THE TALENTED TEAM AT DR. SMILES
Meet Dr. Jacqueline Fulop-Goodling, D.M.D., P.C.
Dr. Jacqueline Fulop-Goodling, D.M.D., P.C., also known to her patients as Dr. Jacquie Smiles, started her career in orthodontics/dentistry at Boston University and, after graduation, became the first female and youngest Director of B.U.’s Predoctoral Orthodontic Department.
Dr. Jacquie Smiles is part of the Invisalign prestigious faculty department, which means she is among one of the most experienced Invisalign providers in the world, offering her patients the best quality of care. “Being a faculty member and brand ambassador for Invisalign was easy and fulfilling because I was able to discuss, teach, and have brainstorming sessions with doctors and students all over the U.S. & rest of the world. It’s something that comes naturally to me and therefore never consider it working,” she says.
The Rewards of a Life of Smiles
Dr. Jacquie’s most rewarding experience is one that she says she witnesses all the time when she removes a patient’s braces or finalizes their Invisalign orthodontic treatment. At the beginning of their treatment, when Dr. Jacquie evaluates a patient for the first time, she says that many patients don’t reveal their true self. Often they are covering their mouth and hiding their smile. Dr. Jacquie says, “The end of treatment is always the most rewarding when I witness how my patients sit up a little taller in my dental chair and become more confident, radiant and expressive. This feeling simply never gets old!” This moment is what Dr. Jacquie says is the most rewarding feeling.
The Dr. Smiles Team
Marie
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Marie
Marie is originally from Brooklyn, New York and has made Florida another home the last few years. She has been a dedicated member of the Dr. Jacquie Smiles family for more than 18 years, beginning her career as an orthodontic assistant before advancing to office manager and ultimately to her current role as practice administrator.
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Marie is originally from Brooklyn, New York and has made Florida another home the last few years. She has been a dedicated member of the Dr. Jacquie Smiles family for more than 18 years, beginning her career as an orthodontic assistant before advancing to office manager and ultimately to her current role as practice administrator.
In this position, Marie oversees the daily operations and is involved in our patients’ overall treatment journey. Marie is known for her cheerful devotion by our family of patients and has even been known to get back to them during non-business hours. Marie says, “I am a people person and running my own business previously has helped me work closely with each and every patient and personality to help ensure that they could have the best orthodontic experience possible.”
Marie & her husband are native New Yorkers and are truly enjoying their Gulf Coast lifestyle in the Sarasota and Bradenton area.
When Marie is not working, she enjoys spending her time between Lake George, New York, and Sarasota, Florida, with her husband, children, their new grandson, and poodle, Pennie.
Jen
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Marie
Jen is a Certified Orthodontic Assistant with more than 20 years of experience. She is dedicated to helping patients feel comfortable and confident throughout their smile journey, whether they are in braces or clear aligner treatment. She especially enjoys witnessing each transformation from start to finish and takes pride in educating pa
Jen is a Certified Orthodontic Assistant with more than 20 years of experience. She is dedicated to helping patients feel comfortable and confident throughout their smile journey, whether they are in braces or clear aligner treatment. She especially enjoys witnessing each transformation from start to finish and takes pride in educating patients on proper care to ensure the best possible results.
Outside the office, Jen loves tending to her plants and most of all, spending quality time with her husband, their two sons, and their daughter.
Samantha
Samantha
Samantha
Samantha was raised in New York City and later attended the College of the Holy Cross in Massachusetts. She joined the Dr Jacquie Smiles team to supervise new and ongoing projects, playing an integral role in bringing practice initiatives to life. Her dedication and leadership led her to advance into the role of office manager at two New
Samantha was raised in New York City and later attended the College of the Holy Cross in Massachusetts. She joined the Dr Jacquie Smiles team to supervise new and ongoing projects, playing an integral role in bringing practice initiatives to life. Her dedication and leadership led her to advance into the role of office manager at two New York locations and she now continues to support and implement projects for the Dr Smiles Sarasota office.
Samantha shares, “Working with our doctors and patients has been such a positive experience for me. It continues to strengthen my desire to grow within the field of orthodontics.”
Outside the office, Samantha enjoys traveling and exploring new culinary experiences throughout Sarasota and enjoys all of the new restaurants in Lakewood Ranch like Osteria 500, The St. Regis in Longboat Key and Main Street in Sarasota. In her spare time, she is also on the lookout for the perfect dachshund to welcome into her family.
Madi
Vittoria
Vittoria
Madi is originally from Ocala and moved to Sarasota as a child. She is an enthusiastic member of the Dr. Smiles Sarasota team, bringing positivity and genuine care to every patient interaction. Her own orthodontic experience—initial uncertainty followed by a confidence‑boosting smile transformation—inspired her interest in the dental fiel
Madi is originally from Ocala and moved to Sarasota as a child. She is an enthusiastic member of the Dr. Smiles Sarasota team, bringing positivity and genuine care to every patient interaction. Her own orthodontic experience—initial uncertainty followed by a confidence‑boosting smile transformation—inspired her interest in the dental field.
Now Madi is expanding her knowledge of orthodontics and Dr. Smiles Teeth Whitening as she explores future opportunities in dentistry. As part of the Dr. Smiles Orthodontic Teeth Whitening team, she enjoys helping patients enhance their smiles and loves seeing their excitement after treatment. Madi is proud to contribute to a team dedicated to creating beautiful, healthy straight and white smiles every day.
Outside of the office and school, Madi loves staying active with all kinds of sports and has a music taste that spans multiple decades and genres. Feel free to test her—she’s an old‑soul music fan at heart.
Vittoria
Vittoria
Vittoria
Vittoria was born and raised in Sarasota and is a valued member of the Dr. Smiles Sarasota team. As part of the orthodontic professional whitening department, she loves educating patients on the health benefits and aesthetic advantages of maintaining a bright, healthy smile. She assists patients with whitening before, during and after ort
Vittoria was born and raised in Sarasota and is a valued member of the Dr. Smiles Sarasota team. As part of the orthodontic professional whitening department, she loves educating patients on the health benefits and aesthetic advantages of maintaining a bright, healthy smile. She assists patients with whitening before, during and after orthodontic treatment ensuring they feel informed and confident throughout their treatment.
Outside of the office and school, Vittoria enjoys spending time with friends and making memories with her siblings and family.
Flash
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Flash
Meet Flash, the charming Chihuahua who serves as the official mascot of our orthodontic practice! With his playful personality and big, expressive eyes, Flash brings joy to every visit. Known for only rarely chewing on retainers, she has a special talent for making patients smile, just like their new braces will! Whether she’s greeting pa
Meet Flash, the charming Chihuahua who serves as the official mascot of our orthodontic practice! With his playful personality and big, expressive eyes, Flash brings joy to every visit. Known for only rarely chewing on retainers, she has a special talent for making patients smile, just like their new braces will! Whether she’s greeting patients at the door or posing for photos, Flash embodies the warm, welcoming spirit of our office, reminding everyone that a beautiful smile is always in style.