It is an honor and privilege to take care of my patients and their families. I have been on the other side of the chair, and I understand the vulnerability of the situation. I am passionate about listening and finding solutions that fit my patients needs, all in an environment that is stress free and non-judgmental.
Many of our patients are fortunate to have good genetics, and preventive care will keep them healthy forever. However, there are many who have complex dental problems, and when I can help them and improve their lives, it is an amazing experience.
Providing a treatment is always stimulating and motivating, but the relationships that develop with our team and our patients are the most rewarding. Here at Brandywine Dental Care, we measure success one patient, and one smile, at a time.
As a third generation dentist, I was able to see firsthand how my father treated his patients. I always loved to watch the way my grandfather and father discussed the advances in our profession. I am proud to be a part of such a wonderful profession that makes such a profound impact on peoples lives.
Originally from Coral Springs, FL, I attended Tulane University for my Bachelor of Science degree. I am a graduate of the University of Maryland, Baltimore College of Dentistry where I earned my Doctorate of Dental Surgery.
I love being a dentist; it is fun and provides inspiration to improve all the time. The learning and innovation blows me away at times, and it is endless. Since graduating, I have taken many hours of advanced training in dental implants, Invisalign, CEREC, endodontics, and periodontics. I have also completed advanced levels and trained with some of the best dentists in our country and the world through the Hornbrook Group. This training includes all phases of cosmetic care, full-mouth reconstruction, and treatment of TMD.
While continuing education is mandated for licensure, my team and I are true CE junkies! Staying ahead of the curve and being innovative allows us to provide better care to our patients and it creates an amazing environment for my team.
I currently live just over the district line in Bethesda. My wife Tracy is a nurse and graduate of Georgetown University. We have three wonderful children; Samantha is 16 and our twins, Emma and Katherine, are 13. Our golden doodle named Max keeps us all company at home. I love spending time with my wife and kids, and am involved in my childrens schools and with their recreational activities. Im a huge Washington Capitals, Nationals, and Redskins fan, and love fishing, boating, skiing, and going to Bethany Beach in my free time.
I have had amazing mentors and coaches during my life, and I feel like it is my duty to be engaged with the community. I have volunteered on mission trips to El Salvador and taught at the dental school while I was there. Closer to home, I volunteer at my children's school for STEM Projects, career fairs, and coaching softball.
Dr. Ivan Stangel, a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, has spent most of his career in academics at McGill University as a teacher, researcher, and clinician. While at McGill, he worked on developing new materials that strongly bond white filling materials to teeth, one of which has now been commercialized.
Dr. Stangel came to the Washington area via a sabbatical leave at the National Institute of Standards and Technology, and enjoyed the area so much that he wound up remaining. Dr. Stangel is an expert in dental materials, and applies that expertise to his practice of restorative dentistry.
Dr. Stangel continues his research on developing new technologies for dentistry. He is well published, gives lectures to dental groups, and is a member of an editorial board of a prestigious journal in the dental field.
Dr. Lomke received his B.S. in biology from the University of Maryland, College Park in 2011 and was then awarded his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Maryland School of Dentistry in 2015, graduating near the top of his class.
Following graduation, Dr. Lomke spent almost four years working in Connecticut under the guidance of a nationally renowned and awarded cosmetic and full mouth rehabilitation dentist. During that time, Dr. Lomke was able to hone his skills with respect to smile makeovers, veneers, and other complex and cosmetic dental treatments.
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Rating 4.8 out of 5 based on 198 reviews
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a year ago
Always love how efficient and personable the staff are. Had a great experience today and look forward to the next time!
Jayantha Rathnayake
a year ago
Highly professional and very kind services. Would like to recommend any one who need to visit
Cynthia R.
a year ago
I love Shannon the dental hygienist the reason i go to this place
Daisy Byers
a year ago
The customer service was great! Everyone was nice and welcoming.
Megan
a year ago
Hands down, I received the best dental treatment in my life at Brandywine! I just moved back to the area and was searching for a dentist until I remembered my fabulous experience at Brandywine about three years ago. In October 2019, I came to Brandywine for an emergency because I had just chipped my front tooth as a college student without any dental insurance. The healthcare providers not only graciously took me in despite not having dental insurance, but they went beyond to ensure that I felt supported and taken care of. My lips and face were cut from the accident, and they carefully worked around my injuries to avoid any additional pain. I also had a concussion and they made sure the light was never too bright to avoid worsening my condition. They walked me through every step of the process to make sure I was informed and created a sleep retainer to wear at night so that any grinding would not further damage my teeth. As a college student who was paying for this on my own without any insurance, they even gave me a discount! I vividly still remember this experience three years later, and it has been the best healthcare experience I have ever had. Go to Brandywine -- I am so grateful I found them. Everyone there truly cares about your well-being and wants to help you in whichever way they can!
Jay Shepley
a year ago
Excellent service, kind and caring dentists and oral hygienists. I have been going here for like 15 years. Good dental work you can trust. Good systems and appointment reminders. I highly recommend.
Rachel Jones
a year ago
Who would have ever thought that I'd live long enough to enjoy going to the dentist's office??? Well, Brandywine Dental has become that place for me. Over the past two years, Dr. Ivan Stengel and crew have earned my complete loyalty for their collegial, highly professional services. I needed a LOT of work done after 10 years living in East Africa, but Dr. Stengel convinced me that I would be investing in a healthier future if I stopped procrastinating and took care of all of my "Issues." I still have a ways to go before I'm finally restored to my best dental health, but I can't imagine going on this journey with anyone else. Bravo, Brandywine!
Zoa Zoe
a year ago
I like how everyone here is friendly. It is my second time here and I get all the positive vibes...
Deidre Byam
a year ago
I have been coming to Brandywine for a little more than a year now and it is great. The appointment times are plentiful and fit my schedule, everyone there from front desk to the hygienists to the dentists are very friendly and knowledgeable. They ensure that you are comfortable during cleanings or any procedures. They landed on my radar due to one of the fliers I received in the mail. I normally toss them but when I was in the market for a new dentist, I thought I would give them a try. Very glad I did.
Belinda Mason
2 years ago
I'm very please with the dental work I had done at Brandywine Dental. So efficient and professional. I highly recommend it.
Sheryl M
2 years ago
Excellent I love this office, desk staff and dental team always caring, professional and accommodating
Derrick Forest
2 years ago
Always so kind and positive, plus the service is rapid fast.
Julio Bermudez
2 years ago
Great, thorough, painless cleaning in a superb technical and environment that is friendly and professional. Outstanding dentists.
Lavin Riggins
2 years ago
Great team very professional and knowledgeable of what there doing i think I found my new dental home
Karla Ledesma
2 years ago
This is great service, great location , the place is awesome, very clean, very comfortable. The personal area very kind. I just love everything in my experience. Thank you so much!
Seth Guggenheim
2 years ago
I am so very pleased by the service which my family and I receive at Brandywine Dental Care. The courtesy, professionalism, and competence of every hygienist and dentist I've had the pleasure of being served by is unparalleled. I am always escorted to the patient chair within minutes following my arrival, and the professional staff makes it their business to know my dental history, explain what I may need, and give me the options which I feel I deserve to know. As if this were not enough, the equipment at the office is absolutely state-of-the-art. I am very pleased--as you may note--and recommend this office highly. Friends and family whom I have referred to Brandywine thank me, and feel the same way I do about the quality of service.
Miki'ala Miller
2 years ago
Adis is a wonderful hygienist. Very kind, caring, and thorough.
John Martino
2 years ago
I love going to Brandywine Dental. I e been a patient at Brandywine Dental for almost 30 years. The ladies at the front desk are incredible and very friendly and professional. The hygienist's do a phenomenal job and Doctors Schwartz, Stangel, Lomke and Patel are the best dentists in the DC.metro area.
LL Briggs
2 years ago
Always recieved excellent and gentle care.
Brendia Moore
2 years ago
Not the typical buildings for a dentist office from outside.Once upstairs in the office everything was excellent.Doctor an staff was professional ,friendly an knowledgeable about insurance. Great experience!
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