We enjoy helping our valued patients feel right at home when theyre at Dental Center of Jacksonville. If youre cold or uncomfortable in any way while sitting in the dental treatment chair, ask one of our team members to get you a blanket to wrap yourself up in. Youll feel comforted and nicely warm as your smiles health and beauty is improved.

Sometimes, patients can struggle with holding their head/jaw in one certain position for an extended period of time, especially if theyre undergoing a more complex procedure. Neck pillows can provide a comfy cushion in these instances and theyre nicely scented as well! If youd like to block out the sights our dental office and be at peace with your thoughts, dark, protective eyewear is also available upon request.

Sometimes, one of the main sources of anxiety for patients is that theyre not fully understanding the issues theyre experiencing with their oral health and what our Jacksonville team is doing to correct them. We believe that you should know exactly what we know, and thats why we use advanced intraoral cameras to give you a personal tour of the inside of your mouth. With these high-resolution images, helping patients become full partners in their dental care journey has never been easier!

Are you or a family member experiencing a dental emergency that needs immediate attention? Contact Dental Center of Jacksonville right away for the immediate, supportive attention you need. We welcome walk-ins and will provide same-day treatment for much-needed relief. Our extended evening and weekend hours are also great news for even the busiest of schedules!

Dr. Antal Barbela graduated from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and has been practicing dentistry for the past 8 years. His treatment philosophy focuses on patient needs first. Listening to the patient and providing a conservative and exceptional quality approach to solving dental problems. Dr. Barbela also understands the human need to be cared for and comforted. He makes sure that his patients enjoy their experience at Dental Center of Jacksonville focusing on lowering dental anxiety and taking the time to make sure all patients have a gentle and anxiety free experience.

Starting at undergraduate studies at Georgia State University, through going to the same dental school at Nova Southeastern University, to both arriving and making Jacksonville their home town, Dr. Antal Barbela and Dr. Jignesh Patel have known each other for over 12 years, They have shared a common bond in there passion for dentistry and treating patients, as well as share the same treatment philosophy of a caring and conservative approach.

Dr. Barbela is always active and his curiosity about the world has led him on some great adventures across the globe. He enjoys a healthy active lifestyle and stays fit by running and working out and is a proud father of his Boston Terrier named Miles. His biggest passion is cooking, for which he has become quite famous amongst family and friends.

Sara has worked in dentistry since 2012, and she joined us in 2016. She loves helping patients to get the high quality dental care that they deserve, and she works hard to grow our dental practice every day. In addition to working hard to help patients with their oral health, Sara hopes to further her career in healthcare by becoming a pharmacist. Originally from Lawrence, Massachusetts, Sara has one daughter, Kylie. When shes not hard at work, Sara spends time with friends and family, binge watches her favorite shows on Netflix, goes shopping, and reads.

Originally from Cuba, Helin Cabada has been working in the dental field for more than 7 years and with Dr Patel for 6 years. She absolutely loves dentistry and enjoys helping and interacting with patient. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her daughter Ellie and her husband. If you ever need a helping hand or a smile to brighten your day just meet her at check in of Dental Center of Jacksonville.

Shweta is our hygienist. She always enjoys seeing her patients come in and has fostered many relationships. She earned her graduate degree from a prestigious dental college in Manipal, India; however, she finally found her calling as a hygienist and has been in practicing in Florida for the last eight years. Seeing patients and making them feel at ease, as well as being passionate about dental education and good oral hygiene has made our patients want to always come back for their regular checkups. Shweta is a vital part of our team here at Dental Center of Jacksonville.

I graduated from the Pacific Dental College in Udaipur, India in 2015. Upon arrival in the United States of America in 2016, I started working at Dental Center Of Jacksonville. I like educating patients about their Oral health, making sure they thoroughly understand details of the treatment, providing flexible payment options and making them feel as comfortable as possible getting their needful treatments done and establishing healthy dentition. I enjoy canvas arts and long beach walk to relax.