Meet The Team

Welcome To Our Gainesville, FL Dental Office

You work hard every day to keep your family smiling and we want to be a part of that mission! As your local Gainesville, FL dentist office, we are proud to offer comprehensive dental services that are convenient, comfortable and cost-effective. Our goal is to help you maintain a happy, healthy smile for years to come.

Samantha Annas, DMD

Top-Rated General Dentist

"Dr Annas is one of the best dentist I hv seen in my life. I'm 53 and hv been going to dentist since I'm 5 years old. She is 1 of 3 out of the many that I hv seen that I would recommend. She is gentle. She explains all your options. She is honest. The has wonderful support team working side by side with her. I would recommend her to all my friends and family." Katy K. Read more Dental Reviews

Samantha Annas, DMD is an experienced general dentist with a strong commitment to high-quality and compassionate dental care. She puts patients at ease, treating them as she would her own family. In addition to her work in the office, Dr. Annas channels her passion for dental care through volunteer initiatives with local dental clinics, including the ACORN clinic, dental mission trips, and other dental endeavors in the Gainesville community. Dr. Annas is a graduate of the University of Florida College of Dentistry and a huge Gators Football Fan. She has additional training in sedation dentistry and laser dentistry, as well as Invisalign®. She is also a member of the American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, and the Florida Dental Association.

Maria Abboud, DMD

Experienced General Dentist

"They did a wonderful job putting in my temporary bridge today. It feels just right. I am thankful for Dr. Abboud and Lauren for making it They are very good at what they do! " Pam C. Read more Dental Reviews

With a dynamic and outgoing personality, Maria Abboud, DMD excels in patient communication and comfort. Her passion for people and dentistry has led to multiple mission trips both stateside throughout the state of Florida as well as internationally in Guatemala. Dr. Abboud is fluent in English, French, and Arabic, a has conversational skills in Spanish—allowing her to serve patients from a variety of backgrounds. As a graduate of the University of Florida College of Dentistry in Gainesville, Florida, Dr. Abboud is highly-trained in general dentistry services, including surgical extractions, restorations, fixed and removable prosthodontics, endodontics, root canals, and treatment planning. She is a current member of the American Dental Association, Florida Dental Association, and the West Coast Dental Association.

Meera Patel, DMD

Dr. Meera Patel is originally from Bismarck, ND but moved to Jupiter, FL in 2014 with her family. She graduated from the FAU honors college with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Cellular Neuroscience. She told her parents when she was in third grade that she wanted to be a dentist and her childhood dreams came true. After her undergraduate degree, she graduated from Midwestern University Dental School in Glendale, AZ. During her time in AZ, she enjoyed hiking, and exploring the food scene with her friends. Dr. Patel’s favorite procedures include fillings, extractions, root canals, and crowns. She is extremely passionate about being a healthcare provider and building strong relationships with patients. Dr. Patel believes in creating an environment where patients feel heard, respected, and comfortable during their time at the office. In her spare time, she enjoys dancing, reading, and spending time with her family.
Dr. Meera Patel
Gainesville Dental Associates
908 NW 57th St
Gainesville, FL 32605
Appointments
352-332-8199
Monday:
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday:
8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday:
8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday:
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday:
8:00am - 5:00pm