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Our Practice

Florida’s Center for Dental Excellence

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What Makes Us Different

With over 50 years serving patients, we have a longstanding reputation in our communities. Smiles are all we do, making us Florida’s center for dental excellence.

Our doctors specialize in pediatric dentistry and orthodontics for all ages. we take our time to create custom treatment plans for each patient.

At Busciglio Smiles, we want every patient to leave with a smile on their face, and we are dedicated to making sure patients feel comfortable and safe during every step of their appointment. We can’t wait to meet you and help you achieve your smile goals!
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We Love Serving Smiles

To best serve you, we have four specialists — two orthodontists and two pediatric dentists — that are passionate about what they do.

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Dr. Derek Busciglio DMD

Orthodontist
I am a board-certified orthodontist, and I’ve been practicing for over 15 years. For me, being an orthodontist is absolutely a dream profession.
Meet dr. derek
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Dr. Elyssa Barnett DMD

Orthodontist
I am recognized as a board-certified orthodontist and am truly committed to helping my patients receive the smile of their dreams.
meet Dr. elyssa
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Dr. Lyda Lopez DDS

Pediatric Dentist
With a maternal approach, I involve parents and have empathy for the feelings they have when they entrust their children to me for treatment.
Meet dr. Lyda
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Dr. Hiba DDS

Pediatric Dentist
My goal is to be more than just a dentist—I want to be a trusted partner in your child’s health and happiness. From gentle cleanings to helpful guidance, I’m here to support your family every step of the way.
Meet dr. Hiba
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Dr. Monica Sanchez DDS

Pediatric Dentist
I absolutely love working with kids. I would say that not only do we make an impact on their lives, but they make an impact on ours, too.
meet dr. Monica
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Dr. David Leever DDS

Orthodontist
I find joy in mentoring and meaningful connections—because in orthodontics, it's the relationships that truly align.
Meet Dr. Leever
Our Team

Get To Know Us

Our personable and caring team ensures that your time in treatment is not only successful, but comfortable and enjoyable as well.
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Our technology

Advanced Care

Our approach to utilizing the latest technology is our commitment to you — to provide an experience that is personal, efficient, and empowers you to take an active role in your smile’s transformation.

iTero

iTero Digital Scans

The iTero scanner is all about patient comfort. It creates a digital impression that is much more accurate than a traditional putty mold impression.

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CBCT

Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) is a form of 3D imaging that goes above and beyond the detail provided by standard X-ray pictures.

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Digital Radiography

Digital radiography is a type of X-ray imaging where digital sensors are used instead of traditional photographic film, giving us more accurate scans.

Propel VPro

Propel VPro

Propel VPro works by stimulating the bone surrounding your teeth, helping the teeth to move faster and more predictably into their ideal positions.

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Check Out Our Space

Your comfort is important to us, and because we work with patients of all ages, we recognize that each person who visits our office has unique needs and expectations.

Designed to be modern, fun, and comfortable, our office includes some of the most advanced technology available. Our fun and experienced team is here to ensure you and your child love your visits with us!

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Careers

Join Our Team

Our team is growing! If you are a fun and passionate individual who cares about providing excellent patient care and working in a friendly environment, Busciglio Smiles is the place for you.

If you are interested in applying to our team or learning more about open positions, we would love to hear from you!

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Community Involvement

We Love Our Community

We love where we live, and we love making a difference in our local communities! After all, we raise our own families here too!

We also love seeing our community grow and thrive, which is why we maintain relationships and partnerships with local businesses, clubs, nonprofits, and more.

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Healthy Smile!

To get started today, simply request a pediatric dentistry appointment or free ortho consultation. We look forward to meeting you and your family soon!

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Experience
5-Star Care

We want to exceed your expectations and we love hearing success stories from our patients. With over 50 years in our community, we’ve seen generations of smiles!

Our goal is to maintain dental excellence for all patients and their families. Check out what others are saying about their 5-star experience with us!

Merry M.
Knowledgeable caring people
I highly recommend Busciglio orthodontics
Tricia C.
Everyone is always keeping us in the loop with how everything is going and what the next steps are.
Sheila B.
Everyone in the office was really nice. I was impressed by their efficiency. Not only were they able to schedule my son in, but his braces were put on the same day. My son is the youngest of four and all his older siblings had braces. In comparison, this was a much pleasant experience because I didn’t have to make multiple appointments and he didn’t have to go through wearing painful spacers weeks prior to getting his braces put on.
Claribel O.
The check in process is always efficient at Busciglio. Also, the assistants are always very willing to answer my questions about my son’s orthodontic treatment.
Leyla K.
I had an amazing Invisalign experience with Busciglio Smiles! From the very first consultation, the team was warm, welcoming, and incredibly knowledgeable. They walked me through every detail of the treatment and made me feel completely confident in my decision to choose Invisalign.

The results speak for themselves: my smile is beautifully straight, and I feel so much more confident. I’m truly grateful for the care and professionalism I received. If you’re thinking about Invisalign and want an office that genuinely cares about your comfort and outcome, I highly recommend Busciglio Smiles!
Paula L.
My daughter loves it, says that everyone treats her with love and care!!!!
Go A.
Great first visit for daughters Invisalign. They even saw her a second time same day to make her more comfortable with taking them in and out because she was nervous. Everyone was very kind.
Margaret D.
Everyone at this location is always kind and helpful.
Donna G.
I was seen on time and the staff was knowledgeable and friendly. Appreciated the high-tech approach to care.
Mary Ann P.
I was concerned as to whether or not I would be an eligible candidate for braces due to my having a couple of implants, a bridge and crowns. I was pleasantly surprised to learn that a problem tooth could be extracted on my lower jaw and my bite/dental alignment could be treated with the Invisalign.
Busciglio Smiles is and has always been a phenomenal orthodontic practice. The staff always go above and beyond to deliver quality dental services which ensures a clarity of understanding as to any procedure that is needing to be conducted. Patients are also treated like family which makes it a pleasant and comforting experience in every aspect.
Holly D.
Dr. Busciglio and staff are great! They get us in quickly with no wait.
Jessica T.
I've been taking my ain to the Fishhawk location for 6 years and always have an amazing experience! The whole team is great!
Barbara H.
Staff is always friendly and efficient. Thank you!
Duane G.
Excelente staff and service. Family friendly environment
Kenneth B.
This is the kind of service you don't find anymore. From scheduling my appointment on, I could not be happier with my journey. I was made to feel as if I was the most important person there. I had a consultation for invisalign. I absolutely choose to do business here. Not only because of the stellar treatment, they are also priced very well. I enthusiastically recommend busciglio smiles!

Our goal is to maintain dental excellence for all patients and their families. Check out what others are saying about their 5-star experience with us!

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We’d Love to Meet You

With two specialties and four convenient locations, we are Florida’s center for dental excellence. Want to learn more? We would love to meet you and your family.

Plant City

623 E. Alexander St.
Plant City, FL 33566

FishHawk (Lithia)

16141 Fishhawk Blvd.
Lithia, FL 33547

Brandon

515 Corner Dr.
Brandon, FL 33511

Apollo Beach

6418 N. U.S. Hwy 41
Apollo Beach, FL 33572

Apollo Beach

Brandon, FL

FishHawk (Lithia)
Plant City

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Tuesday 9:00am – 6:00pm
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Thursday 8:00am – 5:00pm
Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm
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