Dr. Keaney is an experienced, caring general dentist dedicated to providing gentle and effective care to children and adolescents in her Arlington office. Dr. Keaney earned her dental degree from Temple University School of Dentistry in Philadelphia, PA in 2001. She then spent over a decade focusing on the dental needs of children at a pediatric/orthodontic office in Potomac, MD. This experience instilled in her an appreciation for how rewarding it is working with children and inspired her to open her own practice closer to home. Dr. Keaney and her staff view each patient and each family individually. She takes the approach of being a partner with the parents when addressing the needs of her patients. As a mother, she understands that each child has unique dental needs. Dr. Keaney is committed to continuing education and remaining aware of the latest advancements in oral health and dentistry.
Dr. Keaney is a Northern Virginia native. She grew up in Alexandria, VA and currently lives in Arlington with her husband, Sean, their 2 daughters, and their dog. Dr. Keaney and her family are frequent customers at local Farmers Markets and small businesses. Dr. Keaney is an avid runner, having completed the Marine Corps marathon several times. She loves to start her day with a Peloton ride to get things going! Dr. Keaney also enjoys yoga, reading and vacationing with her family.
We are proud of our office here at Michelle Keaney Flanagan, DMD. Little patients are the heart of our practice, so it makes sense that we would go out of our way to provide comfortable waiting and treatment areas complete with the types of amenities you would expect from a premier dental practice in Arlington. Our office is filled with state of the art diagnostic and dental treatment technology to ensure accuracy and early detection of oral complications for your children. We believe both children and adults deserve only the best, and our staff works hard to deliver a superior experience at every visit.
Our office welcomes many types of dental insurance, and our insurance and payment coordinator will be happy to assist you in determining what type of benefits are available to you through your insurance plan. Payment arrangements for account balances are due at the time services are rendered, so please bring your insurance card with you to your first visit. We accept many forms of payment, including cash, checks, and major credit cards. You can also speak with our office administrator about flexible payment options available for major dental services.
A standard of excellence in personalized pediatric dental care enables us to provide the quality dental services our patients deserve. We provide comprehensive treatment planning and use preventative dentistry to achieve your child'soptimal dental health. Should a dental emergency occur, we make every effort to see and care for your childas soon as possible.
As a practice, we are true believers that preventative care and education are the keys to optimal dental health. We strive to provide dental health care vs. disease care. Thats why we focus on thorough exams checking the overall health of your child's teeth and gums and taking x-rays when necessary. We also know that routine cleanings, flossing, sealants, and fluoride are all helpful in preventing dental disease. Not only are we focused on the beauty of your child's smile, were also concerned about their health. A review of medical history can help us stay informed of your child'soverall health, any new medications, and any illnesses that may impacttheir dental health.
Infection control in our office is also very important to us. To protect our patients and ourselves, we strictly maintain sterilization and cross contamination processes using standards recommended by the American Dental Association (ADA), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and the Center for Disease Control (CDC).
As your dental health professionals, we want you to be confident knowing that we are a team of highly trained and skilled clinicians. We pride ourselves in providing the care you need to keep your child's smile healthy. To give you the best possible service and results, we are committed to continual education and learning. We attend dental lectures, meetings, and dental conventions to stay informed of new techniques, the latest products, and the newest equipment that a modern pediatricdental office can utilize to provide state-of-the-art dental care. Also, being members of various professional dental associations helps us to stay abreast of the changes and recommendations for our profession.
Building a foundation of trust by treating our patients as special individuals is vital to our success. We understand how uneasy some patients may feel about their dental visits, and how we can make a difference in providing a relaxing and positive experience. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you and your child with excellent, personalized care and service to make your visits as comfortable and pleasant as possible.
Adria joined Dr. Keaneys team in April of 2019 and brings along 17 years of experience in the dental field. She loves using her vast knowledge of dentistry and dental insurance in particular to assist patients and their families. Adria was born in Heidelberg, Germany but grew up living in several states while her father served in the U.S. Army. Adria resides in Woodbridge, VA with her husband and two busy sons. In her free time she enjoys watching her boys play basketball, shopping, trying out new recipes and spending time with her family.
Jessica is an experienced dental assistant who loves working with children. She is originally from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Jessica loves spending time with family and friends. In her free time she likes to go hiking, read, binge watch The Office and do anything crafty!
Katrina is a Registered Dental Hygienist with experience in pediatric dentistry. She was born and raised in Ketchikan, Alaska and received her Associates degree in Dental Hygiene from the University of Alaska Anchorage. Katrina enjoys salmon fishing with her dad, hiking, dancing, drawing, and going to the beach. She worked for a pediatric dental office in Ketchikan, Alaska and found that she enjoyed working with children and parents to help them achieve excellent life long dental habits. She has really enjoyed working with Dr. Keaneys amazing team and patients.
Rachael received her Bachelors degree in Business Marketing from Stockton University and was raised in Ocean City, New Jersey. She has recently joined our team in March of 2021. She strives to implement her creative-thinking and marketing expertise to our offices social media platforms and coordinates our day-to-day scheduling, all while greeting our patients with a smile! Rachael enjoys spending time with her family and friends, staying active, dancing, traveling, studying French, and cooking.