SMILE SMART DENTAL CENTER - Key Persons


Dr. David C. Ashley

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  • Education & Experience
Dr. Ashley earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Western Ontario in London, Ontario, Canada before achieving his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at the University of Florida in Gainesville. He has been practicing for 12 years and is a member of a number of professional organizations, including the American Dental Association, the Florida Dental Association, the Florida West Coast Dental Association, and the Sarasota Dental Association. With a continual focus on making every dental visit enjoyable and productive, Dr. Ashley is devoted to helping his patients smile with confidence knowing that their oral health is well cared for. He's earned a reputation for treating patients like family, putting them at ease throughout every treatment and procedure, and for doing everything he can to help them keep their smile healthy and strong for life. When he's not caring for smiles, Dr. Ashley loves spending time with his wife Sabrina and his two children, Isaac and Sophia. His favorite hobbies include exercising, biking, riding, running, going to sporting events, and traveling. His claim to fame is that, as a teenager, he gave President Jimmy Carter a tour of Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada.

Dr. Mitchell M. Strumpf

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  • Education & Experience
Dr. Strumpf completed his undergraduate degree at Emory University and achieved his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry. Practicing for 47 years, he's served as a dental consultant to ABC's 20/20, a dentist in the Air Force Dental Corps, and he's been a valued part of our team since 2020. Dr. Strumpf is a lifetime member of the American Dental Association and the Florida Dental Association. Dedicated to making each of his patients feel at ease, Dr. Strumpf's focus is on preventive and comprehensive care. Rather than taking a "wait and watch" approach, he prioritizes proactive patient education and quick responses to decay, ensuring that each of his patients feels seen and heard throughout every dental experience.. During his downtime, Dr. Strumpf enjoys spending time with his wife, their three daughters, seven grandchildren, and his 11-year-old Maltese rescued dog named Matisse.