Meet Dr. Muñoz
Dr. Muñoz joined Smiles of Fort Myers when it was founded in 2023. He started his career as a dentist in 2014 when he earned a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre Y Maestra, Santiago, Dominican Republic. After practicing in the Dominican Republic, Dr. Muñoz continued his studies at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine where he completed a two-year residency, earning his DDS. Prior to joining our Fort Myers office, he worked in various private dental offices in Southwest Florida including Ave Maria Dentistry, Naples Implant & Sedation Dentistry, Estero Bay Dental, and Community Dental Care.
Dr. Muñoz is passionate about providing patient-centered care and building relationships to facilitate trust. An active listener, he incorporates patient goals and concerns in all treatment recommendations, offering different options to meet their desired result. Patients appreciate Dr. Munoz’s compassionate attitude, gentle touch, and commitment to achieving the very best outcome for every patient.
Dr. Muñoz brings a diverse range of clinical skills to our Fort Myers office. From techniques for preserving teeth such as fillings, root canals, and crowns to extractions to implants, full restorations, and periodontal surgical procedures, he offers a broad array of solutions for his patients’ dental needs. He is a certified Invisalign provider.
Committed to bringing state-of-the-art care to his patients, Dr. Muñoz stays up-to-date with the latest developments through continuing education. Some examples of continuing education he has pursued include advanced endodontics (including root canals), implant placement, and comprehensive treatment planning.
Dr. Muñoz is fluent in Spanish and English.
Meet Dr. Orta
Dr. Orta holds a Doctor in Dental Surgery degree from Universidad Iberoamericana in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. She completed a two-year postdoctoral residency program as a Dental Resident at AEGD NYU Langone dental medicine. Prior to joining the Smiles of Fort Myers team in 2024, Dr. Orta treated patients at private practices in the area.
Dr. Orta’s areas of expertise include oral surgery, endodontic treatments, periodontics, operative, and restorative dentistry. Committed to staying abreast of the latest developments in dentistry and advancing her clinical expertise, Dr. Orta regularly participates in continuing education. Areas in which she has pursued advanced training include endodontics, oral rehabilitation, pain management, and infection control.
Patients appreciate Dr. Orta’s compassionate approach and commitment to building a trusting relationship with each patient. Patient communication is at the forefront of Dr. Orta’s clinical approach. She believes in taking the time to ensure patients understand not only the treatment recommendations but the reasons behind them as well as actions the patient can take to ensure the best possible outcome. An excellent communicator, Dr. Orta is effective at using the appropriate presentation style for a range of patients including children, the elderly, and those with health issues.
Dr. Orta is fluent in Spanish and English.
Meet Dr. Sanderford
For over 30 years, Dr. Sanderford has been serving the Fort Myers community with dedication and compassion. A graduate of the University of Tennessee HSC College of Dentistry, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his practice, ensuring that each patient receives the highest standard of care. The Smiles of Fort Myers team was thrilled when he decided to postpone his retirement and continue providing superior care to patients at this location under our new name.
Patient comfort and satisfaction are top priorities for Dr. Sanderford. Whether you’re a longtime patient or new to the practice, you can expect personalized care in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Dr. Sanderford’s gentle chair-side manner and accommodating approach have earned him praise from patients of all ages.
Dr. Sanderford is an active member of:
- The American Dental Association
- The Florida Dental Association