Background
Dr. Shanna Bernkrant’s education & training
Undergraduate
Boston University
Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)
Boston University
Residency
Advanced General Dentistry — San Antonio, Texas
Clinical interests
Biocompatible and mercury-free dentistry, implant restorations, crowns and bridges, cosmetic and restorative care
Dr. Shanna Bernkrant earned both her undergraduate degree and her Doctor of Dental Medicine at Boston University, then completed an Advanced General Dentistry residency in San Antonio, Texas, before returning home to Florida.
Book with Dr. B
New and returning patients welcome. Any PPO or Medicare dental plan accepted.
Philosophy
“Your mouth is part of your body.”
Dr. B believes that taking care of your body is the best investment you can make — and that dental care should support your overall health, not work against it. That conviction shapes the way she practices: she favors the least invasive treatment that will last, chooses materials with your whole health in mind, and never places mercury amalgam fillings.
She is equally committed to the person in the chair. Before she recommends anything, she reviews your health history, looks at your X-rays and photos with you, and explains every option — conventional and conservative — in plain language, including cost. If you have sensitivities to dental materials or a preference such as fluoride-free care, she builds it into your plan.
- Listens first, treats second
- Mercury-free, tooth-colored fillings
- Metal-free crowns where they fit
- Protective steps when replacing old silver fillings
- Clear explanations and written estimates
- Gentle care for anxious patients
What Dr. B treats
Care Dr. Shanna Bernkrant provides in North Miami
General & Family Dentistry
Exams, cleanings, X-rays and tooth-colored fillings for kids, parents and grandparents.
Holistic & Mercury-Free Dentistry
Metal-free, biocompatible materials and a conservative, whole-body approach.
Dental Implants
A permanent, natural-feeling way to replace one tooth, several, or a full arch.
Dentures & Partials
Comfortable full and partial dentures, relines and implant-supported options.
Crowns & Bridges
Rebuild cracked or worn teeth and close gaps with tooth-colored restorations.
Teeth Whitening
Professional in-office and take-home whitening that is safe for enamel.
Invisalign Clear Aligners
Straighten crowded or gapped teeth with removable, nearly invisible aligners.
Emergency Dentist
Toothache, broken tooth or swelling? Call — we make room for same-day visits.
Outside the office
A little more about Dr. Shanna Bernkrant
When she is not at the practice, Dr. B is usually with her husband, their son and the family golden retriever. She is a CrossFit regular and a dancer, with a soft spot for fashion and interior design — the same eye for detail she brings to cosmetic work.
Her patients often say the same thing after their first visit: they did not expect a dentist to make them feel this relaxed.
★★★★★
The doctor was awesome and knowledgeable, very helpful and honest. She is people-focused, not money-focused, and concerned about her patients’ well-being as well as their finances.
Natalie B., Google review
FAQ
Questions about Dr. B
Is Dr. Shanna Bernkrant accepting new patients in North Miami?
Yes. Call us or request an appointment online and let us know you would like to see Dr. B.
Where did Dr. Shanna Bernkrant train?
She earned her undergraduate degree and DMD at Boston University and completed an Advanced General Dentistry residency in San Antonio, Texas.
Does Dr. B ever place silver mercury fillings?
No. Our office is 100% mercury-free. Dr. B restores teeth with tooth-colored composite and metal-free ceramics, and replaces old silver fillings with protective steps when they need to come out.
Can I ask for fluoride-free care?
Yes. Fluoride is effective at preventing cavities and we offer it, but it is always your choice. If you prefer fluoride-free care, Dr. B builds your plan around it.
Does Dr. B treat children?
Yes. As a general dentist she cares for patients of all ages, from first visits through adulthood.
Is Dr. B a holistic dentist?
Dr. B practices biocompatible, mercury-free and minimally invasive dentistry, and considers your overall health in every treatment plan. Read more on our holistic dentistry page.
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