
About Us
Based on our philosophy, we work with new and existing clients using a treatment plan for their teeth. Typically, this strategy aims to preserve your teeth for the rest of your life. This strategy was created with your input. Your teeth won’t be fixed until you and your dentist talk about your current dental health and your preferences and make a step-by-step plan together.

Vision

Mission
Our motto is: ‘To make you smile confidently.’ We experience that many people are unsatisfied with their teeth, appearance, or function. We can find a good solution for almost any dental problem, and we always consider the patient’s budget. At Virginia Dental Care, there are several options for this!
We know better than anyone that 75% of the population fears the dentist to a greater or lesser extent, which is why communication and a personal approach are very important to us.
Our Philosophy
Dr. Omer Akmal is a board-certified periodontist and has directed our vision toward helping patients understand how the dental disease works and ways to prevent it. Our society and way of life are directly responsible for many health issues. It is only through understanding how our environment affects us that we can take control of our health.
Dental anxiety is a major hurdle for patients getting the help they need. This is often because of bad experiences in the past, a bad relationship with a previous doctor, or just seeing too many scary things on TV. We want to help you break these poor stereotypes and instead see your doctor as a partner here to help you with your health.
We understand that every individual’s dental needs are unique, and choosing a dentist is important. From the moment you walk in the door, you’ll be welcomed by our caring staff in a modern, contemporary, relaxed setting where the whole family can feel at ease.
Virginia Dental Care provides general, cosmetic, orthodontic, periodontics, endodontics, oral surgery, and dental implants to help you achieve your ideal smile. We have several methods to help you with anxiety and make treatment accessible so you can smile again.

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Our Team
Dr. Bruhn loves building long-lasting relationships with her patients to ensure they have the best possible experience. She is committed to providing quality, comprehensive dental care to all of her patients and staying up-to-date with the latest advances in dentistry. Dr. Bruhn’s goal is to make sure you're comfortable in the dental chair and walk out with a smile!
In her free time, Dr. Bruhn enjoys traveling, cooking, trying new restaurants, and spending time with her husband and her miniature dachshund, Otto.Dr. Hartsell believes strongly in the value of continuing education. She is an active member of the American Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry, the Greater Washington Academy of Dental Studies. She has also completed all the rigorous requirements and achieved the fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry. In her free time, Dr. Hartsell enjoys cooking, gardening, Argentine Tango, and spending time with her friends and family.

Dentist in Arlington, VA
Her years of experience in all aspects of the dental office operation ensure that our patients get the best experience, most attention, and feel being part of our extended family.
Alejandra is a native to Virginia and lives with her husband and three lovely kids. She enjoys cooking, traveling, and family functions, and is an AMAZING Calligrapher.

Dr. Akmal’s compassion and understanding of the fears and anxiety of a visit to the dentist in conjunction with his background in Psychology make him an excellent caregiver. He will put your fears at ease, and help you to understand the issues with your teeth, and how he will work to solve them. His approach to dentistry revolves around a strong relationship with his patients, a strong emphasis on patient understanding of their disease process, and active participation in their own treatment.
Dr. Akmal is an active member of “The American Academy of Periodontics” (which he is a Board Certified member). In his free time, Dr.Akmal enjoys exploring the various arts and food nooks around DC, football, soccer, travelling, and rock climbing.
