Every March, we celebrate Dental Assistant Recognition Week—a special time dedicated to honoring the hardworking, compassionate professionals who help keep dental practices running smoothly. At Solstice Smiles Dental, we simply couldn’t do what we do without Kat, Erika and Lloyd, our incredible dental assistants.

At Solstice Smiles Dental, community involvement is one of our core values. We are proud to serve and support the community where we live and work. Community care is just as important as patient care. This commitment recently took Dr. Fitzpatrick beyond the dental office and into the city, where she partnered with a patient to volunteer  at DC Central Kitchen.

A new year is the perfect time to invest in yourself—and your smile. This January, Solstice Smiles Dental is offering a New Year Invisalign Special: COMPLIMENTARY professional teeth whitening when you start Invisalign treatment at our Petworth dental practice.

The start of the new school year for DC public schools is just around the corner— Monday, August 25th, 2025 —and the team at Solstice...

When you think of foods that support oral health, watermelon might not be the first to come to mind. But this juicy summertime favorite isn’t just a refreshing treat—it can actually help you maintain a healthy smile. Packed with water, nutrients, and antioxidants, watermelon offers several benefits for your teeth and gums.

Solstice Smiles Dental invites you to take advantage of our exclusive. Invisalign   Summer Solstice Special! It's the perfect time to...

As we celebrate National Nutrition Month, Dr. Fitzpatrick encourages her patients to remember that your dietary choices profoundly...

At Solstice Smiles Dental we take our patients’ health very seriously—not just your oral health but also your overall health.

The importance of a healthy and bright smile is often underestimated—when you smile it releases endorphins, a natural mood booster so it...

Oral health should be a priority all year round, but given that October is National Dental Hygiene Month, Dr. Fitzpatrick and our dental...

September marks National Gum Care Month, a time to reflect on the importance of this often overlooked part of our body. In the dental...

We can’t believe we are already halfway through the summer! As we quickly approach the new school year, Solstice Smiles Dental wanted to...

Dr. Fitzpatrick and the team at Solstice Smiles Dental are delighted to share that we’ve been included on the winning list of Nextdoor’s...

Do you find yourself covering your teeth when you smile? If you suffer from crooked teeth or a misaligned bite, your dream smile is...

Oral cancer refers to any cancer found in the mouth, lips or throat and is a disease that has roughly 53,000 new cases each year. Reduce...

At Solstice Smiles Dental we are here to help you with all your cosmetic dental needs. Whether you’re looking to straighten your teeth,...

Join us on Sunday, September 18 from 11am-5pm at the 8th Annual Celebrate Petworth event on the 800 block of Upshur Street NW. Celebrate...

The team at Solstice Smiles Dental is proud to be voted on Nextdoor’s list of 2022 Neighborhood Favorites — a local business awards...

Dr. Leslie-Anne Fitzpatrick and the team at Solstice Smiles Dental in Petworth are eager to put a smile on your face on National Align...

As summer fast approaches, everyone looks for a little confidence boost to get you in the mood for some summer adventures. For patients...