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Meet Our Doctors

Dr. Enrique Acosta

Dr. Enrique Acosta is a board certified pediatric dentist, who was assistant director of the Pediatric Dentistry Residency Program at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital. He was assistant professor at the Pediatric Dentistry Department at Temple University in Philadelphia.

Dr. Acosta has a certificate in Pediatric Dentistry from the University of Puerto Rico, a fellowship in advanced Pediatric Dentistry from Columbia University and an MBA from the University of Miami.

Dr. Maria I. Trujillo

Dr. Trujillo is a highly experienced pediatric dentist with over 13 years of practice in the field. She received her dental degree from the University of Texas at Houston Dental Branch, where she developed a strong foundation in dentistry. Following her dental degree, Dr. Trujillo pursued specialty training in Pediatric Dentistry at Miami Children’s Hospital, which provided her with advanced knowledge and skills in the specialized care of infants, children, and adolescents. As a testament to her commitment to providing the highest quality care to her young patients, Dr. Trujillo is board-certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

Dr. Trujillo’s extensive training and experience allow her to provide compassionate, personalized care to children of all ages, with a focus on creating positive experiences and instilling good oral hygiene habits that will last a lifetime.

Dr. Gaby Slement

Dr. Gaby Slement lived in Minnesota and Chicago before moving to Florida. In 2005, she attended the University of Florida where she received a Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology and her D.M.D. Dentist Degree. Dr. Gaby is a General Dentist and her greatest passion is Pediatric Dentistry. She loves helping people, especially kids and teenagers. She makes sure that the children patients in her office leave smiling and that they know how to take great care of their teeth. Her practice philosophy is centered on the values of ethics and professionalism.

Dr. Francesca Duluc Ovalles

Dr. Francesca Duluc is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist. She grew up in Dominican Republic and moved to the US at the age of 18. She attended Cornell University for her Bachelor’s degree in Child Psychology. She then moved to Boston to complete her dental school degree in Boston University. She completed her pediatric dentistry residency in Montefiore Hospital in NYC. She loves creating positive experiences for children at the dentist and enjoys her profession to the fullest.

Dr. Leslie Pence

Dr. Leslie Pence was born and raised in North Carolina, where she received her dental degree at the East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine. She completed her pediatric dental residency with NYU-Langone Health in Tampa, Florida, where she held the position of Chief Resident. Dr. Leslie loves working with children of all ages, including those with special needs, to make sure they have a comfortable and enjoyable experience at the dentist. She understands that every child is different so she takes the time to talk to her patients and listen to their concerns so she can better serve their unique needs. With her calm and lighthearted spirit, she strives to bring a smile to her patients’ faces with every appointment!

Dr. Sandra Perla Ivanier

Dr. Perla studied dentistry at Facultad de Odontología/ UDELAR in Montevideo, Uruguay where she was born and raised. She moved to the US in 1988, where she got her dental license and began practicing in South Florida as a general dentist. Dr. Sandra Perla Ivanier is devoted to her patients, treating each with the utmost compassion and respect. Her kindness, passion and dedication to personal care for children, adults and patients with special needs, has made her stand out and keep her patients smiling during her 30 years of service to the South Florida community. She also enjoys learning through study groups and seminars in order to offer the best treatment options for her patients.

Dr. Isabel Cruz

Dr. Isabel Rossetti Cruz, D.D.S, was born and raised in Brazil. She received her dental Surgery Degree in 2000 at the University of Sao Francisco, Sao Paulo. After graduating, she worked as a General Dentist dedicating her time between private practice and community-based dentistry. A few years later she furthered her education in Prosthetics and Pediatric Dentistry.

When she moved to the United States, she continued to pursue her passion in Dentistry and completed her residency program in Advanced Education in General Dentistry at the University of Florida in 2020. Dr. Cruz sets her goals to provide high quality treatment. She is caring and compassionate and her patients always come first.

Dr. Carolina Borgenicht-Lopez

Carolina was born in Cali, Colombia, she completed her dental school at the Universidad Autonoma de Manizales were she graduated Summa Cum Laude in the year 2001. She was recognized for her thesis graduation project in Pediatric Dentistry and for whom she achieved recognition from the Latinamerican Dental Association. After graduating, she practice in different Children’s Hospitals in Colombia, providing pediatric dental care. Her passion for care to pediatric patients has been her source of motivation and she keeps this same passion up to this date. Carolina is a general dentist that has limited her profession to pediatric dentistry, which she enjoys!.

Carolina completed her residency program at the University of Florida, where she graduated from an Advanced Education in General Dentistry. Such program provided her the opportunity to expand her knowledge in general and pediatric dentistry, and provided her licensure in the State of Florida.

Dr. Fergie Molina

Dr. Fergie A. Molina is a pediatric dentist in Florida. She provides advice on proper brushing, flossing, cleaning, healthy gums and other dental care for children.

Dr. Nicole Erazo

Dr. Nicole Erazo is a pediatric dentist in Florida. She provides advice on proper brushing, flossing, cleaning, healthy gums and other dental care for children.

Dr. Ana Norena

Dr. Ana Maria Norena is a highly skilled and dedicated dentist specializing in orthodontics, committed to providing exceptional dental care and creating beautiful smiles. With a passion for helping patients achieve optimal oral health and confidence, Dr. Norena has made a significant impact in the field of orthodontics.

With an extensive educational background, Dr. Norena earned her Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) degree from Nova Southeastern University, where she graduated at the top of her class. Recognizing her passion for orthodontics, she pursued advanced training and completed a rigorous orthodontic residency program, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of dental and facial irregularities.

Dr. Norena’s expertise spans a wide range of orthodontic techniques and treatments, including traditional braces, clear aligner systems, and other innovative orthodontic approaches. She stays at the forefront of her field by actively participating in continuing education programs and staying abreast of the latest advancements in orthodontic technology.