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Enrique Acosta, DDS, MBA
Chief Executive Officer
Dr. Enrique Acosta, the Visionary Founder of Pediatric Dental Centers is a Distinguished Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist with an Illustrious Career Dedicated to Pediatric Oral Health.
Dr. Acosta earned his dental degree in 1986 from Javeriana University in Bogota, Colombia, laying the foundation for his passion in dentistry. His commitment to excellence led him to pursue a Pediatric Dentistry residency at the University of Puerto Rico in 1990, followed by a prestigious Fellowship in Advanced Pediatric Dentistry at Columbia University in New York in 1991.
Continuing his quest for knowledge, Dr. Acosta attained an MBA from the University of Miami in 2001, blending clinical expertise with business acumen to elevate the standard of pediatric dental care.
Dr. Acosta served as an assistant professor at Temple University in Philadelphia from 2002 to 2005, contributing to the education and mentorship of future dental professionals. His commitment to academia and training reached new heights as he assumed the role of assistant director and co-founder of the Pediatric Dentistry Residency program at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital in Miami from 2006 to 2012.
Dr. Erik Scheifele, DMD
Chief Dental Officer
Erik Scheifele, DMD, is a distinguished pediatric dentist and educator renowned for his expertise and commitment to providing exceptional oral health care to children of all ages.
Dr. Scheifele earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Temple University School of Dentistry in Philadelphia Pennsylvania and followed his passion for pediatric dentistry where he completed his pediatric dental residency at The Children’s Hospital of Colorado.
Dr. Scheifele has dedicated his career to providing comprehensive oral healthcare to infants, children and patients with special health care needs and training pediatric dentists and general dentists. In addition to private practice, Dr. Scheifele has served as a leader in several academic institutions a few of which include the Director of Pediatric Dentistry at Temple University School of Dentistry from 2002 – 2006, the Director of the Advanced Pediatric Dentistry Program and Director of the Center for Patients with Special Needs at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine 2007 – 2009, and most recently as the Chief of Dentistry at Children’s National Hospital in Washington, DC from 2012 – 2024.
An esteemed member of several professional dental associations, Dr. Scheifele stays at the forefront of pediatric dentistry through continuous education and evidence-based dentistry. He is an advocate for children’s oral health, actively participating in community outreach programs and providing care to underserved populations. Dr. Scheifele’s compassionate approach, combined with his clinical excellence, has earned him the trust and respect of his patients, their families, and his peers. He is truly dedicated to making a difference in children’s lives by ensuring they have a positive and healthy start to their oral health journey.
Pediatric dentists
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. Nicole Buzzi
Dr. Buzzi is a pediatric dentist and Miami native, having received her bachelors degree in Psychology from the University of Miami. She went on to earn her dental degree from Boston University where she graduated with the highest honors and subsequently completed a general practice residency at the Manhattan VA. After working in private practice for a year she decided to dedicate her career to pediatrics and returned to Boston University to complete her pediatric dentistry residency.
Dr. Buzzi specializes in treating children, adolescents and children with special health care needs.
She is thrilled to be delivering oral health care to the pediatric community in her hometown and strives to make coming to the dentist a positive experience for all!
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. Nicole Erazo
Dr. Erazo is a pediatric dentist that strives to create a fun, safe, and trusting environment for children and their families. She earned her doctorate in dental surgery (DDS) from Columbia University College of Dental Medicine in New York City. Dr. Erazo then followed with a specialized two-year residency training at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital for Pediatric Dentistry.
She is board certified in Pediatric Dentistry by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry (ABPD) and holds hospital privileges at local children’s hospitals.
Dr. Fergie Molina
Dr. Fergie Molina is a board-certified pediatric dentist who believes every child should have positive dental experiences. She obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and Chemistry from the Florida State University in 2011. She then continued her graduate career and obtained her dental doctorate degree at Temple University in Philadelphia, PA. Having completed her dental career in 2019, Dr. Molina moved to New York City where she completed a general practice residency at Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx. Dr. Molina then concluded her specialty residency in pediatric dentistry at Howard University in Washington, DC.
One of Dr. Molina’s focus is educating children and parents on the importance of oral health as well as a healthy diet. She has a passion for restoring form, function and aesthetics of the oral structures. Dr. Molina is very interested in topics such as sleep-disordered breathing and strives to help recognize children who may benefit from sleep study analyses. Additionally, Dr. Molina holds priviledges and Nicklaus Children’s Hospital and Joe Dimaggio Children’s Hospital where she treats children requiring treatment under general anesthesia.
Dr. Fitz Junior Brooks
Dr. Fitz J. Brooks was born and raised on the beautiful island of Jamaica. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Chemistry from Bethune-Cookman University in Daytona Beach, Florida. He then pursued his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at the University of Florida College of Dentistry.
During his time at the University of Florida, Dr. Brooks was actively involved in several organizations and played a key role in organizing and attending multiple dental humanitarian trips to the Bahamas and Jamaica. After completing dental school, he proudly served in the United States Army for seven years, practicing general dentistry for five of those years.
Dr. Brooks later specialized in pediatric dentistry, completing his training at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital in Miami, Florida. Passionate about providing exceptional dental care, he is dedicated to ensuring the children of South Florida receive comprehensive treatment while educating their families on the importance of oral health.
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Brooks enjoys traveling and spending time with family and friends, exploring new restaurants, and relaxing at the beach.
Dr. Jafrayra Galvan
Dr. Cynthia Martinez Arocha
Dr. Cynthia Martinez Arocha, a native of Miami, Florida, is a distinguished dental professional specializing in pediatric dentistry. She earned her undergraduate degree in Biology from Florida International University in Miami, FL, before pursuing a Master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences at Barry University in Hollywood, FL.
Dr. Arocha went on to obtain her Doctorate of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) from Howard University College of Dentistry, where she discovered her passion for pediatric dentistry. She was drawn to the opportunity to shape the future dental health of children, and this led her to specialize in this field. After graduating, Dr. Arocha completed a rigorous two-year postdoctoral program in Pediatric Dentistry at Howard University College of Dentistry, where she refined her expertise in treating children from diverse backgrounds with varying dental needs. As a pediatric dentist in Miami, FL, Dr. Arocha is dedicated to providing high-quality care in a warm, welcoming environment. Her mission is to positively impact each child’s dental health and well-being. Dr. Arocha supports both you and your child throughout the entire treatment process, ensuring that dental visits are seen as fun and important for daily health. She fosters open communication, encouraging questions from both parents and children, and builds trusting relationships to ensure smooth exams and procedures. Known for her compassionate and approachable nature, Dr. Arocha strives to make every visit a positive and comfortable experience.
Outside of her professional life, Dr. Arocha enjoys spending quality time with her husband and three children. Her personal interests include traveling, crafting, and organizing.
Dr. Yamila Garber
Dr. Garber earned her Bachelor of Science in biology at the University of Florida (Go Gators!), and achieved her master’s in biomedical science at Barry University in Miami, FL. She went on to become a dentist at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, where she was an active member of the Hispanic Dental Association and served as president during her last year. She loved organizing mission trips to the Dominican Republic every summer, treating patients and providing dental supplies for families from surrounding communities. With her big heart for tiny grins, Dr. Garber completed her pediatric dental residency at NYU Langone Hospital in Tampa, FL.
More than just taking care of teeth, Dr. Garber loves fostering real relationships and making every moment count with the kids in her care. Catch her singing, dancing, and sharing lots of laughs as she teaches her patients all about the importance of good oral hygiene! From her dedication to excellence to her sweet and playful personality, Dr. Garber will go above and beyond to make sure your family feels known and valued on a personal level.
For Dr. Garber, being a mother has been her greatest achievement. When she’s not at the office, you can find her cherishing quality time with her loving husband, Agustin, and three amazing kids, Ethan, Chloe, and Liam. Together, they enjoy spending hours at museums, monkeying around on the playground, and crossing off beautiful bucket-list destinations on family trips.
General dentists
Dr. Andrea Terris
Dr. Andrea Terris is a general dentist in Florida. She provides advice on proper brushing, flossing, cleaning, healthy gums and other dental care for children.
Dr. Azin Haghighi
Dr. Haghighi, fulfilled her dream of becoming a dentist at Nova Southeastern University . After completing an orthodontics internship at the University of Florida, she now practices as a General Dentist, focusing on the dental needs of young adults and pediatric patients. Drawing from her positive childhood dental experiences, she strives to create rewarding and informative visits for every patient. Dr. Haghighi prioritizes empathy, actively listening to patient needs, and advocates for integrating oral health into daily lives through education. Committed to community service, she volunteers for projects such as “Give Kids a Smile” and the “Special Olympics.” Continuously enhancing her skills, she stays updated on the latest industry techniques through ongoing education.
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. 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. Ivonne Vasquez
Dr. Ivonne Vasquez, a dedicated and compassionate dentist, is committed to providing positive dental experiences for children. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from El Bosque University in Bogotá, Colombia. She completed a six-month observational rotation in the Pediatric Department at Nova Southeastern University (NSU) before graduating, gaining valuable insight into pediatric dentistry.
Dr. Vasquez later served as an adjunct faculty member at NSU’s Operative and Restorative Department, mentoring and guiding future dental professionals. She then pursued advanced training by completing the Advanced Education in General Dentistry program at the University of Florida, College of Dentistry.
With a strong commitment to providing high-quality dental care, Dr. Vasquez strives to create a fun, safe, and trusting environment for children and their families. She believes that fostering positive early dental experiences helps build a lifetime of healthy smiles.
Orthodontists
Dr. Herbert Murillo
Dr. Murillo was born and raised in Cali, Colombia. He went to Dental School at Javeriana University in Bogota, Colombia. He validated his graduate studies of dentistry in dental surgery (D.D.S) from the University of Florida College of Dentistry in 2005. Upon graduation from dental school Dr. Murillo completed a one year residency program in general dentistry (GPR) at the Saint Clare’s Hospital in Schenectady, New York. Dr. Murillo later completed a two year orthodontic residency program at Jacksonville University School of Orthodontics earning a certificate of advance graduate studies in orthodontics (C.A.G.S).
Dr. Murillo obtained an award from the American Association of Orthodonticsfor his interest in the growth and development of the craneo-facial complex and also received a prize for his research thesis during his orthodontic training. Dr. Murillo is an active member of the American association of Orthodontics and the American Dental Association. He has taken numerous hours of continuing education in orthodontics and passing the phase I examination for board certification.
Be assured that you and your family will get the most advanced and caring orthodontic treatment possible. Dr. Murillo clinical skills have been honed over time giving his patients healthy and beautiful teeth enhancing facial harmony and giving attractive natural smiles. Dr. Murillo is a family man. He enjoys spending his free time with his family and keeping up with the new advances in orthodontics.
Dr. Ana Norena
Dr. Ana Maria Norena is a highly skilled dentist specializing in orthodontics, dedicated to exceptional dental care and creating beautiful smiles. With a passion for optimal oral health and confidence, she graduated at the top of her class from Nova Southeastern University with a DMD degree.
Dr. Norena pursued advanced orthodontic training and completed a rigorous residency program. Her expertise includes traditional braces, clear aligner systems, and innovative orthodontic approaches. Actively participating in continuing education, she stays updated on the latest advancements in orthodontic technology.