MEET OUR STAFF
Your comfort and satisfaction are our top priorities. Our experienced staff will provide you caring support and individualized treatments that will make your dental experience comfortable and anxiety-free. Please contact our office for more information about how Dr. Sheldon can help you smile again! |
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What Our Patients Say
Everyone is very professional and I like the very caring atmosphere. I especially appreciate that I am not criticized about my habits but always given positive feedback. Coming to the office is always a pleasure - a chance to see my friends. I know I am in good hands.
Dr. Sheldon and his staff are professional, capable and friendly. They go out of their way to serve their patients.
Wow! I have teeth again! I can't believe I didn't even dread coming here because Dr. Sheldon and all the staff are so pleasant, agreeable and competent. You have a tremendous team.
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Lee N. Sheldon, D.M.D
 Dr. Lee Sheldon, originally from Springfield, Massachusetts, graduated from Clark University, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, and University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine. His training includes residencies at Fort Sill, Oklahoma and the University of Connecticut. Dr. Sheldon has also attended many dental implant programs including an extended program at the Medical College of Georgia.
Active in his community, Dr. Sheldon has served as Chairman of the dental department at Holmes Regional Medical Center, President of his synagogue, Director of the Brevard Study Club, and Southeast Regional Director of the Seattle Study Club. He also is on the courtesy faculty at the University of Florida where he teaches in the graduate department of Periodontics.
A sought after lecturer, Dr. Sheldon often speaks to local groups both in and out of dentistry, and has spoken nationally on dental implants, practice management and communication. His health and medical program, Check Up, was broadcast for over eight years and his radio program, Alternative Mainstream, was on the air for two years. He now makes guest appearances on radio both here and nationally.
Dr. Sheldon's primary dental interest is in dental reconstruction, and has initiated many programs, including the first computer-generated dental implant reconstruction to be placed in Central Florida. He is also the first periodontist in Central Florida to have introduced the periodontal endoscope to assist in non-surgical treatment of periodontal disease.
Dr. Sheldon and his wife, Eleanor, have three children.
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Jamie
N. Amir, B.D.S, M.S
 Dr. Jamie Amir was born and raised in London, England, where he completed
his dental training in 2003 at Guy’s, King’s and St. Thomas’ School of
Medicine. He moved to Florida upon completion of his training to be nearer
his immediate family. His training includes 2 years as a Fellow at the
Center for Implant Dentistry at the University of Florida, where he undertook
extensive training in all aspects of implant dentistry. He completed
his training in Periodontics at the University of Florida in May 2009.
He has attended numerous dental implant programs across the country as
well as in Europe.
Dr. Amir has articles published in national dental journals, and intends
to continue this trend throughout his practice career. He has lectured
with his identical twin brother Simon, who is also a dentist, to local
church groups on nutrition and periodontal disease. His Masters thesis
was in the field of periodontal inflammatory processes and their relation
to diabetic conditions. He is also a strong proponent of preventive medicine.
During his training in Periodontics, Dr Amir and Dr. Sheldon were introduced
while Dr. Sheldon was donating his time as a courtesy faculty in the
Graduate Periodontology clinic at the University of Florida. Dr. Amir
and Dr. Sheldon quickly became friends; each was impressed by each others
surgical skills and enthusiasm for total patient care.
Dr. Amir’s other passion is for music, and he spends much of his spare
time playing the classical guitar and piano. In addition, he is an avid
nature photographer, and a proud uncle to his niece, Margaux.
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Eleanor Sheldon, Deputy Executive Director
Eleanor grew up in Providence, RI. She met Lee in college and they married in 1973. Their oldest son, Daniel, is a television sports anchor; their daughter, Stephanie, works as a transcriptionist in the office; and, their youngest son, Matthew, attends Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. Eleanor has been working in the office since it opened in 1980. In her spare time, she enjoys playing tennis, biking, reading and taking care of her Cornish Rex cat as well as many foster cats.
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Danyel Joyner, Office Manager/Surgical Assistant/IV Therapist/Phlebotomy
Danyel has been a dental assistant for over eight years and loves it! She
most enjoys taking care of patients and making a difference in a patient's
smile makeover. In her free time, Danyel spends time with her husband,
Bobby, and their three children, Taylor, Andrew, and the newest addition,
Abygail. She enjoys watching them grow, excel in their sports, and exploring
new things with them. She says, "Working for Dr. Sheldon and his staff
is very rewarding. We all work great together and enjoy providing the best
treatment possible for all our patients."
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Rebecca Smyth-Caudill, Registered Dental Hygienist/Director of Technical Services
Rebecca has been an instrumental part of our office since 1984. During her tenure, Rebecca has become extremely skilled in periodontal root planing. Never short on conversation, Rebecca puts her patients at ease talking about the adventures of her three dogs. When asked why Rebecca likes working in our office she states "The people I work with; the patients; the ethics. We are very professional and up-to-date on innovative procedures." Rebecca, her husband Greg, and her three dogs live in Valkaria.
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Patricia M. Greenleaf (Trish), Registered Dental Hygienist
Trish has an A.S. in Dental Hygiene from the University of Bridgeport,
Connecticut (1976). She joined the practice in 1988, working part-time
for 12 years. After taking time off for several years to be home with her
teenagers, Trish is back working part-time. "I love working for Dr.
Lee Sheldon and we have a wonderful staff," says Trish. Trish and
her husband Bill have been married 30 years and have two children, ages
23 and 19. She has lived in Florida since 1976 and in Indialantic for the
past 21 years.
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Laura Clancy, Surgical Assistant in Charge
Laura was born in Big Spring, Texas. She has one son who is busy in college
and is active in sport activities. Laura's hobbies include utilizing her
culinary degree for friends and family, walking and gardening. She is also
a facilitator at Ascension Catholic Church for the separated and divorced
group. She went back to school outside of the San Francisco Bay area to
continue her Dental Assistant training. Laura enjoys working at Dr. Sheldon's
office for various reasons such as "Having a wonderful, friendly staff;
everyone puts forth 100% for the best care possible; and helping people
achieve the look they want for esthetics and health reasons. This is the
most satisfying reward one can get out of a career. We change lives for
a living!"
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Nicole Aldridge, Lead Surgical Assistant
Nicole was born and raised in Orlando, FL. After having her first child
she and her husband, Shane, moved to Rockledge. Nicole has been a dental
assistant for over 8 years and is certified for phlebotomy and IV therapy.
Nicole has always enjoyed the dental field, and bringing people bright
smiles is a true delight for her. Nicole says, “Dr. Sheldon is an amazing
periodontist, and can do wonderful things.” Nicole’s hobbies include most
outdoor activities, running, bicycling, volleyball and going to the beach.
Spending time with her 3 year old is very valuable. Nicole and Shane have
expanded their family with a new baby girl, Raina, born in March.
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Stephanie
Sheldon, Marketing Director/Transcriptionist
Stephanie was born and raised in Melbourne, FL . She graduated from Florida
State University in 2005. Her father (Dr. Sheldon) is very happy to have
her working in the office. In her spare time, Stephanie enjoys traveling,
baking, knitting, and caring for her two dogs. She says "My favorite
part about working in Dr. Sheldon's office is seeing all of the patient's
healthy, post-operative smiles!"
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Courtenay Zambrano, Surgical Assistant
Courtenay was born in Melbourne and raised in Tallahassee, Florida. She attended the Dental Assisting Program atBrevard Community College where she earned her Expanded Functions certificate. She has been assisting in the dental field since 2006. Courtenay enjoys spending time with her husband, Michael, and chasing after their little girl Malia. Courtenay also loves to sing and play the piano, both of which she utilizes at her church each week. Aside from music, she enjoys shopping, volleyball, and walks with her family. Courtenay says, “Dr. Sheldon and Dr. Amir are great doctors that really enjoy what they do. They’re not only concerned about a patient’s oral health, but a patient’s general health as well.”
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