Mr Sheila Farahani

If you are a new patient with us, let me welcome you and tell you a bit about me. My path to dentistry was winding, but each step along the path provided a foundation for the unique dental practice that we have created here in Austin. I studied biochemistry as an undergraduate at the University of Washington and went on to post graduate study in coral reef biology before earning a Master's in Teaching degree. I taught high school chemistry and biology for a few years but was frustrated with the red tape of the education system. As a result, I decided to pursue a career in dentistry where I would have the freedom to create my own systems to improve the health and lives of my patients. I feel that my teaching experience fits hand in hand with my dental degree to help me create a partnership with you where you are heard, understood and are an active participant in living your healthiest life. Other random interests of mine include reading science fiction, swing dancing, and the flying trapeze. With a passion for lifelong learning, I am regularly involved in continuing education courses. I don’t think of these courses as requirements for my license, but rather as opportunities to provide better care for you. In addition to my work in comprehensive, preventive and cosmetic dentistry, an area of concentration in my career has been the treatment of dental anxiety. With a history of severe dental fear in my family, I have completed extensive training to provide accessibility for patients who avoid the dentist due to fear. Dr. Farahani received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Washington in 2010 and was awarded Fellowship with the American Academy of Clear Aligners in 2021. Throughout her career, she has studied across the country under some of the most respected practitioners including Dr. Gordon Christensen, Dr. Martin Anderson, Dr. Mike Evans, Dr. Sami Dogan, Dr. Frank Spear, Dr. Susan Maples, Dr. David Galler and Dr. Dick Tucker Jr with the RV Tucker Study Clubs. Associations: ADA, TDA, CADS, AGD, AACA, Austin Aligners.