“This feels like home, a safe and loving place. I was treated with love and care; everything was explained, and the best options for me were discussed.”
Experience and approach to care
Dr. Tomlinson graduated from Howard University School of Dentistry in 1986. She served as a Captain in the Air Force from 1987-1990. She has over 30 years of experience in the dental field. Dr. Tomlinson is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry, National Dental Association, American Dental Association, Hillsborough County Dental Association, the Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU), and an alumnus of the Dawson Academy. She was born and raised in the reggae capital of the world, the sun-drenched tropical island of Jamaica. She is married to her husband Richard. Dr. Tomlinson has a son who is a financial analyst and a daughter who has followed in her footsteps, and is a dentist in the practice.
Dr. Tomlinson enjoys tennis, music, and art. She also enjoys playing the piano and the saxophone. She is interested in nutritional science and physical wellbeing, and is a certified WildFit Coach.
Listen first. Explain everything. Never rush. That’s the standard of care every patient can expect.
She is keen on providing the utmost dental care to her patients. She has an engaging personality that puts her patients at ease. Dr. Tomlinson is constantly keeping up with the latest technologies in the dental field. Her passion for dentistry is evident in the level of commitment she has towards her patients.
Education & Training
- Doctor of Dental Surgery - Howard University College of Dentistry (1986)
- Advanced implant certification - San Antonio (1997)
- Alumna of The Dawson Academy
- United States Air Force - Captain, 1987–1990
Professional Affiliations
- Fellow, Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD)
- American Dental Association
- Tampa Bay Area Dental Association
- National Dental Association
- American Academy of Facial Esthetics
- Hillsborough County Dental Association
- Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU) Dental Honor Society
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Jamaican roots, Tampa community
Born and raised in Jamaica, Dr. Tomlinson has made Tampa her home and built lasting relationships with patients at Tomlinson Dental.
What patients say
“Highly recommend. Very professional, considerate, and kind staff. I’ve been coming here for 4 years and I will keep coming back!”
“I have been going to this office for 19 years! I always get great service from these employees and doctors!”
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