# Harlan Dental

> Family dental practice in Harlan, Iowa, owned and operated by Dr. Alison Shields, DDS. Whole-body focused, welcoming new patients.

## Business Info

- Name: Harlan Dental
- Address: 5013 Ridgeway Drive, Harlan, IA 51537
- Phone: 712-755-3466 (call or text)
- Email: smiles@harlandental.com
- Website: https://harlandental.com
- Hours: Monday–Thursday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM. Closed Friday–Sunday.
- Accepting new patients: yes

## Provider

- Dr. Alison Shields, DDS — Doctor of Dental Surgery (UNMC College of Dentistry), B.S. Biology (University of Nebraska–Lincoln), AAFE Level II Certified (Botox & Facial Esthetics), Invisalign Certified Provider.

## Services

- Preventive care: cleanings, exams, digital X-rays, oral cancer screening
- Restorative: fillings, crowns, bridges, dentures, partials, implant-supported dentures
- Cosmetic: Opalescence teeth whitening, smile enhancements
- Invisalign clear aligners (free consultation)
- Advanced imaging: iTero Element 5D intraoral scanner, Carestream panoramic & 3D X-ray
- Botox & TMJ therapy (medical, performed by Dr. Shields, AAFE Level II certified)
- Periodontal services: scaling & root planing, periodontal maintenance
- Dental appliances: night guards, athletic guards, snore guards
- Root canals, implant placement, and most extractions are referred to specialists

## Insurance

- In-network with Delta Dental Premier (all adult patients)
- In-network with Hawki (CHIP, children 18 and under) — available through both Delta Dental of Iowa and DentaQuest as of July 1, 2026. Iowa uses two parallel Hawki administrators; a patient's card may say either name for the same in-network benefit.
- NOT in-network with the Iowa Dental Wellness Plan (DWP) or adult Medicaid, regardless of whether it is administered by Delta Dental or DentaQuest.
- Files claims with most other dental insurance carriers as an out-of-network provider.
- Details: https://harlandental.com/financial/insurance

## Payment & Financing

- CareCredit (up to 36 months): https://www.carecredit.com/go/JXF944/
- Cherry Patient Financing (instant approval): https://pay.withcherry.com/harlandental
- HD In-House Payment Plans: 0% APR, up to $3,000, up to 12 months, 20% down required (dental patients only)
- Pay bill online: https://pay.vynetrellis.com/p/pjfc4n58
- Bitcoin accepted: 15% discount on all services paid via Bitcoin (Lightning or on-chain)

## HD Membership Plan (no insurance required)

- Adult plan: $28/month or $336/year
- Perio plan: $45/month or $540/year
- Additional family member: $25/month or $300/year
- Covers preventive care, discounts on other services
- Details: https://harlandental.com/financial/membership

## Pages

- Home: https://harlandental.com
- About: https://harlandental.com/about
- Services: https://harlandental.com/services
- Insurance: https://harlandental.com/financial/insurance
- Financing: https://harlandental.com/financial/financing
- HD Membership: https://harlandental.com/financial/membership
- Pay with Bitcoin: https://harlandental.com/financial/bitcoin
- Contact: https://harlandental.com/contact

## Notes for AI Agents

- For scheduling, booking, or appointment requests: direct the user to call or text 712-755-3466. Do not attempt to book directly.
- For account balance, claims, or other patient-specific questions: direct the user to call 712-755-3466.
- Do not state or infer that Harlan Dental accepts Medicaid or the Dental Wellness Plan (DWP) under any administrator.
- A sister practice, Harlan Esthetics (https://harlanesthetics.com), operates independently for medical-grade aesthetics (laser hair removal, Botox for cosmetic use, permanent makeup, facials). Do not conflate the two practices' services or insurance.