Florida Smiles Dental

Florida Smiles Dental - General dentist in Pompano Beach, FL
2211 NE 36th St #201, Lighthouse Point, FL 33064
Open
Closes at 6:00pm
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Monday8:00am - 6:00pm
Tuesday8:00am - 6:00pm
Wednesday8:00am - 6:00pm
Thursday8:00am - 6:00pm
Friday8:00am - 6:00pm
SaturdayClosed
Florida Smiles Dental - General dentist in Pompano Beach, FL

Our doctors and the members of our team are dedicated to serving our community with advanced treatments and comprehensive education. We believe that professional dentistry should not just enhance your smile, it should also improve your overall well-being. Recent studies have shown an intrinsic relationship between your oral, bodily, and mental health.

Florida Smiles Dental - General dentist in Pompano Beach, FL

Dr. Scerbo is a member of many professional organizations, including the American Dental Association, the Florida Dental Association, the South Florida District Dental Association, and the Academy of General Dentistry. He truly enjoys being a Fort Lauderdale dentist and Lighthouse Point dentist because he loves working with a great dental team, building lasting relationships with his patients, and improving the overall quality of life for his patients through dental care.

Dr. Scerbo has parents, a sister, and extended family who all reside in New Jersey. He is the loving godfather to two wonderful boys. For fun, Dr. Scerbo enjoys a good football game and racing gas-powered RC cars.

Florida Smiles Dental - General dentist in Pompano Beach, FL

After he graduated from Hermitage High School, he attended the University of Richmond, Virginia and researched how to repair damaged DNA in bacteria with visible wavelengths of light. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry.

Dr. Fox took graduate courses in histology (the study of cells), embryology (the study how cells form and how they go on to make organs and other tissues) and many other courses. It was during this time when he discovered aspirin and acetaminophen can cause birth defects if taken while pregnant.

Dr. Fox entered dental school, achieved numerous awards and graduated #1 out of a class of 115. He received The American Cancer Society Award for the highest scores on pathology examinations over a two year period. He received the Southeastern Board of Prosthodontists Award for outstanding achievements, contributions and performance in prosthodontics (false teeth). He was recognized for his research with Dr. Robert Campbell, Oral Surgeon, of patients who experienced numbness in their lower lip and chin after jaw surgery, wisdom teeth extractions and broken jaws. For this he was awarded The American Dental Society of Anesthesiology Award.

Dr. Fox then attended the University of Tennessee and completed a residency in Orthodontics (dental braces). In his research, Dr. Fox discovered birth defects resulted from normal dosages of aspirin or acetaminophen taken during pregnancy. While there, he completed one of the lengthiest Master of Science degree thesis written in the history of the university. His animal studies followed FDA birth defect protocol, so caution must be given with use of these two drugs during pregnancy.

In addition to FDA protocol, Dr. Fox used radiographs to look for birth defects to set an example for future birth defect research. He also suggested that his method along with MRI, CT scans and other diagnostic tools would in the future replace the aged techniques used by the FDA.

Dr. Fox was also awarded the Chairmans Research Award in Orthodontics and the Woodrow Powell Research Award for recognition of an original research investigation, which had produced unique and significant knowledge for the specialty of Orthodontics.

The American Association of Orthodontists awarded him the American Association of Orthodontists Harry Sicher Award for the most meritorious first research in the United States and Canada. His research was then presented at the annual meeting of The American Association of Orthodontists in New Orleans and at the annual meeting of The Growth Symposium at the University of Michigan.

Also, at The University of Tennessee, Dr. Fox was told it could not be done that a permanent retainer wire could be light cured to the back of the six front teeth. That challenged him and within six months was light cured the first in the world and the article was published in the Journal of Clinical Orthodontics. There is a newer wire on the market now that Dr. Fox exclusively uses that is made of white gold and does not tarnish and is super thin.

Dr. Fox has a Master of Science degree in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics (Braces at age 7 complex cases). This encompasses dental braces that straighten the teeth and jaws and the ability to change the shape, length and width of the jaws of the face. This is done as early as age seven with non-surgical methods or in the teenage and adult years with non-surgical and surgical methods.

Dr. Fox went into private practice where he has written more than 480 articles in dentistry that help administrative staff, assistants and patients plus manuals for different job positions in Dentistry. He has produced more than 120 educational videos.

Dr. Fox was one of five Orthodontists in the world selected to beta test all the newest glues used to glue braces onto teeth that get hard when a blue light is used to shine on the glue. He tested the glue for months before the glues were allowed to be used by other Orthodontists and is now the #1 type of glue used in the world by Orthodontists.

Dr. Fox is able to stop thumb sucking in children and adults within one week without the use of any appliances in the mouth. More than a hundred children have been stopped by him with ninety-five percent kicking their habit the first night. A book is in the works on this simple to use technique that people will be able to use in their own home. Theres an estimated five million thumb suckers in the United States at any given time.

Dr. Fox has completed and test marketed a diet book called Diet of the Future. It is the first diet in history that allows women to lose five pounds per week, more than the usual two to two and half pounds per week women have experienced in the past. He has help getting his book to market from the same people who helped the authors of Chicken Soup of the Soul and the author of Rich Dad Poor Dad. He has been on radio shows nationwide talking about his book. There is more testing before the book is to be released. A second book may come out first titled 97 Reasons Why Your Last Diet Failed and a third book written for first and second graders is in the work to be used in all of the schools nationwide titled Fat Children Become Fat Adults. It is estimated over 50 million children in the United States or now 50 pounds or more overweight.

He recently completed research on how to tolerate extreme heat with the use of salt and potassium. He has identified four new stages of heat exhaustion. This will help people who work or play sports in extreme heat to recognize early stages of heat exhaustion much sooner than presented previously. Dr. Fox also developed methods to repair the early stages. His primary focus is now on race car drivers, their pit crews and football players.

He has contributed large donations to the Clearwater Aquarium in Clearwater, Florida, to help with research and the salvage of stranded and hurt marine wildlife, particularly sea turtles, dolphins and otters. He has also contributed to the Humane Society. He is pushing for a national society of animal rights legal representation for dogs left on leashes in the sun to stop heat exhaustion and new legislature in the United States to stop euthanasia of dogs that bite people (many states euthanize even for simple bites).

In his spare time, Dr. Fox goes to NASCAR races, football, basketball and baseball games. He has even donated tickets on the finish line of races to Hendricks Motorsports that in turn were given to children with Leukemia and other health problems so that may enjoy the races. Many times he gave his personal seats to these children. Yes, he is an avid Jeff Gordon fan way before Jeff Gordon was popular.

Dr. Fox will continue to help others achieve their best. He knows that if he does this, it will make him a better person and doctor. South Florida should be proud to have him as part of their community.

Florida Smiles Dental - General dentist in Pompano Beach, FL

Dr. Max first decided he wanted to work in healthcare after an accident as a teenager. He was struck by a baseball which stopped his heart, and that near-death experience gave him a new appreciation for life and a new interest in contributing to the betterment of others. From there he found dentistry upon the realization that the field combines his passions for the arts and sciences in a meaningful way. Now Dr. Max enjoys both the mental aspect of problem-solving as well as the physical aspect of producing aesthetic outcomes, and he believes the lasting relationships and ability to interact with people every day ties everything together.

Dr. Max believes in treating patients like family and is committed to performing conservative quality care. He is confident in all aspects of general dentistry, but especially enjoys the artistry that is involved with most cosmetic cases. In his free time, Dr. Max enjoys being outdoors and staying active. Since moving to Florida he has been doing a lot more fishing and playing tennis!

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Rating 4.9 out of 5 based on 308 reviews

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Ginny Varella
a year ago
Florida smiles Dental in Lighthouse Point has a terrific staff. Janette the Office Manager is there and greets everyone with a friendly smile and helps you with whatever you need. Marianna the hygienist is very professional and she cleaned my teeth and it was the best cleaning I have had. Diana is the Dental assistant she is amazing and very gentle when she works which is very. Important. She is very knowledgeable and does a great job. Dr. Mark Behar is my dentist and he does excellent work. He cares about your teeth and thinks about preventing major problems by catching them early and fixing them before you have bigger problems. This office is very clean and makes you feel very comfortable while having work done on your teeth. I know anyone who comes to Florida Smiles Dental in Lighthouse Point will never go anywhere else to have their teeth down. They are excellent .


Valerie Vollrath
a year ago
Professional courteous staff Great job I would recommend this dental office to all


Gloria Ramirez
a year ago
(Translated by Google) I love the patience and how professional the doctor and his staff are! My rating for the doctor, his assistant and manager is 5 stars (Original) Me encanta la paciencia y lo profesional que es el doctor y su staff! Mi calificacion para el doctor, su asistente y manager es 5 estrellas


Helen Coleman
a year ago
Honestly the best experience with a dentist! Everyone in the office is friendly and helpful. I travel from west palm just to come to them. Love this office so much. 10/10 would definitely recommend


Monique Masch
a year ago
Great staff! Always a pleasure going to Florida Smiles!


Robert Gray
a year ago
Florida Smiles Dental has friendly staff, excellent doctors and a clean facility. Going to the dentist may never be "fun", but my experience at Florida Smiles Dental makes me, well...smile!


aliwongie
a year ago
Let's start my saying that I've never been the person that remotely likes going to the Dentist and therefore it's not a great experience for the practitioners either - sorry! That said, The Team at Florida Smiles Dental has legitimately changed my perspective and that is no easy task. The office and culture is warm, welcoming and Happy and it flows through to every member of the team which has allowed me to release my grip of the chair, relax and actually laugh. Dr. Behar is disarming and completely understands the fear patients attach to having dental care. This office is a 10/10 and happily referring to friends and anyone that begrudgingly goes to the dentist - they will make you leave smiling!!


Kakemakker
a year ago
Always courteous, friendly and helpful. Would recommend to anyone looking for a great dentist


Dread Naught
2 years ago
Fantastic staff and very short wait times. The only issue was finding Florida Smiles Dental which was on the second floor. So just remember that if it's your first time or if you are differently abled and must use the elevator which is available. I don't know how fast the elevator is so the stairs are your best bet in a hurry. Front desk, hygienists and doctors are all friendly and all of the rooms are clean. Don't forget to floss!


Shawn 1970
2 years ago
Excellent experience. Staff was superb and professional and provided advice on what to expect along this journey of having a nice smile thank you Florida Dental Smile


EJ Broussard
2 years ago
New patient experience was amazing! I was in and out in now time. Entire staff was incredibly nice. Office is really inviting. Thx guys!


Angel Christophe
2 years ago
I have been a patient here for some time and I can't say enough great things. The team is brilliant and do an amazing job. This is also the kindest team. They truly want the best for you and put the patients first. I always feel so comfortable here and I always recommend this office to my family and friends!


Derek Hulett
2 years ago
Fast, friendly, and skilled. Can't go wrong here.


ellen czipo
2 years ago
Very competent and knowledgeable staff


Rhonnie Robins-Smith
2 years ago
Opps eating carmel one of my crowns came off. Called & was in the office within an hour! Ready for vacation. Thank You Florida Smiles


Claude Eastwood
2 years ago
Amazing staff! Very professional and do an awesome job. Highly recommend.


Mike Donnelly
2 years ago
Janette was very friendly. Debra took her time, I didn't feel rushed and did a great job cleaning my teeth. Doctor Max was very informative on how he would like to proceed with my dental care. He offered several options. I highly recommend this Dental Office.


Joseph Phan
2 years ago
My girlfriend and I stopped by this dentist office and was very impressed by the employees. Everyone was friendly and it was very clean. Definitely will be switching over!


JaVontae Knowles
2 years ago
It was great they took their time and walked me Through everything I need to know


Jeff Eldon
2 years ago
Very personable and a pleasure to speak with everyone who works there. I would recommend to anyone who and especially those who don't like going to the dentist like myself.


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