Business Details
30 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Dentists in Andover, MA
Andover Family Dental has been a trusted provider of comprehensive dental care in Andover, MA since 1996. Founded by Dr. Apara Sharma, a proud Andover native with over 20 years of experience, our practice combines personalized care with advanced dental techniques. Our team of highly skilled dentists, including periodontist Dr. Braga and general dentist Dr. Dinyaryan, offers a collaborative approach to treatment, minimizing the need for external specialists.We prioritize patient comfort through a relaxing environment and state-of-the-art technology while maintaining a deep commitment to the local community. Our services span preventative care, emergency dentistry, cosmetic enhancements, and restorative treatments, ensuring complete oral health solutions for families across generations.
Services
Preventative Dentistry
Emergency Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Invisalign
Restorative Dentistry
Pediatric Dentistry
Periodontal Therapy
Myofunctional Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 29 years of combined experience from three highly skilled dentists
- Our practice provides comprehensive in-house care for all dental needs
- We guarantee same-day emergency appointments when possible
- We accept major PPO insurance plans and offer flexible financing options
- Our team maintains advanced training through institutions like SPEAR Education
Associations and certifications
- American Dental Association
- American Academy of Periodontology
- Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry
Services
Preventative Dentistry
Our preventative care includes bi-annual checkups and cleanings to maintain optimal oral health. We perform comprehensive oral cancer screenings and provide custom nightguards for teeth grinding. Our team educates patients on proper home care techniques while using advanced diagnostics to detect issues early. This proactive approach prevents dental problems from developing into more serious conditions requiring extensive treatment.
Emergency Dentistry
We offer same-day appointments for urgent dental issues including broken teeth, knocked-out teeth, and severe toothaches. Our experienced team handles dental trauma from sports injuries or accidents with immediate reimplantation procedures and pain management. We provide temporary stabilization and develop comprehensive treatment plans to restore dental function and appearance following emergencies.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Transform your smile with our cosmetic treatments including professional teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, and bonding. We address stains from coffee, wine, or tobacco while correcting chips, cracks, and gaps. Our smile makeovers combine aesthetic improvements with functional restoration, creating natural-looking results that boost confidence and oral health.
Restorative Dentistry
We restore damaged or missing teeth with crowns, bridges, and dental implants. Our tooth-colored fillings repair cavities while maintaining aesthetics. The team performs root canal therapy to save infected teeth and creates customized treatment plans for long-term oral health restoration that maintains natural bite alignment and function.
Invisalign
Straighten teeth discreetly with Invisalign's clear plastic aligner system. This alternative to traditional braces gradually moves teeth through a series of custom-fitted trays that are removable for eating and cleaning. We create personalized treatment plans for both adults and teens seeking subtle orthodontic correction.
People
Dr. Apara Sharma
General Dentist
With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Sharma graduated from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and completed a General Practice Residency at Waterbury Hospital. She maintains membership in the American Dental Association and pursues continuing education through SPEAR Education and the KOIS Center.
Dr. Braga
Periodontist
A periodontal specialist with two decades of experience, Dr. Braga earned his DMD from Harvard and specializes in laser-mediated periodontology. He teaches at the Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry and has lectured globally on dental implant techniques and periodontal therapies.
Dr. Khosrow Dinyaryan
General Dentist
Dr. Dinyaryan graduated first in his class at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. He focuses on cosmetic dentistry, occlusion, and implant dentistry while completing three times the required continuing education hours to maintain expertise in the latest dental techniques.
Montana
Lead Dental Hygienist
With 5 years of clinical experience, Montana specializes in preventive care while maintaining a passion for outdoor adventures. She provides thorough cleanings and personalized oral hygiene education to help patients maintain healthy smiles.
Rosalie
Dental Hygienist
A seasoned hygienist with over 30 years of experience, Rosalie focuses on patient education and preventive care. She builds lasting relationships with patients while helping them achieve confidence in their smiles through comprehensive cleaning and maintenance programs.
Questions
When should I schedule my child's first dental appointment?
Bring your child when their first tooth appears or by their first birthday for early development checks.
Can you help with dental emergencies?
Yes, we offer same-day appointments for severe toothaches, broken teeth, or knocked-out teeth emergencies.
Are financing options available for dental care?
Yes, we offer flexible payment plans through Sunbit and Cherry financing with low-to-no interest options.
Do you accept dental insurance?
We are in-network with major PPO providers and help maximize your insurance benefits at every visit.
What cosmetic dentistry services do you offer?
We provide teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, bonding, and smile makeovers to address stains and imperfections.
How often should I visit the dentist?
We recommend bi-annual checkups and cleanings to maintain optimal oral health and prevent common dental issues.
