Convenient Access from Seminole Heights
Old crowns, aging fillings and a bridge from decades ago tend to raise the same worry: is it time to replace them, and who should do it? Anyone who has cared for an early 20th-century bungalow knows that instinct well. Tampa Smile Co. is a dentist near Seminole Heights that takes those questions seriously, and our South Tampa office is about 15 minutes away by car.
Leave the Seminole Heights Branch Library on Central Avenue and drive south to Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard, then use North Marguerite Street to reach southbound I-275. Exit into downtown, where Orange Avenue, Whiting Street, Morgan Street and Brorein Street lead you to the westbound Selmon Expressway, a toll road. Ride the Selmon across South Tampa, exit at West Euclid Avenue and go a short way north on South Dale Mabry Highway. The trip runs about 8 miles, and rush hour adds some time on I-275.
We are at 3404 S Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33629, on the corner of Sevilla Street in the Palma Ceia area. Find us on Google Maps to send the address to your phone. You start near the Gothic Revival campus of Hillsborough High School and finish a few blocks from Corona Park. Our pages for Tampa Heights and Ybor City cover the neighborhoods just to the south.
Why Seminole Heights Homeowners Choose Us for Repair and Upkeep
Seminole Heights began in 1911, when T. Roy Young developed 40 acres three miles north of downtown. Its early 20th-century Craftsman bungalows now sit within the Seminole Heights and Hampton Terrace historic districts, recognized locally and nationally. The neighborhood takes in Old, South and Southeast Seminole Heights, and residents know that good restoration means respecting what is already there.
Dentistry works the same way. Before recommending anything, we look at how your existing work is holding up and what it is protecting. A twenty-year-old crown that still fits well may not need to change at all. One with a dark line at the gum or decay underneath is a different story, and we will show you the images so you can see the difference yourself.
Our exam starts with listening. You tell us what has been bothering you, what work you have had done and what worries you most about the future. We then check each restoration, measure gum health and take digital x-rays to look below the surface. Only after that do we talk about treatment, and every recommendation comes with a reason you can see on your own x-rays.
That approach suits patients who prefer to understand a plan before agreeing to it. Our CBCT 3D imaging helps the doctor see bone and root structure clearly when more complex work is on the table. Comfortable private rooms, TVs and warm blankets make longer restorative appointments easier to sit through.
What Seminole Heights Residents Should Know About Older Dental Work
Every filling, crown and bridge has a lifespan. Metal fillings can crack the tooth around them over time, and older crowns may show gaps where bacteria slip in. Bridges place extra load on the teeth that anchor them. None of this means you need to replace everything, but it does mean a careful exam every six months is worth the drive.
When a restoration does wear out, there are good options. Dental crowns can cover a cracked or heavily filled tooth and restore its strength. A missing tooth might be replaced with one of our dental bridges or an implant, depending on the health of the neighboring teeth and bone. We walk through the pros and trade-offs of each choice in plain language.
Recent decades brought new restaurants, brew pubs and independent businesses to Seminole Heights. Strong, comfortable teeth make every one of those meals more enjoyable. If chewing on one side has become a habit, that is often a sign an older restoration needs attention.
The river is part of daily life here as well. The greater area reaches west and north to the Hillsborough River, and it holds the longest stretch of riverfront parkland in the city, with Rivercrest Park, Epps Park and smaller pocket parks along the water. Neighborhoods USA named it the Best Neighborhood in America in 2003. Long-term residents of a place this well loved deserve a dentist they can stay with too.
The neighborhood's sense of history shows up in its public spaces too. The Seminole Heights Branch Library, dedicated in its current 22,000-square-foot building in 2014, traces its roots to 1927 as one of the city's original seven libraries. It even keeps a Historic Homes Collection on restoration and preservation, a fitting resource for a community that values keeping good things in service.
Restorative Care From a Dentist Near Seminole Heights
Restorative Dentistry
Replacing worn fillings and failing crowns protects the tooth structure that remains. We use tooth-colored materials where they fit the case. Seminole Heights patients get a clear sequence, so work can be spread over a sensible timeline.
Root Canal Therapy
Teeth with large old fillings sometimes develop nerve problems years later. A root canal clears the infection and keeps the natural tooth in place. A crown usually follows to protect it.
Dental Implants
An implant replaces a missing tooth without relying on the teeth beside it. Our CBCT imaging helps plan placement precisely. The first implant consultation is complimentary.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Older restorations often look darker than the teeth around them. Whitening and veneers can bring a smile back into harmony. We match shades carefully so new work blends with what you keep.
Preventative Dentistry
Regular cleanings and exams let us track older dental work before it fails. Small fixes now help avoid larger ones later. Booking the next visit before you leave keeps the routine on track.
Meet Your South Tampa Dentists
Dr. Mohammad Bawany holds a master's in biomedical science from the University of South Florida and a DMD from Roseman University, and he began his career in Ormond Beach before founding the practice. Dr. Adam Gray pursues ongoing training in surgical and cosmetic dentistry, and Dr. Natalie Bentivegna belongs to the ADA, the Florida Dental Association and the West Coast District Dental Association.
Insurance & Financing
Restorative care is easier to plan when costs are clear. We work with GEHA, Lincoln Financial, Principal and most other PPO plans, and LendingClub or CareCredit can spread larger treatment into monthly payments. Without insurance, our Perio Maintenance membership costs $349 a year and includes 25% off additional treatment, excluding Invisalign and implants.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Tampa Smile Co. from Seminole Heights, and how do I get there?
From the Seminole Heights Branch Library, the office is roughly 8 miles away, about a 15-minute drive. The route uses Central Avenue, Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard and I-275 south into downtown, then the Selmon Expressway west to Euclid Avenue and South Dale Mabry Highway. Patients searching for a dentist near Seminole Heights usually find the interstate route quickest.
Should I replace my old silver fillings even if they do not hurt?
Not necessarily, because a sound filling can keep doing its job for years. We check each one for cracks, leaks and decay at the edges using digital x-rays. If a filling is failing, we will show you why and discuss tooth-colored replacements, but healthy restorations can stay right where they are.
Will treatment on an old tooth mean several trips from Seminole Heights?
Sometimes it does, since work such as a crown typically involves more than one appointment. We plan the sequence so each drive accomplishes as much as possible, and a cleaning can often share a visit with restorative care. Select Saturdays give working homeowners in the neighborhood one more way to fit treatment in.
Can parents and teens book family visits together?
Yes, families can schedule back-to-back appointments so parents and teens finish in one trip. Weekday hours start at 9 AM and run until 5 PM Monday through Thursday, and Friday visits end by 3 PM. Select Saturdays from 9 AM to 2 PM help busy Hillsborough County households when school and work weeks are full.
Can you replace a missing tooth next to an old bridge?
Often we can, but the right choice depends on the anchor teeth and the bone underneath. Our doctors evaluate the bridge, check for decay and use CBCT imaging when an implant is under consideration. Options include a new bridge, a dental implant or a partial denture, and we compare costs and timelines with you.
Schedule Your Visit from Seminole Heights
Old dental work deserves a careful second look, not a rushed replacement plan. Call 813-837-2380 to see a dentist near Seminole Heights who will explain your options clearly. Browse the full list of areas we serve, or learn about our Dentist in Tampa, FL team and office.