Dr Shanahan, a fifth generation Californian, was born in Humboldt County in the town of Eureka. He attended UC San Diego where he earned his bachelors degree in cognitive science specializing in computation.He pursued his interest in traveling and the liberal arts when he chose to study abroad at the University of Oxford in England, during which time he met his wife, Alyson.He obtained his dental degree from the University of Southern California School Of Dentistry, from which he graduated in the top of his class. Dr Shanahans interests in dental esthetics and developing beautiful smiles blossomed as a member of the exclusive USC Esthetic Dentistry Selective team. These experiences, plus his desire to work with both children and adults, led him to further his education at the Orthodontic Division at UC San Francisco, where he earned his Masters degree in Oral and Craniofacial Sciences and his certification in Orthodontics. His training at UC San Francisco included an emphasis on care for children with craniofacial anomalies, such as cleft lip and palate, under the tutelage of notable leaders in the field. Dr Shanahan also worked closely with the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at UCSF in completing his masters thesis on the innovative use of 3D radiology in virtual treatment planning of jaw surgery.

When not practicing orthodontics, Dr Shanahan is an active father of his three children, Finnegan, Ivy and Ethan.He also has a wide variety of interests, including basketball, golf, hiking, traveling, and enjoying good meals with family and friends.

Dr Shanahan is an active member within the following organizations: American Dental Association, American Association of Orthodontists, the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists, and the California Dental Association.

We are all about having afun and caring atmosphere between ourselves and our patients. Our team has 50 years of combined experience in orthodontics and each of us loves what we do. Wetake pride in our job; recognizing the important role that we have in making sure that each patient has an enjoyable orthodontic experience

Successful orthodontic treatment requires all elements of good teamwork communication, honesty, loyalty, dependability, hardworking, respectfulness and commitment. We will work with you and your child to provide an ideal treatment result, while having a fun and rewarding experience in our practice

Hello, and welcome! Im Gabby, also a registered dental assistant here at Shanahan Orthodontics. Ive been working in the orthodontic profession for over 15 years. Its a joy developing relationships with our patients and their families, while providing excellent orthodontic care.

I was born and raised in the beautiful Napa Valley. My husband and I love spending all our free time with our little ones, Alex & Danny. Some of the things we like to do is going camping, bike riding, and the fun family gatherings.

Being part of the Shanahan Team is such a blast! Working with patients to accomplish their treatment goals is truly rewarding. It is such a delight seeing patients light up when their braces come off. I look forward in celebrating a new smile with you.

Hi, Im Amber! A little about myself; I was born in Colorado, but raised in the good old Napa Valley since the age of two. I married my wonderful husband, Jake, in July of 2012 and we now have two Amazing children and three dogs! When Im not assisting patients, my family and I enjoy playing sports, attending sporting events, concerts, hiking, camping and boating.

My greatest joy in working at Dr. Shanahans Orthodontics Office is interacting with both young and adult patients, getting to know them and watching their self esteem change and grow. I look forward to getting to know each and everyone of you.

In 1983 I married my high school sweetheart and we have 2 grown sons, a daughter in-law and recently added our first grandbaby named Ella to our family. Youll find us in our RV camping or fishing every chance we get. We love spending time with our family and friends.

I am so lucky to be apart of Dr.Shanahans team-together, we strive to make our office the best experience and the most rewarding time for you and your family. I truly look forward to meeting you and helping to give you your beautiful smile and confidence you deserve.

Your Invisalign treatment will consist of a series of aligners that you switch out about every two weeks. Each aligner is individually manufactured with exact calculations to gradually shift your teeth into place. Since your Invisalign system is custom-made for your teeth and your teeth only, with a plan devised by you and our doctors, you know youll end up with a smile that truly fits. If youre ready for a smile that transforms your appearance, Invisalign may be your answer.

If Dr. Shanahan determines that you are a candidate for this system, we will take an impression of your teeth andfabricate a series of active aligners, custom-made for you. Each appliance ismade of lightweight, clearplasticin the shape of your dental arches.

Youll wear each appliance for 2 weeks.The nearly invisible appliances are so easy to wear and talk with, few people even know they have them on. And in just a few months, youll be enjoying your beautiful new smile. Whether youre in school, on the go with family, a professional in the public eye or active in sports, Invisalign can easily fit into your busy life.

Each aligner works tostraighten your teeth in small incremental movements, each getting you progressively closer to your new smile.Find out if youre a candidate for this nearly invisible no-braces treatment.