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Meet Dr. Barnett

Florida’s Center for Dental Excellence

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Fun Facts

Education
  • Nova Southeastern University — Certificate in Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics, Master of Science in Dentistry
  • Kings County Hospital — General Practice Residency
  • University of Pittsburgh — Doctor of Dental Medicine
  • University of Florida — BS in Nutrition
Professional Affiliations
  • American Association of Orthodontists
  • Florida Association of Orthodontists
  • American Dental Association
  • Florida Dental Association
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Dr. Elyssa Barnett DMD

Orthodontist

Dr. Elyssa is thrilled to be a part of the Busciglio Smiles team and looks forward to meeting you and your family at your next appointment. and raised in Tampa, Dr. Elyssa is proud to serve the community in which she grew up. After completing her undergraduate degree from the University of Florida, she attended the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine where she graduated at the top of her class.

Dr. Elyssa then continued her education at Kings County Hospital in Brooklyn, New York, where she completed a General Practice Residency and practiced as a general dentist for several years. She then continued her education at Nova Southeastern University where she received her certificate in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics and a Master of Science (MS) in dentistry.

Dr. Elyssa is recognized as a board-certified orthodontist. This means she has voluntarily completed extensive continuing education to demonstrate that she has the knowledge base and skill to treat patients to the highest standard. Dr. Elyssa is truly committed to helping her patients receive the smile of their dreams.

When she is not at the office, Dr. Elyssa loves traveling and trying new restaurants, boating, scuba diving, and spending time with her family and friends.

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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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Wednesday 8:00am – 5:00pm
Thursday 8:00am – 5:00pm
Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm
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