MEET THE TEAM

Meet the team behind your smile

Our team was built with a shared goal - to give patients their dream smile. Get to know us!
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2615 E Highway 50, Clermont
Call Us: (352) 241-4900
2615 E Highway 50, Clermont
Call Us: (352) 241-4900
“My mission is to rid the world of dental decay, one tooth at a time.”
-John E. Purpura, DDS

Meet the doctor

John E. Purpura, DDS
Dr. Purpura is an active member of the Academy of General Dentistry, the American Dental Association, and the Florida Dental Association. Outside of the office, Dr. Purpura enjoys spending quality time with his family, playing music, and scuba diving.

Experience

Dr. Purpura holds a Fellowship with the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD), and serves as the Assistant Clinical Professor at Columbia University.

Education

Doctorate of Dental Surgery
Columbia University School of Dental and oral Surgery – New York City, New York
Bachelor of Science
Davis & Elkins College – Elkins, West Virginia
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"My mission is to preserve teeth for optimal function, comfort, and health.”
-Carson C. Smith, DMD

Meet the doctor

Carson C. Smith, DMD
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Smith enjoys exploring Orlando, cheering on the Florida Gators, and traveling.

Experience

Dr. Smith has completed many hours of continuing education with Spear Continuing Education in esthetics and treatment planning. He is also an Invisalign Certified Provider. Dr. Smith is an active member of the American Dental Association, the Florida Dental Association, the Central Florida Dental Association, and the Academy of General Dentistry.

Education

Doctor of Dental Medicine
The University of Florida – Gainesville, Florida
Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Sciences and Microbiology
The University of Florida – Gainesville, Florida

Meet the doctor

Charles R. Buist, DMD
Bio coming soon

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2615 E Highway 50
Clermont, FL 34711
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