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Dr. Michelle L Thomas, a Sarasota County native and Pine View graduate, is a board certified pediatric dentist who prides herself in being a “Triple Gator” - having received her Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition, Doctorate of Dental Medicine, and Pediatric Specialty training all from the University of Florida. Dr. Thomas served as chief resident at the University of Florida and has received several awards both nationally and locally - including the Resident Recognition Award from the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the Todd Foege Leadership and Health Advocacy Award from the University of Florida. Her specialty training included time at the NCEF Pediatric Dental Center and Physicians Regional Medical Center in Naples, FL, Nicklaus Children's Hospital in Miami, FL, and at UF Shands in Gainesville, FL. Dr. Thomas has practiced pediatric dentistry in Jacksonville, Naples, and Panama City, FL and is so excited to finally be back home to serve the children of her community.
Dr. Thomas has always been passionate about community service. She has worked on countless service projects including creating a Girl Scout dental patch program, volunteering with Surfers for Autism, serving as a volunteer pediatric dentist at various events across Florida, and serving children internationally as a guest faculty member with the University of Florida Andros Mission Trip.
Dr. Thomas is proud to be a diplomate with the American Board of Pediatric Dentists and a member of the American and Florida Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and Dental Associations as well as the University of Florida PedoGators.
In her free time, Dr. Thomas loves to go to the beach, sail, paddleboard, try new restaurants and, of course, cheer on the Florida Gators.
Dr. Robbie F Harrell is originally from Yuma, Arizona. He received his Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Chemistry from Northern Arizona University and a Masters in Education from Arizona State University. Dr. Robbie completed his Doctorate of Dental Medicine at Midwestern and graduated with honors. He then went on to complete his pediatric dentistry residency and training at Yale School of Medicine and the Yale New Haven Hospital System.
During his time working in dentistry, Dr. Robbie has worked with a wide variety of patients including those who are medically compromised or have special needs. Dr. Robbie has a passion for working with patients with special needs and completed his Masters in Education with an emphasis in autism spectrum disorders. Dr. Robbie strives to provide the best care to all patients through compassion, empathy and education.
Although he was raised in Arizona, Florida has always been Dr. Robbie’s second home. His parents were born and raised in Gainesville Florida and Dr. Robbie lived in New Smyrna Beach until the age of 4 before making the move out west. He is excited to be back in Florida and to call Southwest Florida home. Dr. Robbie enjoys playing guitar, sports, working out, and spending time outdoors, especially at the beach.
Dr. Robbie F Harrell, DMD
Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Michelle L Thomas, DMD
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not all pediatric dentists are board certified!
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What does it take to become board certified?
Completion of an accredited Pediatric Dental Residency
Becoming Board Certified shows our commitment to lifelong learning, our dedication to providing the highest quality patient care, and that we have the required specialized knowledge and skills.
Passing a 4 hour, 240 question written qualifying exam that is only offered once per year
Passing a 2 hour, oral clinical exam that is offered in North Carolina once per year
Completion of annual pediatric dentistry-focused continued education requirements