https://www.smilenorthwest.com/welcome daily 1.0 2018-12-10 https://static1.squarespace.com/static/55ca4740e4b0eeb918e2595a/t/5685efc925981d3d9120b884/1451618251280/thumbnailnwdc.png Welcome https://www.smilenorthwest.com/services daily 0.75 2018-12-10 https://static1.squarespace.com/static/55ca4740e4b0eeb918e2595a/t/5c0deda340ec9ab6a3d8dff2/1544416701505/EXTRACTIONS.gif Our Services - EXTRACTION There are some times when a tooth is beyond saving. This is when one of our dentists will carefully remove the tooth to reduce pain and prevent infection. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/55ca4740e4b0eeb918e2595a/t/5c0dec8b758d469c148af56f/1544416423584/SEALANTS.gif Our Services - SEALANTS Dental sealants are a type of plastic coating that will act as a barrier on teeth, protecting cavity-prone areas. Usually applied to chewing surfaces of back teeth, they are used to cover deep pits and grooves in teeth. Sealing a tooth is fast and easy and protects teeth from decay. While sealants are an added protection against decay, it is still important to brush and floss every day. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/55ca4740e4b0eeb918e2595a/t/5c0df8edf950b74959d75c73/1544419627382/mouth_guards.gif Our Services - MOUTH GUARD Mouth guards are an essential part of protecting your teeth while you play sports. We can create custom fit mouth guards ensuring maximum protection for your teeth. If you participate in contact sports, you should wear a mouth guard to protect your teeth and jaw. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/55ca4740e4b0eeb918e2595a/t/5c0dedf9aa4a99cfacbf7ebd/1544416913553/PERIODONTAL-OR-GUM-DISEASE-CARE.gif Our Services - PERIODONTAL OR GUM DISEASE CARE Your gums play a large role in your oral health. Occasionally, issues may arise with your gums which may affect the health of your teeth. We can provide you with a solution for periodontal and gum disease. Our dentists will discuss a treatment plan with you. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/55ca4740e4b0eeb918e2595a/t/5c0dec426d2a73796731b58b/1544416334638/EXAMS-AND-X-RAYS.gif Our Services - CLEANINGS AND CHECK-UPS We’ll begin by performing a check on your teeth and gums and requesting information regarding your overall health and medical history. Following this we’ll clean and polish your teeth and share steps to improve your oral health. When we’ve completed your exam and cleaning we will discuss any treatment you might need and answer any questions you have. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/55ca4740e4b0eeb918e2595a/t/5c0deb164ae237a297e995a9/1544416068120/FILLINGS.gif Our Services - FILLINGS Dental fillings will be completed as quickly and painlessly as possible. The dentist will remove all decayed and unhealthy areas of the tooth to prevent further tooth decay. As your dental health partner, we want to help you to prevent cavities and keep your smile healthy. Always brush twice a day, in the morning and evening. Remember to floss to remove plaque from between teeth. Your dental health is a part of your overall health. To help aid your overall health, don’t forget to eat a healthy, balanced diet. Avoid foods that will stick between your teeth as well as sodas and juices high in sugar. Reach for water instead! https://static1.squarespace.com/static/55ca4740e4b0eeb918e2595a/t/5c0deeef40ec9ab6a3d8ecbb/1544417052466/DENTURES-AND-BRIDGES.gif Our Services - DENTURES AND BRIDGES If you have one or more missing teeth, partial dentures or bridges can improve dental health by filling in any gaps in your teeth. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/55ca4740e4b0eeb918e2595a/t/5c0ded1403ce648d40075535/1544416547459/CROWNS.gif Our Services - CROWNS A crown is a dental restoration procedure that covers an existing tooth. This restoration will improve the appearance of the tooth and strengthen it. Crowns serve to protect a fractured tooth as well as help cover those that are discolored and misshapen. Each crown is custom made and will require multiple visits. During your first visit, any tooth decay will be removed and we will place a temporary crown on the tooth. During the second visit, your permanent crown will be placed on the tooth and adjusted. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/55ca4740e4b0eeb918e2595a/t/5c0df4a521c67c5de4e1f45c/1544418507320/oral_surgery.gif Our Services - Damaged Teeth Teeth can be damaged due to decay, a root fracture or trauma to the tooth. In children, some primary teeth may not fall out and will require extraction in order for the permanent teeth to erupt. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/55ca4740e4b0eeb918e2595a/t/5c0debb270a6ad7e8a48055f/1544416210174/ROOT-CANALS.gif Our Services - ROOT CANALS A root canal is the process of removing swollen or infected tissue within a tooth to prevent pain and/or stop the infection. In many cases, a tooth treated with a root canal will require a crown for the best possible outcome. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/55ca4740e4b0eeb918e2595a/t/5c0df9b20ebbe8549dbda519/1544419792922/night_guard.gif Our Services - NIGHT GUARD Do you grind your teeth at night? Familia can create a custom fit night guard to prevent damage to your teeth at night! https://static1.squarespace.com/static/55ca4740e4b0eeb918e2595a/t/5c0df94a4fa51afa16a2dd82/1544419679493/wisdom_teeth.gif Our Services - WISDOM TEETH Wisdom teeth are the last set of teeth to come in. They will grow in at the back of your mouth, sometimes crowding out the other teeth in your mouth. If this occurs, the dentist will determine whether or not the wisdom teeth will need to be removed. With any case of oral surgery our dentists and staff will cover the necessary procedures and treatment. Our dentists will answer any questions regarding this treatment. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/55ca4740e4b0eeb918e2595a/t/5c0df05c0e2e72365cb229db/1544417403228/WHITENING.gif Our Services - WHITENING Your teeth can be stained over time by certain types of food and drink, such as coffee or tea. We offer whitening services which can quickly improve the appearance of your smile by removing stains from your teeth. Familia can provide you with either a take-home kit or an in-office whitening. In-office whitening are considerably faster than the take home kit allowing you to smile brighter sooner. A take-home kit takes additional time, but can be done in the comfort of your own home. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/55ca4740e4b0eeb918e2595a/t/5c0d72c7562fa767853a4137/1544385237870/EXAMS-AND-X-RAYS.gif Our Services - EXAMS AND X-RAYS EXAMS AND X-RAYS Proper examination is the first and most important step in any medical practice. In our pursuit of better care for you, we only use digital x-rays in our office, reducing the amount of radiation by almost 80% compared to traditional x-rays. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/55ca4740e4b0eeb918e2595a/t/5c0df0b28a922dfd48195344/1544417482328/VENEERS.gif Our Services - VENEERS Made from a very thin layer of porcelain, veneers are cosmetic tools which can immediately improve the appearance of your smile while maintaining its natural beauty. Veneers are bonded to your existing teeth, improving the appearance of chipped, broken, cracked, misshapen or discolored teeth. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/55ca4740e4b0eeb918e2595a/t/5c0df22dc2241bcfcdacf869/1544417864342/TOOTH-BONDING.gif Our Services - TOOTH BONDING The application of tooth colored filling material (composite) to the teeth has been a dental technique for many years. Recent advances in technology have increased the strength, durability and longevity of these restorations. 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He then obtained his dental Degree from Howard University in 2008. After dental School Dr. Choudhury went to work with Capitol Dental at DC General Hospital for a few years. During that time he had the privilege of working with Howard University dental school faculty who helped him train in Oral Surgery, Restorative and Prosthodontics. With the confidence from his training he decided to pursue his dream of starting his own private practice. In the summer of 2009 Dr. Choudhury continued his service in the community in by starting his first practice, North West Dental Care. From the success of his first dental practice and most importantly the love and support of his patients, Dr Choudhury opened his 2nd practice in south east DC in 2015. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/55ca4740e4b0eeb918e2595a/t/5bfbb4448a922de88ef2926f/1543222423807/Dr-Tefesehet-Mesfin.gif About Us - Dr. Tefesehet Mesfin Dr. Mesfin graduated from University of Pennsylvania earning her bachelor’s in science in Biomedical Engineering and received her doctorate in dental surgery from Columbia University. She then continued on a Post Doctorate general practice residency at Bronx-Lebanon Hospital in New York City where she was able to gain experience in all facets of dentist, including oral surgery, root canal treatments, crowns and bridges. Dr. Mesfin is committed to service and excellence. She keeps up with current dental advancements by attending several continuing education courses. 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