District Dental Center
Matthew Gialanella, DDS:
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★★★★★

DENTAL TREATMENTS OFFERED

Dental cleaning

White fillings

Crowns

Inlays & onlays

Bridges

Clear aligners

Porcelain veneers

Teeth whitening

Dentures & partials

Root canal treatment

Tooth extraction

TMJ treatment

Dental implants

CLEAR ALIGNER SERVICES

OFFICE HOURS

Monday: 7:30 am to 5:00 pm

Tuesday: 7:30 am to 5:00 pm

Wednesday: 7:30 am to 5:00 pm

Thursday: 7:30 am to 5:00 pm

Friday: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

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PATIENT REVIEWS

A dentist you can trust. Dr. Gialanella is my dentist. He takes a very measured intervention approach. There have been a number of times when Dr. Gialanella has told me that we should “wait and see” if we need a procedure. This is a very big difference from other dentists who I’ve found to be trigger happy. Front-office staff is also excellent: very organized, very professional. Could not recommend this dentist more.

Can’t say enough good things about District Dental. Everyone is friendly, courteous and professional. I dare say I actually enjoy going to the dentist now! Exams never feel rushed. Treatment options are well explained and they will help create a plan/schedule for you. The actual dental work is very high quality and well executed. Could the prices be lower, sure, but you get what you pay for!

I found this place solely off of yelp reviews and through recommendations on Next Door. The staff are all extremely friendly, take the best COVID precautions, and are extremely honest and thorough! Dr. S was great and very helpful in explaining what was going on! It had been a year since I had been to the dentist and I was relieved to get my teeth cleaned and have everything looked at. The best part is that as a new patient they gave me a very beautiful mug!

During this pandemic people naturally have a fear of going to the dentist for their regular visits. The staff at District Dental Center have gone the extra mile to ensure client safety by taking all of the precautions necessary. The staff, as always, are in good humor and take the time to explain everything clearly from the dental hygenists to Drs Schobel and Gialanella who do the best dental work in DC in a clean, professional, state-of-the-art dental office. It is wonderful!

I was so happy when I find out that Dr. G has opened up his new practice a few blocks from my office. My appointments are always quick and painless. Dr. G is very patient and takes time to answer any questions you may have on the treatment plan. The staff are very knowledgeable, friendly and efficient. I highly recommend District Dental.

I first visited Dr. Gialanella for a second opinion regarding dental work which was already done on me by different dentist. He was very patient with all my questions and explained everything in detail. Also, he did a crown on one of my molars and I was 100% satisfied! Dr. Gialanella is a perfectionist and as for me that’s the main quality a Dentist should have 🙂 Beautiful office and always friendly staff. Highly recommended!

My family and I have been Dr Gialanella’s patients for many years and we followed him to his new practice because he is amazing. He is kind and considerate and aims for excellence in everything he does. I love the fact that he never tries to push products or services on his patients and that he listens patiently. He really seeks permanent dental solutions, a rare thing these days! We wish District Dental success always!

The experience at District Dental is top notch. The office is clean and modern and the staff super nice and accommodating. They seems legitimately happy to be there. You’re never rushed there. It feels very boutique. Dr. G is awesome, for friendly and Caron and it doesn’t hurt that he’s very easy on the eyes 😉 They submit to insurance for you and everything feels seamless and easy. Would definitely recommend The only downside parking but it’s in the middle of D.C. so what can you expect? At least there’s a parking garage adjacent to the building.

I’ve had quite a few bad experiences with dentists, including dentists being rude or pushing unnecessary treatment on me. I am so pleased with District Dental and happy I found a dentist office that feels so warm and welcoming! They are professional and kind and genuinely want to help. I also received a gift of a mug, pen, and chapstick after my first appointment. I look forward to my next appointment!

I can’t say enough good about Dr. Schobel and Dr. Gialanella. They are honest, smart, very friendly, and extremely skilled dentists. I have terrible teeth and Dr. Schobel has been absolutely fantastic to work with as we have repaired my mouth with 6 crowns and numerous fillings. He is very skilled and does impeccable work, and is always willing to answer my questions and listen to my concerns (if any arise). I have very high expectations for medical & dental providers, and there isn’t a dental office I would recommend more.

Dr. Gialanella is an amazing dentist. If you live in the DC Metro area, you should consider visiting Dr. Gialanella’s office for a cleaning. In addition to being very kind, Dr. Gialanella is professional, honest, attentive, and a perfectionist. Dr. Gialanella did a great job of explaining procedures on my treatment plan and expectations going forward. I first visited Dr. Gialanella because I had a crown that needed to be replaced. He saw me that day, and promptly diagnosed me. Dr. Gialanella’s office uses modern equipment and the office was extremely clean. Overall I give Dr. Gialanella 5 stars for service, pricing, friendliness, and professionalism.

This was a fantastic experience! Like many, I loathe going to the dentist. I’ve, unfortunately, had too many experiences with dentists in my life (are any of my teeth real?) and I was met with misfortune in most of those dental experiences. But District Dental sets the standard for dental care. Hands down, this is definitely one of the best experiences I’ve had in DC. It may even be one of the best I’ve had in general! The front desk staff was great! The dental assistants are very professional, skilled, and friendly. My dentist was Dr. Matt G. and never have I had the problem, rationale, and procedural steps explained to me in such a clear manner. Some dentists speak to you as though you were sitting next to them in their dental classes but Dr. Gialanella understands that when he shows you an x-ray, you may not know what you’re looking at — he made it easy to understand for the layperson which helped me trust the process. He was attentive, gentle, and totally trustworthy. Vanessa is also great. You can tell she really cares about the integrity of her work, which made me relax — well as much as one can when sitting in a dental chair. I feel relief that I finally have a dentist I can trust in DC. I definitely recommend this dental office!

Front desk staff are kind and professional. Waiting room is calm and quiet. I trust my dentist’s recommendations and have only had positive experiences. I appreciate that they don’t try to upsell or convince me to get unnecessary procedures. There is a parking garage conveniently located underneath (not complimentary).

I have been going to DDC since I moved to DC, two years ago. I only have wonderful things to say about them and I highly recommend them! Dr Gialanella is very attentive and kind. He cares about the patients and explain everything in details. They are not after your money at all! I know I have a cavity coming in one of my teeth and they could have easily said I needed a procedure already. They didn’t. Dr. G always keeps an eye on it and says that as long as I continue to take a good care of it, I shouldn’t need to worry about it! All the staff is very friendly and, most of all, efficient! Carmen, the front desk, is very nice! Francisco always takes care of everything I need and he is very efficient dealing with insurance stuff. They are always able to tell which procedures are covered under your insurance. The hygienists are amazing! I do my cleaning every 6 months with them and always feel lighter when I leave! They are all amazing, but I want to give a special shout out to Ana Muniz, one of their dental assistants. Last time I went there she took the impressions for my night guard and retention. She was extremely efficient and careful! I usually feel like throwing up when taking impressions but Ana made it feel quite easy and smooth! She is funny, she is always on a good mood, and she takes a very good care of the patients!

Dr. Gialanella is the best! He’s very patient and caring. He helped to fix a discolored tooth due to a dying nerve. I was getting married in a month and he got my yellow tooth to match in brightness. It was perfect! I was also looking for a regular dentist and from this experience, I’m not going anywhere else! This center doesn’t take my insurance but they make it painless to get reimbursed. Great staff overall!

I was really impressed with Dr. Gialanella and the whole office at District Dental. I was trying to look for a place to add in front veneers after getting my braces off and ultimately chose District Dental because of another dentist’s recommendation and by looking through the Yelp reviews. It was ultimately the Yelp reviews that made me pick them. All the positive Yelp reviews are accurate, and I’m very happy with them. On the first visit, I was impressed with the direct and friendly staff and then ultimately impressed with how Dr. Gialanella took a lot of time to sit down with me and answer all my questions and talk through everything in a very friendly way, without ever feeling rushed. In the past, I’ve noticed other professionals can brush off questions or be in too much of a rush to give you the quality time you are really looking for. I’m very happy with the result and with the experience. It has honestly been a pleasure seeing Dr. Gialanella and the whole office from beginning to end. I can tell Dr. Gialanella puts patients first and will look out for the patients’ best interests, which is what I would want in a dentist. I also noticed that he treats the office and his staff right, which is always a great thing. With Dr. Gialanella, I feel like I’m going in to see an old friend, one who will make sure he gives the best treatment possible and make sure that I’m happy with everything. I’m positive he would do everything within his means to make sure his patients get the care they are looking for. This has been the best dentist I’ve gone to and am happy to give them the highest recommendation possible.

I was really impressed with Dr. Gialanella and the whole office at District Dental. I was trying to look for a place to add in front veneers after getting my braces off and ultimately chose District Dental because of another dentist’s recommendation and by looking through the Yelp reviews. It was ultimately the Yelp reviews that made me pick them. All the positive Yelp reviews are accurate, and I’m very happy with them. On the first visit, I was impressed with the direct and friendly staff and then ultimately impressed with how Dr. Gialanella took a lot of time to sit down with me and answer all my questions and talk through everything in a very friendly way, without ever feeling rushed. In the past, I’ve noticed other professionals can brush off questions or be in too much of a rush to give you the quality time you are really looking for. I’m very happy with the result and with the experience. It has honestly been a pleasure seeing Dr. Gialanella and the whole office from beginning to end. I can tell Dr. Gialanella puts patients first and will look out for the patients’ best interests, which is what I would want in a dentist. I also noticed that he treats the office and his staff right, which is always a great thing. With Dr. Gialanella, I feel like I’m going in to see an old friend, one who will make sure he gives the best treatment possible and make sure that I’m happy with everything. I’m positive he would do everything within his means to make sure his patients get the care they are looking for. This has been the best dentist I’ve gone to and am happy to give them the highest recommendation possible.

Last year, Dr. Schobel spent pretty much his entire Christmas Eve Day performing an emergency root canal on my two front teeth, which I had knocked out playing basketball late the night before. That’s what I call going beyond the call of duty and being dedicated to your patients. But it didn’t end there. Dr. G did a great job working with me moving forward, eventually giving me two beautiful crowns on those front teeth. I was a little nervous — I’d never had a crown before, let alone in the very front of my mouth where everyone can see! But these crowns look exactly like my old teeth did, and maybe even a little better. People don’t believe me when I tell them that they’re not my original teeth. Long story short: These guys are seriously the best dentists you can find in the DC area. They care about their patients. They do excellent work. And they’ll always go the extra mile to provide you with great care.

I visited the District Dental Center for a second opinion as another dentist was recommending extra procedures that I was unsure of. All the staff at District Dental were so warm and helpful. The dentist was very friendly and patient, he explained his approach and insights, and answered all my questions. I had a great experience, I plan to keep visiting this office (even though it is an hour away from me) and would recommend you to anyone looking for a good dentist. Did I mention that this consultation was free? Thank you so much for squashing my stress regarding dental care.

I visited the District Dental Center for a second opinion as another dentist was recommending extra procedures that I was unsure of. All the staff at District Dental were so warm and helpful. The office was very clean and followed Covid safety protocols. The dentist was very friendly and patient, he explained his approach and insights, and answered all my questions. I had a great experience, I plan to keep visiting this office (even though it is an hour away from me) and would recommend you to anyone looking for a good dentist. Did I mention that this consultation was free? Thank you so much for squashing my stress regarding my dental care.

I have never had such a thorough dental exam as I had with Dr. Gialanella. He took the time to carefully review x-rays and other diagnostics, explain everything clearly, and answer all of my questions. He made sure to give me all the information I needed, but also didn’t push me to take action more urgently than was necessary. It was one of the most positive experiences I’ve had at the dentist.

I met Matt a few years back as i was his exterminator. Being from another state it was tough/impossible to get recommendations from family and friends for something so intimate when i started to have an issue with my teeth. One evening i was servicing Matt and his family and the fact that he was a dentist came up threw general conversation. At about 7pm, standing in his kitchen, his wife and small children waiting to enjoy him being home from working all day, he took a quick look at the concern i had and gave me his professional opinion and set me up with an appt the next day for a few days later. I knew then he was a good guy. His office is located in the heart of DC which is about 30-35mins from my home but i wouldn’t go anywhere else . Highly recommend !

I have been going to DDC since I moved to DC, two years ago. I only have wonderful things to say about them and I highly recommend them! Dr Gialanella is very attentive and kind. He cares about the patients and explain everything in details. They are not after your money at all! I know I have a cavity coming in one of my teeth and they could have easily said I needed a procedure already. They didn’t. Dr. G always keeps an eye on it and says that as long as I continue to take a good care of it, I shouldn’t need to worry about it! All the staff is very friendly and, most of all, efficient! Carmen, the front desk, is very nice! Francisco always takes care of everything I need and he is very efficient dealing with insurance stuff. They are always able to tell which procedures are covered under your insurance. The hygienists are amazing! I do my cleaning every 6 months with them and always feel lighter when I leave! They are all amazing, but I want to give a special shout out to Ana Muniz, one of their dental assistants. Last time I went there she took the impressions for my night guard and retention. She was extremely efficient and careful! I usually feel like throwing up when taking impressions but Ana made it feel quite easy and smooth! She is funny, she is always on a good mood, and she takes a very good care of the patients!

I was so impressed with how kind and thorough everyone was! I felt like everything was explained to me clearly, in simple terms when need be, and everyone was incredibly welcoming, from the reception desk to the dentist’s chair to payment. Thank you all so much for making a potentially nerve-wracking place and experience absolutely comfortable!

Dr. Gialanella is a great dentist!  He’s very thorough and takes his time to explain what’s going on.  He’s been my dentist and my husband’s since I moved to the area 7 years ago.  He’s personable and always asks how my son is doing (our son’s are the same age).  So when I heard Dr. G started his own practice in DC, I made sure to follow.  The location is really convenient and I like the feel of the smaller office, unlike the other practice in Arlington which was always growing and changing.  Looking forward to my next visit!

For many people, going to the dentist can be a nerve-breaking, uncomfortable experience. The sterile environment, drilling noises, and sore jawbones don’t help either. However, you’ll become a devote dental patient once you meet Dr. Gialanella. This man should be instituted into the Dental Hall of Fame and have a street, school, and city named after him. Dr. Gialanella is by far the best dentist I’ve ever had the pleasure to be a patient of. His level of professionalism, bedside manner, personality, charisma, and charm is world-class. I’ve had much dental work done (crowns, fillings, cleaning, invisalign, the works) and Dr. Gialanella does it with such precision, gentleness, and simplicity that you question what in the world every other dentist is doing. His office staff is incredible, super friendly, and helpful – I always leave with a smile and have several laughs when I’m at the office. I’d recommend Dr. Gialanella in a heartbeat to anyone looking for a new dentist or for someone who wants to get a truly world-class experience and feel like they are in the best dental care possible in this universe. Dr. Gialanella – you are a miracle worker and I am truly blessed to call you my dentist!

Dr. Gialanella is truly as good as it gets. I had a broken tooth emergency and Dr. Gialanella made the time and effort to see to me under tight time constraints. More importantly, Dr. Gialanella is a perfectionist, which lends itself to his impeccable work and care. I’m extremely satisfied with the results and I look forward to more and regular visits. Additionally, the office is clean, organized and located in a very convenient location accessible to parking, metro, and other public transportation. Dr. Gialanella and the staff are super professional and courteous. Highly recommended.

I saw Dr. Gialanella at District Dental Center last week, and I was floored by the service and kindness of the staff, and the professionalism and care of Dr. Gialanella. The dentist office is not everyone’s favorite place to be, but you immediately feel at ease when you arrive, and Dr. Gialanella explains each step of the process. He is gentle (I fell asleep getting a cavity filled!), kind, and funny. He took the time to get to know me and worked with me to meet my needs. With a new insurance from work, I had lots of questions, and the staff helped me to make sure all of my questions were answered and made the most of my coverage. I also happened to be able to meet Dr. Schobel while I was there. I can tell working with Dr. Schobel would give me the same kind of top-notch care I received from Dr. Gialanella. It was also awesome that the office is super convenient to three metro stations, easy parking garages, and an easy walk from most downtown businesses.

I was really impressed with Dr. Gialanella and the whole office at District Dental. I was trying to look for a place to add in front veneers after getting my braces off and ultimately chose District Dental because of another dentist’s recommendation and by looking through the Yelp reviews. It was ultimately the Yelp reviews that made me pick them. All the positive Yelp reviews are accurate, and I’m very happy with them. On the first visit, I was impressed with the direct and friendly staff and then ultimately impressed with how Dr. Gialanella took a lot of time to sit down with me and answer all my questions and talk through everything in a very friendly way, without ever feeling rushed. In the past, I’ve noticed other professionals can brush off questions or be in too much of a rush to give you the quality time you are really looking for. I’m very happy with the result and with the experience. It has honestly been a pleasure seeing Dr. Gialanella and the whole office from beginning to end. I can tell Dr. Gialanella puts patients first and will look out for the patients’ best interests, which is what I would want in a dentist. I also noticed that he treats the office and his staff right, which is always a great thing. With Dr. Gialanella, I feel like I’m going in to see an old friend, one who will make sure he gives the best treatment possible and make sure that I’m happy with everything. I’m positive he would do everything within his means to make sure his patients get the care they are looking for. This has been the best dentist I’ve gone to and am happy to give them the highest recommendation possible.

I visited Dr. Gialanella for a routine check up recently and unfortunately I had a couple of cavities. I came in the next week and his work was nothing short of professional. Dr. G. was detailed in his work and I was never uncomfortable. In fact, it was one of the most relaxing experiences I have ever had at a dentist’s office! I highly recommend District Dental Center.

Let me start by saying, I have been in DC for going on 6 years and this is the 3rd Dentist I have been to in that time. The previous two places were unreliable, inefficient and incompetent, so you can imagine how THRILLED I was to find this office! I have seen Dr. Schobel for a yearly exam and follow corrective filling work (not previously fixed by other offices), as well as Dr. Gialanella for a check-in hello during my last cleaning. They have both been fantastic! The offices are well located and very modern and clean. They even have tvs you can watch during procedures, which really helped take my mind off the cavity work. I also really appreciated the time Dr. S took to walk me through his recommendations for a procedure, and then allowed me to make an informed decision on my own. No pressure, only support. I have never found this in another office. While all this is great, I also want to be sure to give a special shout out to their dental hygienist Casey and their front desk staff (especially Kayla). I have NEVER found a medical office with a staff front to back of house, that was more pleasant and efficient. Medical front desks and billing departments are often the reasons patients leave good doctors, so I usually don’t anticipate good experiences here. They are all fantastic at dealing with patients! Kayla even helped me get my dental records from my previous place last year, who was being particularly difficult. I cannot recommend this practice enough. Every person here has been wonderful.

Overall, great customer service. I switched to DDC two years ago looking for a more personal/individual care, and I found it.  Dr. Gialanella is legit but most importantly, he has one of the best dental hygienist working with him. Silvina is so far the best I have experienced. She is kind, friendly, and knowledgeable. She is really concern about my dental hygiene and help me achieve great outcomes with each visit.

Dr. Gialanella and staff provide exceptional care; the dentist, dental assistants, front office associate, and hygienist – Dr. G., Marisol & Vanessa, Francisco, and Silvina, respectively – always explain each procedure they undertake thoroughly & in plain language (to those of us who know zilch about dentistry ), and are exceptionally approachable, courteous, friendly, and professional. Their professionalism, support, and courteousness towards each other is noteworthy and laudable as well. Recently, I received three fillings and a crown — Dr. Gialanella and staff pulled off the procedure painlessly & flawlessly in a single sitting, to boot — and the care I received was top – notch. To be sure, I undoubtedly recommend and enthusiastically endorse the staff and care District Dental Center provides with the utmost fervor; whatever your dental needs, this office will provide you with great care.

I first visited Dr. Gialanella for a second opinion regarding dental work which was already done on me by different dentist. He was very patient with all my questions and explained everything in detail. Also, he did a crown on one of my molars and I was 100% satisfied! Dr. Gialanella is a perfectionist and as for me that’s the main quality a Dentist should have 🙂 Beautiful office and always friendly staff. Highly recommended!

I’ve been seeing Dr. Gialanella for about 4-5 years now and followed him to DC when he opened his own practice! I’ve lived in many places and had many dentists and he’s by far the best I’ve ever had. Extremely personable, patient, and focused on providing the best care. He takes the time to explain everything and makes sure you’re completely comfortable during your entire visit. The entire staff there is awesome and shout out to Nicole, one of the hygienists, who just makes my cleanings fly by with fun!

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