Offices in Rockville, MD and Washington, D.C.
301-468-0020
202-223-3391
md@dmvoralsurgery.com
dc@dmvoralsurgery.com
DMVOralSurgery.com
Leonard A. Merlo, DMD, FACS & Moaiad Salous, DDS
Double board-certified in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Dental Anesthesiology, Dr. Leonard Merlo is a proud Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is excited to welcome Dr. Moaiad Salous to his award-winning practice. Dr. Salous completed his Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency at the University of Minnesota, and is happy to return to DC, where he was raised.
Q What is your approach to patient care?
A At Washington Oral & Facial Surgery, our philosophy is simple: we treat every patient like family. This guiding principle shapes every aspect of our care. Whether it’s a straightforward procedure or a complex reconstruction, we give each case our full attention and expertise. We’re committed to staying at the forefront of oral and maxillofacial surgery, continually integrating the latest scientific advances and technologies to ensure our patients receive the highest standard of care.
Q What might surprise people about the scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery?
A Many people are surprised to learn that our specialty goes far beyond wisdom tooth extractions and dental implants. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons undergo years of advanced training after dental school, equipping us to treat facial trauma, congenital skeletal deformities and oral and facial pathology. We also rebuild bone structures and manage a variety of complex head and neck conditions. Thanks to our extensive hospital-based residency training in anesthesia, most procedures can be safely performed in our office under IV sedation, assisted by surgical team members certified by the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.
Q What is one of the most transformative procedures you offer?
A Full-mouth restoration in a single day is truly life-changing. For patients with failing or missing teeth, we can remove damaged teeth, place dental implants and deliver a beautiful, functional new smile—all within a few hours. Patients arrive with serious dental challenges and leave with renewed confidence and a fully restored smile.
