Pediatric Dentist Falls Church, VA
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First Dental Visit
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Pediatric Dental Services
Comprehensive treatment and dental care for children.
Your Partner For Lifelong Oral Health
Here at Dr Toothfairy (Pediatric Dentist Falls Church), we believe that pediatric dentistry is more than just a check-up. It’s an opportunity to help children develop lifelong oral health habits. Our goal is to provide every child and adult who visits our office with a friendly, fun and positive experience. As parents ourselves, we know how important it is to have all of the best options for our children – and that includes good oral health. When you partner with us, we’ll work together to achieve better health for your child and help them develop healthy habits that will last a lifetime.
Your Falls Church Pediatric Dentist
Preventative Pediatric Dentistry
Restorative Pediatric Dentistry
Emergency Pediatric Dentistry
Mouth, Teeth, Tounge & Gum
Sedation Dentistry
Repair & Improve
Non-Traditional Dentistry
Mouth, Teeth, Tounge & Gum
Special Needs
Prevention & Maintenance
Easy, Enjoyable and Satisfying Dental Visits
Convenient Falls Church Location
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Friendly, Fun and Welcoming
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On-time Appointments
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Free Parking
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Healthy & Safe
Our office environment is clean and safe for all of us.
Educational
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What Others Say About Dr. Toothfairy
Best Dental visit for my kid ever. The Dentist and her team are great, office is clean and child friendly. In and out within 15 mins.
They really go to great lengths to make the office kid-friendly and welcoming, and were very kind and efficient with my reluctant toddler daughter. We'll be back!
Such a great first dentist experience for my 3 year old ! It was scary at first but everyone was so patient and kind and she did so great! Loved the personalized experience at Dr. Toothfairy ♡
Took my 18 month daughter for her first dentist appointment and I am so happy that I chose Dr. ToothFairy. Dr. Lara was so sweet, took her time to explain everything to me and was patient with my daughter. The little toothfairy doors around the office are such a beautiful touch, and made my daughter so happy (she didn’t want to leave).Highly highly recommended and can’t wait to continue our dental journey with Dr. ToothFairy! Thank you Dr. Lara 🤍
Dr. Lara and her staff were amazing and so friendly! It was very easy to make an appointment, they had a sign welcoming all the new patients and so many fun things to play with in the waiting room and the exam room. They made my 2.5 year olds first dental visit a breeze.
Great Doctor! My daughter really does not like going to the Doctor but loved her experience with Dr. Saleh! Her staff and office was wonderful! I am definitely coming back here!
What a lovely office! Our 2 year-old had a fun time at the dentist (yes, fun!) and got her first cleaning. Dr. Lara was so perfect with our little and made our daughter so comfortable. That’s all we can ask for. The office is very inviting and we loved the little tooth fairy doors in the ops! We will be back!
They have a nice waiting area for kids, they’re super patient and fast. Definitely recommend this office!
Dr. Lara Saleh and her team made our visit extremely pleasant and efficient! Dr. Saleh is fantastic with children and really cares about her patients. She’s also extremely knowledgeable and explains everything. And there are so many cute Toothfairy-themed surprises for the kids to look forward to! She’s the best! Don’t miss out.
Dr. Lara and her staff did amazing with my 3 year old, who doesn’t typically like doctor visits. The office is clean, modern, and has engaging toys that helped put my son at ease for his first visit. Booking an appointment was very easy as well.
Dr.Lara is best pediatric dentist I have seen for my kids. She is so sweet and loving. Both kids used to be afraid of visit g the dentist and now they LOVE to go there. She is so punctual and easy to work with. Highly recommended!
One of the best doctor and staff member I ever have, I def recommend it staff are very kind people and the main thing is that my daughter felt very good and happy with the doctor. 🥰
What an amazing pediatric dental experience from the moment you walk in! The office atmosphere is so charming with much for the kids to play with and marvel at. Dr. Lara is so patient, calm and gentle with the kids. She made sure they were very comfortable and had positive experiences. She explained the treatment plan understandably and thoroughly to me. The staff was also very helpful, friendly and kind.
I heard of Dr. Toothfairy through word of mouth. My son and I had a 5 star experience with our first visit. The location is great, free parking right out front, the office is modern and very clean/sterile, the support team and Clinician are all phenomenal. My son is under going various dental treatments and she was clear in communicating the treatment plan and created a safe and comfortable environment for us both. Including a tv above the chair to make it entertaining, and toys and games in the waiting room. Happy to say we have found our family dentist for the long haul!
What a wonderful office! The entire staff and Dr was great with my kids. We have visited several different dentists and finally found the one that we will be returning to.
Dr. Saleh was great with my daughter! Very thorough and ensured both my daughter and I were comfortable with the recommendation coming from the consultation.
What an incredible way to start kids off feeling great about dental health! Dr. Lara and her staff were just delightful. So kind, considerate, and compassionate at every single turn. The office is bright and spacious with lots of kid friendly toys and details to look at. There is a "baby room" with baby/toddler friendly toys, a very comfortable glider, and big windows for viewing some of the dental equipment. There is even a sweet little fairy door with coins for the toys in the machines at the door. Dr. Lara was so considerate of Theo and how he was feeling so we took some breaks in between her exam and demonstrations for brushing and flossing. I loved the way Dr. Lara explained everything too - very clear and easy to understand with enough detail to feel like I know what to look for and not so much that I am swimming in information overload. She had some great informational sheets about toothpaste and great tips/tricks. I can already tell that this will be a place Theo feels comfortable and safe in as he grows up. Definitely check out Dr. Toothfairy!!
Dr. Saleh and her staff are great! It was our first visit to get a second opinion and my daughter loved her (considering she generally does not like to go to dentists, it is a big deal for us). On top of their great attitude towards my daughter and us, she saved us from drilling multiple teeth by suggesting to apply something else. She will probably be our permanent dentist! Thank you!
This was the most incredible dentist experience my children and i have had. My children were treated like Gold. This appointment was the first appointment my autistic son ever made it through. I came in with so much anxiety and left so filled with so much gratitude 🥹. My son has had the most awful experiences at other dentist offices and it has been so hard to watch that as his mother. We literally have been to 6 other offices. He has a procedure coming up that I have been dreading and literally have had nightmares about, knowing now that it will be with Dr.Toothfairy I am at ease. Thank you so much to Dr.Toothfairy and her incredible staff.
200% recommend. Took my 2 year old son for his first ever dentist visit today and could not have been easier. Clean, professional and comfortable environment. Book today and tell all your friends!!
I cannot say enough good things about this place! My daughter is 5YO and has difficulty with a lot of things sensory. Going to the dentist was always a difficulty for her, no matter how much we prepped and talked about it. After searching for a new dentist, I came across the page for Dr. Toothfairy. I knew immediately that we found the right location when they called to get to know me and my daughter and asked "What's her favorite TV show so we can have it ready?" I knew right then that we were in good hands and that they put the children first. We arrived at the office. It's nice, bright, and spacious. There's a little arcade machine and musical toys. They have something for every child to like. Dr. Lara was so sweet and patient with my daughter and all of the staff were so helpful and friendly while they explained the whole process. I don't want to give all of the surprises away because you should be able to experience it yourself, but I would highly recommend any parent with children to go to Dr. Toothfairy. I've already scheduled my 3YO for her first appointment to take place in February. You'll have peace of mind knowing that your child is in good hands with Dr. Lara and her team.
It was the first time taking my kids there. They loved it great atmosphere and staff. Everyone was super friendly and very patient. My kids asked to have this place as their regular dentist. I thought the welcome sign with my kiddos name was so cute.
Dr. Lara and her staff are AMAZING! From the initial contact by phone through the greeting and appointment itself. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. The experience was beyond what I expected. The day before I had booked with another office but the whole experience was horrible; immediately after checking in, we cancelled the appointment due to unprofessional staff. So when we rescheduled to Dr. Lara’s office, I imagined anything was better than what we experienced with the other dentist. I am actually glad it all led us to finding Dr. Lara because she gave us a complete 360 and completely better experience, much better than we expected. She is very friendly with children and her staff is so kind and patient. I will be bringing my other children here. Every inch of the office is decorated with children in mind. Super clean and kid friendly. Lots of fun things appealing to children. Please consider this place for your children’s needs!
My four year old had an exceptional experience at Dr. Toothfairy. From being greeted at the door with a sign that had her name on it and the fairy doors that were found around the office to the gentlest of care during her cleaning and X-rays, I cannot imagine going anywhere else for her dental care! Thank you to Dr. Lara and her staff for making us feel comfortable and listening to our questions with patience and providing evidence-based answers.
Had my son’s first dental appointment here it was so welcoming and fun the Doctor was very understanding and explained everything so well! The outline of the office made my son feel so at eased he didn’t cry at all best dental office by far
Very attentive and engaged staff, making my son's first dentist visit a fun one.
Amazing office, friendly stuff and knowledgeable doctor. She also takes her time and explains the treatments and causes and personalize very treatment. My kids love her and she is making sure they are comfortable while getting the service.
I have to honestly say, from the moment I walked into the welcoming environment until the end of the visit was the most refreshing visit ever! My son has literally been to every dentist in Falls Church and has been traumatized. We FINALLY made it through an entire visit with his full cooperation! I am so happy I met Dr.Solehs assistant at 7’11, we finally found our Dental Home! 🦷 Yes they have a party room for the kids! 💙
I can't say enough great things about Dr.Lara at Dr.Toothfairy and their dental practice in Falls Church. From the moment I walked through the door, Me and my son felt welcomed and cared for. The entire experience was top-notch.Friendly Staff:First and foremost, the staff is incredibly friendly and attentive. They made my son feel at ease, which is not something I typically associate with a dental visit. She's not only highly skilled but also takes the time to explain procedures, answer questions, and ensure you're comfortable every step of the way.Clean & High Skill Staff:The clinic is modern and spotlessly clean, I appreciate their commitment to a safe and hygienic environment, especially in these times.Space for Kids:There plenty of space for kids, and some game station for they to relax.They go above and beyond to ensure minimal discomfort and maximum results.Easy to book and accept many insurances:For me Ameritas Dental Care Insurance.I can't believe we are going through next business day for the appointment.Scheduling appointments is a breeze, and I've never had to wait long to be seen. They respect your time, which I truly appreciate.If you're looking for a dental care provider in Falls Church, I wholeheartedly recommend Dr.Lara at DR.Toothfairy and her team. They provide excellent care in a warm and welcoming environment. I'm so grateful to have found them!
Just had our first appointment at Dr Toothfairy and it was so great! I had the most pleasant front desk phone calls with them when confirming my appointment (they even moved my appt for nap time!) and they were just as nice in person. You can tell they care about making it fun for the kids and a special experience for first visits 🙂
The Dr. Toothfairy Staff were amazing. They were very patient and kind with my son.
Love this office! The service and staff are amazing. Dr. Lara has a passion for children and it shows. This is definitely her calling.
Dr. Lara is a MUST GO! Her and her team are top notch. We were greeted at the top of the steps with a welcome sign with my daughter's name on it and Dr. Lara was there to welcome and introduce herself. My daughter was nervous but, was immediately smiling and laughing. I will tell everyone to take their kiddos to them!!!! Each chair is equipped with a tv and they ask the child's favorite show and put it on for them. Top notch all around!
We had the most wonderful experience. The dentist was very thorough and showed us all the results of both my sons’ exams. We loved the personalization of the experience - from having their names on the front board to letting them pick out a show to watch. They love coming to the dentist!
Our two year old son had a great experience at his first dentist appointment. The staff and Dr. Lara were organized and friendly. The office had fun toys to distract even our very active toddler. Thanks!
I would definitely recommend this place to anyone! I love the Doctor and the staff are very kind. The place is new and clean and everyone there is so helpful! Thank you Dr. Lara.
This was absolutely the best experience we could have hoped for. Our son had never been to the dentist (2y/o) and fell and chipped his tooth. Despite never having been to the practice, they took us in first thing in the morning. From entry into the office, to exit, the experience was wonderful. The whole team was so courteous, child-centered, and compassionate. Dr Lara was so comforting in addressing the emergency, and carefully explaining everything. Our son was so well taken care of. We will never go anywhere else.
Dr. Toothfairy did great with all 3 of my kids. They were comfortable, calm and actually enjoyed the visit unlike past visits at other offices. The whole staff was kind and very informative.
Dr. Lara Saleh was absolutely amazing- the entire staff makes you feel like family! (Such a cute office as well!) Extremely professional, gentle with the kiddos, super friendly and everyone takes time to explain everything! Will def be back and the only place I’ll recommend! Also Dr. Saleh and staff were amazing with my autistic son who it 3.5.. and not the greatest at brushing his teeth.
Dr. Lara, her staff, and her office are warm and welcoming. My daughter had an accident on her scooter over the weekend and our regular dentist was on vacation. Other dentists would not see her for over a week. Dr. Lara took us the day I called and did a thorough exam. She answered all of my questions and made my daughter feel very comfortable. Thank you, Dr. Lara!
We love Dr. Toothfairy! She is the best. I have an 11 and 8 year old who were due for regular cleanings but my previous dentist never mentioned putting sealants on their permanent teeth. Both got sealants and walked out with a great big smile on their face. Process was easy and seamless and staff super friendly. Thank you Dr. Toothfairy and team for making it an enjoyable experience!
My children (ages 6 and 3) had a truly wonderful experience with Dr. Toothfairy and her amazing support staff. She is professional, kind, and truly excellent at her job as a Dentist. My kids can’t wait to come back! Thank you for being one of the best pediatric Dentists in the area! We are grateful to have found such an amazing practice!
Dr. Lara had such a peaceful welcoming office, for children and for parents. You can tell she really puts her heart into her practice in every area. My son has had a few bad experiences with other dentist so he was very nervous to go, but she made him feel at home and comfy, with no pressure towards him or myself. From my experience she has more of an holistic approach which I appreciate. I wish she would take on adults because I would love to have her as my own dentist. Thank you dr. Lara and staff❤️
Dr. Lara was great! She was much more thorough than our previous dentist (South Tampa Kids Dental Krewe) and the office had a lot of cool "Toothfairy" touches our 3 and 5 year old really enjoyed. We'll be back in 6 months for our next cleaning/exam. Thanks!
We just had our first dental appointment for my 21 month old son, and we had such a wonderful experience with Dr. Toothfairy! The staff go above and beyond to make kids feel welcome and comfortable, and the doctor is excellent - very kind, patient, and thoughtful. I would wholeheartedly recommend this practice to any parent!
Fantastic experience! Brought my 4 year old here and I'm honestly a little jealous that I can’t come here too!Making an appointment was very easy, all the form filling can be done online before going in which speeds everything up. Warm welcome from Ali put my daughter at ease. They have tons of kid friendly touches, fairy doors, toys, games, video games and glow in the dark room!!Dr. Lara the dentist was fantastic. Really knowledgeable and lots of practical advice given in an easy to digest manner. X-rays are done in office and the whole cleaning/check up was very gentle. She checked how my daughter was tolerating everything lots of times, asked her if she wanted to have her top teeth or bottom teeth cleaned first etc. my kid got to watch tv during the exam also.They accept all insurances and I really cannot say anything negative. If you're looking for a great local dentist then try this place- let me know if they start taking adult patients!!
Dr. Lara made our son’s first dental appointment very special, low stress, professional, caring, and informative. She listened to our concerns and shared research findings to help us develop a great care plan. The office is beautiful and fun and the approach to oral hygiene supports emotional well-being. Loved the Toothfairy “secret” doors around the office! I am so glad our son will continue his care with Dr. Toothfairy!
Our son Owen had his first ever Dentist appointment here and we could not have been more pleased. From start to finish everyone at the office made sure Owen was comfortable, excited and ready to go. They offered multiple areas for his first cleaning and made sure to slow down the process to talk Mom and Fad through as well.They did not stop with the cleaning! Once he was done, he had the chance to walk and get a “prize” and take a “my first dentist appointment picture”I would absolutely recommend for anyone looking for a dentist for their kids!
Coming to Dr.Lara was a dream come true for my 2y old son’s first dental visit. I was so worried about my son crying and making a fit. He was actually so happy I was so surprised. He mingled and laughed with the doctor and staff. Dr lara put my son at ease by showing him what to expect and making him laugh about it. When he left the office the whole time he kept showing his teeth to the whole family and smiling and saying I want to go to the dentist again. Not only is everyone nice but also the office is clean and beautifully set up, very kid friendly.Thank you
Dr Lara is far best caring pediatric dentist ever!! Very intelligent and skilled. I highly recommend her to falls church community. Office is charm
Dr.Toothfairy is the ONLY place you should be bringing your children to! I am so grateful to have found Dr.Toothfairy.I will not go anywhere else. Thank-you for the patience, the love you share towards children, the knowledge you share and for being YOU.
I can not say enough positive things about Dr. Lara and her team! I LOVE them! They are so kind and take such good care of my 4 year old daughter. I have been in the dental field for 23 years myself and I have to say that Dr. Lara is EXCELLENT at what she does!!! My daughter is super excited every time she hears that we are going to the dentist. For me, having someone you can trust means EVERYTHING! Thank you for being great Dr. Toothfairy!!!! Highly recommend!
These people are so friendly and so professional. They know how to deal with and better yet they know how to deal with special need kids
Great experience for my young daughter. They were patient, engaging, friendly, and helped explain things well.
Dr. Lara was able to make my daughter feel safe and at ease with her calming and welcoming attitude. She's been very supportive, patient (especially with my thousand and one questions). She took provided great advise and tips for teaching our 4 year brushing and taking care of teeth. Great experience, will definitely visit again and highly recommend her to family, friends and others.
Awesome experience and top-notch service with Dr Lara Saleh! I had brought in my 5-year-old twins to get some cavities filled, and at first, I was a bit nervous because I wasn't sure how my kids would do. I can only say that Dr. Lara did an excellent job. She made everything fun and kid-friendly and made the entire experience non-stressful. I would highly recommend Dr. Lara and the team. Congratulations on your new location in Falls Church!!
Dr Lara is wonderful 💜 She is very patient and gentle with young children. I appreciate the time she takes to address our concerns and she always demonstrates best practices when it comes to my kids dental hygiene.
Dr Lara is simply the best. Our entire extended family relies on her for all (eight) of our kids’ dental needs. They range in age from less than a year old to the oldest who is now in high school. She is a master of her craft, and makes us all (parents and kids alike) feel like we are in the most capable hands regardless of what we come to her for.When we moved to McLean, we used to drive almost 40 minutes to see her—but now that she has her own office in Falls Church, it’s a less than 10 minute drive. Her new office is so wonderful. It even has a room especially for babies and infants. Congratulations Dr Lara, we are thrilled to be your patients!
Dr Lara is everything that a pediatric dentist should be. She is diligent, knowledgeable and cares deeply about each and every one of her patients. Our family is very fortunate to have had her as our dentist since both of our kids were born. Our daughter often tells us that she wants to grow up to be a kids' dentist, "just like Dr Lara" :)Most importantly, she is the most capable dental professional I have come across in my life--which is what I value most for my kids. She takes the time to explain everything to us in detail and makes the experience fun for our family. We are delighted that she has her own office now in Falls Church, and to be able to count on her to keep our kids healthy and smiling.
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