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Meet Your Brooksville Dentists

Tampa endodontist Elena Kan, DDS, MS, specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of endodontic issues associated with the tooth pulp, which is the soft tissue located inside the root canal.  Dr.Kan performs simple and complex endodontic procedures to relieve pain and restore teeth.  She treats patients age eight and older.

Dr. Kan was a general dentist for 10 years before she decided to specialize in endodontics. After completing her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree, she continued her Endodontics training at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where she was awarded her Certificate in Endodontics and a Master of Science degree.

Dr. Kan is a member of the American Association of Endodontists, American Dental Association, and Florida Dental Association.

Dr. James Nguyen specializes in early orthodontic treatment for elementary school-aged children, as well as braces and aligner options for tweens, teens, and adults. He’ll talk to you about your specific needs and goals and create a customized treatment plan. You’ll leave your first appointment with a clear understanding of your treatment options, the length of time the treatment should take, and how you can fit the cost into your family budget.

Dr. Nguyen is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists. He earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree, Certificate in Orthodontics, and Master of Science in Dentistry degree from Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine in Ft. Lauderdale. His undergraduate degree is from the University of Houston.

Richard Paternoster, DDS, provides general dentistry services to patients starting at age 12. His services include dental exams, fillings, crowns, bridges, dentures, dental implant restorations, crown lengthening, extractions, periodontal disease management, root canal therapy and retreatment, veneers, and professional teeth whitening. In addition, his office strives to accommodate same-day emergency dental appointments.

Dr. Paternoster has been a practicing dentist since 2002. He earned his dental degree at State University of New York at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. His undergraduate degree is from City University of New York, Baruch College. Dr. Paternoster is a member of the American Dental Association and Florida Dental Association and is fluent in English and Spanish.