Meet Our Team

Meet Dr. Samia Nikkhah

“I’ve always wanted to be a dentist after experiencing less than enjoyable visits at a young age. I’ve made it my life’s work to make dental visits stress-free and ensure a compassionate bedside matter.”

DR SAMIA NIKKHAH

DENTIST

Dr. Samia Nikkhah has mastered helping patients achieve their long-desired smiles as a top cosmetic and general dentist in North Bethesda and Montgomery County. She completed her undergraduate in Biology and Chemistry at Howard University in Washington, DC and continued her education at the New York University College of Dentistry where she earned her Doctorate of Dental Surgery. Her goal of becoming a dentist took on heightened importance after experiencing less than enjoyable dental visits early on. She knows firsthand the anxiety patients may experience and is dedicated to ensuring all patients feel comfortable. She strives to be the best dentist in Bethesda staying up-to-date on the latest trends…

Dr. Simmons is originally from a small town of about 3,000 people named Pickens in South Carolina. He completed his undergraduate studies at Clemson University, earning a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Genetics with a minor in Biological Sciences. He then went on to earn a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from the University of Pennsylvania.

He then decided to further his education by completing a General Practice Residency at the Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where he received specialized training in managing medically complex patients and dental trauma. He also received advanced training in implant dentistry.

Dr. Simmons’ interest with dentistry started in high school after shadowing a local dentist in his hometown, where he saw the impact a beautiful smile can make on someone’s life. He is passionate about incorporating the latest technology into his patients’ treatment to make their experience better and more comfortable.

When he is not practicing dentistry, Dr. Simmons enjoys exploring the DMV area with his fiancée, Grace, and their dog, a pug named Penelope. He also enjoys watching his Clemson Tigers play football and returns frequently for games.

Meet Our Team

ANISADENTAL HYGIENIST

Anisa is a graduate of university of Maryland with Bachelors of science degree in dental hygiene . She has over 10 years of experience working as a hygienist. Anisa enjoys working with people of all ages to improve the quality of their oral health. In her free time She enjoys exercising, reading and spending time with her family of four.

WALTERDENTAL HYGIENIST

Walter is a graduate from Hagerstown Community College with honors in Dental Hygiene. He had many years of experience working as a Dental Assistant for us and has accomplished his goal in getting his Dental Hygiene license. He prioritizes making sure each patient has a pleasant experience and receives the quality of care they deserve. Patient education is one of his favorite parts about his job. Aside from work Walter enjoys going to the gym, walking his dog, going to church, and spending quality time with friends and family.

ELAINERECEPTIONIST

Elaine is a receptionist at Pike District Smiles. She worked in the medical field for the last 35 years. She has held medical assisting, and administrative positions both in private practice and in a hospital setting. She enjoys interacting with patients and building lasting relationships with them. In her free time she loves playing Mah Jong and getting together with her friends. She enjoys swimming, movies and walking. She also loves to be with her kids and three grandsons.

Flexible Payment Options

Everyone should have quality dental care. That’s why we accept a range of insurance, CareCredit and offer an affordable inhouse plan for anyone without insurance. Our affordable plan offers you discounts on exams, cleanings, x-rays, crowns, fillings, root canals, dentures, implants, Invisalign and more.

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Evening & Weekend Hours

Our team makes every effort to accommodate our patients’ busy lifestyles, providing evening and weekend hours plus walk-in and same day appointments when it matters for emergencies.

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