Lila H. Kim DDS

Dr. Patel is both a dentist and a physician, completing both is medical and dental degrees at Columbia University. He finished his residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center in New York City. During his training, he participated with Healing the Children in the countries of Columbia and Ecuador treating children with cleft lips and palates. Dr. Patel was also part of one of the first teams involved in CT guided implant placement at Columbia University. Dr. Patel was born and raised in Philadelphia and went to Boston University for college. Dr. Patel, his wife and three children enjoy spending time together and enjoy traveling

Welcome to First Smile DentalFirst Smile Dental delivers expert care for patients of all ages. Located in historic Alexandria, Virginia, the practice, led by Keehong Kwon, DDS, and Erika Mogrovejo, DDS, offers a wide range of family dentistry services. Patients can receive routine dental cleanings, emergency dental care, oral surgery, and much more.First Smile Dental boasts state-of-the-art facilities with convenient hours. The staff knows that keeping up with dental visits can be a challenge for busy families. They offer timely appointments that fit into your schedule. If patients have urgent dental needs, the staff makes every effort to provide immediate care.During your visit to First Smile Dental, the team works tirelessly to set patients at ease. Dentist visits can be nerve-wracking, but this practice features a soothing, relaxing environment. The team builds long-lasting relationships so patients can feel confident about their dental care.The providers at First Smile Dental know that every mouth is unique. That's why they deliver personalized care and customized treatments. The team works with each patient to get to the root of the problem. They identify dental concerns and help patients explore cutting-edge solutions. At First Smile Dental, patients can receive dentures, implants, crowns, and bridges.First Smile Dental also offers a range of cosmetic treatments, including Invisalign and Philips Zoom! Whitening. The team takes pride in helping patients use cosmetic dentistry to achieve the smile of their dreams.First Smile Dental is proud to be a trusted provider for many families in the Alexandria, Virginia, area. To learn more, call the office today or schedule an appointment online.