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Private Practice in Tampa, FL

About Friendly Smiles

A day in the life of the patients we serve can be chaotic. Trips to the soccer field, rides from the mall, or a last-minute work meeting can complicate the most carefully planned day. At Friendly Smiles, we know that all too often, it is your personal care that gets sacrificed when you run out of time in the day. Technology is making everything else in your life move more seamlessly, but what are technological advances doing to change your experience at the Dentist?

There’s Another Reason to Smile

At our private practice dentist office, we are proud to offer the conveniences of same day dentistry to our patients throughout the Tampa area. Advances in dental technology have reduced the time required for many of the dental procedures we offer. In many cases, procedures that used to require multiple visits to the office can be completed in a single appointment.

Same day dentistry doesn’t just apply to your scheduled appointments. Our devoted staff will work diligently to accommodate your same day procedure needs for any dental emergency that may present itself. While it is always best to call ahead, we understand the need to see a dentist can arise on a moment’s notice. That’s why if you need a walk-in procedure, you can expect a member of the Friendly Smiles team to accommodate your request and work to get you in front of a dentist. If you are in need of a same day dental procedure, contact one of our four Tampa area locations for more information on how we can best serve you!

The Friendly Smiles Philosophy

“We Cater to Cowards”

At Friendly Smiles, we utilize the latest oral sedation techniques to ensure your experience is as calm and relaxing as possible.

If you are looking for a dentist in Tampa, FL, look no further. At Friendly Smiles Dental Care, we are here to serve the dental needs of the public and will always attempt to do so with the highest standards in mind. This will be done through patient education, prevention, comprehensive diagnosis and individualized treatment planning. We will treat each and every patient with the same kindness and consideration that we would like to be treated.

Our friendly service will keep you coming back! The Friendly Smiles Dental Care team of dentists and staff are caring and knowledgeable and we make it convenient for you with early morning and evening hours available. If you’re looking for a reliable dentist in Tampa, FL, contact us today to learn more about how we can best serve you!

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What Our Patients Are Saying

Excellent
Friendly Smiles Dental Care4.8
Based on 718 reviews
Mark, Debbie, Ariel Lussier
15 hours ago
Keith Ankrom
3 days ago
Sam and Astrid were great! Very professional and thorough. They created a great atmosphere in a not so fun environment (Dental appointment not my favorite thing in life)! Dr. Carter was very pleasant and calming.
G Gibson
3 days ago
Dr Zach Carter is an amazing, professional, and trustworthy Dental expert!
Cecil H Jackson Jr
4 days ago
Marie was exceptional in her professionalism and caring regarding my unique oral health.
Alan Reutemann
4 days ago
The team that worked on me did a great job! Emily used a hand-held xray device that was the most comfortable xray experience ever. She then polished and flossed my teeth and that was also remarkably gentle - Thanks Emily! Patty then dig a deep cleaning that went great as always. Thanks team!
Liz Robinson
5 days ago
Ken is the best!
Donna Mackey
5 days ago
Great staff. Feel confident with the Dr and their findings .
Mary Butigan
6 days ago
Michele Gizzi Herndon
1 week ago
Always a delightful experience with professional staff from the front desk to the hygienist to the dental assistant and the dentist.
Dr. Arnett A. Rogiers
1 week ago
My dental hygienist (Diana) is AWESOME! She has been caring for and advising me for nearly 10 years, and her professionalism is only surpassed by her personal charm and demeanor. My "new" dentist (Dr. Gatlin) is smooth and thorough. For my first encounter with him, he immediately proved to be attentive, caring, and informative. I have a standing practice of visiting the Carrollwood office every six months to ensure I'm on top of "any" dental issues, and I can say that for the past 10 years, they have prevented me from undergoing "any" major dental issues. From the front desk team to the dental technicians, you can count on the Friendly Smiles Dental Care - Carrollwood office to be welcoming, clean, organized, and caring. Five stars is not an adequate measurement of the quality this office provides. As such, I have referred my wife, daughter, and granddaughter to their care.
Edgar Albino
1 week ago
awesome job Great professionalism as always
K Usherwood
2 weeks ago
Dennis Kline
2 weeks ago
Cindy Lynn
2 weeks ago
Laura Menendez
2 weeks ago
Phyllis Hoover
2 weeks ago
Heidi Hernandez
2 weeks ago
The staff is very friendly and professional. They’re usually good about running on schedule and you don’t typically have long wait times. I appreciate this!
Andy Damian Dominguez
2 weeks ago
Maureen Ramos
2 weeks ago
MIKE SALGADO
3 weeks ago
Dr Smiley handled it quick, appreciate getting me in
nadine pelham
3 weeks ago
D B
3 weeks ago
We've had a long relationship with Friendly Smiles. Can't say enough about the Drs and staff. Always felt comfortable with our excellent dental care.
Carol Hammond
3 weeks ago
Marie was superb. Very informative, on dental cleaning and whitening products. Friendly, great bedside manner. Look forward to my next cleaning.
Brandi Reifenstein
3 weeks ago
The Patriot
3 weeks ago