Dr. Tesfaye Hailemariam, DDS

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Get to know Dentist Dr. Tesfaye Hailemariam, who serves patients in Alexandria, Virginia.

Through a commitment to excellent dental care, Dr. Hailemariam has given Alexandra, Virginia dental patients confidence and peace of mind at Addismile Dental Care. 

He has a wide range of experience in various areas including but not limited to general, restorative, periodontic, orthodontic, endodontic, cosmetic, and implant dentistry. His standard operating procedure begins with listening to his patients’ needs, conducting a complete oral exam, followed by a clear explanation of the outcome of the diagnosis and treatment options.

With a combination of technology and trusted experience, Dr. Hailemariam provides patients a level of care they won’t find anywhere else. Complete smile improvement services include expert dental implant placement and restoration, dental crowns, veneers and bridges, teeth whitening, FastBraces, Invisalign, denture services and more. Patient satisfaction and results that speak for themselves have earned Addismile Dental Care a growing recognition throughout Alexandria and other Virginia neighborhoods.

A graduate of Howard University College of Dentistry, Dr. Hailemariam has been practicing dentistry for over two decades and has completed numerous continuing education courses in different fields of dentistry.

His emphasis on patient comfort as well as keeping up-to-date with the latest advancement in dentistry enable him to provide his patients with the best quality of care in the field. 

Happy to provide his patients the best treatment utilizing today’s dental technologies, Dr. Hailemariam is a proud Fastbraces® Master provider: braces technology that is fast, safe, and affordable.

Among his professional dental affiliations, he is an active member of the American Dental Association, the Northern Virginia Dental Society, the Academy of General Dentistry, the International Team for Implantology, and The Seattle Study Club.

Dentistry, also known as Dental and Oral Medicine, is a branch of medicine that consists of the study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders, and conditions of the oral cavity. Dentists diagnose and treat dental issues and help patients develop better oral hygiene regimens. They clean teeth, correct bite issues, perform surgeries, create beautiful smiles, and perform other duties to ensure that the teeth and mouth are healthy.

On a more personal note, Dr. Hailemariam speaks both English and Amharic.

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