Gentle first visits
Positive introductions help children become familiar with the office, team and dental routine.
Pediatric dentist in Chantilly, VA
A calmer dental visit for your child—and you.
Gentle, specialized dental care for infants, children and teens—from first visits and preventive care to anxiety support, special-needs dentistry and advanced treatment options.
Accepting new patientsSaturday appointmentsSe habla Español
Care designed around your childPatient, positive visits with comfort options for different needs.
Infants to TeensAge-appropriate care
Anxiety-FriendlyPatience, not pressure
Special NeedsIndividualized visits
Advanced ComfortSedation pathways
Why Chantilly families choose us
Specialized care without the stress.
Every child responds differently to dental care. Our team takes time to understand your child's comfort level, communication style and treatment needs before moving forward.
Anxiety support
Calm explanations, desensitization and appropriate comfort options for children who need extra help.
Special-needs care
Visits can be adapted around sensory sensitivities, communication preferences and individual needs.
Complete pediatric care
Preventive, restorative, emergency and specialty services in one trusted dental home.
A visit built around comfort
What parents can expect.
We begin by listening. You can tell us what has helped—or made dental visits difficult—in the past. The team can then plan an approach suited to your child.
- Child-friendly explanations before treatment
- Extra patience for nervous or first-time patients
- Desensitization visits when appropriate
- Nitrous oxide, sedation and anesthesia pathways when clinically indicated
- Clear communication with parents before and after care
Treatment and comfort options are recommended only after an appropriate evaluation.
Meet your pediatric dentist
Mala Britto, DDS, MS
Dr. Mala Britto is dedicated to helping children enjoy healthy smiles and develop positive oral-health habits. She and her team focus on making each appointment comfortable, constructive and appropriate for the child's individual needs.
Families throughout Chantilly and Northern Virginia turn to the practice for preventive care, restorative treatment, anxiety support, special-needs dentistry, sedation options and specialty services.
Pediatric dental services
Care that grows with your child.
New-patient & first visits
A welcoming introduction and complete pediatric dental evaluation.
Checkups & prevention
Cleanings, fluoride, sealants, X-rays and personalized home-care guidance.
Dental emergencies
Guidance and timely evaluation for toothaches, injuries and urgent concerns.
Restorative dentistry
Fillings, pediatric crowns, pulp therapy, extractions and space maintainers.
Anxiety & sedation options
Support ranging from acclimation visits to advanced sedation pathways.
Specialty care
Special-needs dentistry plus tongue-tie and lip-tie evaluations.
Your Chantilly pediatric dental office
Convenient care close to home.
Britto Children's Dentistry — Chantilly
4080 Lafayette Center Drive, Suite 160BChantilly, VA 20151
Monday–Tuesday9:00 AM–5:00 PMWednesday–Friday8:00 AM–4:00 PMSaturdayAppointments available
Questions from parents
Before your child's visit.
At what age should my child first see a dentist?
A first dental visit is generally recommended by age one or within six months after the first tooth appears. Starting early helps children become familiar with dental care and gives parents useful guidance.
What if my child is afraid of the dentist?
Let the team know when you request the appointment. We can discuss previous experiences, triggers and helpful strategies, then recommend an appropriate approach after evaluating your child.
Do you see children with autism or special healthcare needs?
Yes. The practice provides individualized pediatric dental care for children with autism, sensory sensitivities and other special healthcare needs. Please share non-sensitive accommodation needs by phone before the visit.
Are Saturday appointments available?
Yes, Saturday appointments are available. Please call or submit a request so the team can confirm the next suitable opening.
Is this form a confirmed appointment?
No. The form sends an appointment request. The office will contact you to discuss availability and confirm the visit.
Now accepting new patients
Request your child's Chantilly visit.
Send a short request and our front-desk team will contact you to confirm availability. For a dental emergency or urgent concern, please call the office directly.
Call: (703) 230-1000Office: Suite 160B, Lafayette Center DriveLanguage support: Se habla Español