Westside Dental Center exists to allow God to exercise our team members life designs including talents and spiritual gifts for the benefit of our patients to achieve superior oral health. Our vision for this dental practice is to provide the highest quality of dental treatment and dental patient education while providing the best customer service for our patients. Our team respects each other and our patients by choosing to work together to achieve our patients dental goals as well as being committed to taking responsibility to stay up to date with the latest proven technical skills and technology of dentistry. Finally, our practice is made of a group of people who choose to be an example of a team committed to honoring God in our work.
Dr. Shuffield graduated from the University of Tennessee Dental School in Memphis in 1995 where he received a Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree. He has also completed the total course of training at The Pankey Institute. As a Pankey trained dentist, Dr. Shuffield has been taught how to treat his patients as individuals, how to do complete examinations, how to take enough time to listen and answer questions fully, and how to create a practice that reflects his own personal values. Optimal care is the goal of Pankey-trained dentist, and this creates long-lasting comfort, function and naturally beautiful teeth. Dr. Shuffield is also a member of the American Dental Association (ADA) as well as the Arkansas State Dental Association (ASDA), and participates in various study clubs where he continues to update his knowledge base regarding the practice of dentistry in the 21st century. Dr. Shuffield and his wife Pam, of 32 years, have three sons and one granddaughter. When he is not in the office, he enjoys time with his family, playing golf and duck hunting.
'The part of my job that I enjoy the most is the relationship that I have with each of my patients and the opportunity I have to serve them and help them achieve optimal dental health. I also want you to know that the dental team I have in place currently is the best there is and I am blessed to work with them each day.'
Michelle grew up in Benton, AR and graduated from Eastern College of Health Vocations in Little Rock. She has worked for Dr. Shuffield since 2008 as a Registered Dental Assistant. Michelle and her husband, Chris, have two sons and one daughter and three grandchildren. Michelle enjoys spending time outdoors, crafting, creating homemade goods but mostly she enjoys spending time with her grandchildren.
Mollie is a native of Little Rock, AR, and graduated from UAMS Hygiene School in 2018. She and her husband Colton do not have any human children but they do have two fur babies...Ellie and JoJo. Mollie enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, and shopping!
Madison was born and raised in Little Rock. She graduated from the University of Arkansas Walton School of Business with a Bachelor of Science in Marketing. She then obtained her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene at UAMS and recently joined Dr. Shuffields team as a registered dental hygienist. She is looking forward to a rewarding career helping her patients achieve optimal oral health! Madison loves animals and outdoor activities. She enjoys spending time at the lake with family and friends, running, playing with her dog, and traveling to visit new places.
I am inspired daily by my coworkers to be my very best, both personally and professionally. The positive, encouraging atmosphere at the Westside Dental Center is contagious, and Im happy to make it my new work home!
Pam grew up in Little Rock and graduated from Baylor University where she met John and then married in 1989. Pam and John have three sons and one granddaughter! She coordinates the Front Desk responsibilities and also serves as the Office Manager. Pam enjoys spending time with family and friends at the lake, beach and anywhere they gather.