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Looking for a Dentist Near You? Personalized, Compassionate Dental Care.

Personalized, compassionate care in a judgment-free environment, where you'll feel heard, informed, and comfortable every step of the way.

Call Now: (571) 760-4997
4.9 from 354 Google Reviews ★★★★★
Ridgetop Dental Alexandria reception area
6481 Old Beulah St
Alexandria, VA
Judgment-Free, Gentle Care
Free Insurance Benefits Check
Same-Day Emergency Visits

We Work With Most Major Dental Plans, Including:

Delta Dental Cigna MetLife UnitedHealthcare Guardian BlueCross BlueShield United Concordia Dental

Not sure about your plan? We'll check your benefits for free before your visit, so you know what's covered.

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Been a While? Nervous? Not Happy With Your Last Dentist? You're in the Right Place.

Our patients tell us the same things again and again: they were worried about being lectured, rushed, or sold work they didn't need. So we built our first visit around the opposite.

Your New Patient Visit Includes:
  • A comprehensive exam, X-rays, and a cleaning, all in one visit
  • One-on-one time with your dentist before anything starts, to hear what worries you
  • Your X-rays and scans on screen, explained in plain English
  • An honest plan: what needs care now, and what can safely wait
  • Your costs in writing first, with your insurance benefits already checked
  • No lectures and no pressure, no matter how long it's been
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New Patient Special

No Insurance?

Exam, X-Rays & Cleaning
ONLY$99
$99Emergency Visit
FreeSedation Consultation
Call Now: (571) 760-4997

Offers for new patients without dental insurance. Ask our team for full details when you call. Have insurance? We'll check your benefits for free.

Tooth Pain? Overdue? Nervous? We Can Help.

Whatever is going on with your teeth, our experienced doctors will explain your options clearly and help you feel confident about what comes next.

Tooth Pain or a Broken Tooth

Call first thing. We often fit emergencies in the same day, and the emergency visit is $99 for new patients without insurance.

Overdue for a Cleaning

Whether it's been one year or ten, you'll get a gentle cleaning and a clear plan. Never a lecture.

Nervous About the Dentist

Tell us. We go at your pace, explain every step, and offer sedation options with a free consultation.

The Smile You Want

Crowns, implants, whitening, and clear braces, planned with you and explained before treatment begins.

$99 Visit if UninsuredFree Benefits CheckFSA/HSA & FinancingTrusted Since 2003
How Your First Visit Works

The Listen-First Visit: No Surprises, No Pressure.

Most dentists promise "gentle" and "honest." Here's exactly how we keep that promise, step by step.

Step 1

Call & We Check Your Benefits

We find a time that works, early mornings included, and check your insurance for free before you come in.

Step 2

Sit Down & Talk First

Meet your dentist one-on-one before any treatment. Share your history, your goals, and what worries you.

Step 3

See What We See

Your X-rays and digital scans on screen. We explain what we find, and you can ask anything.

Step 4

Your Plan, Your Call

What needs care now and what can wait, with costs in writing. Nothing starts without your OK.

Free benefits checkSedation optionsEarly-morning appointmentsCare for the whole family
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4.9 Stars From 354 Google Reviews

See why patients are glad they made the call.

Severe dental anxiety

After years of not wanting to go to the dentist and having severe dental anxiety, I expressed my feelings and concerns when visiting here. Not only were they compassionate and caring, They made sure I was comfortable every step of the way.

Alice S. (Sep 2026)
★★★★★Google
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No shaming after a long gap

First time at the dentist in a LONG time. I was worried about a dentist who would shame me. My neighborhood group suggested this office and said they were great about not shaming. They were right; very good experience and very appreciative of the extra mile they went to make me feel comfortable.

Kristen C. (Feb 2025)
★★★★★Google
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Same-day toothache

Awesome experience! Dr. Sensenbrenner took great care of me. I had a terrible toothache and she saw me the same day and extracted the problem tooth. You kept me informed throughout the entire process. Highly recommend Dr. S.

Bob T. (May 2026)
★★★★★Google
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No upsell

Honestly the best experience I have ever had at a dentist. There was no upsell, no haggling. The doctor actually just cared about how I was feeling… It may have taken me 47 years, but I think I finally found my dentist.

Brian W. (Oct 2025)
★★★★★Google
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Clear about costs

I have been looking for a new dentist in NOVA and I am overjoyed to have found Ridgetop Dental… My appointment was pain free and my smile looks great! The billing department was very clear in explaining the bill and my patient responsibility.

Juanita R. (Feb 2025)
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New patient, everything explained

I appreciate Dr. Malmstrom being attentive to my concerns before, during, and, after the initial exam as a new patient. He demonstrated a very friendly, personable, and calm demeanor… Both Dr. Malmstrom and Tyler thoroughly explained everything about my dental health and answered my questions.

Stephanie B. (Jul 2026)
★★★★★Google
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4.9 ★★★★★
Based on 354 Google reviews
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Ready for a Dentist Who Actually Listens? Call Today.

Tell us what's going on and when you're free. We'll find you a time, check your benefits, and answer any questions right on the phone.

Call Now: (571) 760-4997
4.9 from 354 Google Reviews ★★★★★
The Ridgetop Dental doctors in the Alexandria office

The Last Dentist You'll Need to Search For.

Read our reviews and you'll notice something. People don't just write about their teeth. They write about being heard, never feeling rushed, and finally not dreading the dentist.

That's what Ridgetop Dental was built for. Trusted in Northern Virginia since 2003, our team brings over 25 years of experience to everything from routine cleanings to implants and cosmetic care. We'll tell you what needs care now and what can wait, and we'll never push work you don't need.

Our team lives by one core value above all: Make No Judgments. We never assume; we listen, and we help.

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Straight Answers

Questions We Hear Every Day

No Insurance? No Problem.

The Ridgetop Wellness Plan

Our in-house plan for individuals and families. Each added household member saves more.

  • 2 dental exams and 2 cleanings per year
  • 2 fluoride treatments
  • Bitewing and panoramic X-rays
  • 1 free emergency exam
  • 1 free consultation
  • 20% off additional treatment
We also accept cash, personal checks, major credit cards, FSA/HSA dollars, and third-party financing so you can pay over time.
Do you take my insurance?

We accept these dental insurance plans:

  • Delta Dental Premier
  • MetLife PDP Plus and PPO
  • Aetna PPO
  • GEHA
  • Guardian PPO
  • Ameritas
  • Principal
  • United Concordia
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • BCBS CareFirst Administrators

Not sure if your plan is covered? Call and we'll run a free benefits check before your visit, so you know what's covered before you sit down.

It's been years since I've seen a dentist. Will I get a lecture?

No. Many of our patients come to us after a long gap. "Make No Judgments" is one of our core values: we listen, explain where things stand, and help you make a plan you're comfortable with.

I'm really nervous. Will it hurt?

Tell us when you call. We'll go at your pace, explain each step before we do it, and you can ask us to pause anytime. We also offer sedation options, and the sedation consultation is free.

How do I know what it will cost?

Before any treatment, you'll get a written plan with your costs, with your insurance benefits already checked. We'll tell you what needs care now and what can wait. Nothing starts without your OK.

Can you see me today for tooth pain?

Call as early as you can. We often fit emergencies in the same day, and if you don't have insurance, the emergency visit is $99 for new patients.

Do you see kids and families?

Yes. Many families see us together, and parents tell us their kids actually look forward to their visits.

Finally, a Dentist You'll Look Forward to Seeing.

No insurance? Get a $99 new patient exam, X-rays, and cleaning. Have insurance? We'll check your benefits for free.

Call Now: (571) 760-4997
4.9 from 354 Google Reviews ★★★★★
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