Meet Dr. Shawn Sharma, DDS

Dentistry grounded in health, evidence and trust.

Understand the whole picture. Explain it clearly. Recommend care that supports your long term health.

Dr. Shawn Sharma in black scrubs at Palo Alto Oral Health
Education & professional affiliation
UC Berkeley
Undergraduate education
Stanford Athletics
Team Dentist
University of the Pacific
Dental education
Dr. Shawn Sharma standing in black scrubs at Palo Alto Oral Health
Palo Alto is home

A lifelong connection to this community.

I was born in Palo Alto and completed my education and dental training in the Bay Area. Today I care for patients in the community I call home with my wife Tanya, a local oncologist, our daughter and our mini Bernedoodle.

My approach centers on prevention, careful diagnosis and helping you understand your options. I believe care should be thoughtful, conservative whenever possible and tailored to the individual.

Outside the office: family, the gym, golf and great ramen.

Beyond the practice

Committed to dentistry beyond the operatory.

A commitment to patients, the profession and the community.

Stanford Sports Medicine
Team Dentist
Caring for Stanford student athletes.
Mid-Peninsula Dental Society
Board Member
Serving the local dental community.
CDA Presents
Board of Managers
Contributing to dental education.
Dental Board of California
Subject Matter Expert
Supporting professional standards.
My approach

Good care starts with understanding.

Understand first.

Your health, history and goals come before treatment recommendations.

Explain clearly.

Know what we see, what your options are and why we recommend them.

Treat thoughtfully.

Care suited to your needs, with attention to health, comfort and function.

Our team

The people behind your care.

Good care takes a team. We work together to make each visit welcoming, organized and comfortable.

Eva
Eva
Office Manager
Jenny
Jenny
Registered Dental Hygienist
Amanda
Amanda
Amber
Amber
Laurie
Laurie
Lila
Lila
Rose
Rose
Anna
Anna
Suzy
Suzy
Bailey
Bailey
Dr. Sharma's Bernedoodle
Selected writing & contributions

Ideas that advance better care.

Washington Examiner

The coronavirus’s silent dental epidemic

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The Wall Street Journal

Cutting Medical Costs Can Be a Bargain

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American Council on Science and Health

Dental Health: Put Your Mouth Where Your Money Is

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New patients welcome

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