Tend Dental 14th and U

We accept many major PPO dental insurance plans and provide guidance to help you understand your coverage.

The insurers we partner with include Delta Dental, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield, Guardian, MetLife, United Concordia, Principal, Oxford Health Plans, and Ameritas.

Read more about insurance.

At Tend Dental 14th and U, we aim to make paying for your dental care as simple and stress-free as possible.

You can securely pay your bill online with easy, encrypted options like HSA/FSA cards, credit or debit cards, Apple Pay/Google Pay, and more. Through our partner Cedar, you can view your insurance details, track balances, receive reminders, and even set up a custom 0% interest payment plan that fits your budget.

We also offer flexible financing through CareCredit, a healthcare-focused credit option that lets approved patients spread out their dental costs in convenient monthly payments, including for care not fully covered by insurance.

Before any treatment, we’ll clearly explain your expected costs and payment choices so you feel confident moving forward

Our team at Tend Dental 14th and U is always happy to welcome new patients! Regardless of how long it's been since your last dental appointment, we are here to make you feel at ease. We pride ourselves on creating a judgment-free environment where every patient is treated with empathy and respect.

Your first visit will include a comprehensive exam, a detailed review of your oral health, and time to talk through any concerns or goals you have. We’ll do everything we can to ensure that you feel informed, comfortable, and fully supported from the moment you walk in.

Our dental professionals recommend that most patients come in for a cleaning and exam every six months. These regular visits help us catch small issues, such as early signs of decay or gum disease, before they become more serious or expensive to treat.

Sometimes, we may ask patients to visit more often, especially if they have a history of gum disease, wear orthodontic appliances like aligners, or are more prone to plaque buildup. Your dentist will work with you to create a personalized care plan based on your needs, so you’re always getting the right level of care at the right time.

Even if everything looks great, cleanings help remove plaque and tartar that brushing and flossing alone can't remove, and they’re key to keeping your smile fresh and looking its best.

Your first visit is designed to be comprehensive and welcoming. Here’s what you can expect:

• A complete dental exam to assess your teeth, gums, bite, and overall oral health
• Digital X-rays provide detailed dental images with considerably less radiation than traditional X-rays
• A gentle, professional cleaning that is tailored to meet your unique needs
• A one-on-one conversation with your dentist, who will walk you through any findings, answer your questions, and create a treatment plan if needed

We’ll also review your dental history, talk about your goals (whether it’s improving your oral health or brightening your smile), and provide you with enough time to ask questions.

The environment at our soothing studio is designed to feel calm, so you can relax and actually enjoy taking care of your smile.

Please, give us a call at (202) 455-6918 if you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment. Just make sure to do so more than 48 hours before your appointment time. We reserve that time specifically for you, and our appointments are in high demand, so we appreciate as much notice as possible if you need to reschedule.

You can also log into your profile on the Tend app to make any changes needed, including cancelling and rescheduling.