An award winning 'Top Dentist' and 'Top Dentistry' in Washington DC, DC Implant and Cosmetic Dentistry is here to help you with any and all of your dental needs. We take pride in providing the highest levels of service from Cosmetic Dentistry to General Dentistry to Dental Implants. Our dentists will go above and beyond for your smile each and every time. Our blueprint for success is the main reason why we have over 150 5-star reviews on Google from past patients that we have helped in the Washington DC region.
Dr. Kambez Shukoor and the staff at DC Implant and Cosmetic Dentistry have excelled in providing the highest levels of customer service for our patients. We use the most advanced technology in the market to create a brighter, healthier smile for each of our patients. Our dentists deliver exceptional results and in most cases, deliver higher than expected dental services in both Cosmetic and General dentistry.
Delivering quality dentistry and providing exemplary patient care is a passion of Dr. Shukoor. He believes that treating everyone like family and doing the best dentistry possible every time is the only way to provide care. These beliefs drive and motivate him to improve on his existing skills in order to better the lives of those he provides care for and improve his practice of dentistry.
Dr. Shukoor began his dental career by enlisting in the Navy as a dental assistant and subsequently became a dental prosthetic technician. He enrolled at Old Dominion University while on active duty and graduated with a Bachelor's in Biology and a minor in Psychology in May 2005. While on active duty and during his undergraduate term, he played for the All Navy soccer team and walked onto the Georgia Southern Men's Division one soccer team. He then began dental school on a US Navy scholarship at Virginia Commonwealth University and graduated in 2009. His Navy career began again at the Great Lakes Naval Health clinic as an resident in the Advanced Education in General Dentistry program. After completing the program, he was stationed at Camp Pendleton and deployed as the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit dental officer on a Western Pacific tour aboard the USS Peleliu. LCDR Shukoor departed active duty after thirteen years of service which included tours in Bahrain, Japan and aboard the USS Blue Ridge and the Washington Navy Yard. He currently serves in the Navy Reserves as the Officer in Charge of Detachment P at EMF Bethesda.
After providing care for active duty Sailors and Marines in theater, at sea and abroad, Dr. Shukoor's aspiration to provide empathetic care in a private practice setting lead him to purchase his own private practice office. Due to his military and life experiences, he brings a high level of quality, dependability, trust and enthusiasm to every work setting. He is seeking to provide the DMV with the highest quality of dental care and become a respected professional within the community.
In his spare time, Dr. Shukoor loves to pursue his first passion, playing soccer. He still participates in some Professional Beach Soccer tournaments around the country. He also enjoys traveling the globe in order to meet new people and experience new cultures. Since he grew up in a big family, he loves to socialize with friends and family. Last but not least, Dr. Shukoor is a firm believer in giving back to the community and those less fortunate. He has planned, carried out and participated in numerous dental humanitarian missions to various locations stateside and worldwide to include: Trelawny, Jamaica / Dili, Temore Leste / Chalkida Refugee Camps, Greece / LanaI, Hawaii.
Xerostomia, more commonly known as dry mouth, is a condition related to the salivary glands, which help keep the mouth moist, thus preventing decay and other oral health problems. When the salivary glands do not work properly, the amount of saliva in the mouth decreases, resulting in xerostomia. Everyone has a dry mouth once in a while, but if you often find that your mouth is dry, it could be a sign of certain diseases and conditions, according to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research.
Prescription and over-the-counter medications are the most common cause of dry mouth. There are more than 400 medications that can contribute to mouth dryness, including antihypertensives, antidepressants, painkillers, tranquilizers, diuretics and antihistamines. Dry mouth also can be caused by radiation therapy and chemotherapy, hormonal alterations or other diseases, such as diabetes, lupus, Alzheimers disease and kidney disease. Other contributing factors include stress, anxiety, depression, nutritional deficiencies and dysfunction of the immune system.
Saliva is a natural defense for teeth and is vital to everyday processes such as tasting, swallowing, speaking and digesting. Without it, teeth are vulnerable to tooth decay and bacterial, fungal and viral infections. Human saliva is composed mostly of water, but also includes electrolytes, mucus, antibacterial compounds and various enzymes. The components of saliva play a major role in keeping your mouth healthy by rinsing away food particles, neutralizing harmful acids and providing enzymes to help digest food.
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Rating 4.8 out of 5 based on 196 reviews
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2 years ago
Excellent dentist. Compassionate and caring. Everything explained well and he's highly skilled. everything is perfect this Dental have a very careful about this patient. very nice dentist I suggest for those people have a teeth problem go to this dental clinic
Sherylon Starks
2 years ago
Dr. Shukoor and team are very caring, professional and thorough. They were willing to adjust my cost and form a payment plan.
Caitlin Rishi
2 years ago
I have been trying to get a hold of this place for a month - they never answer the phone nor return calls from voicemails.
Bob Lawson
2 years ago
This is the first dentist I've been to that I wasn't scared of. I hate dentists but he is the best dentist I have ever been to and the staff is very friendly.
hasan ucak
2 years ago
It was wonderful.
Micheal Tyler
2 years ago
I will likely invite Dr. Shukoor to my wedding. It felt like I was with family every time I visited. Best experience I've ever had at a dentist office. Seriously. Thank you so much for improving my life.
Daniel Parsa
2 years ago
I went to see the Dr Shukoor a month ago and ended up in the hospital with an infection, in the hospital they told me that it had been by some instrument used by the dentist that was not sanitized, I was lucky that the infection was not much greater, this is serious I could have contracted AIDS
Anne Friedman
2 years ago
Dr. Shakur is either behind on the science or a liar. After expressing concerns about metal fillings, he told me there was no science to support amalgam fillings being bad for health and that the only reason to be concerned is when getting them removed (google it. there are peer-reviewed studies everywhere but I guess they're cheaper so that was the motivation?). First of all, amalgam fillings (that he referred to as "silver" for my comfort) are 50% mercury. MERCURY. In my mouth. And when he removed my prior filling, that was also MERCURY, he used one extra suction tube. No nose cannula so I was smelling and breathing in the toxic fumes. He didn't ask about medical history that would have 100% demanded I get either composite or porcelain fillings. Now, I either have to get them removed (pain, cost, damage to my teeth and lungs) or slowly breathe toxic fumes every time I chew. How is this person still in business???? I'm devastated.
Christina Hoang
2 years ago
Just had my first appointment here. I love this team. Office smells amazing and clean. Brianna asked what kind of music I wanted to listen to so that I could enjoy some music while getting my teeth cleaned! She was was incredibly nice and super comforting especially because I haven't been to the dentist in so long. Dr. Kambez Shukoor is incredible. Obviously smart but also kind, easy to talk to, honest and pretty funny! Very grateful I found a good team for my teeth!
Emily Acker
2 years ago
Dr. Shukoor and his staff were kind and knowledgeable. I had a fairly complex procedure and Dr. Shukoor used the latest techniques and technology to improve the process, and patiently answered my (many) questions along the way. Thanks for the great service!
lexi kresslein
2 years ago
had a great experience here, the staff and dr. shukoor are really friendly and go out of their way to ensure you're comfortable. they were very straightforward and explained the procedure in detail. super, super happy with the result!!
Andrii Pakhomov
2 years ago
Great experience, and great quality work, professionalism and friendliness of the whole team is outstanding.
Zlatica Hoke
2 years ago
I had major dental work done by Dr. Shakoor last year, including 12 crowns. Within months, 3 of the crowns fell out while I ate soft food. The third one fell earlier today and I inadvertengly swallowed it, and had to abruptly leave a dinner party. Dr. Shakoor reglued the first one that had fallen out, but for the second one I went to a different dentist because Shakoor's office was closed. That created extra costs. The third crown, right in the front, that has now fallen out will have to be replaced by a new one because I swallowed the one placed by Dr. Shakoor. I don't dare leave for a planned trip for fear that another crown will pop out while I am away from home. I have never had such a disastrous experience with any dentist in my whole life.
Oyin Odulaja
2 years ago
Love my experience so far at this dentist office! Dr. Shukoor and his team are truly excellent! A good friend of mine told me about this office and only had great things to say so I knew I had to go for my needs. My first time coming in for an appointment was December 2021 and it really was a wonderful first impression. The office is beautiful and modern plus everyone was so friendly! I come in a couple of times since then and each time has been good. I love the dental hygienist, Adele, who took her time with cleaning my teeth and explained a lot to me about my oral health during the process. She has such a positive spirit just like the rest of the staff here! Thank you all!
Alex Engler
2 years ago
Excellent and friendly doctor (Dr. Shukoor) and same goes for all the dental assistants and staff. I've been coming here for a few years (for cleanings and wisdom teeth removal) and I still feel really positively about the office.
Fernando Jimenez Hernandez
2 years ago
I love doctor Shukoor, he is so professional, nice and cool. He makes all the process super easy. The staff is also cool and the clinic is clean and fresh
Chris M
2 years ago
Dr. Shukoor has helped me so much. I've been his patient for a couple of years now, and I genuinely trust this man's knowledge and quality of care. When I became one of his new patients at a difficult time (as COVID first appeared), Dr. Shukoor readily stepped in and rescued me from a dental emergency. He's also a terrific listener. If you've ever dealt with a healthcare provider who seemed dismissive, then you already understand the value of connecting with someone who really hears you. He even helped me with a dental implant - which sounds a little scary if you've never needed one before. But the doc was so attentive and caring that the whole procedure went smoothly. I've moved further away from his office, but will gladly navigate through extra traffic to keep him as my 'go to' dental professional!
Steve Pajares
2 years ago
Excellent Doctor! Great experience and quality work from Dr. Shukoor with my dental needs, particularly with my implant. I was relaxed and pain free. Also, the professionalism and friendliness of the whole team is outstanding. Bonus! the new and modern office looks amazing. I highly recommend Dr. Shukoor.
Steven Cooper
2 years ago
Always a good experience coming here - very friendly and professional staff, and calming atmosphere always puts you at ease. Thoroughly recommended!
Hashim Rasooli
2 years ago
Fantastic office and staff! Dr. Shukoor is extraordinarily great at what he does!! A friend recommended him to me. So, I drove in for one night just so I can see him. He saw me and my wife, with no appointment delays. He was even able to accommodate same day implant surgery. Today is the next day after surgery and I am driving back to NY (4+ hour drive). I have NOT experience ANY PAIN. Highly recommend!!! You will not be disappointed !! Thank you Dr. Shukoor.
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