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ER 24/7® – A Local Emergency Room for Adults and Kids By: Kim Thomas When faced with a medical emergency, immediate emergency room care can be the difference between living and dying. Residents of Lutz, Odessa, Land O’ Lakes, Northeast Tampa and beyond need to know about the newly opened freestanding emergency room that is conveniently located on Dale Mabry Highway in Lutz. Equipped with the same lifesaving and diagnostic technology as a hospital’s emergency room, ER 24/7 is centrally located making it a smart choice when you find yourself or a loved one needing emergency medical care.
A department of Medical Center of Trinity, ER 24/7 provides the local community with easy, convenient access to emergency care and provides all of the resources needed for acute care of a serious illness or injury. Providing more advanced emergency services than an urgent care center, this full-service ER accepts walk-ins as well as patients via ambulance. ER 24/7 has onsite CT scan, ultrasound, X-ray and laboratory services, and is staffed by physicians Board Certified in Emergency Medicine and nurses with emergency care experience and certifications. At ER 24/7, every patient will see a doctor who is specifically trained to handle life-threatening emergencies,
not a physician’s assistant or nurse practitioner. A freestanding ER is like an emergency room at the hospital, not
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to be confused with an urgent care provider, which is more like a physician’s office. A freestanding ER See “ER 24/7” on page 24.
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Have you had trouble finding a good dentist? You know it’s time for a cleaning or maybe need to address some issues but you’re having a hard time overcoming the fear? At Mangrove Bay Dentistry they strive to provide the highest quality dental care in a gentle, relaxed atmosphere where you feel comfortable and your questions can be answered. They hear time and time again from their patients that their past experiences have been impersonal or frightening. Dr.Tran’s approach to dental care revolves around caring for his patients like he would like HIS own dentist to
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From The Editor Carla Selby After this month's interviews, appointments and meetings with several business owners in the neighborhood, I started to think about the importance of really liking the community we live in. Richard Florida, one of the world's best-known urban theorists, believes that the place we live in is a fundamental contributor to our overall subjective well-being. It makes perfect sense considering the amount of time we spend in our homes and around our neighborhood. When the Gallup Organization looked at what gives you a high degree of emotional attachment to your neighborhood, the answers were pretty surprising. Obviously, having a low crime rate, great schools and good jobs are important, but there were two other factors that were really critical. The first was a community that treats all of its residents fairly—ethnic minorities, new immigrants, low-income people, young people, old people, families, entrepreneurs, artists. And then the most important factor was what I call
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the quality of the neighborhood itself. Does it have trees? Does it have open space? Does it preserve its historic architecture? In other words, does it have some kind of physical beauty? This quality, the aesthetic character, was the number one factor. Which does not really surprise me. In today's world we worship beauty, so of course, if given the choice, we would prefer to live in a "beautiful" neighborhood… But let me tell you what I believe makes Lutz / Odessa / Land O' Lakes so beautiful… its people. I have met so many wonderful, kind, supportive and overall positive people in these areas and THAT, to me, is more important than being surrounded by perfectly landscaped waterfront mansions. The schools are great, there are a lot of parks and opportunities for kids to play outside, the neighborhoods feel safe and overall there is a great sense of family and community. I especially enjoy meeting longtime residents and business owners who operate local small businesses. We truly love it around here so much, that my
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Become the Best You in 2018 with Orangetheory Fitness! New year, new me, right? Let’s be honest, the initial few weeks of every year, you’re a paragon of health. You go jogging three to four times a week and stick to a strict diet plan. But then, Valentine’s Day rolls around, and you give into the office candy jar—three times in one day. You start fearing you have fallen off the wagon and consider giving up completely… don’t! If you truly want to make a positive change in 2018, and are serious about achieving your fitness resolutions, Orangetheory is your exciting path to a trimmer, more toned and selfassured you.
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knowledgeable, encouraging and are committed to helping you meet your fitness goals,” said head coach Tara
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Buonanno. With sessions split into intervals of cardiovascular and strength
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training, the facility implements heart rate monitors to track intensity and maximize metabolic burn. Whether you’re new to fitness or a professional athlete, you set your own pace at a judgement free zone. What’s more, Orangetheory designs their workouts to increase
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Cardinale Financial Group: Where Accounting and Financial Services work together! Cardinale Financial Group is an accounting, tax and planning firm that is very unique in many ways. The practice provides financial services that combine over 40 years of experience in tax preparation and planning, many years of experience in understanding common and not-so-common financial issues that confront people at all stages of their lives and implementation of diverse financial services. Frederick P. Cardinale, CPA/PFSSM CFPTM is originally from upstate New York. He earned his accounting degree from Rochester Institute of Technology. After many years of owning and managing his tax and planning practice in New York State, he moved to Florida in 2004. Fred believes that professional designations should, and do, matter to clients and prospects. People are confronted with many choices as they search for tax and financial professionals to assist them in what has become a very complex and diverse world as it relates to their “money” matters. Understanding licenses and designations can help people feel more confident that they are working with someone who is dedicated in providing the highest standard of comprehensive financial planning. Fred is among an elite group of financial planning professionals who have demonstrated advanced knowledge of tax, estate, retirement, investment and insurance planning. Jeannette Koger, the VP of member specialization and credentialing of The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants has said “Given their formal education and technical training in the areas of accountancy
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and taxation, CPA’s are arguably the most qualified, knowledgeable and objective financial planning professionals.” Supplementing this with the CPA/PFSSM credential demonstrates a CPA’s commitment to providing the highest level of financial planning services. For clients, that translates to financial planning that is CPA strong – comprehensive financial strategies that put their needs and interests first. Fred is also a Certified Financial Planner professional. CFP® professionals are held to strict ethical standards to ensure financial planning recommendations are in the clients’ best interest. This, along with tough
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education and experience requirements, distinguish CFP® professionals from others who may just call themselves financial planners. The Team at Cardinale Financial Group will skillfully prepare your tax returns, identifying any deductions and credits to which you are entitled. According to a study by the US Government’s General Accounting Office, approximately 71 million taxpayers believe they benefited from using a professional tax preparer. Fred warns that “Tax laws are becoming increasingly complex, especially with the newly enacted changes last month.” He added that “There are many do-it yourself options out there,
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none of which are a substitute for knowledge and experience.” The Cardinale Team will identify and discuss potential problems that the IRS may want to look at more closely. They will discuss ideas that can reduce your tax liability…now and in the future. They will file your returns electronically in a secure environment to help protect your identity and achieve the fastest possible refund. This knowledgeable team will continuously look for ways to minimize your taxes throughout the year, not just at the end of the year. If IRS problems or issues should arise, their licensing will allow them to represent you before the IRS, so you
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don’t have to lose valuable work or personal time to handle the issue. Cardinale Financial Group provides many helpful and money saving services to small business owners. “Our staff includes people that are Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisors,” says Fred. He went on to say, “We assist clients with their accounting in different ways, depending on their individual needs. Some clients need assistance only at year end, while others may need our help monthly. We are very flexible and design our services as needed to minimize our fees.” The firm also provides advice regarding best practices used by business owners in the areas of payroll, recordkeeping, pension plans and other fringe benefit programs offered to employees. Fred went on to state, “We even provide social security planning services to small business owners. Most clients know that they have an important decision to make regarding when they begin collecting social security. What they often don’t know, however, is that in many cases, we can help them increase the amount of their social security benefit…with adequate payroll planning.” The Team at Cardinale Financial
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Group knows that tax preparation and planning, for individuals and businesses, is very important. An article in the Bureau of Economic Analysis and Tax Foundation stated in 2015 that “Americans spend more on taxes than they do on food, clothing, and housing combined.” As today’s economic, financial and tax landscapes become increasingly complex, a comprehensive approach to financial services – one that considers your entire financial picture – can lead to clearer and more confident financial decisions. Every financial decision, from your investment choices, to financing a home, saving for retirement, or funding your child’s education, also carries important tax implications. The Team strongly believes that all aspects of your financial picture should be given equal emphasis, including the impact of taxes on both short and long-term financial decisions. Cardinale’s affiliation with HD Vest Investment Services provides these important parts of the complete financial planning services options. Cardinale said, “We’ve determined that there are eight common wealth management issues affecting every client, and through a unique guide,
we can help clients systematically address each of these key areas. It isn’t a cookie cutter model used to force clients into particular investments. Instead, it’s a transformational process that will allow us to address the clients’ many individual financial needs.” During this process, the Team discusses Investment Management*, Cash-Flow and Debt Management, Family Risk Management, Retirement, Education, Estate Planning, Business Planning and Planning for Special Situations. Fred feels this makes the Firm unique. They work to really understand all aspects of their clients’ financial needs, both now and in the future, which can lead to a customized, holistic game plan to address their specific needs. By understanding all sides of their situation, the Team can offer a more comprehensive approach. Cardinale Financial Group is dedicated to helping the greater Tampa Bay area pursue their financial goals. Together they use their diverse experience and education to implement a combination of sound financial reporting and tax planning that makes accounting and financial services work together. To provide the
best advice possible, they will discuss your goals, dreams, and aspirations, as well as your financial issues and concerns. The Firm has built a foundation of trust and long-lasting relationships. Their goal is for their clients to gain comfort knowing that they will always be there to provide services to their family and dependents for many years to come. Do not let time pass you by. Let Cardinale Financial Group help you today! Cardinale Financial Group is located at 23546 State Road 54 in Lutz, Fl, 33559. Contact them today at 813-991-1910 or visit thier website at www.cardinalecpa.com Frederick P. Cardinale CPA/PFSSM CFPTM, Advisory Representative, CA Insurance License #0G48587 *Securities offered through H.D. Vest Investment ServicesSM Member: SIPC Advisory Services offered through H.D. Vest Advisory ServicesSM Cardinale Financial Group LLC is not a registered broker/dealer or registered investment advisory firm.
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“Tech Talk” with Bob - This month’s topic: Wi-Fi By Bob Dalles
Greetings! People frequently ask me about “Wi-Fi”. Can you explain Wi-Fi? There is a high probability that you use it every day. Wi-Fi stands for Wireless Fidelity. Kind of like the days of “Hi-Fi” for home stereo systems, but now I’m showing my age. If you don’t remember Hi-Fi, then consider yourself lucky. The internet connection in your home or office in the past have been “hard wired;” meaning physically connected with a network cable between your computer and your internet service provider’s modem. The modem is that box your phone or cable company sets up in your home or office. That modem is your computer’s connection to the internet, which allows you to
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connect to web sites all over the world. When computers became smaller and more portable,
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carrying around a laptop computer tethered with a network wire was not feasible.
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Engineers developed a way to carry the internet signals through the air. This would eliminate the network cable and provide more mobility for the user. So, where does the wireless fidelity come in? Engineers had to make certain that the wireless signals that “flew through the air” were as reliable as the signals that traveled across the network cable. The fidelity of the wireless architecture had to be as reliable as the wired architecture. Therefore, wireless network connections became known as Wi-Fi. Wi-Fi has evolved over the past decades and will continue to develop into the future. Wi-Fi network cards used to be an expensive add-on to computers. If you wanted the luxury of WiFi networking, you had to pay $$$. However, over time prices
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went down. Today, most computers you buy have the WiFi capability built-in. The laptop or desktop computer you now buy for your home or office has Wi-Fi but there are considerations to Wi-Fi that most people are not aware of. These are items such as: speed, distance, and most importantly security. We’ll go into more detail about that next time. Have a tech question?
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Email it to TechTalkTBNL@BobTheComputerGuy .NET. Questions will be selected by the popularity of a topic and answered in this column. If you have a more urgent need or have a unique situation you may schedule an appointment with one of my Professionally Certified Technicians by calling 727534-4000. Until next time, stay safe on the internet!
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By Matt Selby What if I told you the “good guys” from the “good ol’ days” still exist? We’re talking about the blue collar guys that treat you and your family as they would treat their own. At times, it seems like a thing of the past. If you spend five minutes online you’ll find negative reviews on many plumbing companies in the area. In today’s economy it’s tougher than ever to find honest, hard, fair work but we’ve found it. We found a company who will work hard for you and your family to fix any and all of your plumbing and/or septic problems. Most importantly, they’re a reputable and licensed company. I’m talking about Tampa Bay Plumbers! Owner Ryan Pelky demands excellence from everyone on his team. “I take personal responsibility for every job no matter how big or small,” says Pelky. “This company obsesses over quality and our customer experience. I can promise you this…if you’re not happy with something we did for you, I will
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make it right. Go ahead and look them up next time you’re online and you’ll find glowing reviews from tons of satisfied local customers. You’ll find an Angie’s List Super Service Award, an almost 5 star review on Facebook (you can’t please everyone), an A+ rating on the Better Business Bureau, and an almost 5-star rating on just about every review site on the net including google which they boast a 4.8 out of 5 rating! That’s no easy task especially when you have competitors constantly hiring other people to fake bad reviews online. It’s a sad world we live in but it’s a reality that not enough people know about. I guess what I’m saying is, even if you don’t take my word for it, you can trust the reviews of countless more people. I put my trust for all my personal and business plumbing and septic needs in the hands of Tampa Bay Plumbers; in fact, one of my best friends in the world, Ryan Penna, plays a paramount role within the company as their production manager. I trust Ryan and after hearing him talk so
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highly about the company he works for I knew I wouldn’t regret hiring them. Tampa Bay Plumbers will be working on a model home I’m building personally here in Tampa very soon. As Mr. Pelky says himself, there’s no job too big or too small. Sometimes the small stuff is the most inconvenient – leaky toilets, clogged drains (because your kids are brilliant and decided their toys wanted to go swimming in things they shouldn’t), garbage disposal repair, superficial leaks and bursts all the way through
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septic repair and maintenance, and trenchless repairs. Ryan Penna and I sat down and I asked Ryan Pelky what he thinks sets Tampa Bay Plumbers apart from others in the industry. He said, “First off, we have over 25 years of experience locally here in Tampa dating back to before we were Tampa Bay Plumbers. Much of our crew has been a constant over the past decade and our guys have the experience that others simply don’t have. Many others don’t even operate with the proper licensing.
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positions.” Let’s talk about backing up what you sell. Tampa Bay Plumbers offers a minimum 1 year warranty on all work and even has a 10 year warranty for some jobs! They also offer a free consultation and water quality test to check for hard water, odor or other potentially dangerous toxins so regardless of your plumbing or septic needs at the moment make sure you take them up on that. “Our prices match or in most cases are lower than any other reputable company in the area and we serve the entire Tampa Bay Area. We don’t lose a customer over price very often and if we do it’s because the customer goes with an unlicensed contractor,” says Ryan.
Owner Ryan Pelky and Production Manager Ryan Penna We do plenty of residential but also have very large commercial jobs that other, smaller companies would never tackle or be trusted with so we have the man power to get the job done. We have the most
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technologically advanced plumbing tools and equipment available. We treat every plumbing project like an emergency and never sacrifice quality. Our 24/7 availability definitely is a huge selling point for
us and we never charge an overage rate for Saturday or Sunday work like many others in our industry under normal circumstances. We are true work-o-holics from our owners all the way down to our entry level
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If Tampa Bay Plumbers can help you, please give them a call at 813-Plumber. Tell them Matt from Tampa Bay News and Lifestyles sent you and receive $50 off your project, repair or maintenance. Customers such as myself love these guys for a reason so rest assured you will be in great hands with Tampa Bay Plumbers!
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“ER 24/7” Continued from page 1 provides a higher level of care than an urgent care center. While ER 24/7 is very willing to take patients with urgent care medical issues, it won’t be the most cost-effective way to deal with a minor medical problem. However, as every mother knows, a minor medical issue can escalate quickly (usually in the wee hours) and then a freestanding ER is the perfect fit. ER 24/7 is equipped to handle any medical emergency that can be handled at a major hospital ER, but it’s less intimidating than a hospital. Christine Sanchez, Director of Emergency Services for Medical Center of Trinity, says, “The exciting thing about a freestanding emergency room within the community is that many times people come in with fractures, needing sutures or with abdominal pain, and here they can receive the same care but without having to go to a bigger facility. At the freestanding ER, visits are quicker and more personable. We are here for the community and patients feel that sense of community with each visit.”
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There are many benefits to having a freestanding ER in the community. Patients can expect the same services and level of care they’d receive at a traditional hospital emergency department, but with more ease, such as the simple convenience of being near home, work or school. Wait times are shorter than at the hospital and parking is easy. ER 24/7 provides a warm and inviting clinical environment, and has a separate pediatric reception area for the little ones. With the most current communication technology in place, ER 24/7 also has telemedicine capabilities. Not only that, being right in the midst of several busy communities allows first responders to get patients in and return to the field quicker. Sanchez expounds, “The beauty is that while we do not have a physical hospital attached to ER 24/7 itself, we are part of Medical Center of Trinity. We can help to save the lives of patients with heart attacks, strokes or who are septic by getting them immediate treatment and stabilized for transport if necessary. We have the experience, the capability and the know-how to
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take care of critical medical situations. All of our nurses and doctors are emergency medicine certified and with many years of experience.”
What warrants a visit to ER 24/7? According to the American College of Emergency Physicians, the following are reasons to go straight to a nearby emergency room: • Chest pain lasting two minutes or more
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• Coughing or vomiting blood • Difficulty breathing, shortness of breath • Fracture/Bone Injury needing Pain Management • Severe or persistent vomiting or diarrhea • Sudden dizziness, weakness or change in vision • Sudden or severe pain • Uncontrolled bleeding • Change in mental status (i.e. confusion)
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ER 24/7 features full laboratory services with instant results and offers X-ray, ultrasound and/or CT scan. Should a patient need aftercare, specialists are available for Care Coordination.
ER 24/7 Services ER 24/7 is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and is a 911 receiving facility equipped to handle emergency medical situations including heart attack care, stroke car, cardiopulmonary monitoring, nebulizer treatments and airway management. Services include
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intravenous fluids and medications and minor trauma management and psychiatric capability. ER 24/7 is disaster prepared, and includes a decontamination center. Physicians Board Certified in Emergency Medicine and Emergency Trained Registered Nurses follow EMTALA Regulations.
ER 24/7ÂŽ is located at 1430 Dale Mabry Highway in Lutz. ER 24/7 is a division of Medical Center of Trinity and holds National Certifications through Medical Center of Trinity. ER 24/7 can be reached by calling 813-9533900. Log on to LutzER.com for more information.
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“Mangrove Bay” Continued from page 1 treat him. It starts with listening to the patient and really finding out what they need and want. With all the latest technological advances, today’s dental treatment does NOT have to be stressful or uncomfortable. Mangrove Bay Dentistry is a private dental practice lead by Dr. Toan Tran, DMD. They are located on the SE corner of Hillsborough Avenue and Race Track Road in Tampa close to Oldsmar. In an atmosphere of warmth, courtesy, respect and integrity, they happily serve families and individuals throughout the Tampa Bay area. Dr. Tran grew up in Orlando, FL and earned his Bachelor of Science from the University of Florida. In 2001 he received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University Of Florida College Of Dentistry. In 2010, Dr. Tran opened Mangrove Bay Dentistry with a “patient-first” philosophy and a mission to make your smile and comfort his top priority. Their entire TEAM is dedicated to providing you with the personalized, high quality dental care that you deserve. At Mangrove Bay Dentistry they treat their patients like family and
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friends. They carefully create dental treatment plans that are right for their patients’ lifestyle and needs. Mangrove Bay Dentistry TEAM truly cares about their patients’ oral health and wellbeing. They take care of PEOPLE and their SMILES, not just teeth. That’s why Dr. Tran continues to exceed the requirements in continuing education and is a member of the American Dental Association, Florida Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, Florida Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and Academy for Sports Dentistry as well as several other local associations, West Coast District Dental Association, Upper Pinellas County Dental Associations, Seattle Study Club/ Pinnacle Study Club. Dr. Tran’s clinical TEAM is composed of highly trained professionals, who are equally as committed to their continuing education as he is. Each member of his team is highly experienced, compassionate and committed to each patient. They aim to improve each patient’s health, appearance, self-confidence and overall quality of life. Mangrove Bay Dentistry is an advocate of preventative dentistry and strives to stop serious dental problems before they occur. Taking proper care of your teeth and prevention is a much easier and less traumatic solution than having to fix
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major dental problems and emergencies. In keeping with their treatment philosophy, Mangrove Bay Dentistry’s TEAM treats patients' smiles with the most effective, and least invasive dental treatments available. Whether you want to reclaim your oral health or transform the appearance of your smile (or both), your treatment process will begin with a thorough dental examination and cleaning. Your SMILE is your first impression to the world, a great SMILE provides great confidence, and together your confidence in your SMILE provides long healthy relationships that could last a lifetime. Mangrove Bay Dentistry offers several dental services including comprehensive exam and dental hygiene care, treatment of gum disease (soft tissue management), restorative and cosmetic dentistry; implant restorations, dentures (full, partials and repairs), occlusal and athletic mouth guard and pediatric dental care. They utilize the latest technologies— including anti-anxiety comfort measures and nitrous oxide, hybrid
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dentures with implants, porcelain veneers, digital x-rays, oral cancer screening and orthodontics (ClearCorrect). Mangrove Bay Dentistry offers a full range of restorative treatments and has expertise in treating complex oral health problems to provide the most beautiful and highly functional results. Dr. Tran has completed advanced clinical training at some of the most prestigious dental education programs in the country. “There are always new technology and updates in dentistry,”
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says Dr. Tran. “At Mangrove Bay Dentistry we make sure we have stateof-the-art technology and equipment and well trained in the latest advanced procedures, but remain dedicated in our focus of customer service. We want our patients to not only enjoy being here, but also to want to come visit us. One of my favorite parts of being a dentist is the relationships I’ve built with my patients and their families.” The TEAM at Mangrove Bay Dentistry understands that you have a busy schedule and that you don’t want to make going to the dentist an all day affair, especially if you are just going in for minor work or a “cleaning”. Dr. Tran and his TEAM will always respect your time; they want to break the negative stigma that many people have about going to the dentist – thinking that dentists always run late. Dr. Tran says, “We value our patients’ time and do our best to stay on time. We don’t like to make our patients wait and do our best to get you in and out as quickly as possible while still offering the very best in dental care.” Have you been diagnosed with Sleep Apnea? If you find yourself experiencing the periodic break in breathing during sleep, visiting the dentist may not be your first thought. In many cases a compact, comfortable oral appliance is the best option to keep
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your airway clear and allow you to sleep soundly through the night. When worn, patients may begin to see dramatic improvement in the quality of their sleep almost immediately. Many patients prefer wearing an oral appliance over a CPAP machine. What about emergencies? Should a dental emergency occur, Mangrove Bay Dentistry will make every effort to see and care for you as soon as possible. They truly believe in building long lasting relationships with each of their patients starting with trust; whether it is a long time patient and/ or friend, or someone with a dental emergency and need a dentist ASAP. They understand how uneasy some patients may feel about their dental visits, they also know how they can make a difference by providing a relaxing and positive experience. At Mangrove Bay Dentistry their mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of children, youth and adults by offering the highest quality dental care in a private office atmosphere. Make an appointment today… they’ll give you a reason to smile! Mangrove Bay Dentistry 13998 W Hillsborough Ave Tampa, FL 33635 (813) 940-5697 Monday Friday: 8:00am - 4:00pm
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