As your premier family dental practice in Northern VA, we take great pride in providing high-quality dental care, while staying true to your dental needs and goals. We value patient education and work on an individual basis to provide you with information specific to your oral health needs. Our team believes each patient is unique, so we strive to provide services that are designed just for you.
We offer a full range of general preventive care, cosmetic dentistry, and restorative dentistryservices for patients of all ages. Our team takes the time to understand your dental health needs better, discuss your concerns, and build a treatment plan suited to your every need. We work diligentlyto offer solutions that fit your budget, lifestyle, and goals.
Your dentist in Herndon, VA is committed to continuing dental educations to stay up to date on the latest advancements in dentistry. As a Dawson Academy and Spear trained dentist, Dr. Jefferies is trained in many aspects of dentistry and offers an unparalleled dental experience.
Our mission is to provide high-quality dental care to the Northern Virginia community. We are a Family and Cosmetic Dentistry practice that offers clinical excellence in the areas of prevention, restorative and cosmetic dentistry before, during and after treatment and are committed to establishing lifelong partnerships with our patients.
We are a patient-centered practice that ensures that each patients oral health is optimized through open communication and teamwork. Together with our patients, we set treatment plans based on clinical need and patient goals. We stress the importance of patient education to ensure that they make confident treatment decisions and adopt proper, sensible hygiene techniques all aimed at preserving and maintaining healthy, functional teeth and gums.
We believe that the success of any treatment plan depends not only on our own clinical skills but also the compliance and motivation of our patients. We do our best to keep patients informed and involved at every stage of treatment. We promise to provide our patients with the information they need to make educated decisions regarding treatment options. From procedural risks and benefits to insurance coverage, we are here to address your concerns before you consent to any procedure.
Successful treatment and customer satisfaction are our number one concerns. We promise to adhere to an industry-set code of ethics and only operate within or above the American Dental Associations Standards of Care. As health care providers, we promise to treat patients regardless of age, race, ability or gender with respect, fairness and the same degree of care that we would offer to our own family members. We strive to accommodate your special health-related needs and do our best to keep you comfortable and on track towards your oral health goals.
Our practice isbuilt on thefoundation of patient-centered dentistry. Building strong, lasting relationshipswith each of our patientsis important to our team. We strive to create open lines of communicationbetween our team and our patents. Patientsshould feel empowered, informed, and confident whenthey visit our office. We offer many amenities to help you feel comfortable and relaxed throughout all phases of your care.
We recommendpatientsvisitour office at least twice a year for their routine dental check-up. During this time, we can discussany concernsyou may have and will gladly answer any of yourquestions. Dr. Jefferies will perform a full dental health exam and explore all possible treatment options. We can effectively address issues such as tooth decay, gum disease, and bite problems in our Herndon dental office.
Dr. Jefferies grew up in Hagerstown, MD and received his undergraduate degree from McDaniel College in 1995. He completed the Doctorate of Dental Medicine (DMD) program atTufts University School of Dental Medicine (Boston, MA) in 2003. There he received High Honors on the National Boards of Dentistry and was awarded an Endowed Prize Award for Ethics. Dr. Jefferies has since been practicing General Dentistry in Northern Virginia. His main focus has been on Family & Cosmetic Dentistry. He currently resides in Centreville, VA with his wife Margaret, daughter Emily, son Henry and dog Lucky. He enjoys Fine Arts and can occasionally be found taking oil painting classes at the Torpedo Factory in Old Town Alexandria.
When minor dental concerns are left untreated, they can progress into complexdental issues. The goal is to prevent dental issues and equipour patients with the knowledge and tools they need to maintain a healthy smile.
Herndon, VA dentist Dr. Mark Jefferies takes a proactive, comprehensive approach to your dental care needs. We recommendpatients visit our Herndon dentist office at least twice a year for preventive care exams. During preventive care exams, we can fully evaluate the health of your smile and check for any signs of dysfunction. When dental issues like gum disease and dental decay are caught early, it can minimizethe risk of tooth damage and tooth loss.
As a full-service family & cosmetic practice, we offer a wide range of treatments aimed to improve the health and quality of your smile. Whether you are dealing with a minor or complex dental concern, Dr. Jefferies can work with you and develop a treatment plan that is tailored to your unique needs.
If you notice bleeding gums during brushing or flossing, it is important to schedule a visit with our office. Bleeding gums may be an indication of gum disease, so it is important to undergo a screeningto rule it out. If your bleeding gums are the resultof gum disease, Dr. Jefferies can work with you to create a treatment plan that is right for you. We offer a full range of periodontal therapy services to address the various stages of gum disease.
Missing teeth should be addressed promptly to reduce the risk of additional tooth loss or other complications. We offer several options to replace one or several missingteeth. Depending on yourneeds, we may recommenddental implants, dentures or a dental bridge to restore your smile. As a highly trained restorative dentist in Herndon Virginia, Dr. Jefferies can explore all your treatment options and recommend the best solution for you.
Teeth grinding can lead to tooth damage if left untreated. In advanced cases, it may even lead to tooth loss. Understandingthe underlying causes of tooth grinding can help you get a step closer to the treatment you need. We can perform a full evaluation to determine if your grinding is the result of malocclusion, a bite disorder, or stress. Our team can build a personalizedsolution based on yourneeds.
Snoring and sleep apnea are serious health concernsthat may affect your quality of life if left untreated. Recent studies have suggested that sleep apnea can increase your risk of heart attack, stroke, and heart disease. Treating sleep apnea can vastly improve your quality of sleep and enhance your quality of life.We offer oral appliance therapy as an alternative to the CPAP machine. Our team can determine if oral appliancetherapy is right for you. If you or someone you love is experiencingsigns of sleep apnea, please contact our office.
Dr. Jefferies is an esteemed member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. His advanced training makes him the ideal partners in your journey to better sleep. Our team can work with you to find the best treatment for sleep apnea.