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Hailing from Richmond, Virginia, Dr. Tobias Keene brings a bit of unabashed Southern hospitality to all his patients. He moved to Washington, D.C. over thirty years ago as a freshman at Ivy College. Right after graduation, he attended World University’s School of Dentistry. Before opening Keene Dental in 1994, he worked for free clinics and some of the finest practices in the District. He is part of the 123 Dental Association and stays up-to-date on the latest dental discoveries. 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This can often be due to adolescents moving away from family and seeking independence, in the process of which they are often face situations that require parental support and guidance. This brings about a huge shift in parenting, and it is essential to find ways to support your children, whilst giving them autonomy and independence. These situations are further complicated because it is essential for children to learn through struggle yet reach out for help wherever required. Learning that balance is a lifelong journey that takes practice, a new vocabulary, and skills to manage these tricky situations. 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