MEET THE TEAM
Meet the team behind your smile
Our team was built with a shared goal - to give patients their dream smile. Get to know us!
765 State Road 559, Auburndale
Call Us: (863) 356-3474
765 State Road 559, Auburndale
Call Us: (863) 356-3474
“I genuinely believe the smile is power; it gives confidence, attitude, and aptitude to change atmospheres and surroundings. My mission is to ensure that my patients encounter a life-changing experience while I deliver high-quality dental care. With passion, compassion, and a friendly environment, I will elicit improvements in the oral health and the smiles of my community.”
-Sherley Rivera Lopez, DMD
Meet the doctor
Sherley Rivera Lopez, DMD
"Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy."
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Rivera loves spending quality time with her friends and family, staying involved with church activities, and going on mission trips. Her hobbies include watching movies, cooking, dancing, hiking and outdoor walking, and playing with her adorable dogs!
Experience
Dr. Rivera is an active member of the American Dental Association.
Education
Doctor of Dental Medicine
LECOM School of Dental Medicine – Bradenton, Florida
Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology
University of Central Florida – Orlando, Florida
“Smiles have the power to positively influence how others perceive us and how we perceive ourselves. My mission is to deliver high-quality dental treatment in a compassionate and supportive environment. I am dedicated to providing patient-centered care that empowers my patients to enhance their oral health and overall well-being while instilling confidence in their smiles.”
-Axita Patel, DMD
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Axita Patel, DMD
“A smile is happiness you’ll find right under your nose.”
Outside of the office, Dr. Patel enjoys spending time with her friends and family. Her hobbies include hosting movie and game nights, dancing, and watching the Game Show Network.
Experience
Dr. Patel is an active member of the American Dental Association.
Education
Doctor of Dental Medicine
University of Florida College of Dentistry – Gainesville, Florida
Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences
University of Florida – Gainesville, Florida
“My mission is to provide the most comfortable and compassionate dental care experience while keeping my patients informed and empowered about their oral health.”
-Chelsea R. Saffo, DDS
Meet the doctor
Chelsea R. Saffo, DDS
“You don’t have to brush all your teeth, just the ones you want to keep.”
Outside of the office, Dr. Saffo loves spending time with her husband, trying out new restaurants and foods, traveling to new places, and playing golf. They share their home with their adorable rescue corgi, Daisy, and enjoy taking her to the dog park and on walks during the weekends. In her free time, Dr. Saffo also enjoys reading, painting, and baking, which helps her relax and stay creative.
Experience
Dr. Saffo has pursued continuing education in airway management, cosmetic dentistry, and patient anxiety management. She is an active member of the Florida Dental Association.
Education
Doctorate of Dental Surgery
University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry – Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Bachelor of Science in Biology
University of Oklahoma – Norman, Oklahoma