Drs. Christopher and Favagehi met while they were residents at The Ohio State University. They’ve been married for over 25 years. They’re both board-certified specialists in periodontics and dental implant surgery by the American Board of Periodontology. Patients are accepted through referrals from general dentists or by calling the office directly to schedule a consultation.
Q: What is unique about your practice?
A: We are highly specialized in what we do, and despite operating one of the area’s more established periodontics and implant dentistry practices, we treat each patient with a personal touch. At Falls Church Periodontics & Dental Implant Center, we work closely with patients, tailoring solutions to their specific needs and budgets. Our practice employs the latest technologies, including lasers, 3-D scanners, 3-D X-rays and 3-D printing for computer guided surgery. Furthermore, we extend this technology to our referring dentists, fostering collaborative, comprehensive patient care. Dr. Favagehi is an editor of a newsletter for the Academy of Osseointegration, a world-renowned dental implant organization, so he stays up to date about the latest in implant dentistry. Dr. Christopher is a recognized leader in periodontal plastic surgery and gingival grafting around teeth.
Q: What is one thing your patients should know about you?
A: We’re both teachers—and we believe to truly master a subject, you should teach it—which helps us explain even the most complicated treatments to our patients so they can understand and make informed decisions. Dr. Christopher has served as a clinical instructor at several universities, including the University of Maryland Dental School. Dr. Favagehi has received a teaching award from the American Academy of Periodontology for his work as a clinical instructor at VCU Dental School for more than 25 years. Both doctors are active presenters at many dental meetings in the U.S. and abroad.