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Our team was built with a shared goal - to give patients their dream smile. Get to know us!
1022 Harrison Ave, Panama City
Call Us: (850) 763-8788
1022 Harrison Ave, Panama City
Call Us: (850) 763-8788
"The most rewarding part of my job is sharing in my patients' joy when they see their treatment results for the first time. It makes me happy when I remove braces and patients see their straight smiles and are so happy! Restoring implants for someone with missing teeth is very special to me, too. I find it exciting to watch the transformation during the process and see how proud patients feel when they smile again.
I love having a career that lets me work with people. I see dentistry as a way to help people improve their lives and how they feel about themselves. It also provides a way to give back to the community and leave the world a better place. I strive to positively impact everyone who walks through the doors, whether they go through treatment or not."
-Anishkumar T. Patel, DMD
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Anishkumar T. Patel, DMD
"The most rewarding part of my job is sharing in my patients' joy when they see their treatment results for the first time. It makes me happy when I remove braces and patients see their straight smiles and are so happy! Restoring implants for someone with missing teeth is very special to me, too. I find it exciting to watch the transformation during the process and see how proud patients feel when they smile again.
I love having a career that lets me work with people. I see dentistry as a way to help people improve their lives and how they feel about themselves. It also provides a way to give back to the community and leave the world a better place. I strive to positively impact everyone who walks through the doors, whether they go through treatment or not."
-Anishkumar T. Patel, DMD
Dr. Patel grew up in England. He moved with his family to Texas at the age of 13 and settled in Florida when he was 16. He has been here ever since. Dr. Patel completed his undergraduate degree in biology at the University of Central Florida in Orlando. He received his Doctorate of Medicine in Dentistry from NOVA Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale.
Shortly after graduation, Dr. Patel started a dental practice in Jacksonville, FL. He soon realized he did not want to raise children in such a big city. He and his wife toured all of Florida and discovered the Emerald Coast. They found this area to be perfect for their family. They relocated here in 2011, and Dr. Patel plans to finish out his career here.
Dr. Patel has been happily married to his wife, Kamini, for over 10 years. They have two beautiful daughters, Neeti and Sunehri, and a son, Vivaan. When he is not working, you might find him playing cricket and spending time with his family at the beach or in the Pier Park area. He also enjoys daddy-daughter dates with his girls, spending time outdoors, playing soccer, and visiting lots of bookstores.
Dr. Patel looks forward to meeting you personally and helping you discover the smile you have always wanted!
Experience
To offer comprehensive care in one location, Dr. Patel has completed specialized training in many aspects of dentistry he provides at Panama City Smiles, including Progressive Orthodontics, a three-year advanced training course in orthodontics, advanced training in implant dentistry, and hundreds of hours of continuing education courses for specific aspects of cosmetic, restorative, and other types of dentistry.
Education
Doctor of Dental Medicine
NOVA Southeastern University – Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Bachelor of Science in Biology
University of Central Florida – Orlando, Florida
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Zoey A. Barrett, DMD
Dr. Barrett completed an advanced education in general dentistry (AEGD) residency at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas.
Education
Doctor of Dental Medicine
University of Florida College of Dentistry – Gainesville, Florida
Undergraduate Studies
Vanderbilt University – Nashville, Tennessee
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Abraham Khalil, DMD