Frequently Asked Questions
Book NowAre you accepting new patients?
We warmly welcome new patients!
What are your office hours?
We're open Mon: 9AM-6PM | Tue: 8AM-3PM | Wed: 9AM-6PM | Thu-Fri: 8AM-3PM | Sat-Sun: Closed.
Where are you located / is there parking?
Tyson Dental Esthetics is located at:
7641 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22043
Free street parking is available nearby.
Do you offer same-day or emergency appointments?
Yes, Tyson Dental Esthetics offers emergency dentistry — if you have severe pain or a serious problem that could get worse without quick treatment, please call us right away at (703) 821-8111.
How do I book my first appointment?
To book your first dental appointment at Tyson Dental Esthetics, you can:
Call the office directly at (703) 821-8111 to speak with a team member or use the convenient online booking system on our website. New patient forms are also available online.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept most major dental insurance plans, including BlueCross BlueShield, Aetna, Humana, Delta Dental, United Concordia, United Healthcare, Ameritas, Assurant, MetLife, and Guardian, plus additional plans — just contact our office to verify yours.
Do you accept patients without insurance?
Yes! For patients without insurance, our Dental Savings Plan offers memberships as low as $100 per month and includes two dental exams and cleanings annually plus discounts on additional services.
Do you offer payment plans or financing?
We've partnered with Sunbit, CareCredit, and Prosper Healthcare Lending to make financing easy! Sunbit offers 30-second online pre-approval, and we also accept cash, check, and all major credit cards.
Do you see children / are you a family practice?
Yes, Tyson Dental Esthetics welcomes the whole family — kids, adults, and grandparents — and provides comprehensive family dental care.
Do you treat patients with dental anxiety, and what sedation options are there?
Yes, Tyson Dental Esthetics understands that dental anxiety is common and offers nitrous oxide, oral conscious sedation, and IV sedation to help patients feel comfortable and relaxed during their visits.
What should I expect at my first visit?
During your first dental appointment at Tyson Dental Esthetics, you can expect a warm welcome from our front desk team and some paperwork, a professional cleaning, and then an exam with your dentist along with any treatment recommendations — the visit takes approximately one hour. New patient forms are available online.
What safety and sterilization protocols do you follow?
We follow strict infection control and safety protocols to ensure a clean and safe environment for all patients.
What dental services do you offer?
We offer teeth cleaning, dental exams and X-rays, fillings, crowns and Crown in a Day, dental bridges, dentures, dental implants, root canals, tooth extractions, Invisalign and clear aligners, orthodontics, periodontics, cosmetic dentistry, porcelain veneers, cosmetic bonding, teeth whitening, smile makeovers, gum recontouring, Botox, dental sealants, oral cancer screening, sleep apnea therapy, TMD & TMJ treatment, sedation dentistry, emergency dentistry, and more.
Are your dentists specialists, and in what?
Our dentists are Dr. Sanae Berrada and Dr. Aya Jawad. Dr. Berrada is a general dentist with advanced training in orthodontics (post-graduate certificate from NYU), implant dentistry (studies at Columbia), and cosmetic dentistry, with over 20 years of clinical expertise, and she is a Preferred Invisalign provider.
How long has the practice served the area?
Tyson Dental Esthetics has been serving the community for over 12 years.
What should I do for a dental emergency after hours?
Call our office at (703) 821-8111 during regular business hours to request an emergency visit. Our business hours are Mon: 9AM-6PM | Tue: 8AM-3PM | Wed: 9AM-6PM | Thu-Fri: 8AM-3PM | Sat-Sun: Closed.
What sedation options do you offer for nervous patients?
We offer nitrous oxide, oral conscious sedation, and IV sedation to help make your visit more comfortable and stress-free. Nitrous oxide takes effect within minutes and is ideal for mild to moderate anxiety, oral sedation is as simple as taking a pill and suits moderate to severe dental phobia, and with IV sedation you remain awake and responsive, though you may not remember much of the procedure.
Is sedation dentistry safe?
Yes — your safety is always our number one concern, and after IV sedation we ask that someone drive you home and keep an eye on you for the rest of the day.
