Meet the # 1 Dental Team In Burke, VA!

Meet the # 1 Dental Team In Burke!​​

"Our goal at Shield Dental Care is to provide our patients with outstanding dental services so that every dental visit is a comfortable experience."

We welcome you to our practice! We are proud of our dental team which we have hired and trained with dedication. We are passionate about helping you achieve and maintain the healthiest smile, and we love to get to know you on a personal level! We look forward to seeing you at your next visit!

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Dr. Reza Izadi

Board Certified Anesthesiologist

Dr. Izadi is a resident of Washington DC and has been practicing anesthesiology since 2004. He has been Medical Director of two medical centers, including one surgical. He has been awarded assistant professor of anesthesiology at New York Medical College. He is passionate about anesthesiology and lives by the motto ” Safety comes First”.

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Chelsea

Registered Dental Hygienist

I graduated from Old Dominion with a Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene in 2011.  I was honored to receive the Proctor and Gamble award of academic achievement for graduating top in my class.  I am very passionate about continuing education and have done volunteer work in the area.  I have extensive experience working with periodontal patients and those with high anxiety.  My favorite part of being a hygienist is getting to know each patient and making them feel comfortable.

I grew up in a military family but spent most of my life in Fairfax down the street from Shield Dental Care!  After many years working in Arlington, VA I am excited to be closer to home and working with the local community.  I have been with Shield Dental Care since 2020.  When I am not at the office, I enjoy spending time with my husband and two kids (another coming fall 2022).  We love being outdoors, spending time at my parent’s lake-house in Charlottesville and visiting family overseas!

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Alyssa

Registered Dental Hygienist

I have been a dental hygienist at Shield Dental Care since 2021. I graduated from Old Dominion University in 2011 with a bachelor’s in dental hygiene. I began my career in a multi-specialty practice in Boston for many years before relocating to Virginia in 2018 with my husband. I have since found my perfect job at Shield and I am committed to helping patients receive their highest level of care.

I have a one-year-old son, Connor, and a five-year-old Coonhound, Leo. On my free time, I like to bake cupcakes, work out, and travel with my family! My biggest achievement is running the Boston Marathon in 2016. My family and I like to go to the beach and love doing activities outside; seeing my son grow up to enjoy the outdoors has been really fun. Spending time with my family is the most important thing to me.

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Karolina

Dental Surgery Assistant

I have worked in dentistry for over 4 years, with a passion for oral surgery assistance. Working with Dr. Ghorbani is an amazing opportunity to grow in the dental field as well as a personally enriching experience to learn about patient care. I hope to expand my dental journey and continue treating our beloved Shield patients for a long time!

I have two athletic sons that keep me busy when I am not at the dental practice. I love spending time with them and going to their football and basketball games on the weekends.

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Tina

Registered Dental Hygienist

Tina began her career in dentistry over 7 years ago. She received her degree at Old Dominion University, graduating in 2013.

She strives to make sure each patient feels comfortable and welcomed to the practice. Making patients feel comfortable about there dental needs and are excited to come back again is a number one priority for her. When not at the office, she enjoys spending time traveling.

Front Office Team

Our dental administrative staff are the backbone of our day-to-day operations. From booking your appointments to
reviewing insurance claims, they are committed to keeping you in the know every step of the way! 

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Payam Ghorbani

Dental Office Team Leader

As a family-owned business, Payam and his brother, Dr. Ghorbani, want their staff and patients to experience a different kind of dentistry: a relaxing & stress-free environment. That’s why Payam and Dr. Ghorbani put thought into every detail of the office, starting with the design and ambiance.

Payam has been part of the Burke community for the past several years. He graduated from George Mason University with honors, where he received three business degrees. Since graduating, he has concentrated on all aspects of accounting, marketing, and business management of the dental practice.

Payam’s goal at Shield Dental Care is for every patient to walk away with a smile.

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Karina

Dental Patient Coordinator

“I’m the sun that brightens your day!”

I have been working in the dental field for over 12 years but have been devoted and committed to Shield for 5 years and counting. My passion has always been making sure patients feel as special and loved as possible. As soon as patients walk in, my nature is to help ease any nerves, anxiety, and revert those feelings to optimism and ensuring they are in the best of hands.

When not at Shield, I enjoy spending time with my family & friends and traveling the world is of course a must, since life is too short to sit and do nothing! Thankful for having been blessed with good health, three beautiful boys, and a loving husband.

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Sahar

Dental Insurance Coordinator

I am a rising Senior Biology Major at George Mason University, hoping to further my education and pursue a career in the dental field. I started out at Shield as an intern my senior year of high school after obtaining a dental x-ray certification and the completion of a two-year dental academy course. It has now been 3 years and counting since I have been a part of this amazing team and could not be more grateful. Within these 3 years, I have acquired much passion for dentistry and everything that it entails; connecting with patients, helping to educate them, and continuing to learn every day!

In my free time, I love going to coffee shops, reading, and going on road trips with family and friends!

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Carmen

Dental Patient Coordinator

As a one of the newest members of Shield Dental Care, I have been blessed to start my career with such an amazing team that motivates me to learn more about the dental field. I have found a passion in dentistry and seeing how we can change lives by transforming smiles is so incredibly rewarding!

I am a coffee lover and I also enjoy spending time with my family and friends. One of my goals is to become a pediatric nurse, while traveling and helping those in need.