Sage Dental of South Tampa

Dr. Wakas Abdulrazzaq is a highly skilled orthodontist dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. He obtained his Certificate in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics from MedStar Washington Hospital Center/Georgetown University in 2021, after earning his Doctor of Dental Medicine from the University of Illinois at Chicago School of Dentistry in 2017 and his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Jordan School of Dentistry in 2011.

Dr. Abdulrazzaq is board-certified by the American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) and is a member of several prestigious dental associations, including the American Association of Orthodontics (AAO), the Middle Atlantic Association of Orthodontics (MASO), and the American Dental Association (ADA). He was the Chief Resident at MedStar Washington Hospital Center and received the Resident Champion award. Dr. Abdulrazzaq is also a member of the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society and was awarded the Dr. Harry Saxon Scholarship for Academic Excellence.

Dr. Abdulrazzaq was inspired to become a dentist during an elementary school field trip to a dental school. His passion for orthodontics grew during dental school as he worked with children and adults, witnessing the transformative impact of orthodontic treatment on their lives.

In his free time, Dr. Abdulrazzaq enjoys playing tennis, practicing yoga, and traveling to new places to learn about different cultures. He is fluent in English and Arabic.

Dr. Nicole Viola completed her undergraduate studies at Boston College, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. She further pursued her passion for dentistry at Rutgers Dental School, obtaining her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. Graduating with numerous honors, including the prestigious Edward J. III Excellence in Medicine Scholarship, Dr. Viola was also inducted into the esteemed OKU National Honors Society and Alpha Epsilon Lambda Honors Society.

During her internship at Rutgers, Dr. Viola discovered her deep passion for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. This led her to apply and successfully gain acceptance into a four-year residency program at Yale New Haven Hospital. Throughout her training, Dr. Viola acquired expertise in the full scope of Oral and Maxillofacial surgery. She has particular interests in dentoalveolar surgery, including wisdom teeth extraction, dental implants (including All-on-4), pathology, trauma surgery, and orthognathic surgery.

As a Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Viola is affiliated with prestigious professional organizations such as the American Dental Association and the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. Driven by her dedication to the field, she actively contributes to the community by working with and teaching GPR residents.

In her leisure time, Dr. Viola indulges in activities such as golf and beach volleyball. She also enjoys traveling and finding moments of relaxation with her husband, Arthur, and their cat, Bailey.

Dr. Nicole Viola’s warm personality, coupled with her comprehensive training and expertise in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, makes her an exceptional choice for patients seeking compassionate care and outstanding surgical outcomes.

Dr. Alvaro Garcia was born and raised in Madrid, Spain. In 2016, He obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University Complutense of Madrid. He then pursued further education and earned a Master’s in Oral Implantology from the University of Seville.

With several years of experience as a general dentist, Dr. Garcia dedicated himself to providing comprehensive patient care. Additionally, he took great pleasure in sharing his knowledge as a part-time clinical instructor at the European University Miguel de Cervantes, where he mentored post-graduate students.

Seeking new horizons in his career, Dr. Garcia set his sights on the United States. He attended the Advanced Education of General Dentistry program at the University of Connecticut, where he honed his skills even further. During this time, he discovered his true passion for Endodontics, leading him to pursue specialized training in the field at the University of Connecticut, where he obtained his specialist certificate.

Dr. Garcia is a member of professional organizations, including the American Association of Endodontics and the American Dental Association. Through active involvement in these associations, he remains up-to-date with the latest advancements and techniques in the field. He has also published multiple scientific articles about general dentistry and endodontics in some of the top journals in the field, such as the Journal of Endodontics.

Outside of his professional life, Dr. Garcia finds joy in his personal life. He cherishes spending time outdoors with his family, enjoying the beautiful Tampa Bay beaches, or having cozy movie nights together.