Achieving oral health and well-being is important for everyone, and here at Special Need Dentistry in San Antonio, weve dedicated ourselves to providing specialized dental care to patients with special needs, so that they too can enjoy the many benefits of a beautiful, healthy smile.
While some practices accomodate special needs patients, this is our only focus, and beyond that, our passion. Whether a patient faces physical or mental disabilities, we seek to provide them with a higher level of dental care; one that recognizes their limitations, addresses their individual needs, and provides them with an experience they can be comfortable and confident in.
In addition to comprehensive general dentistry, we also provide preventive pediatric care, each including therapeutic practices, so that no matter a patients age or needs, theyll know they can trust the care theyre receiving.
At Special Need Dentistry, we value the unique qualities of each of our patients and care about their well-being. We believe that in providing specialized care and tending to the unique nature of our patients, well not only transform their oral and overall health, but their lives as well.
Dr. Karan Shahs journey to dentistry started with his familys ideals of service to the community. Through dentistry he enjoys the ability to make a big impact on someones life and overall well-being, while deriving constant personal growth and the immense satisfaction of working with his hands.
Dr. Shah first started his education in India where he earned his bachelors degree in dental surgery. He then moved to the United States to continue his education at the University of North Texas, earning a masters in public health. He earned a Doctorate in Dental Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Shah moved to Texas immediately after graduation, and has worked in San Antonio since 2017. He will take any opportunity to attend continuing education, and enjoys the continuous learning required to keep up with innovations in the field.
Dr. Shah is an outgoing, curious, and empathetic dentist who always takes his time with his patients. His goal of working in a patient-centered office led him to partner with Special Need Dental. His special interests in dentistry include comprehensive dental care, full mouth rehabilitation, implant surgery, and aesthetic dentistry. Outside of work you may run into Dr. Shah at your local hiking trails or new restaurants. He loves meeting new people, travelling, biking, playing tennis, board games, and watching TV.