About

Professional Dental Associates, led by Dr. Iris L. Shields, is a comprehensive dental clinic in Bel Air, MD. They offer a wide range of general and cosmetic dentistry services, prioritizing patient comfort and utilizing modern technology. The clinic is known for its experienced and caring team, flexible scheduling including Saturday appointments, and various payment options to ensure accessible, high-quality dental care.

Hours

Monday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday

9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday

Closed

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

Quick Info

Address

615 W MacPhail Rd, Bel Air, MD 21014

Phone

(410) 638-0858

Website

https://www.irislshieldsdds.com/

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Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Amenities

Toilet

Planning

Appointments recommended

Payments

Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Payment plans
Credit cards

Planning

Accepts new patients

Payments

Cash only

Detailed Introduction

Professional Dental Associates, located at 615 W MacPhail Rd, Bel Air, MD 21014, operates as a comprehensive dental clinic under the leadership of Dr. Iris L. Shields. The practice emphasizes providing high-quality dental care with a strong focus on patient comfort and confidence. They offer a full spectrum of dental services, catering to both general and cosmetic dentistry needs. General dentistry services include routine check-ups, regular cleanings, tooth removal, crowns, bridges, preventive care, and periodontal exams. For those seeking to enhance their smiles, cosmetic dentistry options such as veneers, crowns, and one-hour teeth whitening are available. The clinic also utilizes modern equipment like digital X-rays and offers Invisalign treatments. Professional Dental Associates prides itself on its experienced and professional staff, who are committed to creating a comfortable and welcoming environment for all patients. They understand that visiting the dentist can cause anxiety for some, and they strive to make each visit as pleasant and stress-free as possible. The clinic offers convenient and flexible scheduling, including select Friday and Saturday appointments, and aims to accommodate emergency dental needs promptly. The clinic is located in the upper Chesapeake Medical Campus Physician Pavilion 1, making it easily accessible. They accept most traditional insurance plans and are happy to file claims for patient reimbursement. Additionally, they offer flexible payment plans and work with CareCredit to provide financing options, ensuring that quality dental care is accessible to a wider range of patients. Their mission is to combine expert care with a personalized approach, ensuring both the smile and the person behind it are well cared for.

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Patient Reviews

3.4 out of 5

Alex S.

My wife and I are looking for a new local dentist and our friend referred us to this practice. We schedule the first new patient appointment available a month out. The day of our appointment we show up 15 minutes early to complete the paperwork and find the office is closed for lunch until the time of our appointment. No problem we wait. While we are waiting, another customer and her mother shows up.

They open the office up and we get our paperwork and they bring the other patient back while the mother thanks them for squeezing them in on short notice. We get done with our paperwork and wait. 15, 30, 45 minutes. 45 minutes after our appointment time the other patient is done then the dentist stands there talking to them about their vacation. We just left.

It's great the dentist squeezed a patient in last minute but she could have done that during her lunch break. Or she could have taken care of the issue and not chatted with them about their vacation in front of us showing how little she valued our time. If we had showed up 45 minutes late to our appointment then I doubt they would have been so blasé.

July 23, 2021

Harry Goodman

Dr. Shields and her staff are first rate - and I should know since I am a retired dentist myself. Very professional and evidenced-based - up on all the latest developments and techniques in dentistry. Also as friendly as they come - she treats my whole family likes hers and makes everyone feel so comfortable. Highly recommend!

March 17, 2020

Donald Willard

My entire family have been patients of Dr. Shields for years, and have been very pleased. We used to see another dentist and he was constantly recommending additional treatments and procedures we felt were unnecessary. Dr. Shields only recommends whatever is necessary.

Kacey the hygienist is awesome! Very thorough, and friendly too. Office staff is always friendly, everything is clean and bright. Would definitely recommend Dr. Shields to anyone looking for a great dentist!

January 16, 2015

Aaron Brackins

I'm a new patient at Dr. Shields. My brother and his wife recommended her office because it's in network and we both have the same insurance provider. My initial appointment was fantastic. The intake was fast, the wait - nonexistent, and the atmosphere at the office is very home-like and welcoming.

The assistants who did the x-rays and cleaning were both very polite and did thorough work. Dr. Shields herself is very warm, knowledgeable, and professional. It was a very informative and pleasant visit!

January 30, 2020

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