About Us
Since 1982, everyone at Sallapudi Orthodontics has been committed to providing you with the best experience by offering care in a warm and welcoming environment where we listen to you. We’ll find the most effective, efficient solutions that are right for your unique needs and smile concerns.
Meet Our Doctor
Dr. Sallapudi grew up on the Caribbean island of St. Lucia. He moved to Tampa to pursue a degree in mechanical engineering at the University of South Florida, where he met his future wife Neetha, a Tampa native. Then he realized he had a strong interest in dentistry, and he attended and graduated from the University of Maryland School of Dentistry. After completing an internship at the Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, Dr. Sallapudi received a master’s degree in orthodontics from the University of the Pacific in San Francisco.
Dr. Sallapudi became a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics in 2005. In 2010, he was chosen by the board from among hundreds of candidates to present an outstanding case report at the annual meeting of the American Association of Orthodontists.
After joining Dr. Ehrlich in 2003, Dr. Sallapudi was instrumental in introducing new technologies, including digital X-rays and paperless office administration. His longstanding interest in recent advances in orthodontics and customer service continues to influence the direction of the practice.
An avid USF Bulls fan, Dr. Sallapudi also has been a lifelong supporter of the Pittsburgh Steelers. He enjoys playing tennis, traveling, and volunteering as a speaker at a number of local schools. His wife Neetha is a board-certified family practice physician in Venice. They have two young daughters, Asha and Sarina, who attend Pine View School.
Meet Our Staff
JOB TITLE: Treatment Coordinator
FAVORITE PART OF MY JOB? Making connections with patients and walking them through the whole process and being excited with them.
HOBBIES? Reading, Crafts, Playing board games and cards (is Laughing a hobby- because we do that a lot!!?!?!!)
HOME TOWN? Grand Ledge, Michigan
SOMETHING FUN TO SHARE ABOUT MYSELF? I have been friends with my husband since 1st grade :) We have been married for over 20!
DREAM VACATION? Venice Italy, or Hogwarts!
JOB TITLE: Treatment Coordinator
FAVORITE PART OF MY JOB? Getting to know our patients and explaining every part of treatment.
HOBBIES? Exploring new places, trying new recipes, spending time with my hubby and family.
HOME TOWN? Portland, Oregon- originally from The Ukraine
SOMETHING FUN TO SHARE ABOUT MYSELF? I have a huge family! I'm 9th out of 11 kids total! Katie is a nickname :)
DREAM VACATION? Anywhere I have yet to explore! Greece and London would be cool to see. :)
JOB TITLE: Clinical Coordinator
FAVORITE PART OF MY JOB? Taking braces off, removing the glue is so satisfying!
HOBBIES? Wood working, Soccer on the weekends
HOME TOWN? Venice, Florida :)
SOMETHING FUN TO SHARE ABOUT MYSELF? I have made a lot of furniture for our our house and other people.
DREAM VACATION? Australia, or Alaskan Cruise
JOB TITLE: Business Manager
FAVORITE PART OF MY JOB? Seeing the transformation of so many smiles!
HOBBIES? Traveling, Enjoying time with my 3 grandchildren.
HOME TOWN? Monroe, Michigan
SOMETHING FUN ABOUT ME? We were an Air Force family for 21 years and lived in Spain for 3 years!
DREAM VACATION? Alaska and Greece
JOB TITLE? Lab Tech
FAVORITE PART OF MY JOB? I get to create something different everyday.
HOBBIES? Reading and I love to watch sports
HOME TOWN? Englewood, Florida
DREAM VACATION? Australia
JOB TITLE: Financial Coordinator
FAVORITE PART OF MY JOB? The teamwork with the Treatment Coordinators and working with patients to help them understand their insurance and financials.
HOBBIES? Gardening
HOME TOWN? Don't really have one- I've lived in 7 states!
SOMETHING FUN TO SHARE ABOUT MYSELF? I tinker on the piano and I sing soprano, I used to sing with Venice Chorale.
DREAM VACATION? Ireland
JOB TITLE: Orthodontic Assistant
FAVORITE PART OF MY JOB? Getting to know my patients and helping with their pretty smiles.
HOBBIES? Boating, Hanging with family and friends.
HOME TOWN? Englewood, Florida
SOMETHING FUN TO SHARE ABOUT MYSELF? I played golf for 13 years from 5 to 18 and still do when I am off!
DREAM VACATION? I've always wanted to go to Indonesia, Bali see all the different foods, colors, activities, attires, etc.
JOB TITLE: Orthodontic Assistant
FAVORITE PART OF MY JOB? Seeing patients get out of braces and see the final result.
HOBBIES? I like to draw, teach my dog new tricks
HOME TOWN? Sarasota, Florida
SOMETHING FUN TO SHARE ABOUT MYSELF? I can speak Spanish
DREAM VACATION? A trip to New Zealand
JOB TITLE: Inventory Specialist/ Clinical Assistant
FAVORITE PART OF MY JOB? I get to order all the fun stuff for our wonderful patients :)
HOBBIES? DIY projects, bike riding with my hubby
HOME TOWN? Ukraine
SOMETHING FUN TO SHARE ABOUT MYSELF? I love to organize and color coordinate everything!
DREAM VACATION? Backpack around Europe, eat chocolate on a mountain in Switzerland!
JOB TITLE: Assistant
FAVORITE PART OF MY JOB? Changing the colors on the braces!
HOBBIES? Hanging out at the beach, baseball games, hanging with my baby!
HOME TOWN? Lapeer, MI
DREAM VACATION? Skiing in Colorado or Visiting Italy
JOB TITLE: Scheduling Coordinator/Marketing
FAVORITE PART OF MY JOB? Working with amazing people and connecting with awesome patients!
HOBBIES? Bike Riding, Finding Shark teeth on the beach, Spending time with family
HOME TOWN? Grand Ledge, Michigan
SOMETHING FUN TO SHARE ABOUT MYSELF? I can juggle with my hands + feet (soccer ball), but not at the same time! :)
DREAM VACATION? New Zealand or Maldives
JOB TITLE: Assistant
FAVORITE PART OF MY JOB? Take braces off and seeing the smiles!
HOBBIES? Painting, drawing, long boarding, going to the beach and boating.
HOME TOWN? Englewood, FL
SOMETHING FUN TO SHARE ABOUT MYSELF? I can play guitar
DREAM VACATION? Thailand
JOB TITLE: Sterile Tech
FAVORITE PART OF MY JOB? The increase if patient's confidence
HOBBIES? Video games + hanging with my sisters
HOME TOWN? Venice, FL
SOMETHING FUN TO SHARE ABOUT MYSELF? I can shake my eyeballs!
DREAM VACATION? Fiji
