In-office sedation · Special needs care · Tampa & St. Pete

Dentistry without the fear — for every patient.

We provide sedation, cosmetic, restorative, and preventive care for families and patients with special needs. Located next to Tampa General Hospital, with a second office in St. Petersburg.

4.9 · 362 Google reviews
Files claims with most major dental insurance · CareCredit accepted
Sedation certified
Nitrous, oral, in-office
Special needs care
Compassionate, unhurried
Two locations
Tampa · St. Petersburg
On-time schedule
We respect your time
Our specialty

Care that meets every patient where they are.

Families across Tampa Bay choose us because we take the time others won't. Dr. Powless is certified in administering anesthesia that is "painless," and our team is experienced with nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and in-office IV anesthesia — so anxious patients and adults and children with special needs can receive complete dental care in a single, comfortable visit.

Because our Tampa office sits next door to Tampa General Hospital, sedation cases that other practices have to refer out, we handle right here. No outpatient scheduling. No second trip.

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What we treat

A full range of dental care, under one roof.

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Sedation Dentistry

Nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and in-office anesthesia. Dr. Powless is experienced and certified in administering anesthesia that is "painless."

Special Needs Dentistry

Slow, gentle, unhurried visits for children and adults with special needs. Our team has decades of experience and the comfort tools to match.

Preventive Care & Cleanings

Routine cleanings, exams, and patient education for the whole family — keeping smiles healthy long before any treatment is needed.

Cosmetic & Whitening

A beautiful, confident smile changes lives. From whitening to tooth-colored fillings, we shape natural-looking results that feel like you.

Implants, Crowns & Bridges

Restorative dentistry that rebuilds bite, function, and confidence — from single implants to full-arch reconstruction.

Periodontal Therapy

Targeted gum disease treatment, from deep cleanings to ongoing maintenance — protecting the foundation your smile depends on.

From our patients

Excellent. 4.9 across 362 Google reviews.

The words our patients use, not ours.

"Wow! The care and attention this team gives is absolutely incredible. I have super sensitive teeth, so the numbing treatment for my teeth/gums made such a difference. My teeth are super clean and I was actually happy to book my next appointment in 6 months. Will never go anywhere else for dental care!"
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Pam V
Google review · 2 months ago
"Dr. Powless is excellent in all the ways — knowledgeable, compassionate, and a great disposition. My daughter has autism and Dr. Powless takes care of her dental health, sometimes under sedation when necessary. The dental hygienist, Yaneisy, does a great job and is very patient with my daughter's challenging behavior."
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Jenny Longhi
Google review · 4 months ago
"It's always a pleasure to see the excellence in service and professionalism. They are very knowledgeable, friendly and always willing to help my special needs son to feel comfortable and safe. Thanks for your team's excellence and commitment."
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Nannette
Google review · 4 months ago
Meet our dentists

The team behind the chair.

Four dentists, one philosophy: treat our patients like our family.

Meet the full team
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R. Andrew Powless, DMD

Owner / Dentist

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Jose F. Matos, DDS

Dentist

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William "Larry" Hendry, DMD

Part-Time Associate Dentist

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Carson Rushmore, DDS

Dentist

Two Tampa Bay locations

Find the office closest to you.

Tampa · Davis Blvd

Tampa Office

Located next to Tampa General Hospital, with free parking in the parking garage.

Address
1 Davis Blvd #103, Tampa, FL 33606
Email
tampa@drpowless.com
Hours
Mon–Thu 7:00am – 2:00pm
Fri 7:00am – 1:00pm
St. Petersburg · 16th St N

St. Petersburg Office

St. Pete Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, serving patients across Pinellas County.

Address
1747 16th St North, St. Petersburg, FL 33704
Hours
Mon–Thu 8:00am – 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am – 1:00pm

Ready when you are.

We file claims with most major dental insurance companies. If you don't have insurance, we offer payment plans and financing through CareCredit. Call, message, or book online.

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