Dr. Michelle Smitley was born in Chicago, Illinois and raised in Orlando, FL. Dr. Smitley received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutritional Sciences from the University of Florida in Gainesville. Following graduation, she completed her D.M.D. degree at Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine in Ft. Lauderdale, FL and was honored to receive the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Predoctoral Student Award of Merit. Dr. Smitley continued on to complete her Pediatric Specialty training at Nova Southeastern University, providing treatment for children at Miami Children’s Hospital, Broward General Hospital, and Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital.