Dr. Hank A Silverman, DMD

Pediatric Dentistry

NPI: 1255427753

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Contact Information

Address

2770 NW 43RD STREET STE A
Gainesville, FL 32606

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(352) 377-7102

About This Provider

Dr. Hank Silverman is a pediatric dentist in Gainesville, Florida, with 20 years of experience helping children with their dental health. Before becoming a dentist, Dr. Silverman worked in journalism and broadcasting, which gives him a special talent for explaining dental care in ways that are easy to understand. He completed specialized training in pediatric dentistry and also has expertise in orthodontics, hospital dentistry, and forensic dentistry. Dr. Silverman is active in his community as a member of the Rotary Club of Parker and is passionate about making dental care accessible to young patients.

Specialties

Education & Training

  • Boston University - Graduate degree in Broadcasting and Film (Video)
  • Dental School - D.D.S. (graduated 1979)
  • University of Florida - B.A. in Journalism (1969)
  • Pediatric Dental Residency - Ann Arbor and Flint, Michigan (2 years)

Credential: DMD

NPI registered: 10/04/2006

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Areas of Focus

Pediatric DentistryOrthodonticsHospital DentistryForensic Dentistry

Professional Memberships

  • Rotary Club of Parker

Beyond the Office

Rotary Club of Parker member

Worked at University of Florida Medical and Dental Colleges producing audio-visual curriculum

Born in Miami Beach, FL

Originally trained in Journalism and Broadcasting/Film before pursuing dentistry

Had unique experience studying the dental curriculum he had previously produced

Gained experience in Forensic Dentistry during pediatric residency

Retired in 2013 after 36 years of practice

Married to Laura Zabala for 8 years

Has daughter Kasey (30) attending graduate school in Speech Language Pathology in Chicago

Has son Nick (Professional Engineer with Ph.D. in Water Resources/Hydrology) living in Missoula, MT with his wife (pediatrician) and 18-month-old daughter Edie

Loves to hunt, travel, and enjoy photography

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