Meet Our Doctors
Alexandria Old Town Dental is a Alexandria based family dentist practice that treats patients of all ages. We are committed to delivering the highest quality dental care and do so using advanced dental equipment. We are a cosmetic dental office that offers services like checkups, teeth cleaning, veneers and more.
We also perform emergency dentist services that include bonding, root canals, crowns, and bridges. As a local dentist, we create lifelong relationships with our patients and their families and work to ensure that they receive treatments in a comfortable and relaxed environment. Dr. Yalamanchili and our team invite you to schedule an appointment by calling 703-763-1078 and experience why our patients think Alexandria Old Town Dental is the best dentist in Alexandria.
Cosmetic & Restorative Dentistry
Dr. Mahesh Yalamanchili
Dr. Mahesh Yalamanchili is known for his calming presence, meticulous attention to detail, and genuine commitment to delivering exceptional dental care. Patients appreciate not only his gentle approach but also his dedication to staying at the forefront of modern dentistry through continuous education and advanced clinical training.
With a comprehensive background in cosmetic dentistry, endodontics, oral and periodontal surgery, and orthodontics—including Invisalign®—Dr. Yalamanchili provides a wide range of treatment options to meet each patient’s unique needs. He is also certified by the American Academy of Facial Esthetics (AAFE) in Botulinum Toxin (Botox), dermal fillers, and frontline TMJ and facial pain therapy. His philosophy centers around personalized treatment plans and open communication, ensuring every patient feels heard, informed, and comfortable throughout their care. His goal is to build lasting relationships grounded in trust, transparency, and compassion.
A Northern Virginia native, Dr. Yalamanchili was born and raised in Fairfax Station. He earned his undergraduate degree in Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise from Virginia Tech, followed by his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry. He went on to complete a hospital-based General Practice Residency at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in New Jersey, where he gained extensive experience managing medically complex cases, as well as treating both inpatient and same-day surgical patients.
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Yalamanchili enjoys visiting local wineries, discovering new restaurants, and traveling to new countries with family and friends. A passionate home cook and lifelong animal lover, he’s always up for a weekend adventure—or a quiet evening relaxing with loved ones.
Memberships
- American Dental Association (ADA)
- Virginia Dental Association (VDA)
- Northern Virginia Dental Society (NVDS)
- Academy of General Dentistry (AGD)
- American Academy of Facial Esthetics (AAFE)
Education
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) – Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry, 2019
- Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise – Virginia Tech, 2015
Professional Experience
- Owner & General Dentist, Alexandria Old Town Dental – 2022 to Present
- General Practice Residency, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center – 2019 to 2020
Cosmetic & Restorative Dentistry
Dr. Eddie S. Longman
Dr. Longman’s compassion for his patients and keen eye on keeping up with the latest dental technology are what patients and staff appreciate most about him. Getting to know patients and treating them with the most effective cosmetic and restorative methods are what sets Dr. Longman’s successful 40-year-old practice apart from others.
He strongly believes that an enthusiastic professional staff caring for patients in a comfortable environment results in the best experience for both patient and dentist.
Dr. Longman’s experience in tooth-saving endodontic therapy has given him a firm grasp of this technique that many general dentists don’t have. He has performed thousands of root canal procedures. He is certified in advanced cardiovascular life support and is highly experienced in cosmetic dentistry services.
Dr. Longman has always enjoyed science and holds a BS in Chemistry and a sub-major in Biology. His love for science combined well with his desire to become a dentist.
He grew up in a family of seven in Norfolk, Virginia. His older brother is also a dentist. Dr. Longman is a proud father of three sons. Two sons are physicians and one is an attorney. He and his wife, a nurse, enjoy downhill skiing and take frequent trips to Steamboat Springs, Colorado with their six grandchildren as they did with their children.
An early riser, Dr. Longman rarely misses his morning kinetic stretching routine. He is a big believer in taking care of body, mind and spirit.
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Education
Professional Experience
Orthodontics & General Dentistry
Dr. Wanda M. Goldhush
Dr. Wanda Goldhush grew up wanting to be a dentist and has been practicing for over 20 years. She is the only dentist in her family. She is most experienced with cosmetic dentistry, braces, dental sleep medicine, and TMD.
Dr. Goldhush’s patients especially like that she is a good listener. She truly enjoys getting to know both her patients and their families. She feels it is important to work closely with her patient to come up with a realistic approach to treatment that is comfortable for both patient and dentist to achieve the best results.
As a child, she loved helping people and making them smile. And, as you can see, Dr. Goldhush still has that passion today.
She grew up the oldest of three children in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia. Dr. Goldhush and her husband have three teen-aged children. They reside in McLean, Virginia.
She enjoys hiking and skiing with her family and loves to read when she finds that rare quiet time.
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Education
Professional Experience
Reconstructive Dentistry
Dr. Anh-Minh Phan
Dr. Anh-Minh Phan was destined for a career in the medical field. At the early age of six, she carried around a first-aid kit she put together all by herself. She has been practicing dentistry now for nearly 20 years.
Her love of combining art and science in her dentistry is evident. She thoroughly enjoys a challenge. Her specialty, prosthodontics, combines cosmetic and functional restoration to greatly improve a patient’s oral functioning and smile.
Dr. Phan thinks dentistry is a fascinating career as she feels she can be both creative in her treatment solutions and take different approaches to caring for each patient. Her compassion, careful listening to patient concerns, and expertise in sedation put her patients at ease.
She grew up in Vietnam with her parents and five siblings. Dr. Phan admits to an unceasing quest for knowledge, whether it’s continuing education courses to keep on the cutting edge of her profession or learning a new language. She would love to teach dentistry again. Dr. Phan lives with her husband in Falls Church, Virginia.
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Education
Professional Experience
Orthodontics & General Dentistry
Dr. Denis Andrew Peper, Jr.
Dr. Peper’s real joy of and satisfaction in meeting and treating patients shows. He thrives on interacting daily on a personal level with patients while utilizing both his engineering and artistic talents in dentistry.
A compassionate and thorough treatment approach rewarded him with the establishment of his own successful dental practice in Arlington, Virginia for 22 years. He has been performing state-of-the-art dentistry for nearly 38 years, including 24 years of complex INVISALIGN TREATMENT since its origin in 1999. Dr. Peper joined Dr. Longman’s practice in 2011. He was drawn to the warm family environment Dr. Longman has created for his staff and patients here at Alexandria Old Town Dental.
A great proponent of attention to detail and mindful care, Dr. Peper has experience in numerous specialties: endodontics, oral and periodontal surgeries, and orthodontics including 24 years of Invisalign® experience. As an artist, his major specialty is cosmetic dentistry.
Dr. Peper grew up in Scottsdale, Arizona and Lynchburg, Virginia. He has fond memories of playing baseball as a child and grew up across the street from Jim Palmer. All-State high school baseball recognition led to a baseball scholarship from the University of Virginia. There, his passion for science led to a career in dentistry.
Dr. Peper resides in Alexandria and enjoys spending time with his 20-year-old daughter. He is an avid golfer, a boating and fishing enthusiast and has a great love for the outdoors.
Education
Professional Experience
Dr. Courtney Killough
Dr. Killough was born and raised in Virginia and received dual undergraduate degrees in Biology and Spanish from UVA. She then continued her studies at VCU, where she earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree and was inducted into the National Dental Honor Society, the highest honor achievable by a graduating student recognizing both scholarship and character. Following dental school, she pursued additional training through a residency program at the VA Medical Center in Washington DC. It was a transformative experience and her true honor to support our nation’s veterans.
For the past several years, Dr. Killough has worked as a dentist in top-rated, family-oriented practices from the Washington DC Metro Area to the San Francisco Bay Area. She is passionate about providing high-quality, patient-focused care in a relaxed environment. Beyond that, she enjoys educating her patients on the best options available to address their unique dental needs.
Dr. Killough is married to her college sweetheart and together they share two young sons. She and her family enjoy visiting parks & playgrounds, perusing local farmers markets, cheering on their favorite sports teams, and trying out new coffee shops and restaurants. Feel free to share any local recommendations with her at your next dental visit! Dr. Killough is thrilled to be joining Alexandria Old Town Dental and looks forward to helping you achieve your oral health goals.