Dr. Edward S Mortellaro Jr is a Tampa native, graduating from the inaugural class of Leto High School, 1967. He received a Bachelors Degree in Chemistry from the University of South Florida in 1971 and a Master of Science in Biochemistry from Florida State University in 1974. At the University of Florida College of Dentistry he achieved his Doctorate of Dental Medicine in 1978, graduating with honors and was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon dental honor fraternity. After completing his residency and receiving a Certificate in Periodontology from the Boston University School of Graduate Dentistry, Dr. Mortellaro returned to Tampa to practice. Since 1981 he has practiced periodontics and oral implantology in Brandon.

Dr. Mortellaro has served as a member of the Florida State Board of Dental Examiners. He is a co-founder of the Hillsborough County Periodontal Cross Coverage Group and past president of the Hillsborough County Periodontal Association after which he became permanent treasurer and records officer. He has contributed to dental education as a clinical faculty memberat the Graduate Resident Surgery Clinic in the Department of Periodontics at the University ofFlorida,

In over 40 years of practicing periodontics and implant dentistry, Dr Mortellaro has remained at the forefront of dentistry through continued education and training in leading edge procedures and techniques. He is a member of the International Team for Implantology (ITI). The ITI is an international group dedicated to expanding the applicability and predictability of implant therapy, through basic science and clinical research.

Dr Mortellaro is the first periodontist in the Tampa Bay Area to receive training in the US and Italy in new ground breaking procedures in bone regeneration, and bone expansion techniques with simultaneous sinus re-location and implant placement. He is also the first periodontist in the Brandon area to preform Laser Periodontal Therapy.

Our dedicated and motivated staff has one primary goalyour utmost comfort! We feel its important that you understand the treatment that youll be receiving so that you can relax during the procedure. Our staff is eager to answer any questions regarding your dental care. Please feel free to share with us your needs and concerns.

Alexandra has been a Certified Expanded Functions Surgical Dental Assistant since 1995. Bringing almost two decades of surgical experience to our practice. She constantly strives to make the patients experience as positive as possible. Alexandra is well versed in all therapies we perform and able to answer patient questions and concerns. She is bilingual in English and Spanish.

Meghan is a Certified Registered Dental Hygienist and is the newest addition to our practice. She does whatever is necessary to make the patients treatment as pleasant as possible. Meghan is versed in all aspects of dentistry, and is able to address all patient questions and concerns.

Christina has been in the Dental Profession since 2009, with over 8 years of experience she oversees all of of our front office. Christina goes to any lenght to make our patient's feel comfortable and welcome. In addition to running our front office, answering patient questions, and helping patients in whatever manner possible, Christina is well versed in Insurance issues. She goes out of her way to help people manage any questions which may arise, and to maximize use of their insurance benefits to restore their oral health. Christina is bilingual in English and Spanish.

Whether your dental needs are a complete exam and cleaning, comprehensive periodontal therapy, or anything in between, we will provide you with exceptional care as we enhance the natural beauty of your smile. Below are just some of the many procedures and services we regularly provide to our patients with a gentle touch, and stunning results. Your health is our first priority, and your smile is our signature.

A periodontist is a dentist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of infections and diseases of the soft tissues of the mouth and the underlying jawbone which supports the teeth. A dentist must first graduate from an accredited dental school before undertaking an additional years of study within a periodontology residency training program, in order to qualify as a periodontist.

The primary focus of this residency training is on both surgical and non surgical management of periodontal disease, and the placement of dental implants. Additionally, he/she is trained to provide comprehensive interdisciplinary treatment in joint with other dental therapists. In other words 'a holistic approach' to oral health.

The periodontist is mainly concerned with preventing the onset of gum disease (periodontal disease), diagnosing conditions affecting the gums and jawbone, and treating gingivitis, periodontitis and bone loss. Periodontal disease is a progressive condition and the leading cause of tooth loss among adults in the developed world.

The periodontist is able to treat mild, moderate and advanced gum disease by first addressing the bacterial infection at the root of the problem, providing periodontal treatment, then providing information and education on good oral hygiene and the effective cleaning of the teeth.