About Your Dentist

DeWitt Wilkerson, III, DMD

"Success is knowing your purpose in life, growing to reach your maximum potential, and sowing seeds that benefit others." – John Maxwell

Education & Continuing Education
Doctor of Dental Medicine
University of Florida College of Dentistry – Gainesville, Florida

Bachelor of Science
Emory University – Atlanta, Georgia

Dr. DeWitt "Witt" Wilkerson joined Dr. Peter Dawson's private practice in 1982. He has provided 42 years of invaluable experience in a world-renowned clinical culture. Dr. Wilkerson has lectured extensively on the following subjects:

  • Smile Design
  • Restorative Dentistry
  • Dental Occlusion (Bite Correction)
  • Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD)
  • Airway/Dental Sleep Medicine
  • Integrative Dental Medicine

He has served as a Founding Faculty Member and Director of Dental Medicine at the Dawson Academy, providing 800+ days of lectures and hands-on instruction to over 5,000 dentists. His book, "The Shift: The Dramatic Movement Toward Health Centered Dentistry," provides a step-by-step guide to implementing a complete health-focused practice through dentistry.

Professional Memberships

Dr. Wilkerson's other professional and community involvement includes:

  • Founder and CEO of Integrative Dental Medicine (IDM) Scholar Society
  • Past president of the American Academy of Oral Systemic Health (AAOSH)
  • Past president of the American Equilibration Society (AES)
  • Adjunct Professor – University of Florida College of Dentistry
  • Special Lecturer, the L.D. Pankey Institute
  • American Dental Association (ADA) President's Task Force on Sugar & Nutrition
  • Co-chair ADA Annual Symposium: Dentistry's Role in Complete Health
  • Dental Advisory Council, Christian Medical & Dental Associations
  • Elder Council Member, Faith Covenant Church
  • Past St. Petersburg Men's Teaching Leader, Bible Study Fellowship International (BSF)

Life & Hobbies
Dr. Wilkerson has been happily married to Patricia Wilkerson since 1980 and is blessed with three married children and five wonderful grandchildren! He enjoys golf and traveling, especially on dental mission trips to Africa, Romania, Nicaragua, and Panama.

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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

My Mission

“My mission is to change lives and create lifelong healthy smiles by providing high-quality treatment and care to our community while making every patient feel like family.”

Education & Continuing Education

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

Bachelor of Science
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga – Chattanooga, Tennessee

Dr. Ammon has completed certification in Invisalign treatment. He works diligently, treating all patients thoroughly and comprehensively. Dr. Ammon particularly enjoys cosmetic dentistry and being a part of a patient's smile makeover journey.

Professional Memberships

Dr. Ammon is a proud member of the Academy of Laser Dentistry.

Life & Hobbies

Outside of dentistry, Dr. Ammon enjoys spending time with his wife, Emily, and their Pomeranian, Milagro. They relocated to Florida in the Fall of 2023 from Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Ammon is a big sports fan who enjoys cheering for his favorite teams, the Pittsburgh Steelers and Tennessee Vols. Go Big Orange! Lastly, Dr. Ammon enjoys exploring all the wonderful amenities St. Pete offers, from the beautiful beaches and sporting events to restaurants. Dr. Ammon is honored to be part of this city and call it home!

If you see him in public, Dr. Ammon always encourages his patients to say hello!

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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.