Courtney Nowicki, D.D.S.
Courtney Schlenker Nowicki, DDS, MS, FICOI, provides patients of all ages with the highest quality of dental care in a patient-oriented environment at the Center for Dental Excellence East Lake in Tarpon Springs, Florida. Dr. Nowicki is a native of Wapakoneta, Ohio. She received her Bachelor of Science in biology from the University of Toledo. After graduating, she obtained her Doctor of Dental Surgery and Master of Science from Virginia Commonwealth University, graduating in the top 5% of her class. Dr. Nowicki completed her residency in general practice, training in oral surgery, periodontal surgery, implants, root canals, and dental reconstruction. Therefore, she can offer a wide range of treatment options to patients that would, in many offices, be referred out. She was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU) and the Academic Honor Society (equivalent to Phi Beta Kappa in dentistry). She also completed the University of Florida’s Advanced Education in General Dentistry program (GPR). Dr. Nowicki received training in the DAWSON & L.D. Pankey restorative dental principles. In 2015, she received The International College of Dentists Humanitarian Award, The Virginia Dental Association Mission of Mercy Award of Excellence, and The Brown Award. Dr. Nowicki and her husband, Josh, are extremely busy keeping up with their little kids, Cameron and Hayes. In her little remaining free time she enjoys traveling, running, and any outdoor adventure to take advantage of the Florida sunshine.
Robert Christ, D.M.D.
Robert Christ, DMD, FAGD, FICOI, provides professional and value-based dentistry at the Center for Dental Excellence East Lake in Tarpon Springs, Florida. Dr. Christ has over 30 years of experience performing the treatments necessary to give patients a healthy and beautiful smile. He graduated magna cum laude from Mercer University with a Bachelor of Science. Dr. Christ then received his Doctor of Dental Medicine from the University of Florida College of Dentistry. After graduating, he completed fellowships at the International Congress of Oral Implantologists and the Academy of General Dentistry. Dr. Christ enjoys seeing the positive effects of dentistry every day and how technology has provided the means and methods to create gorgeous smiles. Individuals no longer have to settle for a smile they’re unhappy with but can gain confidence and improved self-esteem with a healthy grin. Every patient is unique, and Dr. Christ makes a point to listen to and meet a patient’s particular needs while providing the finest in optimal dental care. Dr. Christ and his staff believe in the power of education. They ensure their patients fully understand every aspect of the procedures conducted and have the knowledge to keep their mouths healthy and looking fantastic for years to come. His goal is satisfaction, and Dr. Christ works hard so that every patient leaves the office excited and overjoyed about the improvements in their smile.