About Your Dentist

DeWitt WIlkerson, III, DMD

Dr. Wilkerson graduated from Emory University (B.S.) and the University of Florida, College of Dentistry (D.M.D.), where he completed a research mentorship under Dr. Parker Mahan, world-renowned authority on facial pain/TMJ disorders. He then joined the Dawson, Roach & DuPont dental practice in 1982.

Dr. Wilkerson's work emphasizes restorative and esthetic (cosmetic) procedures. He is adept at doing "extreme makeovers" as well as simpler smile enhancement procedures. A perfectionist, he is meticulously dedicated to both the art and science of giving people a beautiful smile.

Having treated several thousand patients for various dental related problems, Dr. Wilkerson's expertise has led him to be an extremely popular educator and leader in dentistry. He has trained over 4,000 dentists through hands-on workshops with the Dawson Academy for Advanced Dental Studies, where he serves as a senior lecturer. He served in 2010-2011 as President of the American Equilibration Society, the leading organization in the world for the study of dental occlusion (bite) and Temporomandibular Disorders. He currently is president of the American Academy for Oral and Systemic Health (AAOSH). He works closely with local physicians treating headaches, snoring and sleep apnea through oral appliances.

Dr. Wilkerson and his terrific wife, Patricia, married in 1980 and have three wonderful children: Todd, Whitney and Ryan and an extraordinarily beautiful granddaughter, Carolina! The Wilkerson's enjoy all sports together and love to travel. They have taken several dental missions trips as a family to wonderful places such as Kenya and Romania.

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Kenton D. Brandimore, DMD

Dr. Brandimore attended the University of Florida for both his Bachelors and Doctor of Dental Medicine degrees. Upon completion of his dental degree, he was fortunate to attend the prestigious UF Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency program under the direction of Dr. Thomas Porter.

While in residency, he received comprehensive training in the areas of complex restorative treatment, occlusal (bite) disease, tissue grafting, endodontics, dental implants, and sedation dentistry.

Dr. Brandimore has been privileged to receive countless hours of education from some of the most prominent leaders in dental education including The Dawson Academy and Implant Educators. He believes that commitment to continual training is key to practicing predictable and complete dentistry. He is an active member of many educational organizations including the American Dental Association, Florida Dental Association, Pinellas County Dental Association, and West Coast District Dental Association.

Dr. Brandimore is passionate in researching the relationship between oral and systemic health. He believes that changes in lifestyle habits play an integral role in the reduction of systemic inflammation that otherwise contribute to cardiovascular, endocrine, pulmonary, and cognitive degeneration.

Dr. Brandimore married his high school sweetheart, Alex, and they have two beautiful daughters: Kennedy and Emery. The Brandimores enjoy Gator athletics, the outdoors, and spend most of their free time at the park with their girls.

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Blaine Ammon, DMD

"Let your smile change the world.”

My Mission

“To educate, treat, and deliver a positive dental experience to each and every patient while treating them as if they were family.

Education

Doctor of Dental Medicine
University of Louisville School of Dentistry- Louisville, Kentucky

Bachelor of Science in Biology
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga- Chattanooga Tennessee

Dr. Ammon donated his time at the Red Bird Clinic in Beverly, Kentucky, where he provided care to patients with limited access to healthcare.

Dr. Ammon is certified in Invisalign®, The Bottom Line, and Glidewell Dental Implants.

Professional Memberships

Dr. Ammon is an active member of the American Dental Association.

Life & Hobbies

Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and raised in Tennessee, Dr. Ammon loves taking long walks with his dog, Milagro. When not taking him to the park he can be found spending time with his family, reading, and watching movies. He also is a sportsman who enjoys working out and golfing. When not working he also can be found listening to classical music, watching football, or hanging out at the lake.

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Larry T. Lieberman, DDS

Dr. Larry Lieberman began his career as a dentist over 30 years ago. After his undergraduate studies at SUNY Cortland, NY he continued his education and graduated from the prestigious NYU College of Dentistry. He furthered his dental training as a resident at Bergen Pines County Hospital, Paramus, NJ. After a few short, snowy winters he moved south and has practiced in the Palm Harbor area since 1984.

Dr. Lieberman in his commitment to provide the best and most up-to-date care, has a strong belief in continuing education. Yearly he and his staff complete numerous hours of continuing education. He has graduated from the Pankey Institute of Dental Excellence and the Misch Institute for Implantology. Some other institutions of study are:

  • Pride Institute for Practice Management
  • Seattle Study Club
  • Institute of Aesthetic Advantage for Advanced Dental Studies
  • Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation
  • Various local study groups

In addition, he has lectured both locally and nationally on subjects such as cosmetic dentistry, practice management, snoring and sleep apnea, nutrition, non-surgical periodontal disease and lasers in dentistry. Dr. Lieberman teaches at the University of Florida.

Also important to Dr. Lieberman is his role in the civic and professional community.

He proudly belongs to and has held leadership positions in:

  • Palm Harbor Dentist, Dr Lieberman and Family
  • American Dental Association
  • West Coast Dental Association
  • American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
  • Florida Dental Association
  • Upper Pinellas Dental Association
  • Academy of Laser Dentistry
  • Fellow of the American Academy of General Dentistry
  • Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantology
  • Upper Pinellas Association Peer Review Advisor
  • Oldsmar/Palm Harbor Youth League - Baseball and Soccer Coach

Most recently he became one of the founding members and co-directors of the Gulf Coast Dental Outreach Clinic for adults near or at the poverty level.