Leaman Family Dental

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Jessica - Dental Hygienist

Jessica moved from St. Louis, Missouri, to Seminole, Florida, when she was in elementary school.  She has AA degrees in both PreMed and Dental Hygiene from St. Petersburg College.  Jess always knew that she enjoyed the healthcare setting.  She enjoys the challenge of making patients feel comfortable and at home in a often stressful environment.  She finds it rewarding to have a patient enjoy his/her dental visit and look forward to returning.  Jess enjoys playing with her two children as well as being outside.  She also enjoys gardening, biking, camping, and kayaking.  


Teri - Dental Hygienist

 

Teri is a St. Petersburg native and enjoys all things St. Pete has to offer.  She has been a lifelong Buccaneers and Rays fan.  She and her son enjoy traveling, theme parks, and cultural arts.  After a lengthy career in orthodontics, she acquired her AA degree in Applied Sciences in Dental Hygiene from the Concorde Career Institute in Tampa.  Teri is passionate about the oral-systemic connection, bite function, and jaw health with a focus on patient education.  She prioritizes patient safety and comfort at each appointment!



Kelly - Front Office/Receptionist

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Kelly brings 15 years of experience in the dental industry, with a background that includes dental assisting and office management. Known for her warm personality and genuine love of people, she takes pride in getting to know each patient and helping them feel comfortable from the moment they arrive. Born and raised in Long Island, Kelly always dreamed of living in Florida, just like her grandparents and great-grandparents. Today, she feels grateful to wake up every morning to sunshine and palm trees—a setting that perfectly matches her naturally positive outlook. Family is at the heart of everything Kelly does. She has been married to her husband for 25 years, and together they have three wonderful boys. In her free time, she enjoys cooking and staying active through golfing, pickleball, walking trails, boating, swimming, and spending days at the beach. She also loves board games and any activity that brings people together. Kelly believes the best way to start each day is with a positive mindset and a smile—something she strives to share with every patient who walks through the door.



Rachel - Front Office/Receptionist


Rachel has been working in dentistry for more than 20 years.  In high school, she graduated one year early with high honors while also earning college credits.  Then, she went on to earn her bachelor's degree in science at the University of Pittsburgh.  She is a huge Tampa Bay Rays fan and attends many games.  In her free time, she loves to spend time with her daughter, play shuffleboard, swim and sun at the pool, and volunteer at local women's and animal shelters. 



Karen - Dental Assistant


Bio coming soon!



Carolina - Dental Assistant


Carolina was born and raised in St. Petersburg, Florida, and loves seeing her hometown continue to grow and evolve. She graduated from Northeast High School’s Finance Program before earning her Associate of Arts degree from St. Petersburg College. As a dental assistant, Carolina enjoys getting to know each patient and being a part of their journey toward achieving a happy, healthy smile. She is passionate about helping others and believes in always doing the right thing. Family is Carolina’s greatest motivation. Coming from a large, close-knit family that gathers almost every week, she values the strong connections and support that family provides. She believes in staying true to herself, having faith, and embracing lifelong learning. Carolina knows that setbacks are simply opportunities to grow and that failing is okay as long as you learn from the experience. When she’s not in the office, Carolina enjoys exploring all that St. Petersburg has to offer, especially its local restaurants and beautiful beaches with her boyfriend. Her hobbies include painting, drawing, longboarding, and playing soccer. She also loves adventure and has driven across the country with her best friend, visiting 12 U.S. National Parks along the way.

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