When I was younger in school, all my teachers recognized that I had an aptitude for science and math. I was not talented in Shakespeare. I still can’t really read it well. I had an aptitude and love for science. I went to USC undergrad. I was a biology major. I loved it there. I was in my groove. I met a lot of people when I went to college. I met a lot of dental students. The dental students I met undergrad influenced me to think about dentistry. Also, I took a class, an art class, airbrush painting, and the teacher recognized that I had some skills with my hands, that I was good with color, and suggested that I think about going to dental school. He was right. I took an introduction to dentistry class undergrad and I loved it. I fell in love with dentistry. It was a combination of everything that I love: art, sculpture, working with color. There’s a lot of science to dentistry. You get to be a doctor. I love people. I knew I wanted to be in a profession where I could work with people, not behind a desk with a computer. I wanted a profession where I could help people, and where I could fix things, and make people smile. Dentistry encompasses all of that.
Dr. Victoria Shook Brings Modern, Personalized Care to Her Patients
Dr. Victoria Shook has owned and operated Shook Dental Care since 2001. She worked in two practices before striking out on her own and starting her current private practice, where she enjoys providing the most personalized care possible to all of her patients.
Dr. Shook majored in biological sciences with a minor in German at the University of Southern California, where she received a Bachelor of Science degree. She obtained her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Loma Linda University before becoming a dentist in San Pedro.
She regularly attends continuing education courses. She is a member of the Campus Learning program at the respected Spear Education institute, where she receives training in the most up-to-date treatment techniques, including Facially Generated Treatment Planning. Her advanced education includes courses in endodontic therapy, Invisalign, advanced cosmetic dentistry, and laser dentistry. She has also received extensive implant prosthetics training with the Implant Study Club.
Her professional affiliations include:
- The California Dental Association (CDA)
- The American Dental Association (ADA)
- The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
- The American Academy of Clear Aligners
- The Academy of General Dentistry
In her free time, she enjoys taking walks with her family and her dog, hiking, working out and doing Pilates, cooking, watching Downton Abbey, and learning about European and ancient Egyptian history.
Over 400 5/5 Star Reviews on Google
Dr. Shook is the best dentist in the LA area. A true dental artist. Only wants the best for her patients to have fabulous looking teeth. Been a patient for…
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Great place , 1st class service. Treat you like family, Super nice. Never had a bad experience there. Dr. Shook takes great care of me and my family. My smile…
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Very pleasant experience! The staff was extremely thorough and friendly. The doc was very good at explaining everything and giving me great advice.
– S. B. (Verified Patient)Another 5 Star visit. Best dental care around. Thank you Dr. Shook and your staff for a thorough check up. 🙂
– R. N. (Verified Patient)I have been a patient of Dr Shook for 18 years now. So happy I found this wonderful Dr on my weekly church bulletin! Dr Shook and her staff go…
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Great dentist and wonderful service very friendly and comfortable office, great staff- and the best care!!
– N. A. (Verified Patient)Have been going to Dr. Shook for over 20years and she is truly the best. Her team is amazing and actually listen to your concerns. Her office is pristine and…
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I went for a deep cleaning and was very happy with the care! It was the first time I have ever had a needle in my gums for anesthesia and…
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Great dental experience! Warm friendly staff, observing every COVID protocol. Dr. Shook is the best! And a year later still the Best!
– L. H. (Verified Patient)Since we all need to go to the dentist, I recommend Shook dental care for making this necessity less unpleasant. Excellent work and care done there.
– B. S. (Verified Patient)Everyone at Shook Dentistry is awesome. I’ve been going there for three years and appreciate Dr Shook’s expertise. I trust her and her team.
– B. P. (Verified Patient)I love the vibe when you walk in it’s like your on vacation everyone is so accommodating and nice with gentle hands ☀️😊🦷😍
– W. C. (Verified Patient)Very pleased with the service, everyone is very professional and attentive
– M. W. (Verified Patient)I had implants put in on my front teeth. They look absolutely beautiful and natural. I am very happy with Dr Shook and all of her staff. She is very…
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Staff very friendly! Everything was explained well. Dr Shook was nice and attentive
– T. C. (Verified Patient)Shook dental care is always amazing!!! Heather is always so nice and fun to talk to and makes me feel comfortable. Dr shook is the best and always gets me…
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Peter at front desk is always nice & patient, Entire Staff is friendly making me feel comfortable, Dr Shook is very kind & knowledgeable, keeps me informed of all my…
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S. M. (Verified Patient)
Dr. Shook is the best dentist in the LA area. A true dental artist. Only wants the best for her patients to have fabulous looking teeth. Been a patient for many years. Two thumbs up. Bravo, Dr. Victoria Shook 🙂 Friendly Staff <3
G. M. (Verified Patient)
Great place , 1st class service. Treat you like family, Super nice. Never had a bad experience there. Dr. Shook takes great care of me and my family. My smile has definitely improved
S. B. (Verified Patient)
Very pleasant experience! The staff was extremely thorough and friendly. The doc was very good at explaining everything and giving me great advice.
R. N. (Verified Patient)
Another 5 Star visit. Best dental care around. Thank you Dr. Shook and your staff for a thorough check up. 🙂
J. A. (Verified Patient)
I have been a patient of Dr Shook for 18 years now. So happy I found this wonderful Dr on my weekly church bulletin! Dr Shook and her staff go above and beyond for their patients. Extremely professional and knowledgeable. Most people HATE going to the dentist. I don’t at all. They do their best to minimize your worries and anxiety
N. A. (Verified Patient)
Great dentist and wonderful service very friendly and comfortable office, great staff- and the best care!!
R. B. (Verified Patient)
Have been going to Dr. Shook for over 20years and she is truly the best. Her team is amazing and actually listen to your concerns. Her office is pristine and I never have to wait for my appointment time.
G. P. (Verified Patient)
I went for a deep cleaning and was very happy with the care! It was the first time I have ever had a needle in my gums for anesthesia and I didn’t feel anything, and I have had that done many times before! Definitely recommend this practice for all your dental needs.
L. H. (Verified Patient)
Great dental experience! Warm friendly staff, observing every COVID protocol. Dr. Shook is the best! And a year later still the Best!
B. S. (Verified Patient)
Since we all need to go to the dentist, I recommend Shook dental care for making this necessity less unpleasant. Excellent work and care done there.
B. P. (Verified Patient)
Everyone at Shook Dentistry is awesome. I’ve been going there for three years and appreciate Dr Shook’s expertise. I trust her and her team.
W. C. (Verified Patient)
I love the vibe when you walk in it’s like your on vacation everyone is so accommodating and nice with gentle hands ☀️😊🦷😍
M. W. (Verified Patient)
Very pleased with the service, everyone is very professional and attentive
L. A. (Verified Patient)
I had implants put in on my front teeth. They look absolutely beautiful and natural. I am very happy with Dr Shook and all of her staff. She is very meticulous and detailed with the work she does. You know she takes pride in her work and it shows. Her staff is also fantastic everyone there is so friendly you will fell like family.
T. C. (Verified Patient)
Staff very friendly! Everything was explained well. Dr Shook was nice and attentive
M. B. (Verified Patient)
Shook dental care is always amazing!!! Heather is always so nice and fun to talk to and makes me feel comfortable. Dr shook is the best and always gets me in and out. I love shook dental care!
S. P. (Verified Patient)
Peter at front desk is always nice & patient, Entire Staff is friendly making me feel comfortable, Dr Shook is very kind & knowledgeable, keeps me informed of all my dental options, Heather is also very kind, gentle & caring. The facility front to back is very clean & modern.