Business Details
38 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Dentistry Experts in Alexandria, VA
Established in 1988, our dental practice has been dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to patients in Alexandria and the surrounding areas. Led by Dr. Richard D. Gruntz and Dr. Richard D. Gruntz III, our father-and-son team combines decades of experience with advanced dental technology to address both routine and complex oral health needs. We prioritize personalized treatment plans, ensuring each patient receives tailored care that aligns with their unique requirements.Our commitment to ongoing education allows us to offer cutting-edge solutions, from preventive care to restorative and cosmetic procedures. With a focus on patient comfort and trust, we strive to create a welcoming environment where individuals and families can achieve lifelong oral health. Our practice emphasizes transparency, ethical practices, and clear communication, ensuring patients feel informed and confident in their treatment choices.
Services
Dental Implants
Cosmetic Veneers
Teeth Whitening
Root Canal Therapy
Pediatric Dentistry
Gum Disease Treatment
Dental Crowns
Orthodontic Solutions
Emergency Dental Care
Dental Bonding
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of combined experience in general and cosmetic dentistry.
- Our practice utilizes advanced technology for precise diagnostics and treatments.
- We provide personalized care plans tailored to each patient's unique needs.
- Our team prioritizes patient comfort and transparent communication throughout treatment.
- We maintain a commitment to ongoing education in the latest dental techniques and standards.
What people say
Most caring, kind
Best dental treatment
Friendly staff
No unnecessary procedures
Compassionate care
Services
Dental Implants
Dental implants provide a permanent solution for missing teeth, combining titanium posts with natural-looking crowns. This service restores functionality and aesthetics while preventing bone loss. Ideal for patients seeking durable, long-term tooth replacement that mimics natural teeth in appearance and function.
Cosmetic Veneers
Custom porcelain veneers address chipped, discolored, or misaligned teeth, creating a uniform, aesthetically pleasing smile. This minimally invasive procedure offers long-lasting results, improving tooth color, shape, and spacing for patients seeking confidence-boosting cosmetic improvements.
Root Canal Therapy
Root canal treatment removes infected pulp from damaged teeth, preserving natural tooth structure while eliminating pain. Using rotary endodontics, we ensure efficient, comfortable procedures that save teeth from extraction and maintain oral health.
Teeth Whitening
Professional whitening services target surface stains and deep discoloration using peroxide-based solutions. Patients achieve brighter smiles safely under dental supervision, with options for in-office treatments or customized take-home kits tailored to individual sensitivity levels.
Gum Disease Treatment
Scaling and root planing, along with advanced periodontal therapies, address gum inflammation and infection. This service halts disease progression, prevents tooth loss, and promotes gum reattachment, ensuring long-term oral health and systemic wellness.
People
Richard D. Gruntz
Dentist
Graduate of Georgetown University School of Dentistry (1980) with over 35 years of experience. Established the practice in 1988, focusing on compassionate care and advanced dental techniques.
Richard D. Gruntz III
Dentist
University of Maryland Dental School graduate (2011) trained in modern restorative and cosmetic procedures. Committed to continuing his father's legacy of patient-centered dental care.
Jill Lombardi
Dental Assistant
Dental assistant and office administrator with 18+ years of experience. Specializes in patient care coordination and ensuring up-to-date clinical practices for optimal patient outcomes.
Questions
What dental emergencies do you handle?
We treat chipped, cracked, or knocked-out teeth, severe toothaches, and dental trauma during office hours. Call immediately for urgent care.
Do you accept dental insurance?
Yes, we work with most major dental insurance plans and assist patients in maximizing their benefits for covered procedures.
What cosmetic options improve smile appearance?
We offer veneers, teeth whitening, bonding, and crowns to address discoloration, gaps, misshapen teeth, and other aesthetic concerns.
How often should I schedule checkups?
We recommend biannual exams and cleanings for optimal oral health, though individual needs may require more frequent visits.
What technology improves treatment accuracy?
We use intraoral cameras, digital X-rays, and CEREC technology for precise diagnostics and efficient restorative procedures.
Are payment plans available?
We offer flexible payment options and can discuss financing solutions for extensive treatments to accommodate patient budgets.
