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Meet Our Doctors

Florida’s Center for Dental Excellence

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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. Kristan Ingraham-McQueen DDS

Pediatric Dentist
Kristan Ingraham-McQueen is a board-certified pediatric dentist with more than 10 years of experience who is passionate about creating positive, comfortable dental experiences for children and families at Busciglio Smiles.
Meet Dr. Kristan
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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
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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!

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G W.
Clean office, amazing staff. Great pricing for braces and retainers.
Carmen B.
Always a great experience at Busciglio Smiles! Dr. Derek and his staff are amazing. They get you in and out quickly while still giving you a thorough visit! We have had 3 family members treated here and would highly recommend them!
Tricia C.
Always a friendly team and my kids don’t ever mind coming!
Tandra P.
The doctor and staff are professional and give excellent care.
Kevin E.
Timely, efficient, professional. Great communication.
Angel D.
Entire team was supportive and understanding. Glad I chose this place. I wish they would have told me in my first consultation a year ago I would need jaw surgery but other than that they are great to work with
Carol W.
Dr. Busciglio is very kind and very patient and explains things well. I certainly want to have him do my orthodontic work. I left his office feeling very good and very happy about him and his staff. Carol W.
Gladys M.
This is my 2nd visit. Wonderful experience. No waiting time.
Jill H.
My son loves this office! Dr Busciglio, all of the stsff he’s dealt with are great!
Simone G.
Staff were amazing and friendly. Absolutely 10/10!
Kayla D.
The staff is so pleasant and they get you in and out so you are not spending hours waiting
Brandy M.
They are amazing and they know how you work with children
Tifphani V.
The office is so efficient. We hardly ever have to wait. They’ve done a great job straightening my sons teeth with braces!
Sundays
Great experience every time I bring my kid. I don’t ever have to worry about my child being taken care of. Several generations of them knowing what they do. They have several locations.
Michelle J.
So grateful to have found such a caring Dr and office! 10/10!
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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
1704 S Alexander St
Plant city, Fl 33563
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
Wednesday 8:00am – 5:00pm
Thursday 8:00am – 5:00pm
Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm
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