Dr. Bridges was raised in the Valrico and Brandon areas since 1987. She graduated from Bloomingdale Senior High School and has continued to call Valrico home since graduating from The University of Florida College of Dentistry.
Dr. Bridges has prepared herself for the opportunity to acquire and build a practice in her hometown so that she can provide best-in-class service and technology to her own community. Dr. Bridges is honored to practice dentistry and raise 5 children with her husband, Brad, in this amazing community!
At Bridges Dental, Dr. Bridges utilizes the latest technology to make the patient experience as comfortable and efficient as possible. She is one of the few local dentists who uses the latest technology from Milestone Scientific called The Wand.
The Wand can do both bi-lateral mandibular (lower jaw) treatments in one visit and allows smile-line assessment at time of treatment, eliminating the unnecessary return visit. It also allows the patient to return to work or school without a numb face.
The Wand is cutting- edge technology that Dr. Bridges uses to provide local anesthesia for the patient. The Wand is significantly more comfortable than the harpoon syringe as it reduces the pain and anxiety for the patient and can eliminate collateral numbness.
Dr. Laura Bridges received her undergraduate degree in Management Information Systems from Florida State University. After working in the computer technology field, she decided to follow her passion and continue her education at The University of South Florida to pursue a career in dentistry. After graduating from USF with a degree in Biomedical Science, Dr. Bridges attended The University of Florida and received her DMD degree from the College of Dentistry. Throughout her time in dental school, she served as class president for three years and was awarded the Delta Dental Senior Leadership Award. Dr. Bridges has worked in both corporate dentistry and private practice environments. Dr. Bridges has the diverse experience to treat her patients dental needs and is honored to practice in the community in which she was raised.
Prior to joining Bridges Dental, Dr. Dau had been working in the St. Petersburg area for the past seven years. Her family recently moved to Fishhawk, and is excited to serve her hometown community. When she isnt practicing dentistry, Dr. Dau can usually be found chasing around her two toddlers, biking down the Riverwalk, or watching The Great British Baking Show.
Dr. Dau received her undergraduate degree in Biology at the University of Notre Dame. She then headed to the West Coast to complete her Doctorate in Dental Science at the University of California in San Francisco. After a long stint away, she returned home for a residency at the University of Florida.
Dr. Bridges is honored to be able to practice in her hometown so that she can provide best-in-class service and technology to her own community. Dr. Bridges is fortunate to practice dentistry and raise 5 children with her husband, Brad, in this amazing community!
Dr. Bridges received her undergraduate degree in Management Information Systems from Florida State University. After working in the computer technology field, she decided to follow her passion and continue her education at The University of South Florida to pursue a career in dentistry. After graduating from USF with a degree in Biomedical Science, Dr. Bridges attended The University of Florida and received her DMD degree from the College of Dentistry. Throughout her time in dental school, she served as class president for three years and was awarded the Delta Dental Senior Leadership Award. Dr. Bridges has worked in both corporate dentistry and private practice environments. Dr. Bridges has the diverse experience to treat her patients dental needs and is honored to practice in the community in which she was raised.
Carmen has more than 10 years of experience as a dental assistant. She was born in Fairbanks, Alaska and raised in Orlando. In her free time, she loves cooking with her family, and Carmen is an amazing scrapbook and craft creator!
Carmen graduated dental assisting school in 2011 and has worked with Dr. Bridges since 2012. She is currently working on her bachelors degree at USF and researching dental schools for after she completes her degree. We already have an office reserved for the future Dr. Carmen Santiago!
Jessica has over 14 years of experience as a dental assistant. She was born and raised in Bradenton, FL and is one of four sisters. Jessica has been Dr. Bridges assistant since 2009 and is an amazing chairside team member. Jessica makes beautiful temporary crowns and veneers for our patients and is extremely knowledgeable on dental products and chairside restoration techniques. Jessica loves the beach and during her free time enjoys spending time with her son and her dog, Roxy.
Kenzie was born in Brandon, Florida, loves the beach and traveling with her sister to locations all over the state. During her free time, Kenzie enjoys exercising and spending time with her husband and four rescue dogs. Kenzie and her husband are excited to be expecting a baby in August of 2021!
Kenzie has over 9 years of experience as a dental professional and has been working with Dr. Bridges since 2018. She is multi-talented as she has worked as both an assistant and administrative team member. At Bridges Dental, she is one of the smiling faces that greets patients upon their arrival and sits along side her older sister, Jessica!
Kelli has over 20 years of experience as a dental professional and has worked with Dr. Bridges since 2016 as both an assistant and administrative team member. Born and raised in the Tampa Bay area Kelli is a dental insurance expert and works closely with patients to assist in the treatment planning process.
Jessica has more than 9 years of experience as a dental professional and has been working with Dr. Bridges since 2018. She is one of the smiling faces that greets patients upon their arrival at Bridges Dental and sits along side her sister, Kenzie! She is a true Floridian having spent all her life in Florida.
Our 5,000 sq ft office has been called the palace on the pond by our patients. Our office features state-of-the-art dental equipment with all the latest technology designed to optimize the patient experience.
