A Childhood Spark
At age five, she received a toy dental kit from her parents, sparking her curiosity about the profession.
DFW Absolute Dental · Allen, Texas
Meet Dr. Maria Y. Shahdad, DDS
Compassionate dentistry starts with a genuine connection. Get to know the dentist behind the smiles at DFW Absolute Dental.
Dr. Shahdad believes that excellent care means listening, explaining your options, and treating every patient with the kindness and respect they deserve.
Her approach to dentistry
Care That Feels Personal
Dr. Maria Y. Shahdad is a general dentist providing preventive, restorative, cosmetic, and implant dentistry in Allen, Texas.
She takes time to understand each patient's needs and helps them feel informed and comfortable throughout treatment. For Dr. Shahdad, one of the most rewarding parts of dentistry is helping someone feel confident enough to smile again.
Dr. Shahdad is licensed in Texas and speaks Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi, and Kashmiri.
The story behind the smile
Inspired to Make a Difference
Dr. Shahdad's interest in dentistry started when she was young—and grew into a passion for helping people feel at ease.
A Compassionate Example
Watching her uncle, a general dentist, care for people in pain showed her how much a gentle approach could matter.
Putting Patients at Ease
Accompanying her grandmother to a dental visit reinforced her desire to make dentistry feel less intimidating for patients.
Education & experience
A Strong Foundation in Dentistry
Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) · 2007
Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine, New York
General Practice Residency · 2008
Columbia University / NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, New York
Licensed Dentist
State of Texas
A personal touch
Family Photo Coming Soon
A special family photo will be added here when it's ready.
Beyond the dental chair
Family, Food & Life Outside the Office
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Shahdad enjoys spending time with her husband, Yunis, and their children, Ayaan and Reeha. She loves travel, cooking, and creating memories with family.
She especially enjoys preparing Kashmiri and North Indian dishes and staying connected with loved ones near and far.
We Look Forward to Meeting You
Experience personalized care with Dr. Shahdad at DFW Absolute Dental in Allen, Texas.