We love making you smile, and we love helping you keep your smile. Our team is dedicated to providing the best possible care to you and your family. We want your experience at Bethesda Dental Specialties to be comfortable, relaxed, and enjoyable!
From challenging the traditional method to orthodontics to innovative and advanced pediatric treatment options, we aim to provide you with the most exceptional care, service, and results. With combined unique backgrounds in modern approaches to orthodontics and pediatric care, our doctors enjoy pushing the traditional boundaries of dental care.
Dr. Hickory was one of the original pioneers of Invisalign and other orthodontic treatments (Incognito braces, SureSmile, and OrthoCad). Dr. Weil is an accredited pediatric dentist and has published scholarly journals on pediatric care for special needs children. Bethesda Dental Specialties is proud to have a team of outstanding doctors to bring you your best smile yet.
We are happy to assist you with filing dental insurance claims as a courtesy. Although no dental policy pays 100% of costs for all procedures, many insurance providers offer significant benefits. However, please know that we are not responsible for how your specific insurance company handles claims and the particular benefits they offer. Please be familiar with what your insurance company will cover, and any deductibles or co-payments that you are responsible for. Also, please let us know of any insurance changes such as insurance company, address, policy name, or a change of employment.
If you or your child is experiencing a dental emergency, our office can assist you. Severe pain, injury, or orthodontic problems that you cannot take care of yourself should be addressed immediately. The team at Bethesda Dental Specialties can help, please call 301-654-3011.
Every staff member of our team at Bethesda Dental Specialties is always ready and prepared to help you and your family keep your smile healthy and happy. We want to provide a patient experience like no other, so we take extra steps to ensure that your time in the office is an enjoyable one. From our amazing administrative team to our exceptional clinical team, to our top-notch doctors, we are all excited to help you answer any questions or concerns that you may have regarding your treatment
At Bethesda Dental Specialties, we want to be the best dental home for your family that we can be. That is why our team members attend continuing education classes annually we strive to stay at the top of the industry and to learn the latest developments in the pediatric dental and orthodontic fields.
Dr. Hickory believes in highly personalized fusion of care, leading-edge technology, and having authentic, transparent patient relationships to create beautiful, straight, healthy smiles that patients cant wait to rave about to their friends and family.
I am an Orthodontic Assistant/Clinical Expert, and I do a lot! I take diagnostic records (which includes scanning, taking panoramic/ceph x-rays, and clinical photos), submit Invisalign cases, design and fabricate retainers, bond attachments, and perform IPR!
Dr. Hickory believes in highly personalized fusion of care, leading-edge technology, and having authentic, transparent patient relationships. He loves to create beautiful, straight, healthy smiles that patients cant wait to rave about to their friends and family.As an early adopter of many innovative technologies used throughout the industry today, and with a background in orthodontic research and instruction, Dr. Hickory is an expert in both traditional and modern orthodontic methods.
Both patients and colleagues pursue Dr. Hickorys expertise. As a former full-time professor at the Orthodontic Departments of both the University of Amsterdam and the University of Maryland, Dr. Hickory regularly consults in orthodontic practices. He also teaches courses to dentists and orthodontists throughout the world. Dr. Hickory also has a special interest in teaching abroad along with hosting orthodontists from Europe and Asia for advanced courses stateside.
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Rating 4.5 out of 5 based on 84 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestMarci McCoy
a year ago
We have been going to this practice since the children were in preschool and now they are in high school. Unfortunately, something has changed in the last 18 months, appointments are often cancelled at last min and care has been inconsistent. Twice my kids showed up for appointments only to hear the dentist was sick or out and we hadn't been notified. After yet another cancellation last week, we switched to a new dentist and just learned that things we thought had been taken care of were not done.
wakil Wasaq
2 years ago
The schedulers are very rude I wish I could give them zero stars. My son after the treatment and anesthesia was so drowsy and dizzy. So, I was trying to talk with Dr. But unfortunately, while I called the schedulers, did not transfer my call to the Dr. Also did not receive the call from Doctor for another 2 hours. And I tried to call again the Doctor, but they direct my call to an automatic call system. Which is very disgusting and unacceptable. Again today dated 05/24/2022 the Bethesda dental specialties wasted our time and canceled my kid's appointment because we were 3 minutes late and then after 30 minutes a lady called and she was telling me if I take the kids back to the dentist at Bethesda dental specialties they would be seeing and examining my kids, which is frustrating and a big shame for BDS. So, please stay away from this scam BDS.
Xade Gie
2 years ago
Please run away from this facility if you care about your child they treat parents poorly. The doctor will refuse to even discuss the care of your child with you. Waited 30 mins and the doctor refuse to discuss what he/she (did not meet the doctor only the dental assistant) is going to do with my child and I was told to just seat and wait with no plan of care discuss with me. Worse facility ever
Wendi Lopez
2 years ago
(Translated by Google) Very good Clinic, they have a professional and very kind staff, especially Dr. Elizabeth, my children love her very much, especially Emily (Original) Muy buena Clinica ,tienen un personal profesional y muy amables ,especial la doctora Elizabeth mis hijos la quieren mucho en especial Emily
Lindsay M. Morton
2 years ago
I really appreciated the care and attention I received for my orthodontics at Bethesda dental specialties. I highly recommend them!
Mandy
2 years ago
Great dentist! My daughter asks when she can go to the dentist again!
Karina Mayorga
2 years ago
My kids love it this place,good attended,lovely employee.....
A C
2 years ago
My boys always have a great time there! Friendly and very professional team that I would definitely recommend.
Tsoghig Maryann Hekimian
2 years ago
Every staff member, from the front desk to the hygienist to the Dentist was all incredible kind, patient, and beyond helpfEvery staff member, from the front desk to the hygienist to the Dentist was all incredible kind, patient, and beyond helpful. My child and I felt so supported and we were so pleased with the services!ul. My child and I felt so supported and we were so pleased with the services!
Shatu Nhlapo
3 years ago
You guys have been wonderful to my children, best pediatric dentists ever. Amazing people, amazing service!
Karina Mayorga
3 years ago
My kids love it this place,good attended,lovely employee.....
Lindsay M. Morton
3 years ago
I really appreciated the care and attention I received for my orthodontics at Bethesda dental specialties. I highly recommend them!
Mandy
3 years ago
Great dentist! My daughter asks when she can go to the dentist again!
Sarah Tsien Zetterli
3 years ago
The staff are wonderful with kids!
Barney Breen-Portnoy
3 years ago
This is an excellent practice! Very professional and friendly. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for dental care for their child.
Jessica Lee
3 years ago
I'm so glad we found this practice! Dr. Dina Chehab performed an in-hospital procedure for my 4yo son, treating 9 cavities (!!!). From beginning to end, she and her staff (including the nurses at the hospital) eased my concerns and were very warm, professional, and informative. They made sure my son was comfortable and are experienced working with kids. Dr. Chehab reached out directly the evening after the in-hospital procedure to check in with my son to make sure he's recovering well and answer any questions-- that meant a lot to me. On top of all of that, the office staff are great. My kids look forward to their dentist appointments-- really cool prizes at the end! The text reminders for appointments are also a plus for busy parents juggling multiple peoples' schedules. It's not the closest place to where I live, but I'm willing to make the drive over. No brainer.
Caitlyn Solem
3 years ago
This place is great. Quick in, quick out without feeling rushed, so friendly, and screens for the kids to watch a movie while getting teeth cleaned! I wish they did adults too!
Shatu Nhlapo
3 years ago
You guys have been wonderful to my children, best pediatric dentists ever. Amazing people, amazing service!
Michal Boyars
3 years ago
Can you believe it... the kids actually LOVE visiting the dentist!! The staff here is incredible and they make dental visits fun.
Sarah Tsien Zetterli
4 years ago
The staff are wonderful with kids!
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