Ashburn Pediatric Dental Center

Today my 5 children got their checkups and we had the most amazing time. Michelle had my 4 year old, who was extremely apprehensive at first, in fits of laughter and by the end my daughter wanted to stay! Jennifer was exciting and entertaining for 3 of my other children. She kept them happy and made this such a positive experience. She was able to connect with all of them on their levels, from my teenager to my 8 year old. Sabrina had the misfortune of taking care of my most difficult child. Most people would decide that she is just too difficult and I've even had a different dentist restrain her but NOT this incredibly skilled and child friendly team. They talked her down and kept her excited about her new princess sparkly teeth! I've never been to another dentist office that has cared so much about your child's experience. What an amazing day at Ashburn Pediatric Dental Care!!! Thank​ you Michelle, Jennifer and Sabrina. All 5 kids are already excited about their next visit back!

My girls love to vist Dr Patel and they love the new office!

Hello, I should have steered clear of Ashburn Pediatric Dental Center. Although my children first had a great experience with Dr. Patel who cleaned their teeth for years. We recently had an horrific experience with Ashburn Pediatric Dental Center, that changed my view of them drastically. My two children had attended Ashburn Pediatric Dental Center for many years and we never had an outstanding balance of any kind.



Then, we missed one appointment for a routine cleaning, and was charged $80.00 ($40.00 per child). I delayed paying the fee because I was between jobs, which is why I had missed the appointment to attend an interview. I began to look for work and resolved to pay the missed appointment fee when I could, but it was not a priority, as I had living expenses to pay first, before paying a missed appointment fee. Then to my surprise, I received a COURTS SUMMONS from plaintiff Ashburn Pediatric Dental Center, Ajit A. Patel, D.D.S., for the $80.00 missed appointment fee, plus Attorney fees (nearly $200)!!!



A sheriff actually served me with a civil claim at my home! I found it horrific and embarrassing that not only was I between jobs, but being sued by my kid's dentist for not paying the missed appointment fee!!



I was angry at first, then grew saddened that Ashburn Pediatric Dental Center would take a mom to court for missing her child's dentist appointment. I called them immediately, thinking that I could simply pay the $80.00 and court fees, but they were rude, and insulting. They referred me to their "lawyer" and said they could not speak with me about the $80.00 balance because it was not in their "attorney's hands".



All of this over missing the appointment fee!



I tracked down their attorney, who did not answer my calls or return my calls. So, I wondered how I was supposed to pay her the missed appointment fee. I now have to take off work and appear in court. That's a costly missed appointment!!!



Needless to say, if you do attend Ashburn Pediatric Dental Center, be aware of our experience. I now know to really research and do more homework before selecting a dentist for my child. Not only is important to have a friendly dentist, but the entire office staff and operation must be ethical, sympathetic, and professional. That's extremely important, and a huge lesson learned!



Ouch! :(