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Oxon Hill Dentist Office – Washington DC – Alexandria VA Family and Cosmetic Dentistry

If you are looking for a dentist near Oxon Hill, Maryland, Washington DC, or in Alexandria, Virginia, we welcome you to our practice. Dr. Peter Merai offers cosmetic dentistry and general family dentistry services to residents of Washington DC, Alexandria, and the neighborhoods surrounding Washington DC in Maryland.

We believe our patients deserve to have the information needed to make wise choices about their oral health. As you navigate through the website you will find a wealth of information about dentistry, tooth care, procedures, and treatments. There is an overview of our practice including our doctor(s) and staff, office hours, insurance and appointment procedures, maps, directions, and contact information.

As a licensed dentist serving the Washington DC, Alexandria, VA, and Oxon Hill, MD area, we work with our patients from Washington DC and surrounding cities so they can achieve and maintain a beautiful smile and healthier gums and teeth. We take the time with our patients to explain their treatment options and inform them of additional preventive care. Dr. Peter Merai strives to be the best dentist in the greater Washington DC area.

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What Our Clients Say About Us

    I've always been terrified of the dentist, in general, since childhood. But I can certainly say that I'm in good hands and have no fear at Comprehensive Dental. I even decided to have my Ortho services done here. Both Drs. are excellent at what they do. I would recommend them to Anyone. They are not too far from where I live and make appts around my schedule. They do great work here!”

    Renita J.

    Comprehensive Dental Care...Dr. P Merai...His knowledge and expertise in the latest procedures of dentistry, his friendly nature, and his qualified staff create an atmosphere of relaxation and certainty that, as a patient, you are in good hands.

    Delia M.
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    posted: Mar. 21, 2023.

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    posted: Mar. 14, 2023.

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  • March is National Nutrition Month!

    posted: Mar. 07, 2023.

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  • Diastema, or, Mind the Gap!

    posted: Feb. 28, 2023.

    Diastema is a medical term meaning “space between”—or what the doctor and our team less formally call a gap between the teeth. Such gaps are common for children as they Read more
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    posted: Feb. 21, 2023.

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  • What type of toothpaste is right for you?

    posted: Feb. 07, 2023.

    Toothpaste no longer comes in simple choices of fluoride and fresh breath. Paste is not even the only option! You can choose gel forms and even some with ribbons of Read more
  • Protecting Your Smile with Mouthguards

    posted: Jan. 31, 2023.

    If you participate in sports or other physical activities, it’s wise to consider getting a mouthguard. Also known as mouth protectors, mouthguards are a device worn over the teeth to Read more
  • Dangers of Alcohol and Oral Health

    posted: Jan. 24, 2023.

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  • Root Canal Treatment

    Every tooth has two sections: a crown, the visible part of the tooth above the gum line, and one or more roots, which anchor the teeth within the jaw. Each tooth has three basic layers: an outer layer of hard enamel (which protects the crown) or cementum (which covers the root), a middle layer of softer ...

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  • Fillings

    The bacteria in plaque produce acids that erode tooth enamel, eventually creating a hole, or cavity, in the tooth surface. Left untreated, this decay can spread to the interior of the tooth, and might lead to the need for a crown, a root canal, or even extraction. When caught early, your dentist can ...

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  • Veneers

    A dental veneer is a thin, durable porcelain shell that is custom-fabricated to cover the front of a tooth. Veneers can restore the appearance of teeth with chips, cracks, and stains, can close small gaps between the teeth, and can reshape misshapen or slightly misaligned teeth. Veneers are a popular ...

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  • Educational Videos

    Take a few minutes to watch our educational videos and learn more about different dental treatments and procedures. Video topics include general & cosmetic dentistry, Implants, oral health and hygiene, orthodontics and preventative dentistry. ...

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  • Laser Decay Diagnostics

    Using lasers, dentists can detect tooth decay that is not yet visible and would otherwise be undiagnosed using traditional methods. Laser cavity detection is based on the fact that healthy tooth structure reflects light, or “fluoresces,” differently than does decayed tooth structure. Teeth with decay ...

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  • Laser Dentistry

    Lasers direct a controlled force of energy that can remove or alter bone and tissue. By applying varying wavelengths of energy, dental lasers are used to detect and treat a myriad of oral health issues, including detecting oral cancer and treating small cavities. There are two different types of dental ...

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  • Same-Day Crowns

    A tooth that has been structurally damaged by decay or trauma sometimes needs to be crowned or “capped” so that it can look good and function properly again. A crown is a durable covering that is custom-made to fit over the entire tooth from the gum line up. Getting a crown used to mean multiple ...

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  • Digital X-Rays

    X-rays are one of the most important parts of a dental exam, and can help medical professionals detect problems long before they are visible to the naked eye, including early tooth decay, gum disease, abscesses, and abnormal growths. Benefits of Digital X-rays Easy to obtain Digital X-rays are obtained ...

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  • Intraoral Camera

    Slightly bigger than a pen, an intraoral camera is an innovative tool that can take up-close pictures of teeth, gums, and other hard-to-reach places in the mouth. Intraoral cameras can help dentists detect dental issues like tooth decay, periodontal disease, and oral cancers. Benefits of using an intraoral ...

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  • Anesthesia Wand

    The single-tooth anesthesia wand provides increased comfort and decreased anxiety when it comes to dental procedures requiring anesthetization. The wand looks like a small pen with an extremely small needle at the tip. The anesthesia wand works by numbing the individual tooth your dentist needs to work ...

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Monday:

By Special Appointment Only

Tuesday:

8:30 am-5:30 pm

Wednesday:

8:30 am-5:30 pm

Thursday:

8:30 am-5:30 pm

Friday:

8:30 am-5:30 pm

Saturday:

By Special Appointment Only

Sunday:

Closed