Society. Cly is trained in the Myobrace system and has completed the curriculum on pediatric airway treatment from Obstructive Sleep Airway University. She loves interacting with our patients. Away from the office, she treasures the time she spends with her family.

Pamela has been working in dentistry since she joined our team in 2011. She has a masters degree in astrophysics with minors in climate studies and English. Pamela has completed the curriculum for airway treatment from Obstructive Sleep Airway University. Her favorite part of the job is helping people and bringing them cheer. Outside of work, she is interested in political science, astronomy, and aerospace education through NASA. A member of the NYPD Auxiliary, she believes in fighting for what is right, forgiving others, and doing Jesus work the best way she can. She volunteers with many organizations, including the Civil Air Patrol. She likes to help elect politicians who care for people. She is passionate about causes including environmental protection, child abuse, senior citizen rights, and veterans and soldiers.

Ethan has been involved in dentistry and also part of our team since 2011. He is certified in CPR and in radiation health and safety through the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB). He has completed advanced studies in myofunctional orthodontics, Myobrace, and Invisalign. He has completed the curriculum for treatment of pediatric sleep apnea from Obstructive Sleep Airway University. Ethan enjoys working with kids and knowing that their experiences at our office will help them see the dentist office as a fun place rather than a scary one. His hobbies include listening to all kinds of music and anything that gives you a thrill!

Patricia is a trained dentist with more than 20 years of experience who joined our team in 2006. She completed the sleep and airway treatment curriculum from Obstructive Sleep Airway University. She has also completed advanced training in the Myobrace and ALF appliances. She recently graduated as a Certified Specialist in Orofacial Myology from the Graduate School of Behavioral Sciences. Patricias favorite part of the job is working with kids and learning new techniques all the time. Her hobbies include biking and playing tennis.

We utilize advanced dental technology to provide superior care while improving patient comfort both during and after treatment. Explore our state-of-the-art technology and learn how each system helps us deliver dental services of uncompromised quality and exceptional results. This technology allows us to create the healthy smiles we are known for!

At Ashburn Childrens Dentistry, we pride ourselves on being a beacon of the community. We are happy to serve all of our loyal and valued patients in Ashburn, and our dentists love giving back to the community and supporting multiple charities and causes, including:

Get up-to-date information about a wide range of important topics by visiting our pediatric dentistry blog! Posts are devoted to examining the latest treatments, technology, and trends in the field, as well as answering common questions about pediatric dental care.

Ashburn Childrens Dentistry is built upon a foundation of great leadership and our dentists unwavering dedication to providing the highest-quality care. We are proud to have an incredible team of extensively trained and experienced pediatric dentists led by Lynda Dean-Duru, DDS. Dr. Lyndaalong with Dr. Krystle, Dr. Chalmers, and the rest of our dental teamdemonstrates an ongoing commitment to childrens overall wellness, continuing education coursework, training in new treatments and techniques, and pursuing opportunities for community service. Most importantly our dentists love what they do!

My passion is seeing children grow and develop properly with healthy airways and great sleep habits. I have always wanted to be a pediatric dentist since I was 8 years old. For over 20 years I have been committed to making every child and family feel safe, comfortable, and welcome. As a mother of two, I understand the importance, and hard work that goes into instilling good sleep and dental habits from an early age. Our mission at Ashburn Childrens Dentistry is to treat the reasons why dental and health issues occur, thus preventing dental problems and illness later on by Growing Healthy Faces, developing an optimal physiologic airway and breathing pattern as early as possible.

My passion is improving overall health through facial growth guidance and airway development. Caring for children is so powerful and rewarding, and with that, understanding the importance of utilizing gentle and minimal intervention therapies. Treating the source of their issues instead of symptoms and focusing on early prevention has been critical to my role in educating parents and making a difference in their childs development into a healthy and resilient adult.

Natalia I. Chalmers DDS, MHSc, PhD has more than 20 years of clinical and research experience in pediatric dentistry. Dr. Chalmers has dedicated her career to serving the dental needs of children in private practice, educational research, and national leadership roles.

Our team at Ashburn Childrens Dentistry knows that you want nothing but the best for your children at every age. Thats why we invest in the best technology to identify cavities and diagnose other oral health issues before they become more significant and costly problems. Weve also selected technology that makes treatment more efficient, effective, and comfortable for our young patients. Below we have catalogued the state-of-the-art technology we offer and detailed how each system supports our goal of providing the highest-level of dental care possible.

Our CBCT system gives our dentists the clearest view of each patients mouth, jaw, and airways. The scans generated with this system allow us to perform comprehensive evaluations related to the health and function of key internal structures.

CBCT stands for cone beam computed tomography. This type of advanced imaging system generates high-resolution 3D images of the areas being examined. The detailed CBCT images surpass the quality of traditional dental X-rays, clearly showing bone, dental structures, nerves, and soft tissue, which allows our pediatric dentists to formulate accurate diagnoses and aids in precise treatment planning. Our CBCT system can capture a variety of images and angles, some of which include a panoramic scan of your childs mouth, a Ceph scan (a scan of the side of the cranium), and an airway scan that can evaluate breathing challenges and capabilities. CBCT scans represent the most advanced level of diagnostic imaging a dental practice can provide and we are proud to be able to offer our patients this incredible technology in the comfort of our office.

The high-performance Fotona LightWalker offers an impressive degree of treatment versatility. From soft tissue to hard tissue procedures, LightWalker delivers outstanding precision and speed, while optimizing patient comfort and treatment efficiency.

Low level lasers, which are also called soft or cold lasers, can be used in dentistry for a variety of exciting applications. We use low level laser therapy to primarily treat pain and inflammation non-invasively, with a 85 95% efficacy rate and no negative side effects. When utilized by our experienced dentists, low level lasers can be used to accelerate healing and tissue repair, control inflammation, reduce scar formation, promote wound healing, stimulate bone repair/remodeling, and reduce discomfort. This type of laser does not generate heat and simply exposes targeted tissue to light particles, producing therapeutic benefits with no side effects.

Among the newest technological advancements in our office are our SOPROLIFE (LIFE stands for light induced fluorescence evaluator) HD Intraoral Cameras. We use this laser high-definition intraoral camera as a part of every dental exam to evaluate teeth and detect areas of decay that the naked eye and X-rays can sometimes miss. This advanced camera can even illuminate decay on the viewing screen to help show you where your dentist is looking, point out specific areas of concern, and differentiate the degree of decay that is present. Most importantly, our SOPROLIFE cameras help provide more accurate diagnoses when decay is in its earliest stages and enable our dentists to proceed with the most effective and conservative approach for treatment.

The iTero Element 5D Imaging System is the most advanced intraoral scanner available. This versatile technology allows our dentists to capture detailed 3D scans of the teeth for a variety of applications.

When it comes to 3D imaging, the iTero Element 5D intraoral scanner and imaging system represents the pinnacle of todays dental technology. This dynamic system is one of our most powerful diagnostic and treatment planning tools. The iTero Element 5D operates without radiation and can be used to create 3D digital impressions, capture clear oral scans, detect caries between teeth, and perform digital treatment simulation. The beautiful digital display allows patients and their parents to visualize problem areas and engage with treatment plans in an interactive way. Treatment progress can also be visualized with this system to show patients how their smile is improving with each visit.

The portable DEXIS CariVu device helps our dentists detect carious lesions (or caries), which are areas of tooth demineralization that have occurred, leaving the tooth more vulnerable to decay. DEXIS CariVu uses transillumination technology to make caries and cracks more apparent at the earliest stage so that effective intervention can be performed to reinforce the tooth and prevent the development of more serious decay.

At Ashburn Childrens Dentistry we offer the latest in digital X-ray technology to detect a broad spectrum of dental and oral health problems our patients may be experiencing. Unlike conventional X-rayswhich were time-consuming, emitted dangerous levels of radiation, and did not always produce the highest-quality diagnostic imagesour advanced digital X-ray system is quicker and safer, and provides high-resolution images that can be easily enlarged for closer inspection. Digital X-rays are an important part of annual dental examinations, allowing our dentists to identify problems early and keep a close watch on emerging issues. When patients come in with specific complaints, various types of digital X-rays (periapical, panoramic, and cephalometric radiographs) can provide images that are key to achieving accurate diagnoses and planning successful treatment.

Quick, customized SmileLase treatments allow our dentists to connect neurologic pathways that may be preventing proper function and causing discomfort. These touch-free, infrared healing treatments are based on cutting-edge scientific research and technological advancements to benefit complex patients affected by irregular development, pain, and/or trauma. SmileLase is FDA-approved and provides our dentists with yet another state-of-the-art treatment option for safely and effectively improving patients health and facial beauty.

We offer at-home WatchPAT sleep study tests to help diagnose pediatric sleep apnea and other sleep-disturbing breathing issues. The WatchPAT system from Itamar Medical makes the sleep study process simple. The comfortable, non-intrusive equipment is worn while your child sleeps and collects all the important data needed to make an accurate diagnosis. The data collected by WatchPAT is sent to a licensed sleep physician in Washington State for interpretation and diagnosis. Best of all, results are received within 15 minutes of downloading the data! Our dentists recommend WatchPAT for children who are 65 pounds or more, typically while other diagnostic records are being obtained.

The HRPO tool we use for our patients essentially tells us how much oxygen is in the blood and how much distress the body is in while sleeping. The information gathered with the HRPO tool allows us to evaluate a patients breathing from a physiological standpoint. HRPO gives us information about where an individual is starting and how much they are struggling, providing a quantitative benchmark to monitor and track improvement.

Our office offers laser dentistry with the Waterlase all-tissue dental laser, which can eliminate the need for anesthesia and drills for a wide spectrum of dental procedures. Waterlase has completely revolutionized the dental experience for todays children by improving comfort, enhancing treatment speed, reducing noise levels, and optimizing treatment outcomes. With Waterlase, our dentists can perform virtually pain-free dental fillings without drilling and the need for local anesthetic injections or chemicals. This incredible laser technology selectively removes only the decayed portion of the tooth, which allows our dentists to conserve more healthy tooth structure. Waterlase is also used to perform gum and tissue surgeries, eliminating the need for scalpels and sutures while minimizing pre- and post-operative bleeding and inflammation. Additionally, surgical incisions created with the Waterlase heal significantly faster than those made with a scalpel, and no scar tissue forms during the healing process.