Ralph B Swiger II, DDS

I used to hate going to the dentist. Now it’s not my favorite thing in the world, but Dr. Swiger and his staff are just the best people, so I don’t mind it. I’ve been seeing Dr. Swiger for almost 15 years, and now my husband goes as well. We’ve gotten to know Dr. Swiger and his best hygienist, Dawn. Short story: when my dental insurance no longer included Dr. Swiger as a provider, I paid out of pocket to go see him. They’re just that good. Highly recommended. Side note: I’ve never had dental surgery with Dr. Swiger, so I can’t attest to that. But I’ll keep going here for as long as he’s practicing (and as long as Dawn is there). :)

After reading these great reviews I decided to call Dr Swiger because I have to have oral surgery. I called to learn he is a dentist and does dental surgeries. The surgery I need is on my tongue, so I asked if they had anyone they recommended. The nice receptionist took my contact info and asked if she could call me back. She called me back and said he thought it was something he could handle and he wanted me to come in for a consult. I was uneasy about this as I am not sure I am comfortable having someone who does mostly dental surgeries to operate on my tongue, but I agreed to come in for a consult. Before we ever got off the phone that blew up. They wanted my dental insurance information… this is not a dental surgery, I have already verified it is handled by my health insurance. They say that I need to pay out of pocket for my consultation then because they dont know how to submit it to my health insurance company. Well, if they can’t even handle the paperwork I am most certainly not having surgery there.
He might be a great dentist, but I do not think he should be listed under oral surgeon.

First dentist visit for my boyfriend EVER. he could not have been more pleased. Most pleasant visit of any doctor he’s ever been too. I researched 10 local dentists for him and it paid off. I recommend him to everyone. It was the most affordable option, considering he didn’t have dental insurance, but we never expected it to be the nicest and most honest as well.

I have been going to Dr. Swiger’s office since my family moved here in 1997 when I was 10. I’ve had braces maintained by him (not put on by him), 4 vaneer crowns put in by him, 3 cavities filled, and several cleanings. Dr. Swiger and his staff know what they’re doing. The hygenists are always amazing. They really do try to work around your schedule to make sure you can see them. The service is always great and they are warm and polite. I feel like when I come in, I’m a regular. These folks really know me and my family. There is no other business I go to that makes me feel this way. I moved to Reston 3 years ago and looked around out of convenience (and actually sent my fiancé to someone I thought would be reputable), but NO-​his dentist was CRAZY overpriced and pushed for insanely expensive procedures when she knows we couldn’t afford it (to keep him from leaving, she gave him a 30% discount-​yeah if you can trim 30% off so easy-​why are you charging so much in the first place?). Dr. Swiger doesn’t BS you into things you don’t really need-​these are honest folks who want you to walk out happy. And I do every time.

I’ve been going here since, maybe, 1988 and I love Dr. Swiger and his staff. I tried to switch dentists b/​c I live in Arlington now and the drive to Leesburg can be a killer. Long story short — it didn’t last. Dr. Swiger is HONEST and friendly and really cares about his patients. The office is clean and cozy and I’ll keep Dr. Swiger as my dentist as long as he’s in practice!

My favorite dentist. Great doc &great staff. Very patient & welcoming environment. I used to hate going to dentist and well to be fair I still don’t like it, but Swiger appts always go better than expected. And I learn tons while there!