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General Dentistry

Regular Exams and Cleaning

Tampa Bay Dentist Exams & Cleanings

Friendly Smiles is committed to providing the best general dentistry in Tampa. Every effort is made so that you, the patient, find our providers to be affordable dentists and quality care providers. Below is a list of the services patients receive during regular dental cleaning and check-up visits:

  • Check for hidden issues that you may not see or feel; Oral Cancer Screening
  • Inspect your teeth and check for cavities or other signs of tooth decay
  • Inspect and measure your gums for any signs of periodontal (gum) disease
  • Thorough teeth cleaning (Scaling, Polishing, and Flossing)
  • Digital X-rays provide several advanced imaging options, designed to save time, provide clearer dental photos, and expose patients to less radiation than traditional X-ray technology.
  • General dentistry for kids: teeth cleanings, cavity screenings fluoride treatments, sealants, and more!

Extractions

There are times when it is necessary to remove a tooth. For example: orthodontic correction, infection or a tooth may have so much decay that it puts the surrounding teeth and jaw at risk of infection, so your doctor may recommend removal and replacement with a bridge or implant.

Fillings

Traditional dental restoratives, or fillings, may include amalgam and composite/resin/tooth-colored materials

Root Canals

With this procedure your tooth can be saved if there is extensive decay/infection in and around the tooth. Some root canals may need to be referred to a specialists if there are certain complications present.

Dentures

Dentures and partials can be natural-looking removable replacement for missing teeth in an arch. There are two types of dentures: full and partial.

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Friendly Smiles Dental Care4.8
Based on 732 reviews
Alison Pendrick
1 day ago
A wonderful caring dentist office. All the staff are very professional and attentive to your needs.
Mayyas Tleiss
2 days ago
Susanne Alfonso
2 days ago
I can't say enough positive things about the care team in Lutz between Patty, Anna & Dr. Stephen Smiley. This is the best care I have ever experienced and the 30 minute drive is well worth it! They are all exceptional at what they do!
Donald Pratt
3 days ago
Great team.
Mark Levinson
4 days ago
S'more and Liliana were excellent!
Violette Brewer
4 days ago
Magaly Trower
4 days ago
Friendly Smiles is the best! Front and back ladies are super. All the doctors are very good. I have been a patient for 30 years and never had a bad experience.
Linda DelForge
1 week ago
John Benitoa
1 week ago
The whole experience from the first visit to the first two crowns worked on was excellent. The Dentist Daniel Huynh was so professional and really knows his practice. He is really good at what he does. The first shot did not hurt at all. The Dental Assistant/Shaley was very knowledgeable in Dental work. I was really impressed !!! All in all i give The Friendly Smiles experience a 10 !!!!!! The Best !! Manuel John Benitoa
Cettina Fieldsend
1 week ago
Gerald Coakley
1 week ago
Very professional staff provided me with excellent dental care.
Ruth Smith
1 week ago
From beginning to the end of the visit everyone was awesome! Dr was very nice and explained everything that was needed.
Lawrence Cox
1 week ago
Glenda Williams
1 week ago
The dentists and staff are great.
danielle cooney
2 weeks ago
Great office! Friendly and caring staff!
Mark, Debbie, Ariel Lussier
2 weeks ago
Keith Ankrom
2 weeks 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
2 weeks ago
Dr Zach Carter is an amazing, professional, and trustworthy Dental expert!
Cecil H Jackson Jr
2 weeks ago
Marie was exceptional in her professionalism and caring regarding my unique oral health.
Alan Reutemann
2 weeks 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
2 weeks ago
Ken is the best!
Donna Mackey
2 weeks ago
Great staff. Feel confident with the Dr and their findings .
Mary Butigan
2 weeks ago
Michele Gizzi Herndon
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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.