About Us
Welcome to Merrifield Oral Surgery in Falls Church, VA. Our team of three board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeons provides personalized care for patients across Northern Virginia, from wisdom teeth removal and dental implants to complex jaw surgery. New patients are always welcome, and Dr. Margaret K. Pham speaks Spanish for families who prefer to discuss their care in Spanish. Meet our doctors and learn more about the experience and expertise behind your care.
Our Practice
Merrifield Oral Surgery has cared for patients in the Merrifield and Mantua area, building a practice centered on trust, thorough communication, and gentle care. Our surgeons believe every patient deserves to feel informed and calm, whether they are here for a routine extraction or a more involved procedure like full arch reconstruction. We built our team around one shared idea: personalized care from surgeons who take the time to listen, explain each step, and answer your questions before you ever reach the surgical chair.
Our Surgeons
Each of our board-certified oral surgeons brings a distinct background and area of focus, but all three share the same commitment to comfortable, thorough surgical care.
Dr. Margaret K. Pham is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon local to the Northern Virginia area. She has experience with extractions, dental implants, advanced bone grafting, facial trauma, TMJ disorders, and corrective jaw surgery. Dr. Pham speaks Spanish, which helps her connect with Spanish-speaking patients and families in our community. Learn more about Dr. Margaret K. Pham.
Dr. Coviello is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon and the founder of our sister practice, Winchester Oral Surgery Center. His focus areas include dental implants and advanced bone grafting, and he trained under Dr. Robert Marx, a respected name in oral surgery education. Learn more about Dr. Vincent F. Coviello.
Dr. Starley is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon who also trained under Dr. Robert Marx. He brings that same depth of surgical training to every procedure he performs at Merrifield Oral Surgery. Learn more about Dr. Eric D. Starley.
Our Approach
Patients tell us they feel comfortable and secure during their visits, even before complex procedures. That feeling comes from real training: all three surgeons hold board certification through the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, with residencies and mentorships that shaped how they practice today.
Our oral surgery team serves patients throughout Northern Virginia and uses 3D/CBCT imaging along with guided placement techniques to plan implant and bone grafting cases with precision. Our staff also follows up personally after surgery to check on your recovery. It's a small step that patients consistently mention as reassuring.
Our Team and Office
Our surgeons are only part of the story. Behind every appointment is a team of caring staff who help you feel welcome from your first phone call. Curious about what our office looks like before you arrive? Take a look at our Office Tour to see the space where you will be treated.
Questions
All three of our surgeons are board-certified in oral and maxillofacial surgery, a credential that requires years of surgical residency training beyond dental school. Two of our surgeons trained under Dr. Robert Marx, a well-known figure in oral surgery education. Together, they bring experience in extractions, implants, bone grafting, facial trauma, TMJ care, and jaw surgery.
Yes. Dr. Margaret K. Pham speaks Spanish, which helps us communicate clearly with Spanish-speaking patients and their families. If you prefer to discuss your care in Spanish, let our front desk know when you call.
Your Next Step Starts Here
Now that you've met our surgeons, we would love to meet you. Whether you need a wisdom tooth removed, are exploring dental implants, or simply want a consultation with a board-certified oral surgeon, our surgical team is ready to help.