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Did you know that many people grind their teeth in their sleep without even being aware of it? That's why we always check for signs of teeth grinding at your regular dental cleanings and exams. If you do grind your teeth, we can have a custom-fit mouthguard made for you to wear while you sleep. ...

Annie spent most of her adult life feeling insecure about her smile because of the problems she had with her upper front teeth. Then she discovered Dr. Shook and hasn’t looked back! She finally created the smile of her dreams with our custom veneers that conceal all the dental imperfections ...

Thanksgiving is no time to worry about problems with your teeth. You get to enjoy this feast once a year, and you want to make it count, right? Then you don’t want to wait another day to fix damaged, discolored teeth! Dr. Shook and our team use the finest materials and the latest technology to ...

You can end your search for a new dentist right here! Dr. Shook and our team specialize in delivering the most comfortable dental care imaginable. You’ll love her compassionate and gentle touch so much you may even look forward to your regular checkups. Call Shook Dental Care today at to ...

If you thought the only solution for fixing crooked teeth was old fashioned braces, then you’re in for a surprise. Adults and teens alike love the soft plastic teeth aligners of the Invisalign system. It will straighten your smile comfortably in as few as 12 months. Soon, you could: ...

TMJ pain is concentrated in your jaw. That makes it difficult to avoid, as you use your jaw for eating, speaking, and many other everyday activities. Fortunately, we can relieve your discomfort! Like many dentists, we can provide you with a custom-made nightguard. This relieves pressure on your ...

Avoiding regular dental appointments is never a good idea – even if you have a valid reason. If you’ve been avoiding the dentist due to concerns over the coronavirus, know that we are taking many COVID-19 precautions to keep you safe. For example, you’ll notice fewer people in our San ...

Is there a teenager in your family who’s always complaining about their crooked teeth but insists they don’t want to wear braces because they’re afraid of looking awkward at school? Then we encourage you to show them these before and after photos from our San Pedro smile gallery! When ...

Darren, like all patients exploring their teeth replacement options, needed a solution that would ultimately look, feel, and function as much like the real thing as possible. In today’s video, you’ll hear him talk about how Dr. Shook and our team in San Pedro, CA restored his oral health, ...

At Shook Dental Care, we think any time is a great time to beautify your smile. But now is an especially good time, with many of us finally beginning to venture out of the house more. We’ve got lots of options for smile improvement, from Invisalign orthodontics to dental veneers. We also want ...