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Morgan M. Shanahan, DMD
Dentist
809 W Camp St East Peoria IL, 61611About
Morgan M. Shanahan, DMD, is a dentist who lends her skills and expertise to serve patients at Maple Shade Dental at Camp Crossing in East Peoria, Illinois. She specializes in all facets of general dentistry. Before focusing on their dental needs, she takes the time to foster relationships with her patients by getting to know them and being mindful of their needs and concerns. Dr. Shanahan feels that her success is primarily attributable to her drive to always better herself. Named Top Female Healthcare Professional by Women in Medicine in 2021, she dedicates her time outside work to cooking, video games, and art.
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Education and Training
SIU School of Dental Medicine DMD 2021
SIUE BS 2017
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Morgan M. Shanahan, DMD's Expert Contributions
Can I use mouthwash 1 week after extraction?
You can use mouthwash 1 week after an extraction. I would advise avoiding mouthwashes with alcohol in them for a little while longer as it might cause and uncomfortable burning sensation at the extraction sites still. Be careful while swishing around and spitting the mouthwash out. Don’t do it too forcefully. READ MORE
Why do my other teeth hurt after wisdom tooth extraction?
Sometimes your dentist needs to push against the teeth next to your wisdom tooth to help lift it out. It can make them a little sore for a few days. In a addition to this, you could be experiencing something called referred pain. This is when one location (the spot where your wisdom tooth was extracted) can lead to another location (your other teeth) to be sore. You’ll be sore for awhile and this is pretty normal after an extraction. Just give it time to heal and if it persists, schedule an appointment to see your dentist again. READ MORE
Awards
- Top Female Healthcare Professional 2021 Women in Medicine
Professional Memberships
- American Dental Association
- Academy of General Dentistry
- Illinois State Dental Society
- Chicago Dental Society
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- She has volunteered her time and skills to Give Kids a Smile and the Veterans Day clinics at the SIU School of Dental Medicine in Alton, Illinois
Treatments
- Treat patients of all ages
Professional Society Memberships
- American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry
What do you attribute your success to?
- Dr. Shanahan feels that her success is primarily attributable to her drive to always better herself.
Philanthropic Initiatives
- She has volunteered her time and skills to Give Kids a Smile and the Veterans Day clinics at the SIU School of Dental Medicine in Alton, Illinois
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Get to know Dentist Dr. Morgan M. Shanahan, who serves patients in East Peoria, Illinois.
A committed dentist, Dr. Shanahan serves the community of East Peoria, Illinois at Maple Shade Dental at Camp Crossing. With a friendly and empathetic personality, she genuinely cares about her patients.
Before focusing on their dental needs, she takes the time to foster relationships with her patients by getting to know them and being mindful of their needs and concerns. Additionally, her artistic eye enables her to help patients achieve their most esthetically pleasing smiles.
With a broad educational background, Dr. Shanahan graduated cum laude from the Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine with her Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry degree. She has volunteered her time and skills to Give Kids a Smile and the Veterans Day clinics at the SIU School of Dental Medicine in Alton, Illinois.
Staying informed on current dental technology, she is an active member of the Academy of General Dentistry, American Dental Association, Illinois State Dental Society, and the Chicago Dental Society.
Dentistry, also known as Dental and Oral Medicine, is a branch of medicine that consists of the study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders, and conditions of the oral cavity. Dentists diagnose and treat dental issues and help patients develop better oral hygiene regimens. They clean teeth, correct bite issues, perform surgeries and extractions, and perform other duties to ensure that the teeth and mouth are healthy.
Attributing her success to her drive to better herself always, Dr. Shanahan has been the recipient of the Top Female Healthcare Professional by Women in Medicine in 2021.
In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, video games, and art. Her favorite places to vacation are Scotland, Italy, and Ireland.
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