I found Dr. Shahani (at Shenandoah Smiles) after changing dentists a couple of times in the area. She is amazing. She takes pride in doing superior dental work and wants the best for her patients. Referrals she has made have been to other Doctors she considers to provide the same level of expert care. I trust her work and her judgements about my care. In addition to providing top quality care, she is calm and nurturing. Work is always done with care, kindness, and as gentle a hand as possible.
Kristen James · 5 out of 5 stars · 7 months ago
My favorite dentist ever. It's a small "mom and pop" office with just one practitioner, so you are treated like family and not like just a number, the way you are at large corporate practices. Dr. Shahani has a delicate touch and a great bedside manor. She's easy to get a hold of and always checks in on you after any procedure.
She was recommended by my tmj specialist in Richmond when I moved and I couldn't be more pleased!
Larry Adkins · 5 out of 5 stars · 7 months ago
About 18 years ago, it was determined I was in need of some major dental work and had the good fortune of being referred to Dr. Shahani. Through her skill and dedication as a Prosthodontist, I basically have a new mouth of implants, crowns and denture. She is highly skilled and a true professional. It has been an honor to work with her and her staff over those many years.
Mary DeLaGarza · 5 out of 5 stars · 7 months ago
Dr. Shahani is so kind & is excellent at what she does and her staff is wonderful too! I would definitely go to her again if I ever need more work on my teeth.
Anna Karola · 5 out of 5 stars · 7 months ago
Dr. Shahani is highly professional and knowledgeable. She and her staff are excellent with dental phobic patients (me) and allows us comfort and ease. I highly recommend her without reservation.
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About Shenandoah Smiles
Shenandoah Smiles is a Harrisonburg, Virginia dental practice located at 243 Neff Avenue, Suite N, offering dental care for all ages with an emphasis on quality and personal attention. The practice provides comprehensive treatment planning that covers oral exams and cleanings, crowns, bridges, complete and partial dentures, dental implants, implant supported dentures, and care for jaw joint problems, often called TMJ. For patients considering dental implants, the office is led by a prosthodontist, a dental specialist focused on the restoration and replacement of missing or damaged teeth.
The practice describes prosthodontists as the architects of a dental treatment plan, collaborating with general dentists and other specialists to develop solutions for a patient's oral health concerns. Shenandoah Smiles emphasizes a friendly, gentle atmosphere for patients who may feel anxious about dental visits, and it encourages regular checkups to catch problems before they become painful. The team includes a lead assistant and office manager alongside the doctor, and the office sees patients Monday through Thursday by appointment.
Meet the Doctors
Dr. Purnima J. Shahani, DDS, MS, leads Shenandoah Smiles. She is a prosthodontist, meaning she completed dental school plus additional years of advanced training in an American Dental Association accredited prosthodontic education program. According to the practice's website, she holds two master's degrees, in Oral Medicine and Advanced Dentistry, and specializes in treating complex dental conditions including crowns, bridges, complete and partial dentures, dental implants, and jaw joint problems.
