South Florida Team
DR. ELI FRIEDMAN
Founder & CEO
Co-Founder and CEO of OneSolution® Dental Implant Centers; Prosthodontist and Implantologist
Dr. Eli Friedman graduated from the prestigious Tufts University in Boston, MA in 1998 and continued his education at Nova Southeastern University, where he received his post-graduate certification in prosthodontics. During his time at Nova, he placed thousands of implants; including early and immediate loading with a focus on full mouth reconstruction. Upon graduating, he was appointed Chief Resident of Prosthodontics. His passion to provide patients with life-changing results in one day was the catalyst in building one of the most highly specialized Dental Implant Centers in the United States. OneSolution® Dental Implant Centers was created with the mission of providing patients with full mouth reconstructive dentistry in only one day by using the highest quality materials, technology, and specialized providers in the industry.
The combination of his six years in private practice and his three-year residency in prosthodontics made him one-of-a-kind in his field. In 2006, he lectured and presented extensively on dental implants case presentations and was appointed teaching assignments at the University. Having over 20 years of experience, he is regularly invited to lecture at many local and national dental organizations. Dr. Eli Friedman is married to Dr. Katia Friedman, together they are co-owners of OneSolution® Dental Implant Centers. Dr. Eli lectures nationwide and is a fellow of the Academy of Osseointegration, affiliated with the American Dental Association, and the American College of Prosthodontists.
DR. KATIA FRIEDMAN
Co-Founder
Co-Founder of OneSolution® Dental Implant Centers; General and Cosmetic Dentist.
Dr. Katia Friedman graduated with honors in 2000 in Montreal, Canada and she has practiced in South Florida since 2004. Dr. Katia designed OneSolution Dental Implant Centers to provide a comfortable spa-like dental experience. The comforts offered are known to relax even the most anxious patients; including those suffering from dental phobias. Today, OneSolution offers patients a life-changing experience by safely providing teeth in one day during a comfort-focused procedure; this is inclusive of a surgical team that “hold hands” and a private recovery suite where patients peacefully awaken with their new smile.
DR. NATHAN EBERLE
Oral Maxillo-facial Surgeon
Oral Maxillo-facial Surgeon, Plastic Surgeon and MD
Nathan Eberle, M.D., D.D.S., received his undergraduate degree in Biochemistry from the University of Iowa. He then moved to California to pursue his Doctorate of Dental Surgery at the University of the Pacific in California. Once graduating from dental school, he completed his residency in both Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and General Surgery at the University of Florida, where he received his doctorate in medicine.
Dr. Nathan Eberle is a board-certified maxillofacial, general, and plastic surgery credentialed surgeon with 10 plus years of training and experience specifically devoted to aesthetic plastic surgery and surgery of the head and neck. Dr. Eberle is one of only 75 surgeons in the United States with these credentials. His education, coupled with his hands-on experience and an eye for aesthetics, provides his patients with a unique opportunity to dream their smiles into reality.
Dr. Eberle is committed to understanding his patient’s desires, analyzing the patient’s unique anatomical structure and designing a tailored surgical treatment that provides both patient comfort and long term results.
Today, Dr. Eberle resides in Weston, Florida with his wife Michelle, an orthodontist, and their two children, Ellie and Nathan Jr. The Eberle’s are very active and can be routinely seen in their community enjoying fun in the sun.
DR. DOMINIC MOREL
Oral Surgeon
Oral Surgeon
Dr. Dominic Morel is from Canada. He obtained his dental degree from the University of Montreal. He then went on to pursue a residency in oral and maxillofacial surgery at the Albert Einstein School of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx, NY. The teaching at Montefiore Medical Center consisted of oral and maxillofacial surgery and anesthesia education, as well as focused training in implant dentistry and related procedures, including bone grafting. After residency, he furthered his training by pursuing a fellowship in orthognathic and temporomandibular joint surgery. His practice focuses on dental implantology, bone grafting, and dental extractions. Dr. Morel also offers IV sedation to the apprehensive and anxious patients. He is an American Board Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, and a member of several Dental organizations.
DR. MARCELA CARDONA
Prosthodontist
Prosthodontist
Dr. Marcela Cardona grew up in Cali, Colombia until she was twelve years old. She then relocated to Weston, FL with her family. She completed her undergraduate degree at Florida International University in Miami, FL and obtained her bachelor’s degree in Chemistry. She truly loves science!
She then continued her education and received her Doctorate of Dental Medicine from New York University in 2015. Dr. Cardona then went on to complete her residency and she received her specialty in Prosthodontics at Nova Southeastern University, where she was named Chief Resident.
When Dr. Cardona isn’t working, she can be found traveling with her husband and son, experiencing life and culture around the globe!
DR. JOSHUA GOLD
Prosthodontist
Prosthodontist
Dr. Joshua Gold is native to Long Island NY. He began his dental training at Nova Southeastern University School of Dental Medicine where he received his D.M.D. There, he developed his interest in prosthodontics and graduated with a prestigious prosthodontic award for outstanding proficiency and clinical performance. Afterwards, Dr. Gold completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry at the Miami VA Medical Center where he was trained in comprehensive dentistry on medically compromised patients. During his residency at the Miami VA, Dr. Gold was the only resident awarded a token of appreciation from his patients as a result of the care and treatment he provided for them.
Following his passion in dentistry, Dr. Gold continued to further his education and completed an additional three years of Prosthodontic specialty training at Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine, Department of Prosthodontics and Digital Dentistry. During that time, Dr. Gold received advanced training in handling complex dental problems that involved restoring missing teeth and jaw structures. Dr. Gold is highly trained in aesthetic dentistry, crowns, bridges and dental implants including surgical implant dentistry. As a Prosthodontist, Dr. Gold is extensively trained in state-of-the-art techniques and procedures for treating complex dental conditions and restoring supreme function.
Dr. Gold continues to give back to his profession. His research on topics including implant dentistry was recently published. Dr. Gold is a member of many professional affiliations including: American College of Prosthodontics (ACP), American Dental Association (ADA), Florida Dental Association (FDA), New York Dental Association (NYDA).
Dr. Gold has been a resident of Florida for several years. Currently, he lives in South Florida with his wife and their three boys. Dr. Gold enjoys health and fitness and spends his free time outdoors with his sons.
DR. AMY OVAYDI-MANDEL
Periodontist
Periodontist
Dr. Mandel graduated from Universidad Santa Maria in Venezuela, where she obtained her DMD, and decided to further her studies in the field of Periodontics at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (now Rutgers) where she also obtained a Masters in Dental Science. Dr. Mandel is also certified by the American Board of Periodontology which is the highest degree of education in her field.
During Dr. Mandel’s training in Periodontics, she learned traditional periodontal therapy (gum surgery, bone surgery, sinus lifting, recession coverage) as well as implant surgery and its associated procedures. She had the opportunity to train on five top implant systems and discover the strengths and weaknesses of a variety of implant manufacturers.
Dr. Mandel continues to get trained in the latest procedures in her specialty. That is why she completed training at the Chao’s institute where she was trained in a new and revolutionary procedure called Pinhole Gum Rejuvenation offering a scalpel free, suture free and graft free technique for treating receding gums. She is one of the few Peridodontist in South Florida trained to perform this procedure.
She has authored articles, which discuss the effects of diabetes on periodontal disease and also implant dentistry and its alternatives. Dr. Mandel also enjoys teaching Periodontics at the Lindsey Hopkins AEGD program where she also delivers treatment to the underserved community of Miami-Dade voluntarily.
Dr. Mandel is married with two sons (Benjamin and Eliav) and a little daughter (Shelly) and she likes to spend every free minute with her family.
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SURGICAL Team
FARLEY
Surgical Assistant
Surgical Assistant
Farley is originally from Boston and he is the second oldest of four boys. He moved to Florida with his family when he was 15 years old and started as a dental assistant a few years after high school. Currently, Farley is working to obtain a bachelor’s of science to pursue his dream of becoming a Dentist. He plays in two different soccer leagues and loves making everyone around him have a good time.
ARMANI
Surgical Assistant
Surgical Assistant
Armani has been interested in Dental Medicine ever since she was a little girl. She recently graduated from Concorde Career Institute with her Dental Assisting Certification and plans to continue her education in the field. She enjoys learning all she can and comforting patients throughout their dental journey. In her spare time, Armani loves to sing and spend quality time with loved ones.
Stephanie
Surgical Assistant
Surgical Assistant
Bio coming soon!
Pam
Surgical Assistant
Surgical Assistant
Bio coming soon!
DENTAL HYGIENISTS
KELLEN
Registered Dental Hygienist
Registered Dental Hygienist
Kellen Felix is a native Floridian who started out in the dental field as an assistant and has worked as a dental hygienist with Dr. Bussell for the past seven years. Her dental career began early in life. She was the kid who loved going to the dentist! The staff at her pediatric dental office made the experience so fun and comfortable that she found herself lingering after appointments. At 16, they hired her as an assistant.
As an adult, she realizes the dental chair is not a desired destination for most and strives to make every patient she treats feel relaxed, good about themselves and happy by the end of their appointment.
Kellen is married with a one year old son who happily visits the Tamarac office at lunch time. Presently, she’s working to rekindle her relationship with weight training since having the baby. She enjoys dressing up for Star Wars movies, believes in eating well and cultivating good energy for a healthy mind and body.
NIURKA
Registered Dental Hygienist
Registered Dental Hygienist
Niurka is proudly from Miami and of Afro-Cuban descent. She began her journey in the dental industry in 2005 as a dental assistant. She loves making others smile and making visits more enjoyable with her bubbly and energetic personality. During her experience with braces, she sparked a new love for the dental field. This is what drove her to further her education and became a dental hygienist. While studying, she loved educating underserved and underprivileged communities. Niurka prefers to take a more natural and holistic approach to Dental hygiene for those open to seeking this path.
Upon graduating, Niurka was a recipient of the dental hygiene community service award in 2014. The following year she continued her education by obtaining a license expanding her functions to provide local Anesthesia. With this expanded certification, she can provide patients with a comfortable procedure should it be requested. Niurka is bi-lingual and ready to care for both English and Spanish speaking patients.
Niurka is a married mother of 2 boys, Oscar (12) and Elijah (1). When Niurka is not in the dental office she enjoys spending time with her family, listening to live music, and dancing.
Nicholas
Registered Dental Hygienist
Registered Dental Hygienist
Bio coming soon!
Bio coming soon!
ADMINISTRATIVE Staff
BETH
Office Manager
Office Manager
Beth began her dental career about 20 years ago as a dental assistant in Massachusetts. Since that time, she has transitioned into a front office role. She has a kind nature and enjoys helping and interacting with patients. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling with her daughter’s softball team, and reading.
KARLEY
Patient Care Coordinator
Patient Care Coordinator
Karley is a native Floridian and has a 25-year career history in the medical field. She began her transition into dentistry in 2018. She is mom to 2 adult daughters and Nonna to 3 beautiful grandchildren! Karley is very outgoing and jovial, and really loves witnessing the transformations in our patients’ lives. In her free time, she enjoys traveling with her husband, yoga, and mentoring young girls in the community.
CRISTINA
Treatment Consultant
Treatment Consultant
Cristina Front is a mother to a beautiful little girl, Genesis. She is very outgoing and likes to make friends everywhere she goes. For fun Cristina likes to run and spend whatever extra time she has with her daughter.
Cristina has worked in the dental field for a few years now, and enjoys helping people change their lives! She is currently finishing her Bachelors in Management and has an Associates in Broadcasting. She looks towards everyday as a new beginning and also looks forward to the endless possibilities in life. “You are your only limit!”
Taylor
Implant Coordinator
Implant Coordinator
Bio Coming Soon!
Gloria
Human Resources Manager
Human Resources Manager
Bio coming soon!
CHELSEA
Marketing Director
Marketing Director
Chelsea was born and raised in the palm-tree filled beach town of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She graduated from Timber Creek High School in 2009, completing honors coursework in English & Digital Media. She discovered her love for digital design by watching her father work. Today, Chelsea enjoys helping to educate the community about the life-changing impacts of a smile transformation. She works closely with OneSolution® patients to communicate their stories through digital media in hopes that she can empower others to take charge of their oral health and improve the quality of their life.
After ten years in the dental industry, Chelsea pursued a Bachelor of Science in Digital Marketing from Full Sail University in Orlando, FL and was inducted as an honorary member of the National Collegiate Scholars Association. Her creative abilities reach beyond the digital space as she is also passionate about writing, drawing, and playing guitar.
Alyssa
Social Media Marketing
Social Media Marketing
Bio Coming Soon!
Paul
Director of Business Development
Director of Business Development
Paul began his dental career in the US Navy as a Surgical assistant and Lab Technician. Then moved on to become an experienced Dental Implant Sales manager. He has led sales teams to success and always kept the patient in mind.
Paul graduated from Southern Illinois University with a Bachelors of Science and also obtained his MBA. He loves to win relationships with Affiliate offices and help grow their practices.
Outside of the office Paul enjoys Paddle boarding and the Beach life with his wife and four daughters.
OneSolution Zirconia Laboratory
MAX
Lab Manager
Lab Manager
Max graduated from Medical College in 2009 in Sofia, Bulgaria, where he obtained a Bachelor’s degree as a certified dental technician. In 2011, Max obtained his Master’s degree in Healthcare Management from New Bulgarian University-Sofia. After obtaining his Master’s degree, Max taught anatomy and morphology of the teeth at the Medical College of Sofia. Max moved to the United States in 2013. In 2018 he became a certified dental technician from The National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology. During his personal time, Max loves traveling and spending time with his wife and daughter.
MARIANA
Smile Designer
Smile Designer
Mariana was born and grew up in Venezuela. After completing high school, her family moved to Miami. She began exploring the field of dentistry and obtained a certificate as a dental technician at Florida National University. After graduating, she began her career in the dental field as a dental lab technician, specializing in digital dentistry. Mariana loves using advanced 3D CAD technology to create fully customized smiles. When Mariana is not working, she enjoys spending time with her son and family.
IGOR
Certified Dental Lab Technician
Certified Dental Lab Technician
Igor began his career in 1995 working for a small family-owned Dental Laboratory specializing in crown and bridge in Israel. While working in the business Igor attended Medical College, where he obtained his degree as a Certified Dental Technician. Igor became a Certified Dental Technician in 1997 specializing in crown, bridge, and dentures. He moved to the United States in 2010. Igor is a dental technician with 24 years of experience in the dental lab industry. He has worked for some of the most prominent dentists and skilled technicians in the United States and Israel. Through the years Igor has participated in numerous study groups and continuing education programs to better his skills and knowledge in Dental Technology. In his free time, Igor enjoys spending time with his wife and two kids.
AKIELA
Certified Dental Lab Technician
Certified Dental Lab Technician
Akiela Joseph is a seasoned member of our staff and graduated top of her class. She is a native Floridian and she has three sisters. In her spare time, she enjoys doing volunteer and community work. Akiela has a rich eclectic taste in music and enjoys working with her hands in various creative arts.
Sandra
Certified Dental Lab Technician
Certified Dental Lab Technician
Bio Coming Soon!
Carlos
Certified Dental Lab Technician
Certified Dental Lab Technician
Bio coming soon!