posted: Mar. 25, 2026.

Like many other parts of the human body, teeth age. You may look at old photos and realize your smile was significantly brighter in the past than it is now. Read more

posted: Mar. 18, 2026.

While you make sure your family is getting the best care possible, with regular dental checkups and cleanings at our Suitland office, there is one family member that might be Read more

posted: Mar. 11, 2026.

Millions of people, around Suitland and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may be Read more

posted: Mar. 04, 2026.

While you don’t have to wait to start eating right, March is the month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics asks everyone to pay special attention to what goes into Read more

posted: Feb. 25, 2026.

The third molars have long been known as your “wisdom teeth,” because they are the last teeth to erupt from the gums – usually sometime during the late teens to Read more

posted: Feb. 18, 2026.

Anyone who has had a compromised tooth knows that the amount of discomfort it causes can be extremely unpleasant. Although no one looks forward to a root canal, this procedure Read more

posted: Feb. 11, 2026.

Did you know the actions leading to the beginnings of Valentine's Day were actually centered on the avoidance of war? A Catholic priest named Valentine defied the orders of the Read more

posted: Feb. 04, 2026.

It’s the littlest month of the year, so what better time to think about the dental health of our littlest family members? February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and Read more

posted: Jan. 28, 2026.

Sugars are the simplest carbohydrates, and are found naturally in fruits, vegetables, grains, and dairy products. Our bodies require these simple carbs for energy. (Even better, we don’t just get Read more

posted: Jan. 21, 2026.

It is common to experience dentine hypersensitivity, with symptoms ranging from moderate to severe. Why does it happen and how do you know if this sensitivity is something to be Read more

posted: Jan. 14, 2026.

What’s the big deal about a little snoring during the night? Or feeling a bit drowsy during the day? Or an occasional bout of insomnia? If your sleep problems are Read more

posted: Jan. 07, 2026.

It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start Read more

posted: Dec. 31, 2025.

It’s no secret that New Year’s Eve is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world. Dr. Gbenle and our team love it too. It’s a fresh start, Read more

posted: Dec. 24, 2025.

Unfortunately, dental emergencies can sometimes be unavoidable among young children. The good news is Dr. Gbenle can help you prepare in case you and your child find yourselves in any Read more

posted: Dec. 17, 2025.

In our continuing efforts to provide the most advanced technology and highest quality care available to our patients at Shalom Dental, we proudly screen our patients for oral cancer. The Read more

posted: Dec. 10, 2025.

You never know when a dental problem may arise. Unfortunately, they don’t necessarily occur during office hours. Dr. Gbenle can provide you with the proper information and treatment options to Read more