Artistic Family Dentistry of Silver Spring: Esther de Chantal Bikoi, DDS

Artistic Family Dentistry of Silver Spring: Esther de Chantal Bikoi, DDS Welcome to Artistic Family Dentistry of Silver Spring! We look forward to having you as a patient and thank you for selecting us for your dental care.

At Artistic Family Dentistry of Silver Spring: Esther de Chantal Bikoi, DDS in Silver Spring, MD, we use state-of-the-art technology and modern Zentistry practices to create healthy, beautiful smiles in a relaxing atmosphere. Visit our practice at 1200 East West Highway, Silver Spring, MD just a short distance from the downtown center of Silver Spring. Call us today @ 240-641-5828. Dr. Chantal Bi

koi is an experienced, compassionate dentist who provides her patients with the highest quality restorative and cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Bikoi has an exclusive license to practice the Zentistry methods for the Greater Washington DC area. This zentistry method provides a yoga like atmosphere suited to provide you with a relaxing experience. We combine our experience and expertise to find the best treatment for your dental health and overall look of your smile. Dr. Bikoi having more than 20 years of experience in the field of dentistry in both the US and internationally, moved to the US in 2000. Zentistry’s focus is to immerse all your senses to create a new perspective towards your dental visit. By paying attention to how the patient perceives visual input, sound, smell, and tactile responses, we can create a unique and innovative environment that is unlike any other dental office experience.

HONORING MR PAUL BIKOI AND ALL FATHERS ON THIS SPECIAL DAYHappy Father’s Day to all fathers, father figures, grandfather...
06/21/2026

HONORING MR PAUL BIKOI AND ALL FATHERS ON THIS SPECIAL DAY

Happy Father’s Day to all fathers, father figures, grandfathers, mentors, and protectors.

Today, Artistic Family Dentistry of Silver Spring celebrates the love, strength, wisdom, and sacrifice of fathers everywhere.

On this special day, I personally honor my beloved father, Mr. Paul Bikoi, whose life has been a beautiful example of dignity, discipline, courage, family values, and service. His guidance, resilience, and love continue to inspire the work we do every day, caring for families, building trust, and serving our community with compassion.

To my father and to all fathers: thank you for the sacrifices you made, the lessons you taught, and the legacy you continue to build.

Happy Father’s Day.

With love and gratitude,
Dr. Esther Bikoi & the AFDSS Family

WHEN COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS IMPROVE HEALTHToday, I had the privilege of accepting a Rotary Community Grant on behalf of ...
06/20/2026

WHEN COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS IMPROVE HEALTH

Today, I had the privilege of accepting a Rotary Community Grant on behalf of Dr. Bikoi Foundation®.

As a dentist, I have seen firsthand how oral health affects overall health, confidence, quality of life, and even chronic disease outcomes.

This grant will support community education and prevention initiatives focused on the connection between oral health and whole-body wellness.

At Artistic Family Dentistry of Silver Spring (AFDSS), our mission extends beyond treating teeth. We are committed to educating, empowering, and helping our patients live healthier lives through prevention-focused care.

I am grateful to Rotary for recognizing the importance of this work and for investing in healthier communities.

Because the future of healthcare is not just treatment.

It is prevention.

It is education.

It is empowerment.

And it starts with partnership.

📍 Silver Spring, Maryland













WELCOMING A NEW NEIGHBOR TO THE COMMUNITY Today, the team at Artistic Family Dentistry of Silver Spring had the pleasure...
06/12/2026

WELCOMING A NEW NEIGHBOR TO THE COMMUNITY
Today, the team at Artistic Family Dentistry of Silver Spring had the pleasure of attending the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Emma's Torch, our new neighboring culinary school and restaurant.
We are excited to welcome an organization whose mission transforms lives through education, opportunity, and community empowerment.
At AFDSS, we believe health extends beyond the mouth. It includes nutrition, education, confidence, and access to opportunities that help people thrive.
We look forward to building a strong partnership and supporting one another as we serve the Silver Spring community together.
Congratulations to the entire Emma's Torch team on this exciting milestone!
Welcome to the neighborhood! 🎉
📍 Silver Spring, Maryland

CONGRATULATIONS TO A LEADER MAKING A DIFFERENCE!On June 5, I had the privilege of attending the Annual Dinner of the Rot...
06/10/2026

CONGRATULATIONS TO A LEADER MAKING A DIFFERENCE!

On June 5, I had the privilege of attending the Annual Dinner of the Rotary Club of Columbia-Patuxent, where members celebrated an incredible year of service, honored the Rotarian of the Year, inducted new officers and directors, and welcomed the 2026–2027 President, Francois Ngijoi.

As a healthcare professional and community advocate, it was inspiring to witness so many dedicated leaders committed to improving lives through service, leadership, and collaboration.

A special congratulations to my brother, Francois Ngijoi, on assuming this important role. Your dedication to serving others reflects the very values we embrace at Artistic Family Dentistry of Silver Spring—leadership, compassion, prevention, and community impact.

Together, we can continue building healthier communities, one smile and one act of service at a time.

06/07/2026

DIABETES Y SU SALUD BUCAL: LA CONEXIÓN QUE LA MAYORÍA DE LAS PERSONAS DESCONOCE

¿Sabía que la diabetes puede afectar su sonrisa... y que su sonrisa puede afectar su diabetes?

Si tiene diabetes, puede tener un mayor riesgo de enfermedad de las encías, infecciones, sequedad bucal, cicatrización lenta e incluso pérdida de dientes.

Lo que muchas personas no saben es que esta relación funciona en ambos sentidos. La enfermedad de las encías puede aumentar la inflamación en el cuerpo y dificultar el control de los niveles de azúcar en la sangre.

¿La buena noticia?

Pequeños hábitos diarios pueden marcar una gran diferencia.

Cepíllese los dientes dos veces al día
Use hilo dental todos los días
Manténgase bien hidratado
Limite el consumo de azúcares añadidos
Controle regularmente sus niveles de glucosa
Visite a su dentista con regularidad
En Artistic Family Dentistry of Silver Spring, creemos que la salud bucal es una puerta de entrada a una mejor salud general.
Infórmese.

Empodere su salud.
Inspire hábitos más saludables.
Actúe.
Su sonrisa más saludable puede ser una de las mejores inversiones que puede hacer para su bienestar general.
Llame hoy para programar su próxima cita.

240-641-5828

06/07/2026

DIABÈTE ET SANTÉ BUCCO-DENTAIRE : LE LIEN QUE LA PLUPART DES GENS IGNORENT

Saviez-vous que le diabète peut affecter votre sourire... et que votre sourire peut affecter votre diabète ?

Si vous êtes diabétique, vous présentez un risque accru de maladie des gencives, d'infections, de sécheresse buccale, de cicatrisation retardée et même de perte de dents.

Ce que beaucoup de personnes ignorent, c'est que cette relation fonctionne dans les deux sens. Les maladies des gencives peuvent augmenter l'inflammation dans l'organisme et rendre le contrôle de la glycémie plus difficile.

La bonne nouvelle ?

De petites habitudes quotidiennes peuvent faire une grande différence.

Brossez-vous les dents deux fois par jour
Utilisez la soie dentaire chaque jour
Hydratez-vous suffisamment
Limitez les sucres ajoutés
Surveillez votre glycémie
Consultez régulièrement votre dentiste

Chez Artistic Family Dentistry of Silver Spring, nous croyons que la santé bucco-dentaire est une porte d'entrée vers une meilleure santé globale.

Informez-vous.
Prenez votre santé en main.
Inspirez de meilleures habitudes.
Passez à l'action.

Votre plus beau sourire pourrait être l'un des meilleurs investissements que vous puissiez faire pour votre santé.

Appelez dès aujourd'hui pour planifier votre prochain rendez-vous.

240-641-5828

06/07/2026

DIABETES AND YOUR ORAL HEALTH: THE CONNECTION MOST PEOPLE DON'T KNOW ABOUT


Did you know that diabetes can affect your smile—and your smile can affect your diabetes?

If you have diabetes, you may be at a higher risk for gum disease, infections, dry mouth, delayed healing, and even tooth loss.

What many people don't realize is that the relationship works both ways. Gum disease can increase inflammation in the body and make blood sugar levels more difficult to control.

The good news? Small daily habits can make a big difference.

Brush twice a day
Floss daily
Stay hydrated
Limit added sugars
Monitor your blood sugar
Visit your dentist regularly

At Artistic Family Dentistry of Silver Spring, we believe oral health is a gateway to overall health.

Educate.
Empower.
Inspire.
Act.

Your healthiest smile may be one of the best investments you can make in your overall health.

Call to schedule your next appointment.
240-641-5828

CASE #005 – THE BIKOI TRANSFORMATION SERIES™Precision. Preservation. Transformation.From Gaps to Greatness: A Smile Rei...
06/07/2026

CASE #005 – THE BIKOI TRANSFORMATION SERIES™
Precision. Preservation. Transformation.
From Gaps to Greatness: A Smile Reimagined at AFDSS
Not every smile transformation begins with pain.
Sometimes it begins with what patients see in the mirror:
Gaps between teeth
Chipped teeth
Peg lateral incisors
Open bite and misalignment
This patient wanted more than cosmetic improvement.
They wanted a smile that looked natural, balanced, healthy, confident and uniquely their own
THE AFDSS APPROACH
Using the principles of Digital Smile Design (DSD), we carefully evaluated:
Facial harmony
Smile proportions
Tooth shape and symmetry
Function and esthetics
The patient's goals and expectations
🔹 WHAT WAS DONE
Comprehensive smile analysis
Correction of spacing concerns
Enhancement of peg lateral incisors
Reconstruction of chipped teeth
Improvement of smile balance and proportions
Customized smile design focused on health, beauty, and function
BEFORE ➡️ AFTER
From:
Gaps and spacing
Open bite
Uneven tooth proportions
Chipped teeth
To:
Improved smile symmetry
Better balance and harmony
Natural-looking results
Renewed confidence
This is where technology, artistry, and advanced dentistry come together.
A beautiful smile is not created by chance.
It is designed with purpose.
At Artistic Family Dentistry of Silver Spring, we combine advanced technology, clinical excellence, and personalized care to create smiles that are healthy, functional, and confidence-inspiring.
THE RESULT
➡️ From gaps and imperfections to harmony, confidence, and a smile designed to last.
Because every smile deserves a personalized blueprint for success.
Ready totransforn your smile?
📞Ready to transforn your smile?
Call today : 240-641-5828
🌐 artisticfamilydentistryofsilverspring.com
Inspired by the latest Digital Smile Design training in Madrid. Delivered with care in Silver Spring.

06/05/2026

WHAT IF YOU COULD SEE YOUR FUTURE SMILE BEFORE TREATMENT BEGINS?

The future of dentistry starts with learning

Every new skill.
Every new innovation.
Every new idea.

All for one purpose:

Better care for our patients.

The future of dentistry is here and it's designed around you.

06/03/2026

¿LE TIENES MIEDO AL DENTISTA?

No estás solo(a).

Cada semana atendemos a pacientes que han evitado al dentista durante años debido al miedo, la ansiedad, la vergüenza o una mala experiencia en el pasado.

La verdad es que la ansiedad dental es real, y no hay absolutamente nada de qué avergonzarse.

En Artistic Family Dentistry of Silver Spring creemos que todos merecen una atención compasiva y libre de juicios. Por eso hemos creado un ambiente relajante con musicoterapia, aromaterapia, técnicas de relajación y un equipo que escucha antes de tratar.
Una de las frases que escuchamos con más frecuencia es:
"Doctora, tenía muchísimo miedo de venir."
Y después de su visita, muchos nos dicen:
"Ojalá hubiera venido antes."
No permitas que el miedo se interponga entre tú y tu salud.
Da el primer paso hoy. Estamos aquí para ayudarte.

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1200 E. West Highway, Unit 3
Silver Spring, MD
20910

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Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
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