Dr. Lisa M. LaPresti is a pediatric dentist in Wesley Chapel, FL serving infants children, teens and patients with special healthcare needs. The office also serves the surrounding cities of New Tampa, Lutz and Land O' Lakes, FL
Wendy has been an EFDA since 1991, graduating from Pasco Hernando State College. She is also certified by the Tampa Bay Pediatric Dental Association in Pediatrics and Orthodontics. She has worked as a dental assistant in Pediatric, Orthodontic and General Dentistry.
As a child, Tenille always enjoyed going to the dentist which eventually led her down the career path of an EFDA. Tenille graduated from Pasco Hernanado State College where she earned her Expanded Functions Dental Assistant certificate in 2004, and has been working in pediatric dentistry ever since. 'I take great pride in helping my patients overcome their fears and to show them that going to the dentist can be a pleasant experience.'
Working with Dr. LaPresti is what Tenille considers to be the best part of her job. 'Dr. LaPresti has a very gentle, nurturing approach with the children, that really helps them to feel comfortable.' Tenille has been Dr. LaPresti 's operative assistant since 2006.
Arianne graduated with honors from the Dental Assisting program at Central Florida Institute in 2002 with an EFDA certification. She has many years of experience in both adult General Dentistry and Pediatric Dentistry.
Tiana is a friendly, educated Dental Assistant who loves kids. After graduating from Ultimate Medical Academy in 2015, she spent 2 and half years working in General Dentistry. She joined Sea of Smiles in 2018 for a change in her career path.
Angelica is from Bogota, Colombia and has been living in the United States since 2000. She attended Hillsborough Community College and graduated with honors with her Associate Degree. She also attended and graduated from Pinellas Technical College in 2016 as an Expanded Function Dental Assistant. Angelica spent two years working in oral surgery and periodontics. She loves working with children and strives to make every patient comfortable while making sure they receive quality service and attention. She joined Sea of Smiles in April 2019. Angelica loves spending time outdoors, traveling and playing tennis. In her free time, she enjoys spending quality time with her lovely husband Sergio and her two wonderful children, Paris and Luciano.
Andrea graduated from Concorde Career College in 2015 with an EFDA certification. She has been working with Dr. LaPresti since September 2016. She enjoys spending time with her family, horseback riding and going on the boat in her free time.
Dr. Hector Vila received his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in 1989 and completed a 3-year residency in Anesthesia at the University of South Florida, where he received 12 months of advanced training in Pediatric Anesthesia. At graduation he was the recipient of the Dripps Award for outstanding resident. He was certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology in 1994.
Dr. Hector Vila is nationally renowned for his work to improve the quality of care in ambulatory and office based anesthesia. He served as chair of the South Carolina Medical Association Taskforce for Office Surgery Guidelines. He was lead author of the study, A Comparative Outcomes Analysis of Procedures Performed in Physician Offices and Ambulatory Surgery Centers. Abstracts of this study received international awards and attracted national media attention. He was quoted in US News and World Report, CNN, Good Morning America, and numerous other media. He is considered an expert in the area of patient safety. Dr. Vila has been voted to the Best Doctors in America list every year since 2005.
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Rating 4.3 out of 5 based on 88 reviews
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a year ago
My 3 children have been patients here for years. We like Dr Lapresti. Last years visit, we saw a different dentist at the practice, and she gave no feedback. For the next appointment, I specifically asked for Dr Lapresti. We still ended up seeing a different dentist. Additionally, my youngest was due for sealants. The older two had them put on with no issues. This time, the experience was horrific due to the dental assistant. She opened my child's jaw way too far. So far that I thought her inside corner of her lips would crack. She cried the whole time. No compassion from the dental tech. I asked if the contractor for the mouth could be closed some and was told no. I know that is a lie, I work in the medical field. There is a limit when the kids jaw is locked out and she is trying to pry the contractor out of her mouth. My daughter only got one area of sealant on and I won't reschedule this this lady. Now my daughter is scared of the the dentist and her jaw is so painful. The office staff is great but it there is a revolving door of dental techs. It's hard to find one that truly should work with pediatrics .
Erika Barrios
a year ago
Great staff. So nice and welcoming. My daughters first visit she loved it. My son age 14 said where has this dentist been all my life. Lol
Mindy Bixby
a year ago
The dentist and every member of the staff are very kind, professional people. I highly recommend this Dentistry for your child. Sea Of Smiles will always do right by their patients. They are great with the kids and I'm so grateful the dentist and staff are so nice to the parents, atleast that's been my experience. Much appreciated, M. Bixby
Taylor Beers
a year ago
Today was both my kids first visit here and it was great! It was very clean and the staff was super nice!
Alejandra Morales
2 years ago
Very friendly staff! The office was very inviting and clean. Dr. Lapresti was very sweet and knowledgable. I loved the appointment reminder via text.
Amy Charrier
2 years ago
Great dentist & office staff! Highly recommend it here. My son feels very comfortable here and they have always been so accommodating.
Lyuba Warnock
2 years ago
Everyone was so nice and friendly. The doctor was wondering even though my son was little bit difficult. Definitely recommend Sea of Smiles to my family and friends.
Christina M'Gaha
2 years ago
Great experience for 2 neurodiverse children with severe anxieties. Didn't overwhelm or scare them.
Brittany Larkin
2 years ago
My children went here for their first ever dentist appointment. They came out not afraid of the dentist and excited! They had a great experience and can't wait to go back.
Cheryl Waring
2 years ago
Hygienist Kayla was excellent with Brooklyn who wouldn't allow anyone to clean her teeth or do xrays the last time. This visit was a huge success. Kayla explained and showed everything to Brooklyn prior to doing anything to assure her it was not going to hurt, she did a wonderful job. Thank You Kayla for giving Brooklyn the confidence in herself and breaking the fear of the dentist.
Jen
2 years ago
Quick, professional, and the whole staff is nice and makes my son feel a comfortable as possible. Wish I would have had him here years ago!
Spencer Elizabeth
2 years ago
Love this dental office. Professional, quick, and great with my autistic toddler.
Samantha Aegerter
2 years ago
We moved out to WC and we're looking for a new dentist. We were recommended Sea of Smiles so made an appt here! The inside is so cute and they have TVs set up for the kids. My 3 yr old is terrified of doctors/dentists and they were so patient and accommodating with him. His last dentist in new port Richey (palm tree dentistry BEWARE) called him a baby and a chicken because he was crying. Sea of smiles was so wonderful with him and also my 6 yr old daughter. They explained all of the tools and went slow and were respectful. We just went for the first time yesterday but I'm really glad we did. I would recommend this place to everyone else with kids!
Alexandra Santeex
2 years ago
Be prepared to wait a while. Both times I came with my son we had to wait 30-40 minutes to be called back.
dee sutton
2 years ago
I love this place they are so warm, friendly and patient. They stay on top of my children's oral hygiene and I highly recommend them.
Natalie dos Santos
2 years ago
Took my daughter here for her first dentist appointment. I was very nervous because she typically has a lot of anxiety at doctor offices-- crying to the point of vomiting sometimes. She went running in!The hygienist was AMAZING! Even when my daughter started getting upset and scared, she quickly was able to calm her down and get her to willingly cooperate. My daughter didn't even pay attention to me and I was in the same room! Huge win! It was an absolutely perfect experience and I'm so glad we decided to choose Sea of Smiles.
Jeannette Herrera
2 years ago
Been taking my son since he started getting teeth. Always get in quick, no issues scheduling, and very nice environment and physician.
Amanda Canaan
2 years ago
I've been taking my kids here for years and they love coming. We've never had to wait more than 5 minutes to be seen. We're always in and out and back to school quickly. Highly recommend!
Fer
2 years ago
The staff is really friendly and helpful. My girls had a great experience.
Kristina Baranski
2 years ago
Very efficient & fast. I've been taking my son here for a few years now. The dentist always explains & addresses any concerns I have.
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