Using a multidisciplinary approach to dentistry, The Smile Centre offers an unparalleled patient experience that focuses on comprehensive treatment plans, a premium standard of care and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Our experienced team of dentists, hygienists and dental professionals has established a reputation for providing world-class care to patients of all ages.

Your mouth is a complex network of muscles, bones, nerves and tissues working harmoniously to perform thousands of essential tasks every day. No single field of dentistry, whether general, cosmetic, orthodontic or otherwise, can solve every problem you may encounter. To provide you with the quality dental care you need and deserve, The Smile Centre takes a multidisciplinary approach to dentistry. This means that we design comprehensive treatment plans that may incorporate a broad range of techniques and technology to deliver effective solutions for even the most complicated dental problems.

Your comfort, your safety and your satisfaction are our top priorities. Our dynamic dental team takes the time to understand your concerns and develop treatment plans that are customized specifically for you. In every interaction, we strive to provide an unparalleled level of quality and patient care.

We love seeing the smiles of our neighbors, patients and friends. We consider it our duty and privilege to support the community in which we live and work. Visit our careers page to learn how you can be a part of our team!

Dr. Richard A. Stanleyhas been serving our local community for over 30 years. Providing five-star comprehensive dental care is what Dr. Stanley has dedicated his entire life to accomplishing, and he has transferred that mission to The Smile Centre Team! Quality dental treatment and caring

Dr. Gabriela Rocha was born in Bahia, a state in the coast of Brazil. At age 15, she moved and settled in Sarasota, Florida. Before dentistry became a big part of her life, Dr. Rocha was an instructor ofCapoeira,a Brazilian martial arts that encompass music, self-defense, and

Pamela is a Florida Native and joined our team in August 1994. Born and raised in Bradenton, Florida, Pamela is a SHS grad and continued on as a USAF Med Tech Specialist. We have recently celebrated Pamelas 25 year anniversary with The Smile Centre. Pamela is an iconic member of our team with a

Hannah was born in the Philippines and joined our practice as part of our front desk team over 10 years ago. She went on to SCF to earn her degree in Dental Hygiene, and then she returned back to our practice to see guests! Hannah is a blessing to the office with her compassion, work ethic, and

Maria is from Niagara Falls, New York and joined The Smile Centre in April 2017. She has been in the dental field for more than 20 years. Her favorite part of dentistry is helping patients attain better dental and overall health. Her gentle touch and friendly chairside manner helps patients feel

Tricia is from Newton Falls, Ohio. She is the brains and beauty behind The Smile Centre joining the team in 2002. She earned her BA degree in Biological Sciences at Rice University. Tricias tireless work ethic, enthusiasm, and passion keeps the practice fun and successful. She oversees the

Sarah is a Florida Native growing up in Bradenton. She joined our Palm Aire team in 2017 as part of our front office crew. Prior to The Smile Centre, Sarah came to us with dental assisting experience and over 10 years in the industry. Sarah helps our guests with all their scheduling needs. She

Gina is from New York and joined the Palm Aire team in 2017. Gina is part of our front office team and oversees the insurance and billing department in our Palm Aire location. She shares her wealth of knowledge coming to us with 25 years of insurance billing. Gina is passionate about helping

Kasey works as a dental assistant in our Sarasota office. She is an expert guide at walking patients through treatment and will be there for you every step of the way. She will answer any questions you have regarding your procedure. You will feel at ease with Kasey during this process because

Mike brings 30 years of dental experience to our practice. His background in Chemistry, Psychology, and Computer Programming as well as his continuing education makes our practice stay on top of the most current technology. Mike is a huge asset to The Smile Centre through his tech savviness,

Dr. Richard A. Stanleyhas been serving our local community for over 30 years. Providing five-star comprehensive dental care is what Dr. Stanley has dedicated his entire life to accomplishing, and he has transferred that mission to The Smile Centre Team! Quality dental treatment and caring service is what you will receive from each member of your wonderful Smile Centre Team!

With a father and two uncles who were also dentists, you could say dentistry is in Dr. Richard Stanleys blood. He grew up with a first-hand glimpse of the impact dentistry has on the health and wellbeing of his familys patients. Dr. Stanley earned a B.S. degree in Biology from Florida State University and graduated from the University of Floridas College of Dentistry in 1986. He entered private practice that same year with a vision: to provide patients with exceptional dental care in a warm and friendly environment.Dr. Stanley continued his dental studies at the prestigious Las Vegas Institute of Advanced Dentistry as well as the Misch International Implant Institute and continues to take a rigorous schedule of continuing education courses. Over the course of his 30-year career, Dr. Stanley has remained at the forefront of his field by investing in cutting-edge technology. Widely recognized as the preeminent training program for dental professionals, LVI education signifies a commitment to the highest standards of quality and care.

Dr. Stanley is also a contributor on RealSelf. He is dedicated to being a mentor to our associate doctor team and has a passion for researching and staying current on technology and dental procedures. Heis an advocate of regular training sessions with the dental team of The Smile Centreto further hone the knowledge and skill of every member of our staff. While many patients seek the care of Dr. Stanley for his credentials and reputation for excellence, it is his kind and genuine chair side manner that have earned him the loyalty and word-of-mouth recommendations of his patients. When you visit The Smile Centre, you will be treated with honesty and respect, like a member of our family.

In his leisure time, Dr. Stanley enjoys spending time with his wife, Tricia, and his step-daughter, Jordan. They all enjoy participating in Hwa Rang Do, a Korean martial art and Special Ops Leadership Academy. Dr. Stanley also enjoys weight-lifting, biking, outdoor adventuring, reading, and singing. Dr. Stanley has an engaging personality and loves to be around people. You can see him out and about all over our community.

Dr. Gabriela Rocha was born in Bahia, a state in the coast of Brazil. At age 15, she moved and settled in Sarasota, Florida. Before dentistry became a big part of her life, Dr. Rocha was an instructor ofCapoeira,a Brazilian martial arts that encompass music, self-defense, and acrobatics. She opened her own Capoeira studio along with her husband, teaching children, adults, and people with special needs.

At the University of South Florida in Tampa, FL, Dr. Rocha began her education, earning her Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences. She continued pursuing a career in dentistry at the LECOM School of Dental Medicine, earning her Doctor of Dental Medicine in Bradenton, FL.

Dr. Rochas goal is to deliver the highest-quality care utilizing cutting-edge techniques to her patients through the pursuit and commitment of lifelong learning. She enjoys taking continuing education courses and offering a broad variety of dental services including smile makeover, Invisalign, root canal therapy, dental crowns and bridges, dental implants, pediatric dentistry, and sedation dentistry to keep her patients comfortable and safe during treatment.