Meet our team
Our team was built with a shared goal - to give patients their dream smile. Get to know us!
Meet the doctor
Maliha Fatima, DMD, MS
“My mission is to provide the best possible care for my patients in a comfortable, welcoming environment. I treat all my patients with compassion and warmth, and I believe in treating people with kindness.”
-Maliha Fatima, DMD, MS
Experience
After working as a general dentist for several years, Dr. Fatima returned to the University of Florida, College of Dentistry, to specialize in Periodontics. As a periodontist, Dr. Fatima firmly believes in treating periodontal disease and achieving a healthy oral environment. Being a periodontist also means being a specialist in implants and when a tooth cannot be saved, it can be replaced with an implant.
Education
Doctor of Dental Medicine
University of Florida, College of Dentistry - Gainesville, Florida
Master of Science in Periodontology
University of Florida, College of Dentistry - Gainesville, Florida
Bachelor of Science
Nova Southeastern University – Davie, Florida
Born in India, Dr. Fatima moved to the United States when she was 10 years old and grew up in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. As a periodontist, Dr. Fatima firmly believes in treating periodontal disease and achieving a healthy oral environment. In addition to spending time with her son and husband, Dr. Fatima loves to read, travel, hike, workout at the gym, and ride her Peloton bike.
Meet the doctor
Christopher A. Bonesteel, DMD
"Being a dentist is a great privilege. I love interacting with my patients and their families and seeing the life-changing impact I can make by providing quality dental care - it's extraordinary."
-Christopher A. Bonesteel, DMD
Experience
Dr. Christopher Bonesteel holds a Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry.
Dr. Bonesteel is certified in Nitrous Oxide Sedation and Invisalign. He is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry and the International Association of Student Clinicians.
"The forefather of modern dentistry, G.V. Black said, 'The professional dentist has no other right than being a continuous student,’ and I agree completely. In order to constantly provide the best care, dentists must consistently advance their knowledge. That's why my team and I will take every opportunity to further our dental expertise and better serve our patients."
Education
Doctor of Dental Medicine
University of Florida College of Dentistry - Gainesville, Florida
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
Florida State University - Tallahassee, Florida
"My team and I strive to provide excellent care in a stress-free, comfortable environment. I also want to emphasize the importance of lifetime care and detecting/treating problems before serious issues develop - that way my patients' overall health will be sustained." Dr. Bonesteel currently resides in Ocala, FL. He is a volunteer for Relay for Life, the Five Points of Life Marathon, St. Francis House, the Ronald McDonald House, and the Alachua County Humane Society. In his free time, Dr. Bonesteel enjoys biking, cooking, and gardening.