Dentist Near USF — University Area, FL

Your Trusted Dentist Near USF & the University Area

✓ Now Accepting New Patients — Students, Faculty & Families Welcome

Whether you’re a USF student, work near the university, or live in the University Area, Lake Magdalene Dental shares your 33613 zip code — we’re just west of campus, an easy drive along Fletcher or Bearss Avenue to N Florida Avenue. Led by Dr. Mateen Sheikh, our independent practice has earned a 5.0-star rating from more than 210 patient reviews by keeping care gentle, honest, and affordable to understand.

You Deserve Better Than the Corporate Chain

The Lake Magdalene Way

Our simple, patient-first approach is why University Area families keep coming back:

Understanding Your Dental Care Options

Great oral health starts with knowing what your smile needs. Care generally falls into three areas:

• Preventive — cleanings & exams, general dentistry.
• Restorative — implants, crowns & bridges, root canals, dentures.
• Cosmetic — whitening, veneers, smile makeovers.

Prevention delivers the biggest wins. The CDC notes oral health is closely tied to overall health, and the NIH’s NIDCR confirms regular checkups catch problems like gum disease early. We also welcome patients from nearby Temple Terrace and Lake Magdalene, and handle dental emergencies.

University Area Dental FAQs

How close are you to USF?
We’re in the same 33613 zip code — head west from campus on Fletcher or Bearss Avenue to N Florida Avenue.

I’m a student without dental insurance — can I still come in?
Yes. We explain every cost before treatment and recommend only what you actually need — nothing more.

Can you see me quickly for a toothache between classes?
Call us — we prioritize dental emergencies and same-day pain relief whenever possible. Waiting a week or two with a tooth problem usually makes it worse (and costlier).

How often should I see the dentist?
For most adults, every six months — a guideline echoed by the ADA’s MouthHealthy.