Dr. Dale Batten was born in Michigan; however he has lived in central Florida since 1960. After graduating from the University of Florida in 1975 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, he received his doctorate from UF College of Dentistry in 1979. Dr. Batten has also completed a number of post-doctoral studies at various dental schools and universities including two, two year fellowships in comprehensive dentistry. Additionally he has fulfilled the requirements and was designated a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry in 1992 and a Master in 1996. He is a member of the American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, Florida Dental Association (past HOD representative), Central Florida District Dental Association (past representative to the executive board), Volusia-Flagler Dental Association (past president), West Volusia Dental Study Group (past president) and a member and Officer of the Woehler Research Group, Inc. (the oldest continuously registered dental study club in the United States), Halifax Implant Study Group and the Academy of Alumni and Friends University of Florida (past board member). Dr. Batten presently is licensed to practice dentistry in the states of Florida and Montana. In the year 2004, he was selected by the consumer research council as one of Americas Top Dentists.

Dr. Batten is also very involved in the DeLand community. He has served on the boards of many organizations including the DeLand Rotary Club (Paul Harris Fellow), American Cancer Society, PAL, DeLand Museum of Art, and the YMCA. He is also a member of the New Covent Baptist Church, Lake Beresford Yacht Club, DeLand Quarterback Club, Safari Club International (life member), RMEF, NWTF, NRA, Psi Omega Fraternity, and NRCC (national leadership award) and has been selected to Whos Who in Central Florida. He also presently serves on the Board of the Good Samaritan Clinic.

Dr. Batten, along with his wife Susie have three sons-David After graduating from University of Florida in Gainesville with a degree in Architecture. He has decided to continue his education at UCF with a Masters in Mechanical Engineering. Justin, whom is married with 3 children; a son, A.J. and daughters Lilli and Gifty, whom all reside in St. Louis, MO. Chris who is a Captain and a fighter pilot in the USMC, presently assigned to the Marine Fighter Squadron 401 also known as the Snipers. He is married to Mary Bradlee and they enjoy their time living in Yuma with their daughter Adeline and their other children Lola and Duke.

Dr. Batten has been in private practice in DeLand since January of 1982. Before that, he worked with a dental group in Daytona for two and a half years after graduating from UF College of Dentistry. In Dr. Battens spare time he enjoys travel, photography, hunting and fishing.

Dr. Manzoli also graduated from the University of Florida College of Dentistry before establishing his own dental practice in Citrus County, FL. Dr. Manzoli has been an active member, and Past President, of the Rotary Club for many years. He has served as a delegate to the Florida Dental Association, and is a current member of the American Dental Association, Florida Dental Association, Greater Orlando Dental Society, Central Florida District Dental Association, and the West Volusia Dental Study Club.

Thirty years later, he and his wife Lynn, decided to move to Central Florida to be closer to family, and is very pleased to be joining Dr. Battens practice since their practice philosophies are so closely aligned. Dr. Manzoli is originally from Yonkers, New York but grew up in Clearwater, Florida. He and his wife have two grown sons and 4 grandchildren and have really enjoyed living here in DeLand. Dr. Manzolis warmth and sense of humor are a bonus to his expertise and dedication to excellence in care in all aspects of general, cosmetic and implant restorative dentistry.

Our staff is composed of highly trained individuals with years of experience in the dental field. We feel confident that you will feel comfortable in having the best service available at our practice. Our staff attends regular continuing education courses to be able to offer our patients the most advanced technology available today. Dr. Batten and his staff have also given back to the community by volunteering their time at the local dental clinic.

I was born in Buffalo, New York and moved to DeLeon Springs, Florida in 1981. I attended DBCC and graduated from the Dental Assisting Program in 1988 and became a Certified Dental Assistant. Dr. Batten hired me after graduating in June of 1988. I have been here ever since.

On a personal level, I am married to my wonderful husband Chris. We have two awesome children, Nick and Noah. In my spare time, I enjoy spending quality time with my family and friends, camping and boating.

While attending college I worked at a dental office in DeLand, Florida as a business associate. After 3 months working in the dental office I decided I wanted to be a Dental Assistant. More Hands On! That is when I furthered my education by attending the University of Florida. Where I received my certification for Expanded Functions Duties and Dental Radiology.

I am married to my husband Jason Harcus. We are both identical twins. We have two children, Averi and Andon. We have a small farm that we enjoy as a hobby. Jason and I spend most of our time with our children coaching their softball and baseball teams.

I was born in Daytona Beach, Florida and raised in Deland. I graduated from Deland High School. In 1995. After graduating I attend DBCC and obtained my A.S. Degree in Dental Assisting and became a Certified Dental Assistant in 1997

I started at Dr. Battens office in January 2003 as a Certified Dental Assistant. After a year I began working with Suzy at the front office (scheduling, answering phone and insurance). I am now working part time, so I can spend more time with my 2 boys.

I am a Certified Dental Assistant with expanded functions. I graduated from Daytona State College in 2003. I really enjoy working with Dr. Batten. The differences we make in the lives of our patients is the reason we do what we do. Being able to make someone smile is the greatest reward.

I was born in Dallas, TX, but spent most of my childhood on a 72 acre farm in Lewisburg, TN just out of Nashville. As an adult I have lived in Oklahoma, New Jersey and this is my second time living in Florida where I plan to stay. I graduated from the Brevard Dental Hygiene Program in 1996.

I have had the pleasure of working in both general dentistry and several years in a specialty periodontal office. I find my work most rewarding when I can use my periodontal experience to help my patients get amazing results and maintain a long lasting smile.

Dental Hygiene was a great career choice for me since I genuinely care for my patients and treat each one as if they were my relative. I am always looking for ways to help my patients by paying close attention to every detail involved in their oral cavity, so that each and everyone gets the most thorough care. I have continued my studies to include becoming certified in the administration of local anesthesia at the University of Florida, to again better serve my patients and their comfort levels.

I am married with two little girls to keep me busy. I also have an interesting combination of pets. They include a German shorthair bird dog, a parrot and a cat. I am a down to earth southern girl who loves anything outdoors. I enjoy many hobbies such as oil painting, weaving cane to restore antique chair seats and Zumba.

I was born in DeLand, Florida and raised in DeBary, Florida. I started my dental career in 1999 in Mount Dora. I was trained on the job until attending the University of Florida to obtain my certifications for Expanded Functions Duties and Dental Radiology. I love being in the world of dentistry and helping patients receive the smile they have always wanted.

I was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota and have lived in central Florida since the age of five. After graduating high school I got my A.A. Degree in general studies. I took some time off from school to live in Minnesota and help my grandparents for six months. When I returned to Florida, I entered the Daytona State College Dental Hygiene Program and graduated in May 2015. My class was the second from the program to graduate with the local anesthetic license. I have been working full time as a Dental Hygienist since September 2015 and am excited to be joining Dr. Battens office this May. I appreciate taking continuing education classes so that I can better serve my patients. In addition, I enjoy sharing what I have learned with my patients as I get to know them.