Meet Your Tampa Dentists
Dr. Pamela Hite-Bocchino, General Dentist
Pamela Hite-Bocchino, DMD, treats adults, teenagers, and children starting at age 7. She provides preventive, restorative and cosmetic dental services including exams, fillings, crowns, bridges, dentures, dental implant restorations, extractions, root canal therapy, veneers, and teeth whitening. In addition, her team strives to accommodate dental emergencies on the same day.
Dr. Hite-Bocchino has been a practicing dentist since 1978. She earned her dental degree at Temple University School of Dentistry in PA. He undergraduate degree is from Kings College in Wilkes-Barre, PA. Dr. Hite-Bocchino is a member of the American Dental Association and is fluent in English and Spanish.
Dr. Chen He, Endodontist
Dr. Chen He has been helping patients smile more since 1999. She specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of problems associated with the dental pulp, which is the soft tissue located inside the root canal. She provides endodontic services including surgical and non-surgical root canal procedures to patients age 10 and older.
Dr. He earned her dental degree at Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine and completed her advanced endodontics training at SUNY Buffalo. She received her undergraduate degree at Capital University of Medicine in Beijing. She is a member of the American Association of Endodontists and is fluent in English and in Chinese.
Dr. Slaymon Shukoor, General Dentist
Slay Shukoor, DMD, brings a dynamic and comprehensive approach to dental care for all of his patients. With a foundational Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Georgia and a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Florida College of Dentistry, Dr. Shukoor’s academic background is both extensive and impressive. Throughout his education, he honed a particular interest and specialization in endodontics and general as well as cosmetic dentistry procedures. His skills were further developed through rigorous involvement in several research projects at the UF College of Dentistry’s Department of Endodontics. These projects have allowed Dr. Shukoor to contribute significantly to the field, particularly in understanding root canal therapies and the effectiveness of advanced techniques in biofilm removal.
Beyond his academic achievements, Dr. Shukoor’s commitment to serving underserved communities is evident through his volunteer work. His dedication to providing essential dental care in at-risk communities, both locally at the “We Care” Clinic and internationally in the Dominican Republic, reflects his deep commitment to global oral health. As a teaching assistant in both the departments of Endodontics and Prosthodontics at UFCD, Dr. Shukoor has proven his dedication to education, helping to shape the next generation of dental professionals with patience and expertise. A member of the American Association of Endodontics, he continuously strives to stay ahead of the latest advancements in dental technology and procedures, ensuring his patients receive the most advanced periodontal care available. At Coast Dental, Dr. Shukoor is excited to offer his deep knowledge, innovative approaches, and compassionate service to contribute to the healthy smiles and well-being of his patients.
Dr. Sandy Rofaiel, General Dentist
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