Shield Dental Care: Services, Costs and Insurance

What is Shield Dental Care?

Shield Dental Care is a single-location dental office in Burke, in southern Fairfax County, Virginia. It describes itself as a general practice that handles most dental needs "under one roof": routine cleanings and checkups, fillings and crowns, root canals, dentures, dental implants, cosmetic work, orthodontics, sedation, oral surgery such as extractions and gum surgery, and emergency care. It now also offers Botox, both for cosmetic lines and for jaw clenching and grinding.

The practice is led by Dr. Pejman Ghorbani. The site describes it as a family-owned business: Dr. Ghorbani's brother, Payam Ghorbani, leads the front office and, in the words of the doctor's bio page, has been "entrusted" with "the day-to-day management" of the practice. A quote on the site's community page attributes to Dr. Ghorbani the line "Owning a Dental Practice in Burke has been one of the best decisions I have ever made."

The site does not publish the year the practice opened. It says Dr. Ghorbani has "a decade" of experience and shows "10+ years of experience" on the home page. The state license record (see below) shows his Virginia dental license was first issued in June 2011.

It treats patients of all ages. The team page says the office cares for patients "from a child's first preventive visits and sealants through to restorative and cosmetic treatment for adults, so families can be seen in one place."

This guide describes what the practice offers. It is not medical or dental advice; talk to a licensed dentist about your own situation.

Is Shield Dental Care legit? What can be checked

People usually ask this before trusting a new dentist with an implant or a large treatment plan. Here is what can be confirmed independently, and what is the practice's own word.

• A current Virginia license. The Virginia Department of Health Professions license lookup lists Pejman Ghorbani, Dentist, license number 0401413261, Burke, VA 22015, initial license date 21 June 2011, expiry 30 September 2027, status "Current Active." The "Additional Public Information" column reads "No," which the state explains means no documents (such as board orders) are available on that license.
• A federal provider record. The CMS NPI registry lists Pejman Ghorbani, DMD, as a general practice dentist (NPI 1982982252, enumerated 3 August 2011) with the same phone number the practice uses, (703) 250-5072. It also shows a Virginia license and a District of Columbia license number. The registry address is on Burke Commons Road in Burke, not the current Sydenstricker Road address; NPI records are self-reported and often lag behind a move.
• A published street address, phone and hours on every page of the site, and an email address, info@shielddentalcare.com.
• Named staff. The team page names the dentist, a registered dental hygienist, a surgical assistant and four front-office staff (see below).
• Clinical pages with a named reviewer. Most service pages carry the line "Medically reviewed by Dr. Pejman Ghorbani," and many cite outside sources such as the American Dental Association's patient site.
• Patient reviews. The site has a reviews page with more than two dozen patient comments, shown with first names or full names. The practice chooses which reviews appear there, so read them as the practice's selection. Its FAQ points readers to Google for more.
• Community ties. The site says the team has given sponsorship, dental education and volunteer hours to local schools and groups, naming Terra Centre Elementary School, Fairview Elementary School and the Burke Centre Community Center, and that it takes part in the Burke Festival.

We did not find a Better Business Bureau profile or a state board action to report. If outside reviews matter to you, read the practice's Google reviews alongside the selection on its site.

Who is the dentist, and who else is on the team?

Dr. Pejman Ghorbani

Dr. Ghorbani is the only dentist the site names. His bio page lists:

• Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine, Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The NPI registry also lists his credential as DMD. Several other pages on the site, including the home page and the "Medically reviewed by" lines, use "DDS" instead. Ask the office if the difference matters to you.
• Bachelor of Science in Biology, University of Maryland, College Park, where the bio says he concentrated in neurophysiology and co-authored a published chemistry research paper.
• "Advanced continuing education in implant dentistry and restorative treatment planning," and ongoing training in cosmetic, restorative, preventive and emergency care.

The bio lists his areas of clinical focus as veneers, whitening, implants, emergency dentistry, sedation, crowns and bridges, root canal therapy, preventive care, and "long-term restorative treatment planning and smile rehabilitation." The sedation pages say he is "certified in sedation techniques"; that is the practice's statement, and the state lookup we used shows only his dentist license.

He is a general dentist. The site has a page titled "Orthodontist in Burke VA," but he is not described anywhere as a specialist orthodontist, periodontist or oral surgeon. He provides those kinds of treatment as a general dentist.

The rest of the team

Some pages refer to "our dentists" in the plural, and one patient review on the site mentions being treated by another dentist when Dr. Ghorbani was unavailable. The team page names only Dr. Ghorbani, so if it matters to you who does your treatment, ask when you book.

What services does Shield Dental Care offer?

The site's services page groups more than 80 treatment pages under twelve headings. In summary:

A few details from the individual service pages:

• Root canals "typically require just 1-2 appointments," according to the root canal page, with x-rays first and the canals filled with gutta-percha.
• Dentures are made in four steps, including a wax bite rim and a wax try-in that is adjusted for color and fit before the final denture.
• Extractions are described as simple or surgical. The extraction page covers bone grafting after a tooth is removed (often to prepare for an implant) and PRF, which the practice prepares chairside in about 10 to 15 minutes by drawing and spinning a small blood sample.
• Gum disease treatment is described as "conservative first": a cleaning and home-care advice for early gingivitis, scaling and root planing for moderate disease, and surgery only for advanced cases.
• Night guards are custom-made from impressions of your teeth. The same page covers athletic mouth guards for contact sports.

Dental implants and All-on-4

Implants are the area the site covers in most depth. The implant page says Dr. Ghorbani "performs comprehensive implant treatment in-house, from surgical placement to final restoration," so the surgery and the crown or denture on top are done in the same office rather than split between a surgeon and a general dentist.

The published process has four stages:

1. Consultation and evaluation: an exam, 3D imaging and digital x-rays, a bone density assessment, and a treatment planning discussion. If you need a bone graft or an extraction first, the practice says it will "outline those clearly."
2. Implant placement under local anesthesia, with sedation available, using what the page calls "advanced guided technology."
3. Healing over "several months" while the implant fuses with the jawbone.
4. Final restoration: a crown, an implant-supported bridge, or an implant-supported denture, color-matched to your teeth.

For people missing most or all teeth, the practice offers two implant denture designs:

• Semi-removable overdenture. Two to four implants hold a denture that snaps in and out. You wear a temporary denture while the implants heal, then the gums are prepared, abutments are fitted, an impression is taken, and the final overdenture is attached to a metal bar.
• Fixed denture (All-on-4). At least four implants hold a full arch of teeth that you don't remove. Planning uses digital impressions, photos and a cone beam CT scan; the practice says it reviews the planned shape, color, fit and size with you before surgery. You get a temporary set of teeth during healing and a final porcelain denture once healed.

The implant pages say candidates are assessed for jawbone density, gum health, medical history and healing ability, and that smoking, uncontrolled diabetes and severe gum disease can raise the risk of complications. If implants are not a good fit, the practice says it will discuss alternatives such as a bridge. Published price ranges are in the cost section.

Cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign and braces

Veneers. The practice offers porcelain veneers and composite resin veneers. Its veneer page says composite veneers "can often be completed in a single visit" and cost less, while porcelain resists staining better; the page says porcelain veneers can last 10 to 15 years or longer with care. The home page says the office makes veneers and crowns in "a week or less" rather than months.

Whitening. Two options: in-office whitening and custom take-home trays. The FAQ says an in-office session takes about 60 to 90 minutes and the trays are used over one to two weeks. The whitening page notes that some patients get mild sensitivity, which usually passes within a few days.

Smile makeovers, bonding and gummy smile treatment are also listed, and the site has a before-and-after gallery.

Invisalign and braces. Dr. Ghorbani offers Invisalign clear aligners and traditional braces. The FAQ describes a digital treatment plan that shows projected results before you start, check-ins every 6 to 8 weeks, and wearing aligners 20 to 22 hours a day. It gives typical Invisalign treatment times of 6 to 18 months. One FAQ answer mentions a "free Invisalign consultation"; confirm that when you book.

Botox at a dental office

The Botox overview page says the practice "now offers Botox in Burke, VA." Its Botox pages cover:

• Upper-face lines: frown lines between the brows (the "11s"), forehead lines, crow's feet and bunny lines on the nose.
• Lips, lower face and neck: the lip flip and lip lines, a gummy smile, chin dimpling, downturned mouth corners, masseter treatment for jaw slimming, and neck bands.
• Jaw muscles: clenching, grinding and TMJ-related muscle pain, which the practice says it usually treats alongside a night guard rather than instead of one.

The practice carries three products: BOTOX Cosmetic, Dysport and Daxxify. Its pages explain which areas each one is FDA-approved for and say that any other use is "off-label," which it says it will tell you about at the consultation. Its pages describe all the lower-face uses except neck bands, and all jaw and grinding uses, as off-label.

The appointment, as the site describes it: a consultation that reviews your medical history and medicines, a few small injections, no recovery time, and a check at about two weeks when the effect has built up. The Botox page lists situations where it recommends waiting or choosing another treatment, including pregnancy or breastfeeding, an allergy to any botulinum toxin product (or to cow's milk protein for Dysport), an infection where the injections would go, and nerve-and-muscle conditions such as myasthenia gravis.

On why a dentist offers it, the site says that since 2023 Virginia law has allowed dentists to give botulinum toxin for cosmetic purposes once they complete the training required by the Virginia Board of Dentistry.

Price: not published. The Botox cost page says the price depends on the areas, the product and the dose, and that you get a price at the consultation, before treatment. It recommends asking for a written quote listing the product, areas, planned dose, any consultation charge, whether the two-week follow-up is included, and the touch-up policy. Cosmetic Botox is not covered by dental insurance.

Sedation for anxious patients

The sedation pages are aimed at people with dental anxiety, a strong gag reflex, long or multiple procedures, difficulty sitting still, or years away from the dentist. The practice lists three levels:

Procedures the site lists as commonly done with sedation include implant placement, wisdom tooth removal, root canals, deep cleanings, several restorations in one visit, and even routine cleanings for very anxious patients. Before sedation, the practice says Dr. Ghorbani reviews your medical history, medicines and allergies and gives you clear pre-appointment instructions, including any dietary restrictions.

General anesthesia. The pages are not consistent here. The main sedation page says general anesthesia (being fully unconscious) "is a separate category we can discuss if needed," while an older article on the site says the practice offers general anesthesia with a "certified anesthesiologist." If you specifically want to be fully asleep, ask the office directly whether that is done on site.

The site also says the office has a TV in each treatment room so you can watch something familiar or listen to music during the visit.

Emergencies and same-day visits

The practice says it keeps room in the schedule for same-day emergency visits and accommodates walk-ins "whenever we can." It asks you to call (703) 250-5072 first if you can, so the team can prepare. Emergencies it lists include severe toothaches, broken or cracked teeth, lost fillings or crowns, gum and soft-tissue injuries, abscesses and knocked-out teeth.

When you call, the same-day page asks you to describe whether the problem came from an accident or injury and how much pain you are in. A same-day visit, as described: quick check-in, an exam with x-rays, an explanation of options, then treatment for immediate relief, with follow-up visits for complex cases.

The site is clear about when to go to a hospital instead: "If you have uncontrolled bleeding, a facial injury, or difficulty breathing or swallowing, go to the nearest emergency room first." The office is closed on Sundays, and the site does not publish an after-hours phone line.

How much does Shield Dental Care cost?

Unlike many dental offices, Shield Dental Care publishes typical price ranges. Its cost guide stresses that these are "a typical range, not a quote," because the real cost depends on what the exam finds. Figures below are as published on 19 October 2026, before any insurance.

What changes the price. For implants, the site lists the number of implants, whether you need bone grafting, the type of restoration, and how complex the case is. For veneers, the material and the number of teeth. For sedation, the type and the length of the procedure.

The practice's own cost advice. The cost guide makes two points worth knowing. First, compare treatments by cost over time, not per visit. Second, a hospital ER visit for tooth pain "commonly runs from $500 to over $1,500," and the hospital usually cannot fix the tooth, so a dental visit is still needed afterward. It also promises: "No treatment starts here without you knowing what it costs and what your insurance is expected to contribute."

Insurance, the Shield Prevention Plan and payment

Does Shield Dental Care take insurance?

Yes. The site says the practice is "In-Network with most major PPO plans" and will "process and file claims for most dental insurance plans." The insurance page has a heading for a list of accepted PPO plans, but no plans were listed under it when we checked, so call the office to confirm your specific plan. What the practice says it does with insurance:

1. Before your appointment, it gathers your insurance information and prepares a breakdown of your benefits.
2. At the appointment, Dr. Ghorbani gives you an estimate for each option he recommends.
3. Claims, including x-rays and narratives, are filed electronically. Processing time depends on the insurer.

The cost guide also explains the dental insurance basics that surprise people: most plans have an annual maximum (commonly $1,000 to $2,000), they pay less for major work than for preventive care, and they usually exclude purely cosmetic treatment. The practice says it will tell you if a treatment plan can sensibly be split across two benefit years.

The Shield Prevention Plan (no insurance)

For patients without dental insurance, the practice runs its own in-house plan. As published, it costs $350 a year and includes:

• 2 dental cleanings
• 2 oral exams
• 2 fluoride treatments
• Cavity-detection x-rays and digital imaging

The plan page says this is "worth over $750 in dental services" and that members also get a discount on other treatment, including cosmetic care. Ask the office for the current discount and terms before you join. An in-house plan is a membership with the practice, not insurance: it only works at this office.

Paying and financing

• Online bill payment by card through a secure link on the site's Make A Payment page, or by phone.
• Payment plans. The site says the practice offers payment plans so treatment can be spread over time, and its FAQ says it accepts CareCredit, a third-party medical credit card. Ask about terms and interest before signing.
• HSA and FSA. The cost guide notes you can use a health savings or flexible spending account for dental care. Its Botox cost page notes that cosmetic Botox generally does not qualify.

What happens at your first visit

The new patient pages describe the process like this:

1. Book by phone or through the online request form. The form asks for your name, phone, email, optional date of birth, the reason for the visit and notes for the doctor. If you are in pain, say so and the office will try to see you sooner.
2. Send your history and insurance. You complete your medical history and insurance details beforehand so the office can check your benefits.
3. Get a reminder 2 to 5 days before the appointment by text, email or phone, whichever you prefer.
4. Bring a photo ID, your insurance card or information, your completed patient information form, and any relevant medical history. Recent x-rays from another dentist help but are not required.
5. Exam and x-rays. A full exam, digital x-rays and, if a closer look is needed, a 3D CBCT scan taken in the office. The FAQ says the exam includes checks for cavities, gum health and oral cancer.
6. Cleaning, if appropriate. If your gums need a different treatment first (such as a deep cleaning), the office says it will explain why.
7. Treatment plan. You leave with an explanation of what was found, your options and the expected costs. The practice says "nothing is done without your approval" and that it uses videos to explain recommended treatment.

The site says most new patient visits take about 60 to 90 minutes.

Equipment and technology on site

The practice's technology page lists:

• Sirona cone beam CT (CBCT): 3D images of teeth, bone, nerves and sinuses, used for implant planning, difficult extractions, root canals and gum disease.
• Biolase EpicX diode laser: used for laser bacterial reduction during cleanings and gum treatment, and for some soft-tissue procedures. The EpicX page says it is available at hygiene visits.
• Digital x-rays that can be magnified and color-coded on screen.
• Intraoral cameras that show you close-up images of your own teeth.
• An online patient portal for scheduling, reminders and records such as insurance documents and treatment plans. The header of the site links to it as "Patient Login."

The FAQ adds that the office uses platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) in surgical procedures and that new patients can fill out paperwork online before the visit.

Location, hours and areas served

Address: 6505 Sydenstricker Rd, Suite B, Burke, VA 22015. The site describes the office as "minutes from Burke Centre, Lake Braddock, and Burke Lake Park" and "easy to park at." Its Burke page says patients from nearby areas often come via Burke Centre Parkway, Fairfax County Parkway, Braddock Road or Ox Road.

Some FAQ answers mention "select evening appointments," but the published hours end at 5 PM, so ask if you need a late slot.

Areas served. The practice has pages for Burke, Fairfax, Springfield, Annandale, Lorton, Clifton, Fairfax Station and Woodbridge, and describes its patients as coming from "across western Fairfax County and northern Prince William County." All care happens at the Burke office; the site does not describe any second location or virtual dental visits.

How it compares with other options

Who it suits, and who should look elsewhere

Questions to ask before you book

1. Are you in-network with my specific dental plan, and can you send me a benefits breakdown before the visit?
2. Will Dr. Ghorbani do my treatment, or another dentist?
3. What is the current discount on other treatment for Shield Prevention Plan members, and how does the plan renew?
4. For an implant: does my estimate include the extraction, bone graft, abutment and crown, and the scans?
5. For sedation: which level do you recommend for me, what does it add to the cost, and is general anesthesia done in this office?
6. For Botox: can I have a written quote with the product, areas, units and touch-up policy?
7. Do you offer payment plans or CareCredit, and on what terms?
8. What is your cancellation or missed-appointment policy? (It is not published on the site.)

How to get started

1. Call (703) 250-5072 during office hours, or email info@shielddentalcare.com.
2. Or use the appointment request form and choose the reason for your visit (new patient, cleaning, emergency, night guard, whitening consult and others).
3. Have your insurance card ready, or ask about the Shield Prevention Plan if you are uninsured.
4. Read the cost and insurance guide if you are weighing a large treatment.
5. For a dental emergency, call first; the office will try to see you the same day.

Visit Shield Dental Care

Terms you'll see on the site

• DMD / DDS: Doctor of Dental Medicine and Doctor of Dental Surgery, the two names used for US dental degrees.
• CBCT (cone beam CT): a 3D x-ray scan of the teeth and jaw, used for implant planning and complex cases.
• Abutment: the connector between an implant post and the crown or denture on top.
• All-on-4: a full arch of fixed teeth held by four (or more) implants.
• Overdenture: a removable denture that snaps onto implants for extra stability.
• Scaling and root planing: a deep cleaning below the gumline for gum disease.
• Laser bacterial reduction (LBR): using a dental laser to reduce bacteria in gum pockets during a cleaning.
• PRF / PRP: platelet-rich fibrin or plasma, prepared from a small sample of your own blood and placed at a surgical site.
• Off-label: using an FDA-approved product for an area or purpose its label does not cover.
• Bruxism: grinding or clenching the teeth, often during sleep.
• Annual maximum: the most a dental plan will pay in a benefit year.

Frequently asked questions

Sources

All pages checked on 19 October 2026.

1. Shield Dental Care, home page: shielddentalcare.com
2. Meet the team: shielddentalcare.com/meet-the-team/
3. Meet Dr. Pejman Ghorbani: shielddentalcare.com/top-rated-burke-dentist/
4. Patient reviews: shielddentalcare.com/patient-reviews/
5. Contact: shielddentalcare.com/contact-us/
6. New patients and new patient experience: new-patients, new-patient-experience
7. FAQs: shielddentalcare.com/faqs/
8. Services hub: shielddentalcare.com/services/
9. Cost and insurance guide: shielddentalcare.com/guides/cost/
10. Shield Prevention Plan and insurance: shielddentalcare.com/shield-prevention-plan-no-dental-insurance/
11. Dental care without insurance: shielddentalcare.com/without-dental-insurance/
12. Make a payment: shielddentalcare.com/make-a-payment/
13. Technology: high-tech-dental-care, EpicX laser
14. Implants: dental implants, All-on-4
15. Cosmetic and orthodontic: veneers, whitening, orthodontics
16. Botox: Botox overview, Botox cost
17. Sedation: sedation dentist, general vs IV sedation
18. Emergency: emergency dentist, same-day appointments
19. Other service pages: cleaning, gum disease, root canal, dentures, extractions, night guards, PRF
20. Service areas: service-areas, Burke office page
21. Community involvement: shielddentalcare.com/shield-in-the-burke-community/
22. Virginia Department of Health Professions, License Lookup (license 0401413261): dhp.virginiainteractive.org/Lookup/Index
23. CMS NPPES NPI Registry, NPI 1982982252: npiregistry.cms.hhs.gov