Convenient Access from Westhampton
Westhampton sits just south of McLean, and Dolley Madison Dentistry is about 10 minutes away by car. Neighbors who need a dentist near Westhampton can drive north on local streets, skip the interstates entirely and be in the chair soon after leaving home. Our two dentists care for children, parents and long-time residents under one roof.
Start from Haycock Elementary School on Haycock Road, the neighborhood elementary for many Westhampton streets. Head north on Haycock Road to Westmoreland Street, follow Westmoreland Street north, and continue onto Chain Bridge Road into downtown McLean. The trip is about 3.3 miles and takes roughly 10 minutes, with no tolls.
Chain Bridge Road brings you to Dolley Madison Blvd (Route 123), where our office stands at 1313 Dolley Madison Blvd #209, McLean, VA 22101, between Summit Road and Beverly Road. Save our Google Maps listing for the first visit. Patients also join us from Pimmit Hills and Idylwood.
A Close-By Practice for Westhampton Families
Westhampton is a small residential enclave in Fairfax County that dates back to 1949. The Dulles Toll Road and its access road run along the west side, I-66 runs along the south, and Great Falls Street passes along the north. Residents have a Falls Church mailing address, though the neighborhood lies outside the independent City of Falls Church.
Those big highways shape daily life, but none of them stands between Westhampton and our office. Westmoreland Street is the natural line north, and it leads straight into the shops and offices of downtown McLean. A drive that short makes it realistic to keep up with checkups instead of postponing them.
Rush hour adds time on Haycock Road and Westmoreland Street, so a slot after the morning peak or in the early afternoon tends to make for the calmest trip. Coming home, the same two roads lead you straight back south. Either way, the whole drive stays on neighborhood streets and local connectors.
Once you arrive, downtown McLean puts a few errands within easy reach. The Dolley Madison Library and the McLean Community Center are both a short distance from our office, so a cleaning can pair with a library stop or a quick trip to the Salona Village shops on Chain Bridge Road.
The neighborhood is also changing as newer households arrive alongside residents who have been here for decades. Our schedule is built for both groups, from school-morning checkups to longer restorative visits. Appointments start at 8:00 AM Monday through Friday and run until 6:00 PM Monday through Thursday, while Friday ends at 2:00 PM and Friday hours vary.
Dental Questions Westhampton Neighbors Bring Us
Parents of Haycock and Longfellow students usually ask about growing smiles. Is the bite lining up? Are those crowded front teeth going to correct themselves? Our orthodontic evaluations follow a child's growth over several visits, and clear aligners or retainers come into play only when the timing is right.
Long-time Westhampton residents tend to arrive with different concerns. A tooth that throbs when you drink something hot or cold may have an infected nerve. Root canal therapy removes that infection and keeps the natural tooth in place, which is usually better than losing it.
A tooth that needs root canal therapy does not always hurt. Sometimes the only clue is a darkening tooth or a small bump on the gum, which is why routine x-rays matter even when you feel fine.
Our office treats root canals with high-power surgical microscopes that magnify the inside of the tooth. Fine canals are easier to find and clean under that view, and the surrounding tooth structure is preserved. Cone beam CT imaging adds a 3D picture of the roots when a case is more complex.
Gums need care at every age. Puffy or bleeding gums are often the first sign of gum disease, and scaling and root planing clean the pockets that a regular cleaning cannot reach. For certain gum procedures our office uses soft-tissue lasers, which allow precise work on the tissue around the teeth.
School-age children need a steady routine more than anything else. Brushing twice a day, flossing once teeth begin to touch and limiting sticky snacks between meals all lower the risk of cavities. A cleaning and exam every six months then catches whatever slips through, while the problem is still small.
Some neighbors simply have not seen a dentist in a while. Life gets busy, and a gap of several years is more common than most people admit. We start with a calm exam, digital x-rays and a cleaning, then map out next steps in a sensible order.
Services Offered to Patients Seeking a Dentist Near Westhampton
Endodontics Dentistry
When decay or a crack reaches the nerve, root canal therapy can save the tooth. Surgical microscopes help us treat the canals carefully. A crown usually follows to protect the tooth for years of chewing.
Preventative Dentistry
Checkups, cleanings, oral cancer screenings and low-dose digital x-rays are the core of every Westhampton patient's plan. Regular visits catch decay while fillings are still small. They also give your family a steady record of how each smile changes.
Orthodontics
Orthodontic evaluations track how children's jaws and teeth develop. Teens and adults can straighten teeth with clear aligners. Afterward, retainers keep the new alignment in place.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Dental bonding can repair a chipped front tooth, and whitening brightens enamel dulled by years of coffee. Porcelain veneers reshape teeth that are worn or uneven. Our dentists walk you through each choice before anything begins.
Emergency Dentistry
Knocked-out teeth, abscesses, lost fillings and sudden swelling all need prompt attention. Call during office hours and we will advise you on the next step. Being close to Westhampton means you can reach us quickly once we have a time for you.
Meet Your McLean Dental Team
Dr. Wiltbank is a Diplomate of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine and also offers snoring treatment and custom night guards, while Dr. Elamin brings a family-oriented approach and speaks Arabic with patients who prefer it. Between them, Dr. Bradley D. Wiltbank, DMD and Dr. Azhari H. Elamin, DDS care for Westhampton patients of every age.
Insurance & Financing
We work with many insurance providers, and our insurance team submits claims to help you use your full benefits. You will see a clear estimate before treatment starts. For costs insurance leaves behind, flexible financing is available, and we also take credit cards, cash and checks.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Dolley Madison Dentistry from Westhampton, and how do I get there?
From Haycock Elementary School, our office is about 3.3 miles north, around a 10-minute drive. Haycock Road, Westmoreland Street and Chain Bridge Road lead into downtown McLean and onto Dolley Madison Blvd (Route 123). It is an easy, toll-free route for anyone wanting a dentist near Westhampton.
Is it worth replacing old silver fillings that don't hurt?
Not always, since a sound silver filling can last many years. Replacement makes sense when a filling is cracked, leaking at the edges or has decay forming underneath, which x-rays and an exam can reveal. When one does need replacing, tooth-colored fillings or a crown restore the tooth, and our dentists will show you what they see first.
How can I tell if a toothache means I need a root canal?
Lingering pain after hot or cold drinks is one of the clearest signs. Other clues include pain when you bite down, a tooth that has darkened, swelling or a pimple on the gum nearby. Only an exam and x-rays can confirm it, and our dentists will explain whether a filling, a root canal or another option fits best.
Do you use lasers for gum treatment?
Yes, our office uses soft-tissue lasers for certain gum procedures. The laser allows precise work on the tissue around the teeth and is one of several tools we use for gum disease. Scaling and root planing remain the starting point for deeper pockets, and our dentists will explain where laser treatment fits into your plan.
Do you see adults who have avoided the dentist for years?
Absolutely, and there is no lecture involved. Your first visit includes an exam, digital x-rays and a cleaning matched to what we find. From there, our dentists rank any needed treatment by urgency so you can space it out, and comfort options like nitrous oxide make the return easier.
Schedule Your Visit from Westhampton
Getting back on track with a dentist near Westhampton starts with a quick phone call. Reach us at (703) 952-3822, see the full list of communities on our areas we serve page, or head to the Dentist McLean, VA homepage to learn about the practice.