Ashburn Children's Dentistry

Ashburn Children's Dentistry Welcome to Ashburn Children's Dentistry! Your child’s lifelong journey to optimal whole-body health and wellness starts at Ashburn Children’s Dentistry.
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We practice from the heart - delivering outstanding, advanced, customized dental care in an environment where childhood memories are made into healthy lifestyles! ❤ For almost 20 years, we have been honored to be one of Northern Virginia’s most awarded practices most recently voted 2019 Northern Virginia’s Top Dentist. At Ashburn Children’s Dentistry, we believe that every kid deserves an amazing

smile that instills confidence for life, while setting them up for long-lasting health. We deliver care in a fun, loving, non-threatening environment where both child and parents feel appreciated by our well-trained staff on their healing journey. We love helping our patients reach their full potential of having a healthy, happy and attractive smile while using the mouth as an opportunity to improve the entire body.

03/05/2026

When we talk about “Green Light,” we’re not just talking about technology — we’re talking about tissue response.

At the tissue level, the non-surgical laser light helps:
• Gently influence the fascia (the connective tissue under the tongue and lips)
• Support the softening of hyaluronic-acid–rich tissue, which can contribute to relieving stiffness and restriction
• Encourage more comfortable, efficient healing after a release

Fascia isn’t just “extra tissue.” It’s living, responsive connective tissue that adapts to stress, tension, and restriction.

By preparing and supporting the tissue before and after a frenectomy, we can approach releases more conservatively — especially for infants but also for our kiddos, teens, and adults!

Less force. More support. Better healing.

✨ Have questions about how we make infant releases more comfortable? Send us a message or comment below.

03/04/2026

“Don’t wait for problems to get louder. Listen when they whisper.”

In infants, the “whispers” can look like:
• Difficulty latching
• Clicking while nursing
• Gassiness or reflux
• Prolonged feedings
• Poor weight gain
• Tension in the body
• Shallow breathing patterns

Sometimes these signs are related to tongue ties or lip ties that restrict proper oral function.

At Ashburn Children’s Dentistry, we believe prevention begins in infancy. We evaluate structure, function, breathing, and growth — because how a baby feeds and breathes today can influence their development tomorrow.

If something feels off, trust your instinct. Message us to schedule an infant airway and oral function evaluation. Early assessment makes all the difference.

Many early signs of sleep and breathing challenges in children are often overlooked — and some of them begin long before...
03/03/2026

Many early signs of sleep and breathing challenges in children are often overlooked — and some of them begin long before the first tooth appears.

Join us for a live conversation exploring the early foundations of infant sleep, airway health, and development.

Dr. Lynda and Dr. Krystle will join sleep medicine physician, Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown, for an important discussion about the subtle signs families and providers may miss.

🗓 Tuesday, March 3rd
⏰ 5:30 PM EST
📍 Live on Facebook & LinkedIn

If you’re a parent, healthcare professional, or simply interested in infant sleep and airway health, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

Parents — have you ever wondered:Why does my child still struggle with sleep even after braces?Why does straightening te...
03/03/2026

Parents — have you ever wondered:
Why does my child still struggle with sleep even after braces?
Why does straightening teeth not always fix breathing?
Why do some treatments fail to create lasting change?

We had the honor of joining If Your Mouth Could Talk with Dr. Bahar Esmaili to talk about what mainstream dentistry often overlooks:
✨ Airway development
✨ Nervous system regulation
✨ Birth trauma & fascia
✨ Whole-body readiness before orthodontics

Because healthy kids are built from the inside out — and the mouth is just one piece of the story.
If you’re ready to see your child’s health through a new lens, this conversation is for you.

🎙️ Watch or listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform today.
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Many early childhood behaviors are brushed off as “normal.”But mouth breathing, snoring, grinding, extended bedwetting, ...
03/02/2026

Many early childhood behaviors are brushed off as “normal.”

But mouth breathing, snoring, grinding, extended bedwetting, and extreme texture avoidance can sometimes be the body’s way of signaling that something deeper needs attention.

Children are constantly adapting. The question is — what are they adapting to?

When we understand how airway health, sleep quality, jaw development, and oral function are connected, we can support growth early instead of correcting problems later.

Awareness is not about fear — it’s about empowerment.

💬 Which of these signs have you noticed before? Let’s start the conversation.

This Women’s History Month, we honor the women who lead with purpose, compassion, and vision.In pediatric dentistry and ...
03/01/2026

This Women’s History Month, we honor the women who lead with purpose, compassion, and vision.

In pediatric dentistry and whole-child wellness, progress happens when women step into leadership — not just to treat, but to transform how we think about children’s health, airway development, growth, and prevention.

We are grateful for the women in healthcare who came before us, the colleagues walking beside us, and the young girls watching what’s possible.

Here’s to raising standards.
Here’s to raising healthy children.
Here’s to raising future leaders.

Drop a 🩷 in the comments if you’re celebrating a woman who shaped your journey.

It’s National Tooth Fairy Day — and our favorite fairies are on duty! 🧚‍♀️✨At Ashburn Children’s Dentistry, we believe d...
02/28/2026

It’s National Tooth Fairy Day — and our favorite fairies are on duty! 🧚‍♀️✨

At Ashburn Children’s Dentistry, we believe dental visits should feel just as magical as a visit from the Tooth Fairy. From first teeth to growing smiles, we focus on creating happy, healthy experiences for every child.

Let’s keep those smiles sparkling and Tooth Fairy–ready!

👉 Send us a message to book your child’s appointment today.

02/27/2026

In this episode of Conversations That Matter, Dr. Steffen Decker talks about a powerful shift happening in orthodontics: prevention and early education.

When we focus on prevention, we’re not just aligning teeth — we’re supporting healthier growth, better breathing, and long-term development for children. As Dr. Decker shares, helping one child can change a life — and that impact reaches families and future generations.

▶️ Watch the full video on our Instagram and join the conversation.
🔗 https://www.instagram.com/reel/DCUnhRHpLdl/

02/26/2026

Healthy smiles don’t just happen — they’re taught, practiced, and supported. 🪥🦷

This National Children’s Dental Health Month, we had the joy of bringing oral health education directly into our community. From brushing basics to building confidence, these little lessons create lifelong impact.

At Ashburn Children’s Dentistry, prevention is powerful — and education is where it starts. 💛

Together, we’re shaping healthier futures one smile at a time.

👉 Tag a school or parent group that would love a visit next year!
📲 Follow along for more tips on children’s dental health and development.

02/26/2026

What you’re seeing here isn’t about teaching a baby to chew — it’s about helping them organize their mouth and face in a healthy way from the very beginning.

When infants use Myo Munchee, we’re gently supporting lip seal awareness, which plays a key role in nasal breathing, tongue posture, and early facial development. These small moments of practice help build the foundation for feeding, sleep, and airway growth over time.

Early support isn’t about rushing development — it’s about guiding the body toward natural, healthy patterns.
📩 Have questions about whether this is right for your baby? Send us a message — we’re happy to help.

02/25/2026

When a patient says they want a dentist with more experience… so we traveled back a few thousand years just to be safe. 😄

Just kidding — this meme is all in good fun to brighten your feed!

While we didn’t actually practice in prehistoric times, our team has proudly served families for over 25 years. That’s decades of experience, growth, continuing education, and evolving with the science — especially when it comes to airway-focused and whole-child care. 💛

Ready to see what modern pediatric dentistry should feel like? Schedule your visit with us today!

Malala Yousafzai’s journey reminds us that meaningful change rarely happens overnight. Malala Yousafzai grew her voice s...
02/24/2026

Malala Yousafzai’s journey reminds us that meaningful change rarely happens overnight. Malala Yousafzai grew her voice step by step—and in the same way, children grow best when they’re supported with patience, intention, and the right foundation.

At Ashburn Children’s Dentistry & Womb 2 Grow Wellness, we see everyday that real development takes time. Some children progress quickly, others unfold more gradually—and both paths are valid.

✨ Growth isn’t rushed. It’s nurtured.

📩 Send us a message to learn how we support your child’s long-term growth journey.

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44025 Pipeline Plaza, Suite #225
Ashburn, VA
20147

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Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 1pm

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Childhood Smiles to Healthy Lifestyles

Your child’s lifelong journey to optimal whole-body health and wellness starts at Ashburn Children’s Dentistry. For almost 20 years, we’ve been honored to be one of Northern Virginia’s most awarded practices most recently voted 2019 Northern Virginia’s Top Dentist. At Ashburn Children’s Dentistry, we believe that every kid deserves an amazing smile that instills confidence for life, while setting them up for long-lasting health.

Unlike conventional dentistry practices, we go beyond your standard fillings and orthodontic work, and ask WHY? Your teeth tell a story; they are the windows to your health. We look for the story the teeth tell us about your child’s health, using a comprehensive integrative approach to address the root cause of the issues that can potentially lead to a multitude of developmental health concerns.

We practice from the heart – delivering outstanding customized dental care to create an experience that exceeds each patient’s expectations from when you walk through door. We are authoritative leaders in pediatric dentistry utilizing lasers and other advanced technologies. Through education and collaboration, we help parents commit to a wellness journey that focuses on proactive prevention and conservative actions that prioritize overall health at each stage of development.