X-rays are a focused beam of x-ray particles passed through bone which produce an image on special film, showing the structure through which it passed. This provides the familiar black and white images doctors and dentists use to diagnose problems and disease. Without an x-ray of the whole tooth and supporting bone and gum tissues, there would be no way to detect infection or pathology that requires attention.

In our office, we use digital radiography which allows us to take x-rays using up to 90% less radiation than conventional film x-rays. Using this technology, we are able to take an x-ray of your mouth by using a small sensor that records the image of your teeth and sends it to a computer. The result is a highly detailed image of your mouth that can easily be enhanced to better diagnose dental concerns and determine the very best treatment for each case.

With this advanced technology, we can zoom in on small diseased areas, cracks, chips, and worn metal fillings with extreme precision. The full-color images taken with the intraoral camera are sent to a computer screen so we can clearly see and diagnose dental problems much earlier than with traditional dental technology. Because images are displayed on our screens, patients will also be able to see areas being worked on and are able to gain a better understanding of dental procedures being performed.

Air abrasion is a drill-less and more gentle approach to remove decay from the teeth. An air abrasion unit is a small instrument that blasts a fine stream of air and particles onto the teeth to spray away decay. The small particles are made of silica, aluminum oxide, or baking soda and aid in cleaning the tooth surface. Air abrasion allows for decay to quickly be removed while conserving healthy tooth structure. The particles and decay are then suctioned out of the mouth.

Air abrasion is gentle because it generates no heat, sound, pressure, or vibration. In addition, it reduces the need for anesthesia, making it an ideal choice for children and those who experience dental anxiety.

Soft tissue lasers are used to safely remove soft tissue, such as excess gum tissue. The soft tissue laser can also be employed to destroy bacteria in gum pockets, preventing infection and allowing the tissue to return to a healthy state. The soft tissue laser enabled the dentist to treat our patients with extreme accuracy and eliminates the need for most stitches.

The dentist performs most of his dental procedures while wearing a pair of funny looking glasses called surgical telescopes. These powerful glasses have magnifiers on them, allowing the dentist to see fine details that would go unnoticed to the naked eye.

Our office is a completely digital (paperless) dental office. This means all x-rays and charting are made and recorded with the aid of the computer. This technology allows us to maintain your dental records electronically and cuts down the unnecessary paperwork used with traditional paper charting. Traditional paper charting is difficult to keep standardized from doctor to hygienist to assistant. Even handwriting differences and coding make the charts look different. The computer eliminates this problem by using consistent charting methods that are accurate and precise, making it easy to read your dental chart and see up-to-date information. Digital charting standardizes the charting process so it is clear, easy to understand, and enables us to provide the most accurate and precise care to our patients. When needed, this method also allows us to quickly and securely share information with your other health care providers.

Our office uses computerized shade matching to make restorations that perfectly match the color of your natural teeth. Old methods of shade matching can be inaccurate and inconsistent. Our shade matching system is a small hand-held device that captures tooth hue, value, and chroma to create precise color matches. With this technology, you can be confident that your restorations will beautifully match your natural teeth.

Dr. Mitchell Weiner is a general dentist who earned a Doctor in Dental Surgery degree from the University of Maryland, School of Dentistry. Dr. Weiner also earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Frostburg University where he was president of the biology honor society.

Dr. Weiner has advanced training from a residency program that he completed from the V.A. Medical Center, University of Louisville, Nortons Childrens Hospital, in Louisville, Kentucky. He received post-doctorate training in all the dental specialties with rotations in oral and maxillofacial surgery, cosmetic implants, laser surgery, oral pathology, periodontal surgery, general practice dentistry, TMJ, and anesthesia and intravenous sedation.

Dr. Weiner currently holds dental licenses for the state of Maryland, South Carolina, as well as the District of Columbia. He was on staff at Prince Georges Hospital Center for almost 20 years and is a volunteer at a clinic in Charleston, South Carolina.

Dr. Richard Batz is both a dentist and a pharmacist. He graduated from the University of Maryland, School of Pharmacy, with High Honors, and practiced hospital pharmacy for 15 years. He is also a graduate of the University of Maryland, School of Dentistry, where he received the Senior Thesis Award.

Dr. Batz has experience in working with physicians in oncology, internal medicine, pediatrics, psychiatry, surgery, and shock trauma. His knowledge of pharmacology, and drug interactions is very valuable with the increase in aging patients with multiple medications. Our multispecialty practice model is similar to a hospital setting. Dr. Batz believes this gives our patients optimal care.

Dr. Ali Eghtesadi is an Endodontist specializing in root canals and endodontic microsurgery. He attended the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) as an undergraduate student earning a B.S. in biology with honors. He then went on to attend the University of Maryland Dental School on a full academic scholarship, which he earned for being in the top 5% of his entering dental class. After graduation from dental school, Dr. Eghtesdai was accepted for General Practice at the prestigious Harvard University School of Dental Medicine. After the completion of his general residency, Dr. Eghtesadi went on to pursue a specialty in Endodontics at Lutheran Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York.

Dr. Eghtesadi is greatly concerned with patient care and explaining treatment procedures to his patients in detail. Making his patients comfortable and reducing their anxiety is of great importance to him.

Dr. Sumana Kafle attended Dental School at New York University College of Dentistry. During Dental School, she was the President of Pediatric Club and was actively involved in community service including Dental Health Fair, Special Olympics, Dental Van, and Give Kids a Smile Day. She received the Certificate of Merit American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Predoctoral Student Award for excellence in pediatric dentistry. She has served as a volunteer for NYU Dental campaign to Grenada, where she provided dental care and education to underprivileged children. Her experiences reinforced her passion for working with children and adolescents.

Dr. Francis Hunte attended Howard University where she completed the Bachelor of Science, Doctor of Dental Surgery accelerated the program, graduating with honors. Dr. Hunte later completed the Brigham and Womens Harvard-Wide General Practice Residency program in Boston, MA. She later was accepted into the Mayo Graduate School of Medicine where she completed a four-year residency in Prosthodontics and Maxillofacial Prosthetics.

Dr. Jeffrey Brain was born in Quantico, Virginia and raised in Lima, Peru. Being raised in Peru he benefits to the office by being one of the few who are bilingual. He graduated from the University of Maryland Dental School in 1991 with a Doctorates Degree in Science and received The Quintessence Award for Clinical Achievement in Periodontics. After getting an officer commission in the U.S. Naval Dental Corp, he attended a one year General Practice Residency and worked as a general dentist for 4 years. He graduated from a 3 year residency in Periodontics at Bethesda Naval Post Graduate School in 1999 and obtained Diplomate status by the American Board of Periodontology in 2000. He voluntarily separated from the Navy in 2002 and lives in Bethesda, MD.

Dr. Jonathan Dukes obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery from Howard University, College of Dentistry in 1999 with honors. The following year Dr. Dukes achieves his Oral Surgery Residency/General Practice Residency at D.C. General Hospital. Dr. Dukes started working with Drs. Batz and Weiner beginning the summer of 2000 and has been here ever since. For lesiure, Dr. Dukes enjoys playing golf and tennis. Dr. Dukes has been happily married for 20 years, and resides at home with his wife and two sons who are 19 and 15.

Dr. Ronnie Jones is a retired United States Army Periodontist with a Doctor in Dental Surgery and a Bachelor of Dental Sciences Degree from the University of California, San Francisco School of Dentistry. Dr. Jones received his Post-Doctorate in Periodontics from the U.S. Army, Fort Gorden master of Oral biology- medical college of Georgia. He was Chief of the Department of Periodontics in U.S. Army at Epes Dental Clinic, Fort Meade, Maryland.

Dr. Sharon Kavandi is a general dentist with over eleven years experience. She received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology from George Washington University. She continued to receive a Master of Microbiology Studies before entering Georgetown University Dental School. Dr. Kavandi graduated at the top of her class in May 1990 with a degree in Doctor of Dental.

Dr. Sint Wai Wai is a general dentist and graduated from Temple University School Dentistry, Pennsylvania. She received a Bachelor of Science Degree and a Master of Science Degree in Physical Chemistry from Rangoon University.

Dr. Ali Shah attended University of Maryland, College Park on full academic scholarship for his undergraduate career, obtaining a duel Bachelor of Arts degree in art history and business. He then continued on to receive his DDS from Howard University, College of Dentistry in 2010.

Although Dr. Shah is a new dentist, he started at Drs. Batz and Weiner at the age of 18 as a sterilization tech. Moving onward to an oral surgical assistant, he discovered his passion for dentistry and applied to dental school. Now back at Drs. Batz and Weiner, Dr. Shahs immense love for dentistry allows him to enjoy work every day, and when hes off, football and basketball are other passions which he loves to pursue!

Dr. Fariba Danesh earned a nursing degree as well as a degree of doctor of dental surgery. She earned her doctor of dental surgery from Case Western Reserve University, School of Dentistry in Cleveland, Ohio, where she earned a clinical scholarship and an award for clinical excellence. She holds a Maryland state dental license. Dr. Daneshs nursing experience and her degree in dentistry are a wonderful combination in the dental field.

Dr. Tontesh Tawady graduated from the University of Maryland Baltimore County with a Bachelors of Science in Biology. He received his dental degree from the University of Maryland, School of Dentistry in 2012 and completed a general practice residency at the Philadelphia Veterans Affairs Medical Center. In 2016, Dr.Tawady completed a three-year endodontic residency at the University of Maryland Post-Graduate Endodontic Program with a masters degree. While at the University of Maryland, he pursed in endodontic healing and its relationship to Diabetes, and was awarded an American Association of Endodtics (AAE) grant. This research led to a top resident award at the 2015 AAE National Conference. Dr. Tawady was also awarded the Tony Poti Memorial Scholarship which is given to the resident who demonstrated consistent excellence in the field of the clinical endodontics.

Dr. Jacqueline Isabelle is a native of Prince Georges County who graduated from University of Maryland College Park with a B.S in psychology and minor in hearing and speech. Dr. Isabelle furthered her education by obtaining a DDS from University of Maryland, School of Dentistry. Afterwards, Dr. Isabelle completed her Post-Doctorate residency in Westchester, New York where she continued her education in all specialties. She took call alongside oral surgeons at Westchester Medical Center and Phelps Memorial Hospital. Dr. Isabelle is currently a general dentist who enjoys seeing patients of all ages.