Hello, I am Dr. Hanna Hanania. I am the oldest of three children. My brother, sister, and I have amazing parents. They instilled many important values in my siblings and I, such as honesty and respect. They also taught us self-confidence, excellent communication and problem solving skills. I grew up in Ramallah Palestine; just 16 miles north to the old city of Jerusalem.After graduating from Friends High School, I moved to the United States to attend the University of Maryland. In 1997, I completed my Bachelor of Science, majoring in Biochemistry and Political Science. From there, I decided to continue my educational journey and follow in my fathers footsteps to become a dentist. I applied to University of Marylands School of Dentistry. In 2001, I graduated with my Doctorate of Dental Surgery.
I relocated to Virginia and became an associate in a corporate dental practice.Growing up watching my father practice dentistry, I realized that I didnt just want to be a good dentist. I got a piece of paper and wrote down the qualities that I thought I should possess. My list included excellent communication skills, to be detailed oriented, to have patience, to be organized, and to be committed to my patients (after all my patients would become my dental family). While developing my list of qualities to become the best dentist that I could be, I evaluated my beliefs of a dental practice. At that point I discovered that the corporate practice where I was an associate was not meeting the criteria that I needed to obtain my professional goals. I believed it was in the best interest of my patients, my dental team, and I to purchase the corporate practice and create the vision that my team and I had for our patients. Time has moved so quickly. Its hard to believe that it's been almost 20 years since I first wrote my professional desires on that scratch paper. I have continued to write that vision over and over every year while adding to it.
Dentistry continues to progress creating a need to continue my education. Attending many dental seminars helps me to educate my patients and introduce new technologies into our practice. Being a member of the American Dental Society and its local branch organizations (The Virginia Dental Society, The Northern Virginia Dental Society and The Woodbridge Dental Society) allows me a source for local continuing education, as well as access to exclusive resources.
I am honored to say I still have the original team/dental family of four that I started my practice with. These ladies have literally been my second hands. Over the years as we have continued to grow, I have added other team members to our dental family. All of these ladies have been the backbone of my practice.
Though Dentistry is my true passion, I have other interests. I feel it is important to give back to our community. I am extremely active in our surrounding area and neighborhood schools. I help fund local foundations and donate my time and services to non-profit organizations. I am a board member of the Holy Land Christians Ecumenical Foundation (HCEF). I also believe that it is important to remember where you came from. I return home every year to provide dental services to people of Palestine. I am the founder and chairman of the United Arab Students Association (UASA) and Network of Arab American Professionals (NAAP). I recently held the position of the National President of the American Federation of Ramallah, Palestine. I was part of a wonderful team that helped form a coalition for Palestinian American Organizations across the United States as well as a chairman of Al-Awda and Arab-American Leadership Council in Virginia.
I am not only about work, politics, and our community. I recognize that my foundation starts at home. None of my greatest accomplishment was possible without the support of my wife. She is my soulmate and the one who helps keeps me grounded. She and our three children are my biggest cheerleaders. My life is truly blessed
Vision and Goals, Power Cell Scheduling, Power Scripts; Martha Kreiner, March 6-7,2014, Owings Mills, MD (12 hours lecture) Leadership, teamwork and Communications; Tori Lynch, April 11th, 2014, Owings Mills, MD (8 hours lecture) Case Acceptance, Scripting Workshop; Roza Masoumi, May 20-21st, 2014, Owings Mills, MS (12 hours lecture) Dental Advanced Life Support (DALS) (ACLS for Dentists); James Bovia, Sarah Bovia, John Bovia, August 22, 2014, Atlanta, GA (7.5 hours Emergency Training/CPR) Screw vs. Cement Retained Restorations; Dr. Dima Lakkia, October 29th, 2014, Annandale, VA (2 hours)
An Organized System for Treating Periodontal Disease; Dr Robert Tripke, April 19, 2013, Arlington, VA. (6 hours). Oral Sedation Dentistry; Anthony Feck, DMD, Leslie Fang, MD, Robert Fazio, DMD; May 17-19, 2013, Reston, VA. (26 hours) Cerec Mastery - Rapid Integration Into Your Practice, Level 2; Sameer Puri, D.D.S., Mike Skramstad, D.D.D.; June 3-4, 2013 Set Your Practice On Fire; Dr. Roger P. Levin, Chairman & CEO, Levin Group, Inc., September 6th, 2013, Woodbridge, VA (6 hours) CEREC Training 218678; Dr. Pete Patellis, February 8-9, 2013, Maryland (14 hours) Cognitive and Skills Evaluation, American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED) Programs, July 14, 2013<
Sales & Communication Seminar C; Dr Greg Winteregg, February 2, 3 & 4, 2012, Clearwater, FL. (15 hours). Blood Pathogens Training and CPR AED, Jane O'Brien, March 6, 2012, Dale City, VA. Sales and communication Seminar A; Dr Greg Winteregg, June 7,8,&9, 2012, Clearwater FL. (15 hours). Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Program: NOVA: August, 5, 2012, Springfield, VA ASCR 2-day Esthetic Workshop, Dr Beryy Freydberg; Octobor 19 & 20, Arlington, VA. ACCEPT Program: Introduction to CAD/CAM. December 8-9, 2012, Arizona.
Esthetics in CAD/CAM Dentistry: Michael Di Tolla D.D.S; March 12,2010; (2 hour lecture) Taking Your Practice to New Heights: Dr. Imtiaz Manji; March 12,2010; (2 hour lecture) CAD/CAM From the Lab Perspective: James Klim D.D.S; March 13, 2010 (1 hour lecture) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Program: INOVA Healthsource; October 3-4,2010; (6 hour lecture) Advances in Implant Dentistry: Biomet3I; November 11, 2010 (2 hour lecture) Team Approach to Implant Dentistry on the Age of Immediate Load; Biohorizon, November 18, 2010 (2 hours) 2009 (Total Hours: 16) Advances in Minimally Invasive & Digital Dentistry, Dr. Michael Mann; October 16-17, 2009; (2 hour lecture) Lumineers Destination Education, Drs. Stacy Layman and Louis Malcmacher & Rob Brenneise, November 6,7 and 8, 2009; (3 hour lecture) The Future of LUMINEERS- the original minimal prep veneer, Dr. Barry Freydberg, November 6,2009; (2 hour lecture) The Possibilities of Lumitray and Hands-on Session, Dr. Peter Harnois, November 6, 2009; (3 hour lecture) Advances in Oral Lesion Detection & Updates on Flurescence Visualization Technology, Dr. Ralph Green & Dr. Andrew Chang, November 7, 2009; (1 hour lecture) New Whitening Solutions and Crowns Without Temporaries, Dr. Cyrus Tahmasebi, November 7 and 8, 2009; (2 hour lecture) Advances In Soft Tissue Management, Dr. David Ouellet, November 7,2009; (1 hour lecture) Master Occlusion For Lumineers, Drs. Michael Miyasaki and Omer Reed, November 8,2009; (2 hour lecture)
Peer Practicum Program: Dr Kenneth Byrne; Implants: Nov. 9, 2007- May 2, 2008. (28 hours) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Program: NOVA: July 13, 2008. Esthetic Dentistry: Dr. Douglas Barnes: Sept 22, 2008. (2 hours) Achieving Dental Excellence: The Madow Group: Sept 26, 2008. (6 hours)
Successful completion of the Practice Heartbeat Program. Misch Implant Institute: Advanced Dental Implant Prosthetics 1/20-22/06, 3/3-5/06, 4/21-23/06. (75 hours of continuing dental education) Inova Heath System: Advanced Cardiac Life Support; Provider Course. 7/29 - 30/06. (16.5 credit hours) Soft Tissue Management); 11/17/06. (6 hours)
04/16/04: Oral Pathology. (6 hours) Office Management, Woodbridge Society. (6 hours) 07/23/04 - 07/23/04: TMD Diagnosis and Treatment (ANATOMY, NEUROLOGY AND PATHOLOGY; PATIENT EXAM AND DIAGNOSIS; PHARMACOLOGY; OCCLUSION; RADIOLOGY; LEGAL ASPECTS; INSURANCE PRINCIPLES OF TMD) (12 hours). Pharmacology: Virginia Dental Society. (6 hours)
Implant Prosthodontic Symposium, Orlando, Florida: (17 hours) 06/20/03: Immediate loading of Implants (Planning for Success) = 1 CE 06/20/03: MAINSTREAM IMPLANT PROSTHETIC FOR THE GENERAL DDS = 1 CE 06/20/03: IMMEDIATE TEMP. DENTURE TO FINAL DENTURE = 1 CE CREDIT 06/20/03: PASSIVE FIT ON IMPLANTS IN FULL ARCH RECONSTRUCTION = 1 CE CREDIT 06/20/03: CAD-CAM THE FUTURE IS NOW = 1 CE CREDIT 06/20/03: ORAL SEDATION WHATEVER YOU NEED TO MAKE IT WORK = 1 CE CREDIT 06/20/03: GALVANOTELESCOPES WITH PORCELAIN PRIMARY CROWNS = 1 CE 06/20/03: SUPER SPLINTING PROSTHETIC SPLINTING MOBILITY WITH IMMEDIATE LOAD OSTEOCOMPRESSIVE IMPLANTS = 1 CE CREDIT 06/21/03: IMMEDIATE IMPLANTS- HOW AND WHY = 1 CE CREDIT 06/21/03: LITTLE THINGS MAKE A DIFFERENCE- TECHNIQUES AND MATERIALS = 1 CE CREDIT 06/21/03: FULL ARCH IMPLANT SUPPORTED FIXED CEMENT PROSTHETICS... A SIMPLE PREDICTABLE APPROACH = 1 CE CREDIT 06/21/03: PRACTICAL TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL IMPLANT PROSTHETICS = 1CE CREDIT 06/21/03: DENTAL HYGIENE IMPLANT = 1 CE CREDIT 06/21/03: PRACTICE MANAGEMENT IMPLANT = 1 CE CREDIT 06/22/03: RESTORING CASES WITH ABNORMAL JAW RELATIONS = 1 CREDIT 06/22/03: ORAL FACIAL FACTOR IN PREDICTING AESTHETIC PROBLEMS = 1 CREDIT
Implants (Misch Institute): 02/02/02 - 02/04/02: Diagnosis and Treatment Planning for Implants 03/08/02 - 03/10/02: Surgical Treatment Division (A) 05/31/02 - 06/02/02: Surgical Treatment Division (B) 08/01/02: ESSENTIALS FOR ORAL SEDATION 08/02/02 - 08/04/02: Surgical Treatment Division (C) 10/25/02 -10/27/02: SINUS GRAFT SURGICAL Treatment Div ision (D) 11/12/02: IMPLANT PROSTHODONTICS 2) 03/21/02: CONTROLLING THE PROGRESSION OF PERIODONTAL DISEASE - 1 CE credit 3) 06/7-8: Coast Dental; Equity Doctor Orientation. (16 credits) 4) 08/16/02: Dental Boot Camp = 15 CE credits 5) 11/25/02: Introduction to Implant Surgery (Coast Dental, Florida) = 10 CE credits
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Dr. Sri completed her Dental schooling and later a Masters program in Endodontics in her home country, India. It was while she was teaching Dentistry there that she met her future husband, Dr. Jeevan Errabolu. She moved to the USA in 2007 to join him. In order to continue her practice of Dentistry, she joined a 2 year residency program at the reputed Eastman Dental Center, Rochester, NY.
Dr. Sri and family later moved to the Mid Atlantic area where she worked at Neibauer Dental Care in Stafford, VA. Due to the needs of her growing family, Dr. Sri took a sabbatical from Dentistry, moved to the Eastern shore of MD and spent the next 3 years as a stay at home mom to her sons, Jai and Hari. In the beginning of 2014, the family moved to Herndon, VA. With her kid's soon starting school and her desire to go back to Dentistry, she felt now was the time to join a practice. We are happy to have Dr. Sri as part of our team.
In Dr. Sri 's own words, 'I love the opportunity Dentistry gives me to make a difference in people 's lives. I want to provide patients with quality treatment to best restore their health, meanwhile making it pleasant. I would also like to do my best in educating the patients about their dental health and also break the stigma of fear of dentistry and dentists.'
Dr. Ola moved to the US in 2016 after earning her Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree from Al-Quds University in her home country, Palestine. Shortly after having her first son, she started a two-year program at Howard University College of Dentistry in Washington, DC from which she graduated with three awards in Prosthodontics and Endodontics.
I was born and raised in Haryana, India where I completed my Bachelor of Dental Surgery from SGT Dental College Hospital and Research Institute, MDU and practiced as a general dentist before moving to the United States. I completed my Periodontal and Implant training from Rutgers School of Dental Medicine along with my Masters in Dental Science degree. During this time, I also presented posters, lectures, seminars, and taught student doctors. I also completed a one-year Periodontics-Prosthodontics fellowship certification before enrolling in the periodontics residency program.
As a periodontist I make every effort to provide the highest quality care in a friendly, comfortable, and compassionate environment. I perform both surgical and non-surgical procedures to give each patient the best possible outcome from a personalized treatment plan. Giving back to the community also gives me great pleasure and I have performed voluntary community service programs such as MEGA Polio Camp, MEGA health check up camp, multiple dental camps in government schools, and blood donation camps.
Dr. Pratik Patel, a native of Virginia, attended Bishop Ireton High School. He graduated from The George Washington University with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science. Dr. Patel received his Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) from SUNY at Buffalo, School of Dental Medicine and completed his General Practice Residency at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown, Pennsylvania. After working as a General Dentist, Dr. Patel decided to pursue further training and specialize in Endodontics. He received his Certificate in Endodontics from Columbia University in New York City.
Dr. Patel is a Specialist member of the American Association of Endodontists. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada [FRCD9(C)], and has Specialist Registration with the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario. Dr. Patel has performed pro bono work abroad in third world countries, such as India and Guatemala. He enjoys traveling, sports, and outdoor activities. His favorite teams to watch are the Nationals, Capitals and Redskins.
Paula has been practicing dental hygiene for over 20 years, 18 of those years have been here in our office. These years have made Paula more passionate about preventive dentistry. She strongly believes that a team approach preventive philosophy will lead to a life-long, healthy and enjoyable lifestyle.
Paula is a very gentle and caring hygienist. She has patients who commute more than two hours because they truly enjoy being under her care. They trust that Paula will offer them the best care possible. In order to achieve that goal, she frequently attends seminars, reads articles and researches the newest and most effective methods for periodontal therapy.
Paula has been married for 33 years and has two children: Michael, 28, is currently practicing Optometry as well as teaching at New England College of Optometry in Boston, MA. Her daughter, Chelsea, 27, is practicing General Dentistry in Baltimore, MD.
Christal Allen-Roark is the mother of three wonderful boys, two of the sweetest grandchildren and a sheep doodle fur baby. She is one of the rare natives born and raised in Northern Virginia. Christal grew up in the Mount Vernon area and started her professional education at George Mason University and finished her degree at the University of Alaska. After graduating, she continued her education at Goodfellow Air-force Base in San Angelo, Texas. She then decided to do something a little different from most of her colleagues. Instead of starting her career in general dentistry, Christal thought it would be beneficial to commit to two years in each dental specialty (endodontics, oral surgery, periodontics, orthodontics, and pedodontics) before working in general dentistry. During that time it allowed Christal to gain the experience to understand the knowledge in each facet of dentistry. This diverse background continues to allow Christal to think outside the box and is that aspect of her that makes her a valuable asset to our patients, dental team, and practice. She has worked closely with our team, sharing her experiences, to help in their professional growth since our practice doors opened in 2001. Christal recognizes that dentistry is a science and there are always ongoing advancements. For that reason she continues to attend many educational courses to be certain that our practice is always using the most proven advanced methods and technology in dentistry. At the same time, she remains dedicated to our patients safety and comfort. She is a professional who loves the personal relationships she develops with our patients. She takes the time to get to know our patients so that she will understand their treatment goals. Her experience in dentistry and her knowledge of her patients is what makes her such an amazing patient educator. Christal believes that by building strong patient relationships, she is better able to provide the kind of quality, personalized care that she has built her reputation on. When Christal was asked for the reason that she has made dentistry her career, her response was After 20 plus years of working in dentistry, I can honestly say I love and am passionate about what I do and remain challenged on a daily basis. There are always new and exciting advancements to help patients obtain their treatment goals, as well as their safety and comfort. She continued by adding, My goal is to provide dental services in a relaxed, caring atmosphere, while educating our patients, so that they can improve their oral health and self-confidence of their smile, thus contributing to the well-being of their general health.
Desiree started in the practice in 2007 as a hygiene assistant and has since then expanded her knowledge throughout the office. She has earned CE credits and attended many courses to increase her level of expertise as an assistant. Challenging herself in the skills of Cerec crown and implant crown design, she enjoys staying up to date with the newest technology. She also believes that by continually increasing her knowledge and building a strong relationship with our patients, that it will lessen the fears that people may have about an unfamiliar procedure. She strives to achieve trust and confidence by explaining and educating patients about treatment procedures. She will make you feel comfortable and always greet you with a smile. 'When you come into our office you no longer are just a patient but an extension of our dental family'.
Joanne Nickel is a Certified Dental Assistant and has been working alongside Dr. Hanania since 2002. Our office is fortunate to have Joanne on our team, as she truly sets the mood here. She is never seen without a smile on her face. To watch her work is to see someone who loves her career. Joanne's goal is to make her patients so comfortable that they feel as if they are her immediate family members. Trust us, you will.
Ariane has been a part of our team since 2010. She is our Dental Hygiene Department Coordinator and Assistant. She works alongside with Paula our Dental Hygienists and helps patients understand soft tissue management and treatment. Over the years she has attended several continuing education conferences and seminars to enhance her knowledge in the Dental field .Ariane's future plans are to return to school to pursue a degree in Dental Hygiene, she has completed most of the prerequisite for the program. Ariane is bi-lingual in English/Spanish and enjoys translating andexplaining dental needs to all her patients. It is important to her to take the time to form a bond, understand every patients needs, fears and, personalities. Ariane provides gentle yet thorough care but always with kindness. On her free time Ariane enjoys spending time with her two beautiful children Tatyana and Nicolas. Some of Ariane's hobbies include cooking, painting, dancing, and volunteering at community shelters.
As the Office Manager for our team Brendas job is to oversee the office operations and is committed to making our patients and their families experience in our office a positive one! She loves interacting with people and hopes to make everybody feel welcomed from the moment they walk into our office. In her eyes youre not just a patient but you are family and she likes to treat you like one every time you come into our office. Brenda has been a part of our team since November 2008 and started in our practice as a patient care coordinator. Throughout the years she has attended many continuing education courses to further her knowledge in all aspects of dentistry and finds the most rewarding thingabout being in the dental field is seeing patients enjoying their new smiles and actually enjoying coming to see us. Away from the office she loves to travel and spend time with her three children Adrian, Hazel, and Eric who are her pride and joy.
Antoinette Jackson has been with the office of Dr. Hanania for over three years. We know her as 'Ann'. With over 20 years of experience, she has a genuine love of dentistry. Her heritage is Native American and she is a member of the Merherrin Tribe in Ahoskie, North Carolina. Although she was born in Alexandria, Virginia, she visits Pow-Wows (tribal ceremonies) all over the country. She always says that she loves the fact that she is with an advanced office in technology and works with a doctor and staff that shares her love of dentistry.
Yasmean, has been part of the team since November 2007, over the years she has attended many courses to increase my knowledge in dentistry. I am always looking forward to meeting new patients as well as continuing a great relationship with our current patients. I am privileged to work with such amazing people that I consider as a second family and honored to be part of such an awesome team. I take pride in my work especially because my work is something to take pride in and outside of work I enjoy spending quality time with family and watching movies with my husband and children.
Kathy joined the office of Dr. Hanania D.D.S., P.C., in 2012. Kathy was born in Hampton, Virginia. She moved to Woodbridge when she was 2 and grew up in the area. She started working at the front desk with the team but quickly moved to Sterile Technician which led her to becoming a Dental Assistant. She is also the Marketing Director here in the office. Whether it's her work on social media, her amazing customer service, or her dental assisting skills, Kathy can do it all!
Over the years, Kathy has built lasting relationships with her patients. She loves helping others and it shows with her passion for Mission trips. She has traveled to Nigeria, Ecuador and Guatemela to help those in need. Kathy has been married for 21 years and has 2 beautiful children, Andrew and Alexis.
Delila has been part of our office since 2020. She was born in Alabama, raised in New York and grew up in a military family. She has been working as a Dental Assistant since 2012 and there's nothing else she'd rather do. Another one of her passions is being a part time Hairstylist. Delila realized the dental field was her passion in high school. She was given the opportunity to shadow her aunt who's also a Dental Assistant. Ever since that day, she fell in love with Dentistry; saving teeth, one smile at a time. Delila is also a mother of three wonderful children and enjoys quality time with family. Throughout this office, she has gained strong relationships with her co-workers and patients. Every patient that walks through the door leaves with a sense of comfort and pleasure knowing that Delila provided them with the best dental care and did it with a warm heart.
Marianne is a Dental Assistant and Streile Technician here at Hanna Hanania, D.D.S., P.C. She was born and raised in Centeville, Virginia. She is currently attending GMU, studying Community Health on a pre-dental route in hopes of further pursuing the Dental field one day. She has been part of the team since 2019. There is no place she would rather be than here. Marianne began working as a sterile tech and then as a Dental Assistant. Each patient that is placed in her hands is given the best possible caare and treated as family. Marianne goes above and beyond to help her co-workers whenever and wherever needed. She not only brightens the smiles of her patients but their days as well. She has developed strong relationships with her co-workers and patients over the past few years. Her joyful and outgoing attitude can brighten anyone's day. Aside from the office, Marianne enjoys to travel, workout and spend quality time with her family.
Practicing excellent dental hygiene helps to avoid unhealthy teeth, gum disease and costly dental treatments. This is why a good homecare routine is so important. Brushing and flossing daily can save you money and time at the dental office as well as enabling you to eat healthy and enjoy good food.
in your mouth. Plaque is a sticky film that builds up on your teeth and contributes to cavities, gum disease and bad breath. Although most people brush their teeth daily, many do not floss regularly. Flossing should be done once daily at a time of day that best fits into your schedule so that you are more likely to comply.