About Your Dentist

My Mission

“My goal is to provide the best possible dental care to our patients in a personalized and respectful environment improving in that manner their overall health.”

Education & Continuing Education

Doctor of Dental Medicine
University of Florida – Gainesville, Florida

Doctor of Dental Medicine
Odontologia Universidad Del Valle – Cali, Colombia, SA

Dr. Paredes is fluent in Spanish. 

Life & Hobbies

Dr. Paredes was born in Gainesville, Florida, before moving to Colombia, SA, with her family. While there, she obtained her first dental degree. She worked in Colombia, SA, as a dentistry for 10 years before eventually moving back to the United States with her two sons. She went on to attend the University of Florida, where she acquired her second dental degree, graduating in 2000. Dr. Paredes was employed as a dentist in the Ocala area for about ten years before deciding to to join Dr. Magyar at Advanced Dentistry of Citrus County – Lecanto, where she has enjoyed working for the past 11 years and looks forward to many more to come.

Outside of dentistry, Dr. Paredes loves spending time with her two beautiful granddaughters in Arkansas, whom she spoils every time she visits. Her youngest son lives in Colorado and she frequently visits him to spend time together and enjoy the lovely Colorado scenery. At home in Citrus County, Dr. Paredes and her boyfriend love to spend time outdoors. The couple enjoys a variety of outdoor activities including going to the beach, hiking nature trails, boating, and scalloping. The couple also enjoys cheering on their favorite football teams, the Gators and Bucs. In her free time, Dr. Paredes also enjoys painting and crocheting, and thanks to the pandemic- making lemonade out of lemons!

My Mission

“My goal is to provide the highest level of dental care to each and every patient in a caring manner.”

Education & Continuing Education

Doctor of Dental Surgery
Ohio State University – Columbus, Ohio

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy
Ohio State University – Columbus, Ohio

Dr. Magyar provides a wide range of dentistry services, with a special focus in laser dentistry assisted dental and facial esthetic procedures.

Professional Memberships

Dr. Magyar is an active member of the American Dental Association and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.

Life & Hobbies

Dr. Magyar has been and continues to be directly involved in the innovation of dental procedures, dental materials, and dental products. He is a consultant to major dental companies in Digital Dentures and guided full-arch immediate implants and dental restoration.

Away from the office, Dr. Magyar enjoys international bicycling with his wife, Heidi.

My Mission

“I believe in ‘life changing dentistry.’ Many people are inhibited due to their dental appearance. There is also fear that the treatment will be painful. I would like to change these perceptions. I believe that dentistry can be a pleasant, enjoyable, and rewarding experience. And because dental health is an integral part of the general health, I would like to give people the opportunity to improve their general health and self-image, making dentistry a lifetime health care experience.”

Education & Continuing Education

Doctor of Dental Medicine
University of Alabama at Birmingham – Birmingham, Alabama

Bachelor of Dental Surgery
Baghdad University – Baghdad, Iraq

Bachelor of Dental Science
Mustansiriyah University – Baghdad, Iraq

Dr. Atra is certified in Invisalign® treatment and has completed many hours of continuing education to further his knowledge of dentistry.

Professional Memberships

Dr. Atra is an active member of the American Dental Association and the Iraqi Dental Association.

Life & Hobbies

Away from the office, Dr. Atra enjoys biking, running, and a variety of other physical fitness activities – especially outside among nature! Dr. Atra believes staying active and enjoying nature contributes to his positive mental health and general well-being. In his free time, he also enjoys sports and creating music.

My Mission

“One of my main goals is to empower patients by educating them about the importance of oral health. My passion for dentistry began after high school when I began working as a dental office receptionist, and then as a dental assistant for 13 years alongside a dentist, gaining knowledge and first-hand experience. I am driven by my passion for and love of oral health and the impact I am able to create in my patients’ lives one smile at a time.”

Education & Continuing Education

Doctor of Dental Medicine
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine School of Dental Medicine – Bradenton, Florida

Bachelor of Science
St. Petersburg College – St. Petersburg, Florida

Professional Memberships

Dr. Sanchez Garrido is a member of the American Dental Association and the Florida Dental Association.

Life & Hobbies

Born in Bogota, Columbia, Dr. Sanchez Garrido is fluent in both English and Spanish. Her family moved to Tampa when she was five years old. She recently moved to the Springhill area

Outside of the office, Dr. Sanchez Garrido loves spending time with her husband, two children, and two fur babies. She also enjoys crafting, dancing, music, and spending time in the sun. Active in the community, for the past 10 years she has volunteered for free dental days and Give Kids a Smile.