Meet Your Gainesville Dentists
Dr. Simon Brodsky, General Dentist
Dr. Simon Brodsky obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Anthropology at the University of Florida in Gainesville, and earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from New York University College of Dentistry. When he’s not at work, Dr. Brodsky enjoys spending time swimming, boxing, fishing, archery, reading and building model ships. He is also fluent in English, Hebrew and Spanish.
Dr. Brodsky treats adults, teenagers, and children as young as eight years old. He provides thorough exams and smile assessments, teeth cleanings, fillings, extractions, crown and bridgework, dentures, dental implant restorations, oral cancer screenings, periodontal disease management, teeth whitening, root canal therapy, veneers, and pain relief services. In addition, his team strives to accommodate same-day emergency dental appointments.
Dr. Priyanka Sharma, General Dentist
Priyanka Sharma, DDS, is a compassionate and skilled dental professional dedicated to delivering exceptional care to patients of all ages. Dr. Sharma earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the Herman Ostrow College of Dentistry at the University of Southern California, where she was recognized on the Dean’s List for her academic excellence. Dr. Sharma also holds a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from Panineeya Institute of Dental Sciences in Hyderabad, India, where she graduated with top honors. Her clinical expertise includes restorative dentistry, root canal treatments, removable and fixed prosthodontics, pediatric dental care, periodontics, and comprehensive diagnosis and treatment planning.
Dr. Sharma is heavily involved in community outreach, having volunteered with the Neighborhood Mobile Dental Van Prevention Program in Los Angeles, providing vital dental services to underserved populations. She gained further expertise through an externship at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, where she worked alongside multidisciplinary teams in a leading pediatric environment. Dr. Sharma’s diverse experience also includes dental assisting in New York, a clinical preceptorship at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, and a dental internship in India. Outside of dentistry, Dr. Sharma enjoys cooking, playing the guitar, hiking, and practicing yoga. She is fluent in English, Dzongkha, Hindi, and Nepali, demonstrating her commitment to creating a welcoming environment for all patients. Her dedication to continuing education and personalized patient care is at the heart of her approach at Coast Dental.
