Dr. Nicholas Bland was born and raised in Aiken, SC and graduated from North Georgia College & State University with a BS in Chemistry. After attending dental school at Tufts University, Dr. Bland moved to Savannah, GA where he began his career as a U.S. Army Dentist. While at Fort Stewart, Dr. Bland volunteered to be the Officer in Charge of Childrens Dental Health Month which helped to teach over 1,400 children from various schools in the surrounding area proper oral hygiene techniques.
It was during this time Dr. Bland realized his true calling to become a Pediatric Dentist. Before transitioning to the army reserves, Dr. Bland went on to serve as the Brigade Dental Surgeon for the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division out of Fort Stewart, GA and subsequently the 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division out of Fort Bragg, NC.
After serving a little over four years on active duty, Dr. Bland completed two additional years of specialty training in Pediatric Dentistry with New York University-Langone Dental Medicine in Central Arizona. While there, he was chosen by his attending faculty to serve as Chief Resident during his final year in residency.
At the conclusion of his residency, Dr. Bland returned to North Carolina and worked in one of the most underserved areas of the state. Dr. Bland received extensive training in sedation dentistry and providing treatment under general anesthesia through this experience.
In this area of North Carolina Dr. Bland became to be known as the dentist that plays guitar to his patients. He is passionate about music and loves to share this passion with others. Dr. Bland plays guitar and sings to every child visits him for an exam.
In his spare time, Dr. Bland enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing music, and staying physically fit. Dr. Bland is Currently a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and holds the rank of Major in the United States Army Reserves.
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Rating 5.0 out of 5 based on 85 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestJustin Mags
a year ago
We had such an amazing visit. The waiting lobby is filled with books, games, and a piano. Dr. Shahbazi answered all of our questions and was so wonderful with our toddler.
Hasna Salehi
a year ago
Great experience with Dr. Shahbazi
Frans Kuoppala
a year ago
My boy has been terrified of going to the dentist until after his first visit with you.
Nadine Kaladeen
a year ago
They were very patient, gentle, and friendly towards my rowdy toddler! Adriana was thorough and very kind!
Alli Strang
a year ago
Great doctor and staff! My son was well taken care of and everything was smooth and easy!
Ashly Howard
a year ago
We brought all 4 of our boys. They all enjoyed getting their teeth clean. Adriana and all the staff is friendly and helpful with any questions or concerns. So happy to find a dental office all our kids are happy with. And as a parent feel like they are covering everything :-)
Jasmin Villa
a year ago
Great service with kind and caring staff (which is a must when working with children). All my kiddos come here. One of my favorite things is that the staff is sensitive to working with children in the foster care system.
Camih
a year ago
I really enjoyed it!! The dentist is really enthusiastic and Adriana and Myra were very pleasant and helpful!
Cachell G
a year ago
I found out forever dentist for my kids. The dental office is very cute and cozy. Staff were super friendly and took their time with my young boys. Dr. Shahbazi was great explaining everything to my son so there was no surprises or fear on unknown for him. I would highly recommend the wiggly tooth if you want someone who truly cares for your kids.
Kee Hang Kevin Luk
a year ago
Very a comodating for our last minute pediatric dental emergency and now our baby girl is happy and healthy again
Astrid Cisneros
2 years ago
Took my daughter to the dentist for the first time this week! And she had such a good experience, Dr shahbazi and her assistant Adriana were the best and made her feel very comfortable, I will be recommending this office to everyone
Ashley Mccurdy
2 years ago
I have never felt so comfortable with a dentist as I do here at the wiggly tooth!! Both dentist were absolutely amazing, calm, patient, caring! The front office staff were kind and compassionate and made sure I understood everything and made sure I had everything. My daughter felt comfortable and wasn't afraid! If I could give them more than 5 stars I would!
Niousha Toroghi
2 years ago
Staff is always considerate, professional, and kind to the kids.
farah naz
2 years ago
My kids love Dr. Shabazi and Dr. Bland, they are one of the kind, friendly and very experienced. Highly recommended
Kristin
2 years ago
My 3 year old son is a handful and everyone here is so patient with him. I actually had a professional behavior coach with me (for my 7 year old) and even he was impressed by the way the staff handled my 3 year old. My son is still not a fan of the dentist office and tries to talk me out of it every time we pull up in the parking lot, but he knows some of the staff by name and doesn't hold it against them at all. He's very fond of Dr. Korf's original staff and liked The Wiggly Tooth staff just as much. I was nervous when I found out Dr. Korf was transitioning to retirement and handing over the practice, but winners pick winners.
Abby Hauer
2 years ago
Really enjoyed getting to know my new provider! Ariannah made my visit nice and easy and Pain free!
Dave and Val D
2 years ago
Dr. Korf, now with The Wiggly Tooth, has been a wonderful dentist for my kids for a long time. His experience can't be beat. Our prior Pediatric Dentist wanted to do extra, unnecessary work including unnecessary x-rays on my small children. I was treated uncomfortably for not "going along." Why subject your children to that if it is not necessary and not needed? Under the guidance and care of Dr. Korf as my children's dentist for many years, my children's teeth are beautiful and healthy. Thank you Dr. Korf. Also, Amanda at the front desk has gone out of her way to take time to help me with appointments, paperwork and billing.
sophia fahandej
2 years ago
Thank you so much for the excellent dental care Dr.Shahbazi The staff is awesome, excellent!!
Geraldine Coates
2 years ago
My first visit of the Wiggly Tooth in the Desert Cove location was terrible! They recently took over ownership for my kids' former pediatric dentist, Dr. Korf, who was retiring. We have been going to Dr. Korf's pediatric dentist office for at least 18 years and we never had a problem under Dr. Korf's ownership. Once I arrived, they didn't greet me with a friendly smile. Instead, they told me that I was 30 minutes late. They ended up changing the times to my kids dentist appointments 30 minutes earlier, without notifying me as the parent, which I set up months ago. Instead of them apologizing and showing polite courteous customer service, they acted rudely and made it seem like it was my fault. They said that they would still take my kid's in for a cleaning, but that we would have to wait after they see 2 other patients, which they moved ahead of us. I told them never mind and said that I will no longer go to their office and walked out.
Gloria Setayesh
2 years ago
Thank you for such good quality of service
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