Dr Larissa Hanson

Dr. Larissa Hanson has been transforming smiles in Port Orange since 2014, bringing over a decade of experience to The Pampered Tooth. A native Floridian from Winter Park who grew up in the Daytona Beach area, she earned her DMD from the University of Florida College of Dentistry with Magna Cum Laude honors. In 2025, Dr. Hanson completed advanced implant training through the Comprehensive Interdisciplinary Dental Implant Continuum and is currently pursuing her Fellowship in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI). Dr. Hanson's passion for teaching and patient education, combined with her calm and compassionate approach, has earned the trust of patients throughout the community. Her ultimate goal is to help all patients develop and maintain healthy, lasting smiles! Along with her husband Glen, she homeschools their two children with a focus on morals, ethics, and preparing them to be productive citizens. Her commitment to excellence extends beyond her initial education. This advanced six-month program utilizes CBCT 3D-guided surgical techniques and satisfies requirements for a Fellowship in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI), which she is currently pursuing. Dr. Hanson has attended the Florida Dental Convention in Orlando for over 20 years, pursuing continuing education in subjects ranging from dental implantology, dental nutrition education, periodontal disease, oral cancer, TMJ disorders, restorative and implant dentistry utilizing 3D intraoral scanning, oral surgery, preventive dentistry, orthodontics, occlusal rehabilitation, and updates in dental technology. Her passion for dentistry stems from her love of science and desire to positively impact people's lives by improving their health, confidence, and quality of life. She finds fulfillment in the unique blend of healthcare and artistry that dentistry offers, allowing her to build strong long-term relationships with patients. Dr. Hanson believes in creating a practice environment where every patient feels valued, respected, and understood—free from bias or preconceived notions. Dr. Hanson's calm and compassionate demeanor, combined with her teaching approach to patient care, has gained her the trust of patients throughout Port Orange and beyond. Her ultimate goal is to help all patients develop and maintain healthy, lasting smiles!